Rougham Estate, Blackthorpe Barn

Rougham Estate, Blackthorpe Barn Rougham Estate consists of over 3,000 acres of Suffolk countryside, including Blackthorpe Barn These are located in fields on the estate.
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Rougham Estate and Blackthorpe Barn are open to the public while the seasonal events are on. The sunflowers open in July/August and the pumpkins are available in October. Events at Blackthorpe Barn:
The Christmas Shop opens during October, as does the Café, staying open until just before Christmas. The locally grown Christmas trees are for sale from November to just before Christmas. The Arts&Craf

ts weekends open during November and December. Pre-booked workshops and other events run throughout the year. The Meadow Barn is available for hire for events of up to 30 people. For more details and exact dates see:
https://linktr.ee/roughamestate

06/06/2026

Farming is a major part of life at the Estate.

While many envisage food crops, we also cultivate wildflower meadows, great for bees and biodiversity and excellent at returning nutrients to the soil.

As part of Rougham Estate in Bloom, we want to acknowledge this often-overlooked side of the farm.

are back today and tomorrow. You’ll find a beautiful range of garden plants to buy and also some advice from Chris hims...
05/06/2026

are back today and tomorrow.

You’ll find a beautiful range of garden plants to buy and also some advice from Chris himself on how to make your garden wonderful this summer!

04/06/2026

We’re proud to care for 30 miles of hedgerow across the estate that provide living corridors full of history and wildlife.

In this video, George explains how to tell a hedgerow’s age.

Hedgerows have many benefits for the Estate: they provide habitat and food for birds, insects and mammals, support pollinators and biodiversity, stabilise soil and prevent erosion, and store carbon to boost climate resilience.

On our walks you’ll pass many hedgerows - you can find a range of routes on our website suitable for most abilities.

Our next Canvas Club date is set!! Enjoy a relaxed evening of painting, sharing delicious tapas, and sipping fizz, all g...
03/06/2026

Our next Canvas Club date is set!!

Enjoy a relaxed evening of painting, sharing delicious tapas, and sipping fizz, all guided by artist Sarah Day of Day Design.

Create your own vibrant lobster artwork with step-by-step guidance. No experience is needed, just bring your creativity! Your ticket includes a glass of fizz and a curated selection of tapas plates.

Don’t miss this unique experience, get ready to paint, chat, and unwind! For more details, check out our website. 🦞🥂

As we enter the first week of June, it’s officially time for alfresco dining!So why not try our brunch special which is ...
02/06/2026

As we enter the first week of June, it’s officially time for alfresco dining!

So why not try our brunch special which is a taste of the Mediterranean but in the UK - flatbread with marinara sauce, burrata, fresh basil and sun‑dried tomatoes, finished with oregano.

For something seasonal and healthy, try our special salad of thyme and rosemary with roasted cherry tomatoes, garlic‑roasted asparagus, crumbled feta, pickled red onions and toasted pine nuts. It’s not one to miss.

30/05/2026

Rougham Estate in Bloom continues by turning our attention to one of the Estate’s quieter but most vital habitats: the ponds and the life within them.

Across the Estate, we have 34 ponds and wetland areas support a surprising variety of wildlife, from insects and larvae to amphibians and birds that rely on these spaces through the seasons. Often hidden just below the surface, this is a world of constant activity, playing an important role in the wider balance of the landscape.

These still waters are anything but still when you take a closer look. They connect into the wider ecosystem of the Estate, supporting biodiversity in ways that often go unnoticed but are essential to everything above ground.

Part of Rougham Estate in Bloom, celebrating the hidden connections that bring the Estate to life.

Following on from our other post about the insects on Rougham Estate, why not explore the Estate yourself? You can zoom ...
29/05/2026

Following on from our other post about the insects on Rougham Estate, why not explore the Estate yourself?

You can zoom right down to the fine detail with a hands-on macro photography workshop designed for beginner to intermediate photographers looking to build confidence and refine their skills.

Led by Danny who took these amazing pictures, the session will focus on how to compose striking, wall-worthy images while learning the key camera settings and techniques needed to achieve pin-sharp results.

Working outdoors, you’ll be guided through practical tips on equipment setup, lighting and approach, with support throughout to help you get the most from your camera and subject matter.

Please note this course is not suitable for mobile phones, and attendees should bring their own camera equipment along with comfortable outdoor clothing and footwear.

More information and booking from our website - link in bio.

Rougham Estate in Bloom is as much about the smallest lives on the Estate as it is the sweeping landscape. Minibeasts ar...
27/05/2026

Rougham Estate in Bloom is as much about the smallest lives on the Estate as it is the sweeping landscape.

Minibeasts are everywhere here once you start to look closely, moving through wildflower fields, hedgerows, ponds and gardens, quietly doing the work that keeps everything in balance. From pollinating crops and flowers to supporting the wider food chain, they are a vital part of how the Estate functions through the seasons.

With wildflower strips, diverse planting and carefully-managed habitats across the Estate, Rougham provides the conditions for this insect life to thrive, often just out of sight but always at work.

It’s a reminder that some of the most important parts of the landscape are the ones you have to slow down to notice, and it’s all part of Rougham Estate in Bloom, celebrating the connections that hold the Estate together.

This week at Roots Café we’re serving two delicious specials, perfect for the sunny weather! ☀️Salad special: baby spina...
26/05/2026

This week at Roots Café we’re serving two delicious specials, perfect for the sunny weather! ☀️

Salad special: baby spinach, creamy burrata, sundried tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, pasta, olives, tossed in a zesty pesto-lemon and garlic yoghurt dressing.

Brunch special: shakshouka with chorizo, finished with lemon, dill and tahini dressing and salsa verde, served with toasted sourdough.

Don’t miss out. When they’re gone, they’re gone.

Address

Blackthorpe Road, Nr. Rougham
Bury St. Edmunds
IP309HZ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+441359270880

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