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The Old Rectory, Nacton

Just under two acres of garden divided into areas for different seasons: mature trees and herbaceous borders, ample spring bulbs and blossom. Light soil so many self sown flowers. A lot of work done in 2025 to divert stream and create more extensive planting in the damp area of the garden.

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The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton
The Old Rectory, Nacton

About The Old Rectory, Nacton

Lots of improvements over last 10 years; latest project reshaping paths and stream and adding small pond in damp area, new planting in progress. Wildlife a priority.

Informal paths weave round the mature oak, chestnut and beech trees that border the garden. Yew hedges divide areas into picking/herb garden, rose garden, wild flower area, greenhouse, studio, and a damp dell to the North of the house with springs, willows, ferns, hydrangeas, aconites, snowdrops and hellebores.

Abundance of alliums and tulip bulbs, lilac and scented plants. Box hedging and bay lend structure and a beautiful wisteria climbs up the West face of the house. Paul’s Himalayan Musk Rose rambles in June.

Salvia, dahlias, sunflowers and asters give autumn interest whilst in Spring blossoming trees, bluebells, primroses and anemones along with other spring bulbs bring early colour. The owners can pick a beautiful bunch of something any week of the year. Planting still a work in progress, always more to do, lots to enjoy including a variety of compost bins.

The Ship Inn is 2m up road in Levington and does good pub lunches. Lovely walks on the Orwell Estuary with extensive bird life especially at low tide. Nacton is very accessible from Ipswich and surrounding areas.

The Old Rectory, Nacton features

Location details

The Old Rectory,
Nacton,
Nacton,
Suffolk,
IP10 0HY

Directions to The Old Rectory, Nacton
On road to Nacton from 1st A14 turn after Orwell bridge going SE. Parking on Church Rd, by the church, 300m from Old Rectory gate.

The Old Rectory, Nacton openings

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas in garden studio.
Admission Admission by Donation
Opening times 10:30-16:30

You can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments Home-made teas in garden studio.
Admission Admission by Donation
Opening times 10:30-16:30

Visit by Arrangement

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 18 April to 10 October for groups of between 15 and 34.

Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.

Admission Admission by Donation

Accessibility

  • Most areas are wheelchair accessible, however grassy slopes and changes in levels.
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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at The Old Rectory, Nacton at this time.

Yes, dogs are welcome at The Old Rectory, Nacton. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.

Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at The Old Rectory, Nacton, please enquire with the owners for more details.

Yes, one or more routes at The Old Rectory, Nacton are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. The Old Rectory, Nacton seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.