Things to do

Things to do

There's plenty to do at The Red House, Aldeburgh. Enjoy light refreshments from The Red House café, follow the family garden trail, hear a story from the Archive, visit our shop or explore an exhibition. We look forward to seeing you.

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What’s on

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The House

Enjoy a snapshot into the charming home of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears.

The Garden

The beautiful five-acre garden is full of original planting and lawns that Britten and Pears enjoyed. Take a stroll in the picturesque foliage.

The Archive

Home to Britten and Pears’ music manuscripts, papers, rare books and art collection.

The Library

Discover Britten and Pears' vast collection of books and music, as well as some of their art collection.

Composition Studio

Explore Britten's Composition Studio and listen to the works he composed.

Art collection and galleries

Britten and Pears' art collection contains around 1,400 works - a selection of which are on display in the house, library and Kitchen Gallery.
Benjamin Britten sitting at a desk writing on paper.

Film installation

A film made with materials from the Archive that considers Britten’s artistic process and the profound influences of his local surroundings.

The Red House Guided Tours

Limited to only 8 people per tour and lasting 90 minutes, you will be guided through Britten and Pears’ house, studio and library plus a visit to the Archive where you will get a chance to see the gems of the collection.

Audio guide

Explore the fascinating history of Britten and Pears with our accompanying guide. The handset and headphones are provided.

Stories from the Archive

Watch our Archive team give a fascinating 20-minute show and tell about a different object from the Archive.

Food and drink

Enjoy light refreshments

Shop

A selection of products inspired by Britten, Pears, and their home.

Stay

Wake up in the grounds of The Red House.

For families

Families can explore The Red House and its garden with a variety of free activities and resources for all ages. Pick up family gallery trails, interactive exhibits, discovery cubes or audio guides to help explore the home of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears.

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Upcoming Events

  1. Art Tours

    Pore over Britten and Pears’ extensive art collection at The Red House.

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  2. Red House Recital: English Song

    A delightful programme of songs in the intimate setting of The Red House Library with American tenor David Tayloe and pianist Dylan Perez.

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  3. National Garden Scheme 2025: The Red House

    Explore the five-acre gardens surrounding the former home of Britten and Pears including mixed herbaceous borders, kitchen garden, contemporary planting, and a new summer tropical border.

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