The Tollemache family, enjoy sharing their passion for the beautiful gardens and open them throughout the summer

Opening Times - 1st May to 15th September 2013
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday 12.00 - 5.00pm
Open Bank Holiday Mondays
(opening times on event days may vary)

A visit to the gardens makes a perfect day out for everyone. There is a relaxed atmosphere for visitors to enjoy the serenity and tranquillity of the gardens, to lose themselves in the plethora of colour, scents and history. It is recommended to allow 2 hours to visit the gardens however most people stay much longer taking the opportunity to enjoy a delicious lunch or a cream tea in The Coach House and to visit the gift shops, produce and plant stall.

Group and Coach Parties
We see a wide variety of groups and clubs, as well as tour operators, from all over the world visiting the captivating gardens each year.

A selection of teas and lunches for groups is also available by prior arrangement. Contact us to discuss your requirements or download the booking form below.

Parking - Free coach and car parking.

Disabled Facilities - There is full wheelchair access to all of the gardens.

Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead at all times.

2013 Admissions
Entry £6.00 Adults, £3.50 Children
Groups over 30 people £5.00
Cards accepted


Group Bookings Form 2013


The Stable Shop
The Stable Shop hosts a number of local arts and crafts as well as a range of local produce, gardens accessories and gifts - the perfect opportunity to find a little piece of Suffolk to take home!

Helmingham Farm Shop
Home-grown seasonal produce from Helmingham Kitchen Gardens and plants from the nursery. Although not registered organic our produce is grown the traditional way, with little or generally no chemicals. The Farm Shop also sells a wide range of wonderfully local products.

The Suffolk Soap Company
Charlotte who runs The Suffolk Soap company and makes handcrafted soaps, bath bombs, lip balms, hand and body butters using the traditional These contain pure olive, coconut, and sustainably sourced palm oils and are fragranced with essential oils. Some of the soaps also contain extras such as botanicals and honey.




Use the links below to view a map of the gardens, our contact details, and to see us on Google Maps.



View the interactive map
Find your way around our gardens with the help of this map