Eye’s history dates back to Roman times. A small agricultural town south of Diss that sits on the River Dove. William Malet built Eye Castle on the only high ground in north Suffolk. The castle was attacked in 1173 by Hugh Bigod, Earl of Norfolk. Although the attack failed it […]
Month: October 2010
East Bergholt
The birthplace of artist John Constable (1776) and a place repeatedly painted by him. Of note is Bridge Cottage which was used as a location by the artist John Constable. There are several old Tudor houses and well known gardens at East Bergholt Place. The church (St Mary the Virgin) […]
Dunwich
The 13th Century port of Dunwich, with its six churches lies at the bottom of the sea and today all that is left is a small hamlet with around 100 people. Legend has it that on a quiet night you can still hear the sounds of the church bells as […]
Debenham
Thriving community nestled in the heart of Suffolk. It has a long history dating back to its first settlement by the Angles in 550 AD. Close to the source of the River Deben and appears to derive its name from Old English words meaning the village in a deep valley.
Clare
Delightful little town on the River Stour. Many of the houses with exceptional partgeting. Among the best are Nethergate and White House. In the church is a 17th Century gallery pew and the heraldic glass in the East window is of the same period. Much of Clare’s history can be […]
Lackford Lakes
Lackford Lakes is a wetland reserve, covering 121 hectares of wetland, woodland, scrub and heath created from former gravel pits. A nature reserve with year round importance for wildlife, it is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest for its birds and dragonflies. It is a superb site for wildfowl […]
Minsmere
If you are a bird or wildlife lover then this is the place to come to keep you informed on what is happening at the RSPB’s Reserve at Minsmere. Our thanks go to Ian for the information. Minsmere General Information Welcome Welcome to the Suffolk coast. With its wide range […]
Chelmsford
Chelmsford is the County town of Essex and famous for being the birthplace of radio. Just 30 miles north east of London, Chelmsford it is a perfect location for visitor and resident being ideally situated for commuters and holidaymakers. Chelmsford offers a perfect blend, from the bustling town centre with […]
Castle Hedingham
Village of old houses and inns, domintated by the keep which is all that remains of the castle which dates from around the end of the 11th Century. The brick tower of the church is dated 1616 but the nave and hammer-beam roof are Norman. The church also contains a […]
Brentwood
Pleasant shopping and entertainment centre, with quite a distinguished past. Originally on the old pilgrim and coaching routes to and from London. Much of the town’s character is post-war. Brentwood Cathedral on Ingrave Road was built in 1991 but also includes the oiginal Victorian church that stood on the same […]