Christchurch Mansion

Christchurch Mansion is a museum and art gallery located in Christchurch Park in Ipswich, Suffolk. It is situated in a substantial Tudor brick mansion house that was built around 1548-1550.

What is there to see at Christchurch Mansion?

It is one of Suffolk’s most treasured buildings and it has been the jewel in the crown of Ipswich’s historic past with over 500 years of history. Today you can explore the period rooms from the Tudor Kitchen to the sumptuous Georgian saloon and the beautifully decorated Victorian wing.

The walls and floors bear the scars of their lengthy history and changing designs. The rooms are set in period fashions from the Tudors right through to the Victorians. Other rooms you can see include the State Bedroom, the Queen Anne Room and the Butler’s Room.

There is a display of fine art from Suffolk artists including a large collection of Thomas Gainsborough and John Constable paintings. Tours of the mansion house take place usually once a day from March to October and they last around 30-40 minutes. Why not visit the park afterwards? Simply follow the link to the park above for further information.

Further Information

Is there food and drink available?

There is a tea room serving food and drinks. You are welcome to picnic outdoors.

What are the main things to do?

Today you can explore the period rooms from the Tudor Kitchen to the sumptuous Georgian saloon and the beautifully decorated Victorian wing plus its art gallery and museum. There are toilets and a tea room.