Felbrigg Hall NT

Name: Felbrigg Hall NT
Address: Felbrigg, NR118PR, GB
Telephone: +441263837444
Rating: 4.7

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Felbrigg Hall NT Felbrigg Hall is a beautiful country home full of hidden delights. It has fabulous gardens and endles The squire was the last family member to live at Felbrigg.

A welcoming home, Felbrigg is a place of many contrasts that reveals itself slowly. The estate is a timeless place of sanctuary and tranquillity; you relax as you come up the drive. The size of the parkland belies the intimacy of the hall and walled garden, the richness of Felbrigg surprises and delights with many hidden treasures to explore. Cherished for its homeliness and charm, Felbrigg reflec

ts the personal stories of four families and their warmth and fondness for the estate. A noted historian, his book Felbrigg, the story of a house is rich with information about the hall, grounds and the families who made Felbrigg their home. He is the lens through which the family stories and their changes of fortune are told as he wrote about the many characters that preceded him. Using his insight into the past we can evoke the family feel of the estate and the connections with the local community. He had a great love of books and trees but his real interest was in people and their lives.
“I found myself able to live at Felbrigg and lead the life I have ever since, among my books and my trees”
The renowned ancient woodland shelters the estate from the north winds; and the open pasture land and lake are a haven for plants and wildlife. The stunning views across the open Norfolk landscape; where big skies frame perfect sunsets, showcase the vibrant colours of nature which change dramatically with the seasons. The walled garden and orchard are dominated by the working dovecote. Doves fly and chickens scratch around the garden adding to the relaxing and tranquil atmosphere. Ever changing, the garden is a constant source of inspiration and delight. The house is mostly intact apart from a room blown up by a fireworks experiment the 18th century. The large collection is original to the families who made Felbrigg their home, creating layers of a very personal history and giving it a ‘lived in’, comfortable feel. The Victory V, a personal war memorial planted by the last squire in memory of his brother killed in Crete in 1941, accentuates the important sense of unity created between family and estate over the centuries. Felbrigg continues today as a much cherished country retreat.

09/03/2025

From little saplings mighty elm trees grow 🌳

100 Dutch elm disease resistant trees have been planted by the National Trust countryside team to restore a lost landscape and improve biodiversity across three sites in Norfolk: Blickling, Felbrigg and Sheringham.

Here's Apprentice Ranger Sydney staking one of the last remaining saplings to go in the ground at Felbrigg Estate earlier this week.

Visit https://rebrand.ly/qs4kyz0 to find out more about this project and what else we're doing to safeguard nature for years to come.

Photo: Rachel Tarkenter

25/02/2025

Who likes the smell of freshly baked scones in the morning?

We're on the hunt for two new Cooks to join the team in the Squire's Pantry tea-room at Felbrigg Hall.

These permanent roles include an average 28 hours work per week with various shift patterns available between 8am - 5pm.

We’d love to hear from you if you’re:

• someone who loves good food and has a friendly and positive attitude.
• confident about following recipes and batch-cooking, and willing to learn.
• aware of health and safety compliance.

Visit https://rebrand.ly/h08v7o9 to find out more and apply by 2 March.

Photo: Annapurna Mellor

21/02/2025

Looking for a calming moment in Norwich this half-term? Come along to the Norwich Science Festival Forum, Norwich today and tomorrow and experience the Bure Riffle - an interactive installation that invites you to feel how a river flows, by sound artist, maker and educator Mike Challis.

Let your hands rest among the gravel on a mirrored riverbed as water trickles over and around them. Learn more about how the movement of water is key to a thriving environment.

We’ve been working to improve the health of the River Bure for nature and people. There are just over 200 chalk-stream rivers around the world and the Bure is one of them - its source in Melton Constable and passing through both the Blickling Estate NT and Felbrigg estates. The river flows into the internationally important Norfolk Broads which is Britain’s largest designated wetland and a haven for wildlife.

Find out more about the restorative Riverlands project: https://rebrand.ly/fb8twcm

Photo: Rob Coleman

15/02/2025

Love was in the air (and on the ground) for our welcome team yesterday.

Inspired by , they used natural materials found in the woodland den building area (off the Victory V avenue) to create a temporary artwork.

See what materials you can find on your next visit to the estate and have a go at making your own fleeting pattern.

Looking for more ways to entertain the family this half-term? Pick up a free Nature Tracker sheet to spot signs of the season or visit the hall and play a game of photography bingo 📷

Photo: Carla Marfleet

14/02/2025

What Valentine's treasure has our house team unearthed?

This mother-of-pearl rectangular s***f box with brass edging and hinges is decorated with amorous scenes involving cupid and a knight presenting flaming hearts to his lover.

