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The Red House, Aldeburgh
Heritage Open Day: A chance to explore Benjamin Britten's life and work at the Aldeburgh home he shared with his life partner, Peter Pears and the people that lived there before them. Britten and Pears moved to The Red House in November 1957. Its peaceful setting allowed Britten to work without distraction contributed to his and Pears’ decision to stay there for the rest of their lives.
The house itself is a Grade II 17th-century farmhouse. The interior provides an accurate picture of their life together – telling not only their story but also that of the family, friends and famous guests who stayed or visited there.
The house itself is a Grade II 17th-century farmhouse. The interior provides an accurate picture of their life together – telling not only their story but also that of the family, friends and famous guests who stayed or visited there.
Thu 17 Sep to Sunday 20 September
The Red House, Golf Lane, Aldeburgh, Suffolk IP15 5PZ
Thu 17 Sep:1030-1630; Fri 18 Sep:1030-1630; Sat 19 Sep:1030-1630; Sun 20 Sep:1030-1630; Free Entry.
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