Let’s treasure what we have and inspire the future

Objects

In addition to preserving the Estate for the future, the Rougham Estate Trust has been created to promote three object, find these below.

Objects of the trust

The Rougham Estate Trust is dedicated to both preserving the Estate’s future and making it a more vibrant place for everyone. Our mission centers around three core goals: caring for the environment, sharing the Estate’s history, and supporting music education.

We understand the importance of the Estate’s natural surroundings. That’s why we’re actively managing the woodlands (650 acres), undertaking conservation projects like ride widening, and conducting a thorough survey to understand and protect the area’s biodiversity. We want to ensure that the Estate remains a beautiful and thriving natural space for years to come.

Rougham has a fascinating history, and we’re committed to sharing it. We’re collecting local stories and memories, and we’re also looking at ways to explore and preserve important archaeological sites like the Tumulus and the villa. Our aim is to make Rougham’s history accessible and engaging for everyone.

We believe music has the power to inspire and enrich lives. That’s why we’re supporting music education at Rougham VCP School by providing instruments and funding for music teachers. We want to encourage a love of classical music and help young people develop their musical talents.

The Rougham Estate Trust is committed to ensuring that the Estate remains a vital and vibrant part of the community, now and in the future.

Object News

Latest news from The Rougham Estate Trust on our three core objects.
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Rougham C of E Primary School
Music and Arts

Report by Hannah Morgan from Rougham Primary School 2024-25

‘I’m delighted to report that it has been another successful and enjoyable year of music-making at Rougham Primary School.
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Apex Photo: performing Bach Magnificat (Nov 2023)
Music and Arts

Report from Bury Bach Choir

The Bury St Edmunds Bach Society, known to all as Bury Bach Choir, was founded in 1932, and has been performing ever since. We have ...
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Lawneys Farm restoration front view - Grade II listed building dating from 13th century
History

Lawneys Farm Restoration Complete

The site of the grade II listed Lawneys Farm is mentioned in ...
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Music and Arts

Rougham Primary School Summer Music Concert Showcases Young Talent

Rougham Estate Trust was delighted to be invited to the annual Summer ...
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Beetle survey of ancient oak trees at Rougham Estate
Environment

Ancient Oak Beetle Survey Underway with Expert Entomologist

This year we are having a survey of the beetles that live ...
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Bury Baroque Inaugural Concert 18 May 2025
Music and Arts

Review of Bury Baroque Inaugural Concert 18 May 2025

‘What a successful launch for Bury’s own period instrument ensemble. At a time when Arts Council England won’t even secure the future of East Anglia’s ...
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