Cottages in Lavenham

Near the market square is an excellent Butchers and the marvellous old fashioned bakery Sparling & Frieres, they bake bread as it should be baked in Market Place, where the magnificent Guild hall overlooks and was the backdrop for the 1960's cult film “Witchfinder General”, The Guildhall now houses a fascinating local history Museum,

 

The ever popular (and rightly so) Great House French Restaurant is also in the Market Place amongst many marvellous restaurants and pubs, The Angel, The Swan (a must ! As recommended by guests) and many more. 

 

Lavenham although really tiny was once England's 13th most prosperous town - in the 16th Century ! Its importance stems from its wool and weaving activities which is attested to by its wonderful historic buildings, Guildhall and Church.

 

The Wildlife Gallery ; can be found on the left as you walk down the High Street. This has some very interesting exhibitions there are many fine pubs, restaurants, tea rooms, beauty salons, and lovely old fashioned village shops nearby.

 

There are a number of very pleasant walks around Lavenham, the tourist centre there has a guided tour and there are some footpaths which make a fine circular walk around the interesting landscape and back to Lavenham.

 

It is a short stroll to the edge of the village and there are marked circular walks one of which will take you down the disused railway line to Long Melford and back.

 

Please see my ‘What to Do’ web pages for lots of information on this lovely area.