The Red House

Golf Lane, Aldeburgh, IP15 5PZ

Tel: 01728 451700

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The Red House is the former farmhouse home of 20th century composer, Sir Benjamin Britten, and his partner, the famous classical tenor, Peter Pears. Set in 5 acres of gardens on the outskirts of Aldeburgh, it is now in the safekeeping of BrittenPears Arts and is a museum, garden and performance venue which holds and honours their collections, archive and galleries. A super place to visit for anyone with an interest in Aldeburgh, the Arts or who loves gardens!   

The Red House

Something for everyone!

  • Family Garden Trails
  • House visits and tours
  • Film installation about Britten’s influences and composition process
  • Britten’s composition studio with audio/ music experiences
  • Britten Archive and Library
  • Art collection and galleries containing around 1400 works – selectively displayed around the farmhouse, library and Kitchen Gallery
  • Museum shop & café

There is also a self-catering studio property (sleeps 4) in the grounds of The Red House – complete with baby grand piano!