On display in the Drawing Room of Felbrigg Hall, it is inscribed 'Accept this trifle E.W. 1757', but we do not know who they mysterious E.W. might be ....

Have a closer look with the hall reopening from tomorrow for the duration of the school half-term holiday.

Photos: Emily Crouch /

12/02/2025

There's still time to join our tea-room team!

Apply by 16 February to become 1 of 4 new food and beverage team members that keep visitors to the Squire's Pantry at Felbrigg caked and caffeinated.

We’d love to hear from you if you’re:
- Happy to work in a team or on your own initiative.
- A people person, who cares about giving great service.
- Enthusiastic and willing to learn.

Visit https://rebrand.ly/c7sozox to find out more.

Photo: Arnhel de Serra

11/01/2025

Where will your winter walk take you?

The Felbrigg Estate is free to visit from dawn until dusk, with acres upon acres to explore.

Wander freely, or follow the circular 2.6 mile church and ice house walk: https://bit.ly/4gTzh3C

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08/01/2025

New Year, New Career? 👀 We’re on the lookout for a Volunteering & Community Manager to join our team, covering the Felbrigg and Sheringham portfolio.

Make meaningful change this year and

- help transform the volunteer experience, support managers and grow our volunteer community.
- support our work with children and young people.
- build meaningful partnerships with local groups and deepen existing connections.

This is a permanent part-time role (30 hours per week).

Whether you’re reshaping your career or seeking a new challenge, visit https://bit.ly/3ZZSn0A to find out more and apply by 19 January.

Photo: Rob Coleman

01/01/2025

Species of the month: Goldcrest (Regulus regulus) 🐦

This tiny bird, weighing only 6 g or so, has a royal name to live up to. Part of the kinglet family, regulus means petty king or prince, possibly referring to its golden crest.

A common UK resident, in winter its numbers are boosted by visitors from Scandinavia. East Anglian fishermen have been known to call it ‘herring skint’ (finch), thanks to the flocks that perch on herring boats in the North Sea.

Unlike their slightly larger relative the Firecrest, they are able hang beneath the branches and needles to feed on seeds and invertebrates. They are so small, there are even accounts of them being caught in spiders’ webs!

Look for them this time of year feeding high up in conifer trees at Felbrigg or West Runton, along the Holt-Cromer Ridge.

Photo: Alan Travers

20/12/2024

We had a ball with Wild Wood Hall 🪩

Thank you to everyone who came to experience our wintry indoor trail at Felbrigg over the last few weeks.

Swipe to discover what the curious young wolves discovered at the end of their search for pack leader, Red ....

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13/12/2024

The last weekend of Wild Wood Hall is upon us!

Follow in the paw prints of two curious young wolves on an indoor trail across the ground floor of Felbrigg Hall. Experience this winter wonder between 11am - 3pm (last entry 2.30pm), until Thursday 19 December.

National Trust members and under 5s go free.

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04/12/2024

Species of the month: Brambling (Fringilla montifringilla) 🪶

Winter visitors with a fondness for nuts, flocks of bramblings migrate to the UK annually, fleeing snowy Scandinavia and Russia. They often mingle with similar-looking Chaffinches and gather in their thousands – an impressive sight!

The male Brambling can be discerned by its white rump, orange breast and dark-spotted flanks. Females are similar in appearance, only slightly less vibrant.

Spotted yesterday on the Felbrigg Estate, keep an eye out for this winter visitor on your next walk.

28/11/2024

We are open today for wintry walks in the parkland.

Why not warm up afterwards with a hot drink and tasty snack from the Squire's Pantry, open 10am to 3.30pm?

📷Rob Coleman

27/11/2024

Due to high winds, Felbrigg Hall, Gardens and Estate is closed today ( Wednesday 27th November) Please check our social media for updates.

25/11/2024

Post-storm checks are complete and it is safe for Felbrigg Hall, Gardens and Estate to reopen ✨️

Experience the indoor trail Wild Wood Hall: The search for Red between 11am-3pm today (last entry 2.30pm).

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http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/felbrigg

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Come one and come all to Wild Wood Hall: The search for Red - a new indoor trail at Felbrigg. Open for long weekends between 22 November - 16 December (11am - 3pm), now's the perfect time to visit this hidden gem if you've not been before, or to see the hall in a new light ✨️ Ground floor showrooms have been transformed into glittering scenes to tell a wintry tale of young wolves searching for the leader of their pack. Craft activities and tea-room treats are the cherries on top! No booking required. Entry is free for National Trust members and under 5s. Adults: £13, Children: £6.50, Families: £19.50-£32.50. Visit our website (link in bio) to plan your visit. Video by Elliott Gillespie Illustrations by @natscurll [Footage from 2023 winter event. A new trail awaits this year ....] #WildWoodHallTrail #FelbriggHall #Christmas #WinterWonderland #FestiveFun #RainyDayActivity

