Audley End House is a largely early 17th-century country house outside Saffron Walden, Essex, England. It is a prodigy house, a palace in all but name and renowned as one of the finest Jacobean houses in England.

Does anyone live in Audley End House?

From memory Lord Chancellor Sir Thomas Audley took over the old abbey that was originally there but this was demolished by his grandson Thomas Howard who built the present house. No one is living there at the moment, it is a museum.

Is Audley End free entry?

With parterre gardens, 'Capability' Brown landscaped parkland, a children's play area, café and shop, make it a day out for all the family at Audley End House & Gardens. Advance booking essential. If you're an English Heritage Member, your ticket will be free, but you still need to book in advance.