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Address
Long Melford,
Sudbury,
Suffolk,
CO10 9AA
Details
For over two centuries Melford Hall has been the much loved family home of the Hyde Parkers. This unassuming mellow brick mansion is full of surprises with modern family photographs side-by-side with Tudor portraits. We have lots of stories to share about family life and about visits from the Hyde Parker's cousin Beatrix Potter - you can even see the original Jemima Puddleduck toy that she gave to them. The Hyde Parkers are a naval family and there are lots of items around the house linked with their naval adventures and interests - including a ship's bell which can be rung. There are also fine collections of porcelain and furniture, including a very special year-going clock.
This remarkable home has seen its fair share of drama over the years - from the visit by Queen Elizabeth I in 1578, to Civil War unrest and then tragedy during World War Two when the North Wing was burnt down. However, Melford has always been loved, and has been nurtured back to life as the home it is today.
The garden at Melford is the perfect place to relax on a summer's afternoon - there are lots of hidden corners where you can sit and watch the world go by. The seventeenth century banqueting house is an unexpected gem, and for those that enjoy walking there is the mile long Park Walk that has lovely views back towards the house.
We welcome you to Melford, just as we have warmly welcomed our many visitors over the centuries.
We have recently improved our gatehouse gift shop, plants sales area and visitor reception. We have also improved the facilities offered in our small Tea Room. Please note that the Tea Room is situated inside the North Wing of the house and only seats c. 28 people at any one time, but there is extra seating in the Park room.
Opening details
Prices
Gift Aid admission - House and Garden: adult £9.90, child £4.95, family £24.75. Groups (15+ booking essential): £8.40.
Directions
Map reference: TL 866461 Lat: 52.08184 Long: 0.72247
By Road:
In Long Melford, off A134, 14 miles south of Bury St Edmunds, and 3 miles north of Sudbury. Hall is situated on the Green at the Church (Bury St Edmunds) end of the village.
Disabled drop off point at the front of the house. Parking 200 yards.
By Public Transport:
Nearest Train Station: Sudbury. Bus: Mon-Sat from Sudbury; Chambers 753, Mon-Sat Bury St Edmunds-Colchester; Network Colchester 90C, Sun Haverhill.
Parking: free
Accessible by Public Transport: 3 miles from Sudbury station
Facilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Disabled toilets
Facilities for groups
French signs/guides
German signs/guides
Gift shop
Italian signs/guides
National Trust Property
On-site catering
On-site light refreshments
Picnic site
Public toilets
Regional Tourist Board Member
Spanish signs/guides
Wheelchairs available
Accepts groups
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs not accepted (except guidedogs)
Smoking not allowed
Facilities for hearing impaired
We have recently improved our gatehouse gift shop, plants sales area and visitor reception. We have also improved the facilities offered in our small Tea Room. Please note that the Tea Room is situated inside the North Wing of the house and only seats c. 28 people at any one time, but there is extra seating in the Park room.
Self-Assessed Accessibility Details
Parking
Designated parking for guests with disabilities
Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
is gravel
Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
- The route from the parking area to the entrance:
Has a ramp
Public Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
From the entrance to reception / ticket area
To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
To the gift shop
Good contrast between the floor and walls
Contrast markings on clear surfaces such as glass doors
Baby changing facilities
Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
Visitor information available in audio format
General
Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
Clear signage
Wheelchairs provided
Free
Audible alarm system
Entrance
Steps to the main entrance
- 2Number of steps to entrance
Ramp to entrance
Entrance is well lit
Food
Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
Good contrast between the floor and walls
Menus available in large print (14pt and over)
- Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
Vegetarian
Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
High chairs for children
Notes
All rooms have room stewards who are there to help assist vistors around the property.