Kentwell’s History Festival

Kentwell’s History Festival

Saturday 24 May 2025 to Monday 26 May 2025

Times: 11.00am

Prices: Various

Venue: Kentwell Hall

Event details

The ultimate day of History Time Travel!


Kentwell Through The Ages showcases everyday life from many different times in history, throughout the house and grounds. Only at Kentwell in Sudbury can you see 2,000 years of history in one day!

Kentwell’s re-enactors are expert Living Historians, many with decades of experience and expertise in their chosen periods.

Visitors are encouraged to listen, question, help with tasks and take part in some of the activities. With the freedom to go anywhere, visitors can take as much or as little time as they choose in any era.

Travel from the Stone Age to the 1970s, with each period in its own setting, all properly equipped and costumed, with activities appropriate to each era.

Come as you are - or dress up in the historical era of your choice.

Times: Gardens open 11am - 5pm, House opens 12pm - 4pm
Tickets: Adult - £19.95, Over 65 - £18.95, Child 8-15 - £12, Child 3-7 - £7.50, Child under 3 - Free
Booking: Essential - via the Kentwell website.
Venue: Kentwell Hall

This event is promoted by Kentwell Hall and Gardens

All children must be accompanied by an adult. Free parking available on site. Tearoom available for drinks, lunches and cakes. All activities continue whatever the weather.

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