Walled Garden late opening tomorrow night! Lend us your ears for @revolutionary_biscuits' second instalment of Bio-sonification Live - an evening of ambient electronic music made in real-time with plants. Bring a picnic blanket to sit on and soak up the sounds, or enjoy the rare chance to wander around Felbrigg's renowned garden after hours, Thursday 15 August, 7-9pm. There's no need to book. Tickets are free for National Trust Members / £8 at the gate. If you can't make it tomorrow, there's one last event in the series on Thursday 19 September. #FelbriggHall #WalledGarden #BioSonification #PlantMusic #AmbientMusic Film by Elliott Gillespie

Not only is @once.uponawood a treasured regular at Felbrigg, her mum is one of our invaluable volunteers. Huge thanks to her for sharing this twirling in our Walled Garden. 💜 Multi-generational family experiences are woven into the fabric of this much-loved place. A place of simple pleasures and summer moments like these. #MomentsLikeThese #Felbrigg #WalledGarden #SummerFlowers

Things are getting wild in Felbrigg's Walled Garden - even the plants are dancing on the (turn)tables! Bio-sonification Live | Walled Garden late openings are taking place tomorrow, 15 August and 19 September, 7-9pm. Witness music being made with plants in real-time by Felbrigg gardener Martin Noble-James, AKA Revolutionary Biscuits. There's no need to book. Tickets are free for members / £8 on the gate. Find out more: bit.ly/3LtyCYi #FelbriggHall #WalledGarden #BioSonification #SummerGardens #PlantMusic #NorthNorfolk

Whether it's flowers or fowl, there's something float your boat at Felbrigg this weekend. #Felbrigg #WeekendWanders

With 10 fun-filled activity stations, make memories as a family on Felbrigg's Easter Trail. Felbrigg Estate is free to visit from dawn-dusk and car parking is £5 or free for National Trust members. £3 per Easter trail pack (includes a trail sheet, bunny ears and, of course, a chocolate or vegan egg). Visit our website for more information on family days out at Felbrigg. 📷 Trevor Ray Hart #FelbriggHallNT #Felbrigg #FelbriggHall #EasterTrail #EasterFun #Easter #FamilyFun #EasterHoliday #SchoolHoliday #NationalTrust #EastOfEnglandNT

That's a wrap! Thank you to all those who joined us for The Wolves of Wild Wood Hall over the last 3.5 weeks. It's been joyful to witness peoples' reactions as they've explored the hall, festively transformed for the tale of Norfolk's last wolf pack and its secret hideaway under the flagstones. As hibernation beckons, we look forward to welcoming you back into the hall and gardens from the first weekend in February. The tea room, shop and bookshop are open 10am-3.30pm daily (apart from 24-26 December) and the estate remains open every day from dawn-dusk, for wonderful wanderings. Visit our website to discover top trails. #felbrigghall #felbrigghallnt #felbrigg #eastofenglandnt #nationaltrust #festivefamilyfun #christmastime #walkingtrail

Lose yourself in winter wonder... Join us for The Wolves of Wild Wood Hall indoor trail. Open on selected dates until 18 December. #felbrigghall #felbrigg #christmastime #festivefamilyfun #nationaltrust #eastofenglandnt

There's spruce loose aboot this hoose! Here's a look behind the scenes...for in less than 1 week the doors will be flung open for The Wolves of Wild Wood Hall. This new wintry indoor experience at Felbrigg is on selected dates between 24 November - 18 December, and National Trust members go free. Plan your visit and get ready for festive frolics 🎄 #felbrigg #felbrigghall #christmastime #festivefamilyfun #eastofenglandnt #nationaltrust

Lend us your ears this half term... Felbrigg gardener Martin Noble-James has made music with the plants of the Walled Garden using his trusty homemade analog synthesizer. Visit the West Glasshouse between 21-29 October and hear a recording of these electronic sounds, both playful and otherworldly. Video by Elliott Gillespie #plantmusic #felbrigghall #felbrigg #eastofenglandnt #walledgarden #biosonification #audioinstallation #halfterm #visitnorfolk #nationaltrust

Felbrigg's wallpaper inspires new collection

Discover how the wallpaper at Felbrigg Hall, one of its most talked about features, has inspired the latest collection by The Little Greene Paint Company, breathing new life into old designs. Enjoy a little piece of National Trust history in your own home. Plus, every sale helps support our conservation work, looking after special places like Felbrigg for generations to come. Take a look: https://bit.ly/3RjT4iu

These delicate and enchanting Common Spotted Orchids are in bloom at Felbrigg Hall, transforming patches of meadow into mesmerizing mini floral wonderlands. 🌺✨🌼