Otley Hall

Otley Hall Otley Hall is a Grade I Listed 15th and 16th century, moated Tudor Manor House set within 10 acres of beautiful gardens.
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Set within 10 acres of enchanting gardens, surrounded by serene Suffolk countryside, our Grade I listed 15th and 16th century, moated Tudor Hall is a hidden sanctuary steeped in historic charm. Once home to explorer Bartholomew Gosnold, renowned for founding Jamestown, the first permanent English-speaking settlement in the United States, Otley Hall has been lovingly restored by its new owners and remains a cherished family home today. Following an inspired reinvention, we are delighted to announce the reopening of Otley Hall as an exclusive, bespoke and intimate wedding & events venue, alongside the launch of our new destination café, Martha's Barn, which offers delicious local and seasonal menus and speciality coffee. Just two hours’ drive from London and on the doorstep of Suffolk’s scenic coastline, Otley Hall is a truly unique venue for special celebrations.

With the summer season upon us, we have appointments available to view Otley Hall’s timelessly romantic setting. Get in ...
27/07/2026

With the summer season upon us, we have appointments available to view Otley Hall’s timelessly romantic setting. Get in touch to find out how we can be perfect for your wedding.

Pictured is the Croquet Lawn, a stand out ceremony space. Pristine lawn enveloped with sensorial borders in a purple, pink and white colour scheme. Our thatch summerhouse makes the perfect backdrop for your ceremony, Otley Hall standing as majestic witness.

Find out more on our website: otleyhall.co.uk or email: [email protected]

Ever-popular Jonathan and Keith once again return to Martha’s Barn for our first Jazz night of 2026 this Thursday! A rem...
03/03/2026

Ever-popular Jonathan and Keith once again return to Martha’s Barn for our first Jazz night of 2026 this Thursday! A reminder that it’s your last chance to get your tickets - with limited remaining.

Paul Thompson’s menu is mouthwatering, featuring Stuffed Pork Belly or Roast Squash and Feta main options, with White Chocolate Cheesecake or Raspberry and Marscarpone Crème Brûlée a hard decision for dessert.

With the March evening set to be glorious overlooking the gardens, plenty of drinks and delicious food on offer alongside some fab Jazz, we look forward to seeing you there! 🎷

Tickets can be found on our website, along with all details and timings.

It’s that time of year where we are delighted to be opening our peaceful and picturesque gardens once again for St Eliza...
02/04/2025

It’s that time of year where we are delighted to be opening our peaceful and picturesque gardens once again for St Elizabeth Hospice. Details below!

🌷Saturday 19th April (Easter weekend)
🌷12 -4pm
🌷Adults £5.50, Children £2.25, Under 5’s Free

Please be aware that Martha’s Barn will only be open for drinks and light bites - the kitchen will be closed. Toilets will be available.

We look forward to welcoming you! And may the weather be in our favour! ☀️

Spring inbound. What a gorgeous day! 🌱
29/01/2025

Spring inbound. What a gorgeous day! 🌱

Winter is here! With our first (albeit very light) snowfall of the year, the air definitely has a bite! There’s still ti...
22/11/2024

Winter is here! With our first (albeit very light) snowfall of the year, the air definitely has a bite!

There’s still time to book onto our cosy afternoon December house tours with mulled w**e and mince pies by the roaring fires. Tickets can be found on our website.

If this snowfall isn’t a sign to get yours, then I don’t know what is! 🎄

A furry friend, Goldfinger, would like to remind you that we have our last morning house tour of the year next Wednesday...
13/11/2024

A furry friend, Goldfinger, would like to remind you that we have our last morning house tour of the year next Wednesday!

Step back in time and discover our unique history in this sleepy corner of Suffolk, beautiful Tudor rooms and our international significance.

Tickets are £14 on our website (www.otleyhall.co.uk) under ‘Tickets and Vouchers’

Why not come and see us in Martha’s Barn too for a coffee, spot of lunch, or both! We’d love to see you! 🦚

🎄CHRISTMAS HOUSE TOURS🎄We are delighted to announce that our Christmas house tours are returning this year! Treat yourse...
06/11/2024

🎄CHRISTMAS HOUSE TOURS🎄

We are delighted to announce that our Christmas house tours are returning this year! Treat yourself to finding out more about the house and its fascinating history to the ‘New World’, all decorated for the seasons festivities.

As ever, these special tours will be followed by mince pies and mulled w**e by the roaring fire - something a little extra special!

Get your diaries out! We have 2 on offer:
🕯️Saturday 7th December
🕯️Saturday 14th December

Tickets are priced at £25. Both will start at 4pm and are guaranteed to get you in the spirit of the season.

Missed out on a guided tour of the house this year? Look no further. We’ve added a date on Wednesday 20th November at 11...
06/11/2024

Missed out on a guided tour of the house this year? Look no further. We’ve added a date on Wednesday 20th November at 11am. Tickets are £14 and available on our website under ‘Tickets and Vouchers’.

Our guide Gillian will reveal the Hall’s history and international significance, whilst you step back in time to Tudor life and walk the well-trod corridors of one of Suffolk’s oldest unchanged houses.

It’s the perfect opportunity to combine your visit to lovely Martha’s Barn. We’d love to see you!

Our tour dates for all of next year are also online and available to purchase, so if you’re thinking ahead why not get one into those new 2025 dairies!

With it being All Hallows’ Eve it’s an apt time to draw attention to one of a few marks and symbols or ‘apotropaic’ mark...
31/10/2024

With it being All Hallows’ Eve it’s an apt time to draw attention to one of a few marks and symbols or ‘apotropaic’ marks found here at the hall. Meaning ‘evil-averting’ they were aimed to protect against unwelcome spirits.

This one is found on wood once part of a plank-and-muntin screen, now next to our Great Hall’s grand fireplace. Whilst it may defend against witches, ghosts inside certainly aren’t deterred…

🍎 We’ve had lovely Andy from .cyder here this week collecting the first batch of apples for next year’s Otley Hall C***r...
09/10/2024

🍎 We’ve had lovely Andy from .cyder here this week collecting the first batch of apples for next year’s Otley Hall C***r.

🍏 So far already 500kg of apples have been collected, with some of our c***r variety trees still needing to ripen up.

🍎 Those who have visited over the summer will know that it’s been highly popular, so much so (and quite coincidentally) we sold the last bottles this week!

🍏 Next year’s is already being greatly anticipated by all of the team here, and judging by the BUMPER crop, should be quite the delivery once it’s ready.

🍎 A massive thank you and big appreciation to Andy, Carl and the CydeFX team for their passion, knowledge and commitment to local, traditional c***r - and not letting Suffolk’s special apples go to waste.

Address

Hall Lane
Ipswich
IP69PA

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+441473890264

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