Name: Paycocke's House and Garden
Rating: 5.0

Paycocke's House and Garden

25 West Street, Coggeshall, Colchester, Essex CO6 1PB, UK

1-99 Years

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Paycocke's House and Garden stunning woodcarving and elaborate panelling made this wealthy merchant's house a medieval des res built to impress. Built around 1500 for Thomas Paycocke, the house is a grand example of the wealth generated in East Anglia by the cloth trade in the 16th century.

Discover what happened to Thomas' house through hundreds of years of history as you piece together its timber framed secrets and the fascinating story of its riches to rags decline and Edwardian 20-year restoration. Our volunteers have worked similar green-fingered miracles restoring our cottage garden, a hidden arts & crafts gem with surprising industrial roots.

Price starts from £11.00 for Adults(18 years and over), £5.50 for Children(5-17 & under 5s free) and £27.50 for Family(2 Adults and up to 3 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Host birthday parties: No

Features

House: 16th-century Tudor merchant’s house with elaborate panelled rooms and woodcarving, originally built for the cloth merchant Thomas Paycocke.
Garden: A tiered cottage garden restored by volunteers, with space to enjoy our tea-room offerings amongst a variety of perennial and annual flowers.
Second-hand bookshop: Bookshop stocked full of good quality pre-loved books, cared for by our volunteers.
Tea Room: A cosy tea room, set within the Parlour Room of the house, with outside tables to enjoy a variety of drinks and snacks in a stunning garden setting in the warmer months.
Christmas at Paycocke’s: There's plenty to do at Paycocke's this Christmas. Visit Paycocke's House to experience an authentic Tudor Yuletide, enjoy a performance of A Christmas Carol and of course, enjoy a mince pie or two in the tea-room.
Visiting Paycocke's: Uncover the story behind Paycocke’s House, a glorious example of Tudor craftmanship. With a team of volunteer guides on hand to talk you through the quaint beamed rooms and tell age-old stories that might take you by surprise, there’s so much to discover in this unique merchant’s home on your visit.
Explore Paycocke's garden: The tranquil Arts and Crafts-style tiered cottage garden, created during the renovation of Paycocke's, is a hidden gem. Based on the original design-work of Miriam Noel who lived at Paycocke's during its restoration, the layout includes space to enjoy our tea-room offerings, a croquet lawn and a new wildflower garden.
Family-friendly things to do at Paycocke's: Nestled in the village of Coggeshall, Paycocke's House and Gardens offers families a charming escape into history and nature. Explore the beautifully preserved Tudor rooms and stroll through the serene gardens, where children can discover hidden nooks, vibrant blooms and a selection of garden games. It's a perfect spot for a day of shared discovery and lasting memories.

Facilities

Parking: Visitors are advised to park in the village car park in Stoneham Street, just a few minutes' walk away. (Free for two hours).
Toilet: Accessible toilet with baby changing facilities is located near garden entrance and toilet on first floor of the house.
Dogs allowed: Dogs allowed in the garden on a lead.

What to see

The history of Paycocke's: From medieval records it's thought earlier buildings may once have stood on the West Street site of Paycocke’s before the current building was constructed in 1509, the same year Henry VIII acceded to the throne. Discover the history of this Tudor merchant’s house and the history of how and when it was built.

For more upcoming events information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/paycockes-house-and-garden/the-history-of-paycockes-house

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Price Details

Adult (18+): £11.00 without Gift Aid.
Child (5–17) under 5s free: £5.50 without Gift Aid.
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £27.50 without Gift Aid.
1 adult family: £16.50 without Gift Aid.

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/paycockes-house-and-garden#place-prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Address: 25 West Street, Coggeshall, Colchester, Essex CO6 1PB, UK

Post Code: CO6 1NS

Council: Braintree

County: Essex

By road: Signposted off A120. On south side of West Street, 400 yards from centre of Coggeshall, on road to Braintree next to the former Fleece Inn.
On foot: Close to Essex Way.
By train: Kelvedon 2½ miles.
By bus: X20/320 – Paycockes House stop on West Street. The X20 runs from Colchester to Stansted, 320 runs from Colchester to Braintree.
Parking: Visitors are advised to park in the village car park in Stoneham Street, just a few minutes' walk away. (Free for two hours).