Just two hours from London, The Ickworth is enveloped in rolling Suffolk countryside. Freely roam the idyllic grounds or enjo ... y our extensive facilities. Please find below a brief description of some of our offerings.... From magical weddings and special occasions, to conferences and team-building activities, we can help you plan the perfect event! Corporate: There’s something stately about a business meeting in an 18th-century country house surrounded by park and woodland. This former home to the Earl of Bristol provides the ideal backdrop for your event or meeting, with spectacular views of the National Trust parkland in which the hotel is set. All of our rooms around the hotel are unique, from the impressive Chinese Room with its original hand-painted wallpaper, to the bright, wood-paneled Boardroom. We can arrange activities for team-building events, or create bespoke menus for a business dinner. If you’re looking for something different to the norm, our Sales & Marketing Manager is full of ideas for making your event stand out from the rest! Leisure: Explore 1,800 acres of beautiful parkland, cycling bikes, strolling on foot or clambering up ancient trees. While the kids play in the crèche, swim in the indoor pool or sip champagne in the historic walled gardens. Family time or me time – you’ve got all the time in the world. Special Occasions & Weddings: As a child-friendly hotel, we have extensive family facilities, perfect for christenings, naming ceremonies and family gatherings. Whether you want a simple ceremony in one of our elegant rooms or a private country house all to yourself, we’ll tailor your day to suit you. We take a personal approach to weddings – it’s your big day, after all. Choose from a selection of stately rooms for your ceremony, or hire the whole hotel for a truly magical experience! From intimate receptions of up to 30 friends and family members, to a marquee of 200 guests, we can accommodate ceremonies of all sizes. read more