Houghton Hall & Gardens: An Exceptional Day Out for Every Visitor!
Constructed in the 1720s for Britain's first Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole, Houghton Hall is now the residence of the 7th Marquess of Cholmondeley, a direct descendant of Sir Robert Walpole, and his family. The Hall, surrounded by extensive parkland, is known for its iconic white fallow deer and features notable attractions, including an award-winning Walled Garden, the world's largest private collection of model soldiers in theModel Soldier Museum, and a charmingCafe and Gift Shop.
Additionally, theSculpture Park features an impressive permanent collection of contemporary sculptures. In 2024, major solo exhibitions byAntony Gormley and Magdalene Odundoare scheduled.
Frequently Asked Questions
Booking Information
Ticket Type
Adult
Student (ID required)
Child (aged up to 18)
HHA or RHS*Members (valid card required)
Standard Full Admission:
House, Sculpture Park, Exhibition/s, Walled Garden, Deer Park, Church, Old Stables, Soldier Museum, Shop & Cafe.
£22.00
(£24.00 on the gate)
£10.00
£0.00
£12.00
Walled Garden & Stables Only:
Walled Garden, Old Stables, Soldier Museum, Deer Park, Church, Shop & Cafe.
£10.00
(£12.00 on the gate)
£10.00
£0.00
£0.00
Admission to the contemporary art exhibition (May 4 - September 28) is included in the Standard Full Admission Ticket.
House entry is from midday, with no specific session times (1100 - 1700 hrs).
RHS or HHA Members:
To explore the House, Sculpture Park, and Exhibition/s, upgrading your Walled Garden & Stables Only ticket to a Standard Full Admission ticket (additional £12) is required.
RHS members: Please note that Walled Garden & Stables Admission concessions only apply in June/July only.
We highly encourage you to book your tickets in advance of your visit to secure your spot, and you can take advantage of the £2 per person discount by booking online through this link.
If you're undecided, you have the option to purchase or upgrade tickets at the gate, on the day of your visit, so there's no need to worry.
No, if you’re undecided, we offer you the opportunity to upgrade your tickets on the day, so there is no need to worry.
While we are unable to provide refunds, we understand that plans can change unexpectedly, and we don't want you to miss out. Please contact us via info@houghtonhall.com, and we'll do our best to accommodate your request to visit on a different date this season (typically requiring 48 hours' notice).
Gates open for access to The Walled Garden, Model Soldier Museum, Deer Park, Sculpture Park, Exhibition Room, Stables Shop & Café
12pm
House opens
4pm
Last entry at the gates, last entry to the house
4.30pm
House closes
5pm
The Walled Garden, Shop & Café, and outside areas close
* Houghton Festival occurs on a separate site away from the Hall and Gardens. Please be aware that occasional low-level sound ingress may occur, depending on factors such as wind direction. Visit website.
PARKING IS FREE for visitors to Houghton Hall and Gardens
Our full address is
Houghton Hall
King's Lynn
Norfolk
PE31 6TY
Using a Sat Nav to find us: Postcode PE31 6TY
Please note, some Sat Nav systems direct traffic through the Parkland roads which are not accessible by car. Please use the driving directions given below for the best route to the Main Visitor Entrance.
Houghton Hall is easily accessible, located just half a mile from the A148 King’s Lynn to Fakenham road. Specifically, it is about 13 miles East of King’s Lynn and 10 miles West of Fakenham. Follow the Brown Tourist Signs that guide you from the A148 to the entrance. As you pass through New Houghton, proceed straight ahead to reach the main gates of the Hall. Once through the gates, follow the scenic drive through the Deer Park, leading directly to the Car Park area.
Taxis from King’s Lynn train station to Houghton Hall take approximately 25 minutes.
By Rail:
The nearest train station to Houghton Hall is King’s Lynn. Greater Anglia offers a frequent and direct services from both London Kings Cross and Cambridge to King’s Lynn. For more information please visit National Rail.
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Group Visits & Education
Yes, we are delighted to accept pre-booked coach and group visits and can tailor your time here to the needs and interests of your group, including history tours, arts tours and garden tours. Visit our either our Group Visits page, Private Guided Tours page or Educational Visits page for more information.
You are welcome to bring a picnic. Tables are provided to the side of our grassy car park. You may also picnic in the parkland – however, please choose a spot away from sculptures and not in front of the Hall, and ensure all rubbish is removed. Barbecues are not allowed. Visitors may not consume their own food at any of the café tables (inside or out).
Pet Policy
Bringing your dog to Houghton
We welcome your canine friends at Houghton, but please be aware that for practical purposes this is only in the areas listed below. For the safety and comfort of other visitors, wildlife and livestock, dogs must be kept on short, non-extendable leads at all times. Please keep an eye out for young deer which may be hidden in the grass – it is important to ensure your dog does not approach, touch or sniff the deer.
Areas where well-behaved dogs on short leads (no extendable leads please) are permitted:
The deer park (East Front) – short grass areas only
The Old Stables Courtyard
The historic stables
The Stables Café and garden area behind it
The Gift Shop
These areas are included in the Garden ticket (£12 on the gate; £10 online).
With the exception of support dogs (which we request wear their coloured harness or jacket), dogs are NOT permitted in the following:
The Hall
The Walled Garden
The Contemporary Gallery
The West Front (where the majority of the sculptures are located)
The Soldier Museum
St Martin’s Church and churchyard
Please pick up after your dog and dispose of bags in the dog bin located in the car park.
Membership & Discounts
Your HHA membership entitles you to free entry to the Walled Garden, Model Soldier Museum, Deer Park and Old Stables. If you wish to visit the House, contemporary art exhibition/s and Sculpture Park, you will need to upgrade (an extra £12). This can be done in advance or during your visit.
RHS members can gain free access to the Walled Garden in June and July only. Please do not apply the discount when pre-booking for visits in other months as you will be asked to pay the difference when you arrive.
