Days Out in the East Of England

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From glorious walks in ‘secret’ gardens to horse clinics at an award-winning property, the East of England is packed with top days out. Enjoy action-packed events this half term.  

Our winter opening hours have changed: more properties are now open at weekends, but with restricted access during the week. Please check times before travelling.

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Places to visit : East of England

Audley End House and Gardens
Audley End House and Gardens

Essex

One of England's finest country houses, Audley End is also a mansion with a difference. Enjoy a great day out.

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Wrest Park
Wrest Park

Bedfordshire

Visit this Bedfordshire visitor attraction, one of the most magnificent gardens in England yet one of the least well known.

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Framlingham Castle
Framlingham Castle

Suffolk

Framlingham Castle is a magnificent 12th century fortress with a long and colourful past which makes a fascinating family day out in Suffolk.

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Orford Castle
Orford Castle

Suffolk

Discover one of England’s most complete and unusual keeps at this fascinating visitor attraction in Suffolk.

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Castle Acre: Castle Acre Priory
Castle Acre: Castle Acre Priory

Norfolk

This important Norfolk visitor attraction is one of the largest and best preserved monastic sites in England dating back to 1090.

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Castle Rising Castle
Castle Rising Castle

Norfolk

One of the largest, best preserved and most lavishly decorated keeps in England, surrounded by 20 acres of mighty earthworks.

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Events : East of England

Everything but the Squeak Week!
Everything but the Squeak Week!
Venue: Audley End House and Gardens, Essex
Date: Sat 11 - Sun 12 Feb and Wed 15 - Sun 19 Feb

This half term come to Audley End and watch Mrs Crocombe – Audley End’s resident cook - prepare a whole host of traditional Victorian pork recipes as she includes everything but the squeak in her unusual recipes!
Family Fun Trail
Family Fun Trail
Venue: Wrest Park, Bedfordshire
Date: Sat 11 - Sun 19 Feb

Join us this February half term for our Family Fun Trail, find the hidden clues to solve the puzzle and win a yummy prize.
Who's the Queen of the Castle?
Who's the Queen of the Castle?
Venue: Framlingham Castle, Suffolk
Date: Sat 11 - Fri 17 Feb

This half term why not bring the kids along to Framlingham Castle to discover more about the Tudor period, including how to become a champion knight and tales from the reign of Bloody Mary!
Family Fun Trail
Family Fun Trail
Venue: Orford Castle, Suffolk
Date: Sat 11 - Sun 19 Feb

Join us this February half term for our Family Fun Trail. Find the clues hidden around the castle to solve the puzzle and win a yummy prize!
Cambridge Film Festival presents: Movies at the Mansion
Cambridge Film Festival presents: Movies at the Mansion
Venue: Wrest Park, Bedfordshire
Date: Sat 25 Feb

Join the Cambridge Film Festival for a special day of cinematic celebration in the grandeur of Wrest Park’s magnificent State Rooms.
Free Guided Tours for Members
Free Guided Tours for Members
Venue: Audley End House and Gardens, Essex
Date: Thu 1 Mar

Make the most of your membership with English Heritage this winter by joining us for a free special guided tour. Tours are available at a variety of sites and exclusively for members.
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