The Red House, Aldeburgh
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"Discover the life of one of Britain's best known composers"
Overview
Benjamin Britten was one of the greatest composers of the 20th century. At the Red House in Aldeburgh he lived with Peter Pears, his inspiration and life partner, for nearly two decades until his death in 1976. As well as exploring Britten’s music, visitors to The Red House can find out more about his and Pears’ lives together. The House, with its classic 1950s/60s interiors, is a mix of formal and cosy, with an eclectic range of books, art, and furniture. The large gardens are for wandering around and enjoying the peace and quiet of this beautiful corner of Suffolk.
Ratings & awards
VisitEngland Quality Assessed
Features
- Children
- Suitable for children of all ages
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Cafe
- Opening Times
Key accessibility features
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Parking within 50 metres of entrance
Parking is available within 50 metres of a customer entrance, either on-site or off-site, in a car park or on the street. -
Designated accessible parking
Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable. -
Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance
There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.
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Step-free access to all or most areas
There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available.
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Dietary requirements catered for
A selection of food is offered for a range of dietary requirements.
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas
A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas. -
Map / floorplan showing accessibility facilities
A map or floorplan showing accessibility facilities is available. -
Disability awareness / equality training
Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff. -
Seating at regular intervals
Seating is available at regular intervals.
About the area
Suffolk is Constable country, where the county’s crumbling, time-ravaged coastline spreads itself under wide skies to convey a wonderful sense of remoteness and solitude. Highly evocative and atmospheric, this is where rivers wind lazily to the sea and notorious 18th-century smugglers hid from the excise men.
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