Kentwell Hall
Suffolk, England
Key facts
- Operator
- Phillips family
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Stays
- Overnight accommodation available
Pinpoint
High Street, Long Melford, Sudbury CO10 9BA
Telephone 01787 310207
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Kentwell Hall is a moated Tudor manor house in Suffolk, well known for its historical re-enactment events. Reviewers describe a long lime-lined driveway, a moat and well-kept gardens, and a tour route inside filled with period artefacts. Many visitors arrived on days when guides were in Tudor costume and in character, which several rated the highlight of the visit, and families mention a small farm with pigs, ponies, sheep and poultry.
Worth the trip
The Tudor re-creation days, which reviewers repeatedly describe as feeling like stepping back in time rather than watching a display.
Before you go
What you see varies a lot by date, as reviewers report costumed re-creation events on some days and a quieter house-and-gardens visit on others, so check the day you're planning before travelling.
The Tudor re-enactment days are the thing reviewers recommend most strongly, with costumed guides staying in character throughout the house and several visitors advising others to time a trip around one. Away from the events, the moated house and its long lime-lined approach, the period rooms and the formal and walled gardens are all described warmly, and the small farm with pigs, sheep, ponies and poultry is mentioned as a bonus for families. Staff come across as friendly and welcoming, and the cafe and the shop, particularly its meat and eggs, are both mentioned favourably. On price, one reviewer says the hall is not cheap but notes that a Historic Houses membership brought the cost of an event day down considerably.
Moated Tudor manor house, well known for its historical re-enactment events.
“Wow! What a great place to visit. The grounds were lovely to wander around and the historic house was very interesting. And the day we visited all the guides in the house (and there were a lot of them) were in Tudor…”- Tony Finn, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Facilities
- “Very friendly staff who are happy to help and a lovely cafe.” - Elizabeth Merrells
Common questions about Kentwell Hall
Where is Kentwell Hall?
Kentwell Hall is in Suffolk, England, at High Street, Long Melford, Sudbury CO10 9BA.
Do you need a ticket to visit Kentwell Hall?
Yes - Kentwell Hall is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by Phillips family. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
Can you stay overnight at Kentwell Hall?
Yes - Kentwell Hall offers bookable accommodation, so you can spend the night in the stately home itself or within its grounds. See the Stately Homes You Can Sleep In guide for the full list and how each stay works.
What is the highlight of visiting Kentwell Hall?
The Tudor re-creation days, which reviewers repeatedly describe as feeling like stepping back in time rather than watching a display.
Is Kentwell Hall a ruin or still intact?
Kentwell Hall is largely intact - Moated Tudor manor house, well known for its historical re-enactment events.
