A private house and gardens in Norfolk will be opening to the public for a special event in September.

The Mannington Hall Charity Day returns to the estate, located in Itteringham near Aylsham, on Sunday, September 3 2023 from 11am until 5pm.

It has been running for more than 40 years and the 2023 event will be hosted by the John Aves Education Project (JAEP) and The Matthew Project.

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The JAEP funds young people, who live in the Dheisheh refugee camp in Bethlehem, to continue their undergraduate studies at Al Quds and Bethlehem universities.

Eastern Daily Press: Explore the garden and house at the Mannington Estate on September 3 Picture: Mannington EstateExplore the garden and house at the Mannington Estate on September 3 Picture: Mannington Estate (Image: Mannington Estate)

The Matthew Project helps people live fuller lives, free from drug and alcohol misuse.

The 20-acre estate offers walks, trails and beautifully landscaped gardens and the 15th-century hall will also have both floors available to visit.  

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There will also be 40 arts and crafts stalls, live music, Morris dancing, a classic car exhibition, mini donkeys, a children’s play area and games and plant sales, plus a range of refreshments including a barbecue and ice cream.

Lady Walpole said: "Although we have been holding this event for more than 40 years, I still look forward to it because each one is so different."

Garden entry costs £5 and house entry is £2, with under 16s going free for both, and dogs on leads are welcome.