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Stody Lodge

Stody Estate, Melton, Constable, Norfolk, NR24 2ER

Welcome to Stody Estate, a family-run, diversified and ever-evolving estate located in the heart of North Norfolk’s finest rolling countryside.

We offer visitors access to one of the largest and most dramatic rhododendron and azalea gardens in the country each May and, through our unique selection of commercial and residential properties, the opportunity to live and work in the beautiful Glaven Valley. The Estate also has extensive farming, conservation, forestry, water management and renewable operations as well as a strong commitment to education and local charities.

Stody Lodge is renowned for its extensive collection of rhododendrons and azaleas which burst into spectacular colour each spring. A walk through its stunning four-acre Azalea Water Gardens, believed to be the largest single planting of brightly-coloured Azalea mollis in the country (over 2,000 plants), is a truly unique and unforgettable experience.

 

All Open Days & Charity Teas

Sunday 28th April, 1pm – 5pm – Teas by Hunworth Church & Village Hall

Sunday 5th May, 1pm – 5pm – The Stody Family Fun Day.
Teas by The Holt Youth Project

Wednesday 8th May, 1pm – 5pm. Teas by Norwich NSPCC

Thursday 9th May, 1pm – 5pm. Teas by Blakeney School PTA

Friday 10th May, 1pm – 5pm. Teas by Thornage Hall

Sunday 12th May, 1pm – 5pm. Teas by Heritage House

Tuesday 14th May, 1pm – 5pm – open in aid of the National Garden Scheme. Teas by Tapping House

Wednesday 15th May, 1pm – 5pm. Teas by About with Friends

Thursday 16th May, 1pm – 5pm – Teas by About with Friends

Friday 17th May, 1pm – 5pm

Sunday 19th May, 12 noon – 5pm – Classic Vehicles at Stody Gardens

Wednesday 22nd May, 1pm – 5pm. Teas by St Mary Burgh Parva & All Saints Briston Churches

Thursday 23rd May, 1pm – 5pm. Teas by Riding for the Disabled

Friday 24th May, 1pm – 5pm. Teas by St Maurice Briningham & St Andrew Brinton Churches

Sunday 26th May, 1pm – 5pm – Bishop & Miller Valuation Day. Teas by Priscilla Bacon Hospice

Monday 27th May, 1pm – 5pm. Teas by Leeway Support

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Opening Times

13.00 - 17.00

Dogs on leads are welcome, there is a free car park, plant stall (cash only) and delicious takeaway teas. Toilets, including a disabled toilet, are available. There is good disabled access to most areas of the gardens.

Prices

Entrance is £9 (unless otherwise specified)

Under 12's FREE

Facilities

Baby Changing

Café

Car Parking

Disabled Access

Toilets

Dog Friendly

Picnic Site

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