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Gunton Tourist Information


The village of Gunton is actually a northern suburb of Lowestoft, it is a vastly populated village situated on both sides of the A'2 trunk road.

There are several churches of various denominations with the round towered Church of St. Peter being the most remote, next to the entrance of the Gunton Wood.

The Wood is a popular place for walkers, with it's meandering paths, where in the springtime a variety of wild flowers can be seen. The main path leads out on to the car park and entrance to 'Pleasurewood Hills Leisure Park' which is actually in neighbouring 'Corton'.

Gunton has schools for pupils of different age groups and the Lowestoft College is nearby.

There is a Public House in the village plus a Motel which stands beside the A '2 road as does a large licensed restaurant.

A few small shops are conveniently situated also a large supermarket.

Gunton Hall is a well known Leisure Hotel with extra accommodation in the extensive grounds and is only a short stroll to the main road where there is a frequent bus service between Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth in Norfolk.

Description by Peggy Cannell

 

Images of Gunton
Pleasurewood Hills Theme Park © Peggy Cannell
The Alderman Public House © Peggy Cannell
St. Peters Church © Peggy Cannell
Gunto Woods Information © Peggy Cannell
Gunton Woods © Peggy Cannell
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What's near Gunton

Attractions:
  Lowestoft & East Suffolk Maritime Museum  1 Mile
  Somerleyton Hall & Gardens  3 Miles
  East Anglia Transport Museum  4 Miles
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Towns:
  Lowestoft  1 Mile
  Corton  1 Mile
  Oulton  1 Mile
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Estate Agents:
  J S M Property Management Ltd  1 Mile
  Haart Lowestoft  1 Mile
  Aldreds Residential  2 Miles
Hotels:
  Hotel Hatfield  2 Miles
  Wherry Hotel Oulton Broad  2 Miles
  Winelodge Suites  2 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:

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Self Catering:
  Poppy Cottage  3 Miles
  midway holiday flats  5 Miles
  Midway Flats  5 Miles
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Campsites:
  Pakefield Caravan Park  4 Miles
  Kessingland Beach Holiday Park  6 Miles
  Cherry Tree Holiday Park  6 Miles

Cinema: Odeon Norwich  20 Miles

TIC: Lowestoft Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01502 533600  2 Miles


Attractions near Gunton
Lowestoft & East Suffolk Maritime Museum (1 Mile)*
The Museum specialises in the history of the Lowestoft fishing fleet, from early sail, to steam and through to modern diesel vessels. Methods of fishing are also recorded.
Somerleyton Hall & Gardens (3 Miles)*
Somerleyton Hall is the family home of The Hon. Hugh and Lara Crossley. The Hall is a splendid Victorian Mansion built in Anglo-Italian style by Sir Morton Peto.
East Anglia Transport Museum (4 Miles)*
At Carlton Colville you will find a unique transport museum, this is the only place in the British Isles where visitors can not only view, but also ride on all three principal forms of public transport.
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Towns near Gunton
Lowestoft Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
The town of Lowestoft is the most easterly place in Great Britain and the first place to see the sun-rise.
Corton Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Corton lies on the northern outskirts of Lowestoft, close to the villages of Gunton and Hopton-on-'ea.
Oulton Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
The village of Oulton, although being adjacent to Oulton Broad has it's own Church, Doctors Surgery, Village Hall, Playing Field, a Public House, convenient shops and a frequent bus service.
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Hotels near Gunton
Hotel Hatfield (2 Miles)*
Conveniently located in Britain's most easterly town, this stylishly designed non-smoking hotel is beautifully situated in a prominent seafront position on Lowestoft's award-winning beach.
Wherry Hotel Oulton Broad (2 Miles)*
Situated on the shores of Oulton Broad, offering exceptional views over the Broad. Ideal for touring around the beautiful area or just for relaxing and enjoying the breathtaking views.
The Royal Court Hotel (2 Miles)*
This comfortable, affordable hotel is situated close to Lowestoft city centre, with excellent access to the attractions and award winning beaches of the East Coast.
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Self Catering near Gunton
Poppy Cottage (3 Miles)*
Poppy Cottage, Hopton-on-sea, Norfolk NR31 9BE Cosy, and nicely furnished to a high standard throughtout for non smokers, offering 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Midway Flats (5 Miles)*
Midway flats occupies a commanding position with scenic views of Sea, pier, Ravine, Rock Gardens, Tennis courts, Bowls and Putting Greens.
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