Children's Country House at Sudbury: A walk to the Deercote
The Children's Country House, Main Street, Sudbury, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 5HT
This guided walk will take visitors into the wider estate owned by the National Trust at Sudbury, usually closed to the public but opening especially for these Heritage Open Days.
Starting from the Children's Country House at Sudbury, this 4km walk will include visiting Vernon's Folly (the 18th century Deercote) and historic square pond.
Dating from 1723, the Deercote is a large ornamental deer enclosure to house the hundreds of deer that were once kept on the estate for hunting and sport. The Deercote is a Grade II listed building and sits within the Grade II historic landscape.
Due to the length and uneven ground, this walk is suitable for older children and adults. Unfortunately, there is no access for wheelchairs or buggies.
Guided walk to be booked on the day only at Visitor Services at Children's Country House. Walk does not include entry to Children's Country House, nor do participants on the walk need to be visiting the Children's Country House. Places are limited for the walk. First come, first served.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 08 September:
- 1100 & 1400
- Monday 09 September:
- 1100 & 1400
- Saturday 14 September:
- 1100 & 1400
- Sunday 15 September:
- 1100 & 1400
Location & directions
The Children's Country House, Main Street, Sudbury, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 5HT
- Contact on day:
- Main Office at Children's Country House at Sudbury
- Telephone number:
- +441283585337
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Book on day
- Booking conditions:
- Guided walk to be booked on the day only at Visitor Services at Children's Country House
Accessibility details
The walk crosses uneven, grazing and arable farmland, so is not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs. Due to the presence of livestock on the walk, only well-trained assistance dogs on short leads are welcome.
Additional information
This guided walk will go ahead whatever the weather and so participants are advised to wear suitable clothing and footwear for the walk's length and terrain. Free parking available in National Trust car park
- Max no of people per tour:
- 20
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
