Rougham Estate in the heart of Suffolk
Spanning over 3,000 acres of stunning Suffolk countryside, there’s something new to explore every time you visit Rougham Estate. Enjoy meadow walks and delicious food, set against a fascinating historical backdrop.
Unleash your creativity at Rougham Estate with craft workshops, find supplies in the shop for making your own displays and be inspired by art and craft exhibitions.
From sunny days amongst the sunflowers to autumnal strolls through ancient Suffolk woodlands, Rougham Estate is the perfect location to enjoy with friends and family. Roots Cafe is open all year for breakfasts and lunches, coffee and cake.
Welcome to Rougham Estate
Events at Rougham Estate
Christmas at Blackthorpe Barn
As the nights draw in and the temperatures start dropping, Christmas really comes alive on Rougham Estate again, at Blackthorpe Barn.
The renowned Christmas Shop opens its doors on 20 October 2025, with new magic and a whole world full of glorious decorations for you to select from.
In early November you can come to the Christmas Tree plantation and select the very tree you’d like to adorn your home and from the end of November our famous Rougham Estate Christmas Trees go on sale.
For 5 weekends in November and December the well-respected Arts & Crafts Fair is held in the magnificent medieval Blackthorpe Barn itself, with both new and familiar makers joining us on different weekends; this is the place to come to find quality gifts.
With handmade wreaths and Christmas craft workshops available – you don’t want to miss Christmas at Blackthorpe Barn this autumn!
WONDERFUL WALKS
For time out in nature, the walks around Rougham Estate are a pleasure for all walkers, whether with your dog, family or friends. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the wonderful Suffolk countryside.
Rougham Estate Gift Vouchers
Treat someone special to a memorable visit to Rougham Estate with a gift voucher that can be used in both Roots Café and the Shop.
Whether it’s coffee and a tasty brunch at Roots Café, a unique find from the Garden Room Shop, something beautiful for Christmas (mid-October to December, including Christmas trees) or a luxury treat from the Pantry Shop, your gift voucher is valid for 1 year from the time of purchase and can be used over multiple visits.
ABOUT ROUGHAM ESTATE
Spanning over 3,000 acres of Suffolk countryside, Rougham Estate features ancient meadows, green lanes, oak-lined hedgerows, bluebells and orchids, parkland and arable fields. It is proud of its rich historic legacy and works for a sustainable, regenerative future with an emphasis on nurturing, protecting and improving the environment, through both education and example. Visitors are welcome to share these wonders and engage in events throughout the year.
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THE FASCINATING HISTORY
The Rougham Estate traces its history back to Roman times and has seen both Saxons and Vikings and was owned by the local abbey for 600 years. During World War Two an airfield was built and Rougham Hall was bombed. It has been owned by the Agnew family since 1904.
Where to find us
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
SatNav: IP30 9HZ
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Bringing you some festive magic…
Join Suzy, here at Rougham Estate to craft your very own Christmas wreath, bursting with fresh Suffolk-grown foliage and seasonal dried decorations. Perfect for beginners and anyone aged 16 and over, this half-day workshop will leave you with a beautiful wreath to hang with pride.
Our other festive workshops are filling up fast too, so don’t miss your chance to get creative this Christmas season!
More information can be found in link in bio.
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Two years of Roots Café!
We’re delighted to mark two wonderful years of welcoming visitors to Roots Cafe at Rougham Estate.
A huge thank you to our incredible team. It’s their hard work, dedication and friendly service that has made Roots Café such a special place over the past two years.
Our menu champions local Suffolk produce, with plenty of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, all served in a relaxed, countryside atmosphere.
Here’s to many more years of welcoming you to Roots at Rougham Estate!
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Our Arts & Crafts Fair starts on the 15th of November and runs every weekend for five weekends.
Hosting some of the best artisan crafts makers from all over the country selling unique items that you won’t find anywhere else.
Grab your season ticket while you can, to get entry to all five weekends (both Saturday and Sundays) at discounted price.
You won’t be disappointed as it is a carefully selected mix of makers to ensure quality and to provide the ultimate eclectic mix of pieces – to make the perfect gift this Christmas.
find more information in the link in our bio.
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Keep your eyes peeled for some new videos and style guidance on how to do Christmas this year…
Some behind the scenes with some of the team filming for how to dress a Christmas tree, how to tablescape and how to wrap presents that will wow everyone!
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In 2 weeks the renowned Arts&Crafts Fair at Rougham Estate will begin for 2025, running for 5 weekends and showcasing some of the best artisans and makers from around the country.
If you appreciate quality, in a world that seems increasingly full of fast-throwaway-plastic stuff, then this is the place for you. The makers themselves are at the Barn for you to speak to and they will gladly tell you about their creations. Each weekend you will discover a new group of makers, with some staying only one week with us and others returning a few times.
From beautifully-crafted furniture to fused glass decorations, handmade clothing to ceramics, artworks, jewellery and garden sculptures and more, you’ll be impressed.
Shown here: @katiemillardartist @beadedgarden @j.w.h.mccaughan @tuliphousenorfolk @fairy_kaff @domupson @cyndispeer @molten_wonky
You can find all the details about who will be with us when, and further details about the work of the Featured Makers, from our website. Arts&Crafts at Rougham Estate is the place to tick off presents from your list!
🎟️A season ticket for all 10 days (5 weekends) is only £10 online (£12 on the door); come and go as you please each day.
A day ticket is £2.50 online (£3 on the door).
Children 16 and under are free. Assistance dogs only.
📍Just outside Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Come and support makers and artisans, helping to keep these crafts alive.
Open each weekend from 15th November to 14th December, 10am-4pm.
As a little extra, if you spend over £75 in our Christmas Shop, just next door, you get 2x free day tickets to Arts&Crafts 🛍️
See you soon👋
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Halloween is over… so surely now it’s time to be thinking about getting ready for Christmas!
Our shop is bursting with the wonders and magic of Christmas.
We have themes and colour palettes to suit every home – like our magical Woodland theme. Filled with charming forest animals, mushrooms, textures, and natural touches, it brings a truly charming feeling to the season.
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From November 15th, for 5 weekends, the fabulous Rougham Estate Arts&Crafts Fair will be held in the gorgeous Blackthorpe Barn.
This is the place to come to get all the Christmas feels and to find some excellent gifts – perfect for giving, excellent for keeping!
On each of the 5 weekends there will be a new mix of makers in the Barn, selling their own hand-crafted work, with each maker having been carefully selected and many coming from around the country.
Season Ticket for entrance to all 10 days: £10 online, £12 on the door
Single Day Ticket: £2.50 online, £3 on the door
Children 16 and under free
Assistance dogs only
Shown here: @juliahulmesculpture @peter.dibble.basketmaker @katiemillardartist @tuliphousenorfolk @ceramicsbuyanja @mariannelakerdesigns @trucklecheese @j.w.h.mccaughan @merrywoodhandmade @yumyumtreefudgeltd
Information about the makers and tickets available from our website
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Have you stepped into the magic of the Christmas shop yet?
Experience the Christmas sparkle right here before you make the trip in person ✨
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