Places to Visit - East
From grand stately homes and spectacular castles to beautiful gardens and remarkable ruins, the East of England is packed with places to visit.
Highlights from the East of England
The East of England is filled with stunning stately homes, spectacular castles and beautiful gardens to discover. Opening times vary.
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Castle Acre Priory, Norfolk
Explore East Anglia’s biggest and best-preserved monastic ruins
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Grime's Graves, Prehistoric Flint Mine, Norfolk
Visit Grime’s Graves and explore Britain’s only open Neolithic flint mine.
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Tilbury Fort, Essex
London’s guardian from Tudor times to the Second World War.
Upcoming events in the East of England
We have events for visitors of all ages throughout the year. Book your tickets in advance and you can save up to 15% on your admission.
Discover eventsDays out this Autumn
Autumn’s the perfect time to take a closer look at historic sites, with the colours of trees changing and the sun getting lower in the sky.
Whether you’re looking for autumnal days out, the perfect historical place to visit or beautiful gardens to enjoy a seasonal walk, there’s plenty to discover.
Plus, don't miss our fantastic events for Halloween and Diwali.
Plan your autumn days outHalloween
Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out this October half-term.
Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling and spooky games, as well as a themed trail and a seasonal selfie spot around the site.
You can also take part in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.
Included with general admission. Book early and save 15%. Members go free.
Find a Halloween event near youPlan your Christmas Days Out
Unwrap history this Christmas and enjoy a magical day out.
Whether you're starting a new tradition or reliving an old favourite, you'll find plenty of seasonal cheer and things to do this Christmas.
Take the kids to meet Father Christmas, enjoy Festive Fun in beautiful historic surroundings and follow the Walking with The Snowman™ Trail.
Find a Christmas event5-star membership. Explore over 400 historic sites
Join today and enjoy unlimited historic days out across over 400 sites for the entire year and with free kids entry, there’s no better time to join and start making new memories all year round.
Plus your support for us as a charity means you're helping to protect heritage sites for generations to come.
Join todayPlaces to Stay in the East of England
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Cambridge Lodge, Audley End, Saffron Walden
Built in 1842, Cambridge Lodge is the Victorian gatehouse to one of England’s finest stately homes, Audley End House.
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The Head Gardener's House, Audley End, Saffron Walden
Built in 1875 for Audley End’s Head Gardener, this three-bedroom red-brick house signalled the Head Gardener’s status as one of Audley End’s most senior servants.
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Peacock Cottage, Kirby Hall, Northamptonshire
Stay at Peacock Cottage and spend your evenings exploring the ruins of this once great house and the Great Gardens at Kirby Hall.
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Gardener's House, Wrest Park, Bedfordshire
Set in the former walled kitchen garden, the Gardener's House at Wrest Park provides spacious accommodation over three floors and sleeps 6 people.