Flatford Bridge Cottage

Flatford
East Bergholt
Colchester
Essex
CO7 6UL

Tel: +44 (0)1206 298 260
Fax: +44 (0)1206 297 212
Web: Attraction's Own Web Site

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This thatched sixteenth century cottage is at the heart of Constable Country.

It houses a display about the artist who features Bridge Cottage in several of his paintings.

Dedham Vale offers lovely walks in unspoilt countryside along the River Stour

General Information:

  • Close to Flatford Mill and Willy Lott's house (not open to public)
  • Guided tours of the sites of Constable's paintings
  • Adapted WC in Information Centre (not NT)
  • Shop
  • Tea Room
  • Parking, pay and display 200yds (not NT)
Opening Times
(2006 times)
1st May to 30 September: Daily 10.30am - 5.30pm.

1st October to 29th October: Daily 11.00am - 4.00pm.

1st November to 17th December: Wednesday to Sunday 11.00am - 3.30pm.

Admission Charges
(2006 prices)
Bridge Cottage Free.

Guided walks £2.50; accompanied children Free.

Parking pay and display not NT.

Directions
On N bank of Stour, 1ml s of East Bergholt
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Flatford Bridge Cottage Postcode for SatNav: CO7 6UL

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