Things to do | Britten Pears Arts

Things to do

The House

Enjoy a snapshot into the charming home of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears.

The Garden

The beautiful five-acre garden is full of original planting and lawns that Britten and Pears enjoyed. Take a stroll in the picturesque foliage.

Guided Tours

Limited to only 8 people per tour and lasting 90 minutes, you will be guided through Britten and Pears’ house, studio and library plus a visit to the Archive where you will get a chance to see the gems of the collection.

Art Tours

Join our expert guides for this 90-minute tour as they highlight key artworks in the collection and share insights and stories behind the pieces Britten and Pears selected for their home.

Composition Studio

Explore Britten’s Composition Studio and listen to the works he composed.

The Library

Discover Britten and Pears’ vast collection of books and music, as well as some of their art collection.

The Archive

Home to Britten and Pears’ music manuscripts, papers, rare books and art collection.

Art collection

Britten and Pears’ art collection contains around 1,200 works, a selection of which are on display across the site.

Multicoloured illustration containing miniature Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears, surrounded by buildings, flowers, boats and much a rainbow.

Dreamworld Room

Explore our colourful dreamworld created by artist and illustrator Ellamae Statham.

Audio guide

The exhibition includes an audio guide that brings to life Britten’s life and music. Headphones provided.

Stories from the Archive

Watch our Archive team give a fascinating 20-minute show and tell about a different object from the Archive.

Shop and refreshments

We offer hot drinks and light snacks along with a shop with books, CDs and souvenirs from your visit.

For families

Families can explore The Red House and its garden with a variety of free activities and resources for all ages. Pick up family gallery trails, interactive exhibits, discovery cubes or audio guides to help explore the home of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears.