Paycocke’s House and Garden
Charming Tudor Gardens and a Warm Volunteer Welcome
Visitors consistently describe the property as a quaint and historic National Trust gem, with charming gardens and welcoming volunteers enhancing the experience.
While the site is small, guests particularly enjoy the peaceful garden spaces, lavender beds and the relaxing atmosphere around the grounds.
Knowledgeable guides and friendly staff help bring the history to life, making the gardens feel like a calm and personal place to explore.
Click here for more useful details on Paycocke’s House and Garden to help you plan your visit.
Opening Times & Admission Prices
Opening Days: Open from March to October, closed on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
Opening Times: 10.45am to 4pm
Admission Prices: Adults £12, Children 5 to 17 years £6, Under 5’s Free
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Top Tip: Great activities for the children
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About Paycocke’s House and Garden
Paycocke’s House and Garden isa 16th Century Tudor house built for cloth merchant Thomas Paycocke.
As for the garden this is a Arts and Crafts-style tiered cottage garden based on the design of Miriam Noel who was resident during Paycockes restoration.
In the garden you will find a number of features including the croquet lawn, amazing wisteria and vegetable garden.
There is a Courtyard garden with its 100 year old wisteria, a couple of lawns, ideal for Tea and Cakes, and a new wildflower meadow with a small pond.
You can book a guided tour of the house if you want to secure a time slot.
For the children there are indoor games in the Solar room and outdoor games like croquet and quoits!
And there is the Paycocke’s Garden Trail which is ideal for the family to learn more about the house and garden.
As well as the House and Garden you will find a Tea Room selling sandwiches, Teas and Cakes – always a good thing!
The Second Hand bookshop on the ground floor of the house.
Accessibility at Paycocke’s House and Garden
Garden & ground floor of house accessible. Full accessibility information.
Dogs at Paycocke’s House and Garden
Assistance dogs only allowed in the House.
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Visitor Reviews of Paycocke’s House and Garden
Google Visitor Review Score 4.6 stars
Don’t take our word for how genuinely super these gardens are. Here is what visitors think about their visit to Paycocke’s House and Garden:
Stu Radley: Enjoyed exploring the restored historic grounds, describing the setting as a beautifully quaint country house with pleasant gardens that complement the Tudor building.
Kay Young: Loved the beautiful outdoor areas where children could take part in activities, noting the gardens added to a relaxed and family-friendly visit.
James Goodsall: Highlighted the lavender beds as a standout feature, appreciating the fragrant planting and peaceful garden atmosphere.
W W Howe: Noted the historic setting within Coggeshall and enjoyed wandering the grounds, which reflect the long heritage of the property and surrounding landscape.
Phil Crosgray: Praised the lovely location and enjoyed the guided tour that included time around the grounds, helping visitors appreciate the gardens alongside the house’s history.
Map, Location, Directions & Contact Details for Paycocke’s House and Garden
All information was believed to correct at the time of publication
Coggeshall
Colchester Essex CO6 1NS
United Kingdom