Oxburgh Hall
Norfolk, England
Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
Pinpoint
Oxborough, King's Lynn PE33 9PS
Telephone 01366 328258
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
Oxburgh Hall is a moated Tudor manor house in Norfolk, home to the Bedingfeld family since the 1480s, carefully restored by the National Trust and set within a landscape of gardens, a chapel, and estate walks. Reviewers describe a full day out combining historical depth with a peaceful setting, with the moat, restored parterre, and seasonal snowdrops and bluebells drawing particular praise. Staff and volunteers are consistently described as knowledgeable and happy to explain the house's history in depth.
Worth the trip
The moat itself and the surrounding parterre gardens, which reviewers say give the house a genuinely dramatic setting.
Before you go
There's good disabled parking near the entrance for those using a rollator, but the grounds have a lot of gravel and uneven surfaces that make electric scooter use difficult.
Reviewers consistently praise Oxburgh Hall's moated setting, calling it a beautiful and often overlooked alternative to better-known moated properties, with the chapel, priest hole, and Tudor architecture singled out for their historical interest. The estate's scenic walks, parterre garden, and seasonal displays of snowdrops or bluebells are mentioned repeatedly, alongside friendly, professional staff and a well-stocked shop and cafe. One reviewer notes gravel and uneven surfaces can be difficult for electric scooters outdoors, though accessible parking is available near the entrance. Spotless facilities and ample free parking round out a consistently positive picture.
Moated Tudor manor house, home of the Bedingfeld family since the 1480s
“Great place to visit. Interesting historic house, mostly open to the public with knowledgeable guides and loads to see. Nice gardens for a picnic as well as a small cafe with seating and toilets.”- Richard Stones, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Parking
- “A coffee shop is located on the outside if the wall and car parking is ample.” - Richard Price
- Facilities
- “The shop has a wider variety of products than some other NT shops and the cafe has great range of tasty food - we had a lovely leek & potato soup.” - Stafford Wolf
Common questions about Oxburgh Hall
Where is Oxburgh Hall?
Oxburgh Hall is in Norfolk, England, at Oxborough, King's Lynn PE33 9PS.
Do you need a ticket to visit Oxburgh Hall?
Yes - Oxburgh Hall is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Oxburgh Hall?
The moat itself and the surrounding parterre gardens, which reviewers say give the house a genuinely dramatic setting.
Is Oxburgh Hall a ruin or still intact?
Oxburgh Hall is largely intact - Moated Tudor manor house, home of the Bedingfeld family since the 1480s.
