Visit Lavenham

Why visit Lavenham?

The finest medieval village in England built by the wealthy wool merchants of Tudor times. The Guildhall, the church of St Paul, lovely shops, pubs and restaurants will create a memorable visit.

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	Lavenham is England&#39;s finest mediaeval village, in Tudor times the 14th wealthiest town in England. Nestled in the heart of rolling Suffolk countryside close to the ancient towns of Bury St Edmunds and Sudbury where fine mediaeval architecture can be found around every corner.</p>
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	Cavendish is one of the prettiest villages in Suffolk. In the lovely Stour valley between the beautiful Suffolk towns of Clare and Long Melford, the Village is famous for its picturesque green, thatched cottages and backdrop of St.Mary&#39;s Church. In all a quintessential English village scene.</p>
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	Overlooking Lavenham is The Guildhall, stunning expansive architecture, the rooms capture the fascinating history of Lavenham and the wool towns of Suffolk.</p>

Lavenham Accommodation

Accommodation in LavenhamSelf catering , Hotels, & Bed and Breakfast, in Lavenham – cosy cottages and large family houses, great holiday homes for holidays at any time of year.

Lavenham Accommodation

Holiday Cottages in Lavenham

Holiday Cottages

A wide selection of Holiday cottages in Lavenham brought to you by Suffolk Cottage Holidays.

Lavenham Holiday Cottages
Bed and Breakfast in Lavenham

Bed & Breakfast

A selection of Bed and Breakfast accommodation in and around Lavenham; including Reviews, Maps and Contact details.

Lavenham Bed and Breakfast
Hotels in Lavenham

Hotels

A guide to Hotel accommodation in and around Lavenham; including Maps, Reviews, and Contact details.

Lavenham Hotels

Lavenham Eating

Eating in LavenhamEating Out in Lavenham including Restaurants, Cafes, Pubs and local food.

Lavenham Eating

Pubs in Lavenham

Pubs

A Guide to Pubs, Local Ales, and Pub Food in and around Lavenham; including Maps, Reviews, and Contact details.

Lavenham Pubs
Cafés and Tearooms in Lavenham

Cafés and Tearooms

A guide to Cafés and Tearooms in and around Lavenham; including Maps, Reviews, and Contact details.

Lavenham Cafés and Tearooms
Restaurants in Lavenham

Restaurants

A guide to eating out in the best Restaurants in and around Lavenham; including Maps, Reviews, and Contact details.

Lavenham Restaurants
Local Food in Lavenham

Local Foods

A guide to local foods and gastronomy in and around Lavenham; including Maps, Reviews, and Contact details.

Lavenham Local Foods

What to do in Lavenham

Things to do in LavenhamThings to do in Lavenham including including Walking, Historical Buildings, Local Crafts, Cinema and Theatre.

Things to do

Cinema and Theatre in Lavenham

Cinema/Theatre

Cinema and Theatre in and around Lavenham; including Maps, Reviews, and Contact details.

Lavenham Cinema and Theatre
Cycling in Lavenham

Cycling

Cycling in and around Lavenham; including Maps, Reviews, and Contact details.

Lavenham Cycling
Historical Lavenham

Historical

Historical buildings and places in and around Lavenham; including Maps, Reviews, and Contact details.

Historical Interest
For the Kids in Lavenham

For the Kids

Places and things to entertain and amuse your children in and around Lavenham; including Maps, Reviews, and Contact details.

Lavenham Kids Activities
Local Crafts in Lavenham

Local Crafts

Local Crafts in and around Lavenham; including Maps, Reviews, and Contact details.

Lavenham Local Crafts
Walking in Lavenham

Walking

Walking and Walks in and around Lavenham; including Maps, Reviews, and things to see En route.

Lavenham Walks and Walking

Shops and Shopping

Shopping in LavenhamUnique Shops and Shopping in and around Lavenham; including Maps, Reviews, and Contact details.

Lavenham Shops and Shopping

Lavenham Stories

Lavenham Airfield

Visit the Lavenham Airfield where the US Army Air Force lived during the 2nd World War.

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New edition of the book 'Our Memories'

Lavenham, historic market town well worth a visit!

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The History of the Stour River

The River Stour is one of the most fascinating and attractive rivers in the country, winding through a wide pastoral and wooded valley past town and villages of great beauty and historic associations and the very best to explore it is by boat.  

 

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Lavenham Events

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The Suffolk Villages Festival presents performances of high-quality music to various towns in East Anglia and has been running for an amazing twenty-five years.

St Mary's Church
Boxford,
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A really fun day out learning some new skills with The Swan's head Chef Justin Kett.

The Swan Hotel and Restaurant
Lavenham,
CO10 9QA
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Planning on a spring getaway without having to worry about cooking? Then this offer from The Swan Hotel and Restaurant is perfect.

The Swan Hotel and Restaurant
Lavenham,
CO10 9QA
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There will be guided walks taking place around the medieval wool town until the end of October. 

Tourist Information Centre
Lady Street,
Lavenham,
CO10 9 RA
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Suffolk Cottage Holidays

One of the finest mediaeval towns in the country, Lavenham is the largest of the Suffolk wool towns; it and its neighbouring towns present a living museum for visiting tourists to admire and enjoy the fine legacy of the past and the comfort and quality of the very best of 21st century cuisine and accommodation.

There is something for everyone, Tudor towns and villages, Roman remains, fine Norman churches and wonderful moated country houses, stunning countryside walks with paths little changed for hundred of years.

Children will be fascinated by Lavenham and the Wool Towns of Suffolk. Find out about the wealthy wool traders at Lavenham Museum, experience the life of a Tudor farmer at Kentwell Park, or play croquet on the lawn at Melford Hall. You will find toddler friendly farms and moated baronial halls, child friendly walks and eateries, outdoor and rainy day activities.

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