Ingatestone Hall open house and garden

Wander ten acres of peaceful gardens with a stew pond, then step inside the Grade I listed, 16th century manor house.

Ingatestone Hall

17 August 2025

Ingatestone

Entrance fee:
£10 for adults, £8 for Pensioners, £5 for Children aged 5-16, U5's go free (this includes entry to the house and gardens) 
Time:
12pm - 5pm
Garden owner:
Lord Petre

For all enquiries, please get in touch with us by email: opengardens@redcross.org.uk

What to see at Ingatestone Hall

Take a look inside this stunning Grade I listed 16th century manor house, set in ten acres of gardens.

You can visit eight principal rooms containing paintings, furniture and other Petre family memorabilia, amassed over centuries.

Wander around the beautiful grounds and and enjoy the parkland pathways through extensive lawns and formal gardens. There is a walled garden and stew pond.

Tea and cake can be taken in the tea rooms. 

Your visit helps people in crisis

The Red Cross helps people in the UK and across the world get the support they need in an emergency. With Open Gardens, you'll be raising funds for this important work.

Event information

Address:

Ingatestone Hall
Hall Lane
Ingatestone
Essex
CM4 9NR

 Directions:

Take the B1002 into Station Lane, proceed across the railway line and half a mile further along.

Facilities:

  • Refreshments
  • Limited wheelchair access
  • Assistance dogs only
  • Parking/disabled parking
  • Toilet facilities
  • Open House