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Wangford Tourist Information


Wangford is a little island of tranquillity in a mad world. The great sentinel of St. Peter and St. Paul Church stands on the site of an 1160 Cluniac priory.

The village is full of 17th and 18th century listed buildings it even has a coach house in the grounds of the church which is very rare. Visitors' to Wangford are always made to feel most welcome and part of the village. Staying here is no problem you can stay in a pub or B & B even rent a holiday home but you will not want to leave.

There are lots of things you can do in and around Wangford, go to the seaside, Southwold is only 3½ miles away, Lowestoft or Beccles about 10 miles. The list of things is endless, power boat racing on Oulton Broad (Thurs evening in season). Clay pigeon shooting (local) Great walks and cycle rides, golf, fishing sea or course or just lay back and let the world go by. Come at the right time of year and you can visit one of great events at Henham Park.

History has certainly played it's part in Wangford, mentioned in the doomsday book, the civil war (the Lord of the Manor hid in a oak tree from Cromwell) it is said that the church at Blythburgh was used as a stable for the horses of Cromwell's army.

Description by Roderick V. Tassinari

 

Images of Wangford
St Peter & St Pauls Church Wangford © www.wangfordweb.co.uk
The Lion & The Angel the Lion is now a private house but the Angel is sill going strong after 300 odd years © www.wangfordweb.co.uk  .
High Street Wangford © www.wangfordweb.co.uk
VWangford village sign © Roderick Tassinari
Thatch End Cottage Wangford © Roderick Tassinari
Converted rat-run brickwork barn Wangford &copu; Roderick Tassinari
18th. cent. Cottages Wangford © Roderick Tassinari
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What's near Wangford

Attractions:
  Halesworth and District Museum  4 Miles
  Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach  5 Miles
  Suffolk Wildlife Park  6 Miles
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Towns:
  Sotherton  1 Mile
  Frostenden  2 Miles
  Reydon  2 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Halford Wetmore  3 Miles
  Goddards Estate Agents  5 Miles
  Abbotts North  5 Miles
Hotels:
  The Swan Hotel  3 Miles
  Satis House Hotel  7 Miles
  The Carlton Manor Hotel  7 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:

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Self Catering:
  Wren Cottage  6 Miles
  Rose Cliff Cottage  6 Miles
  Lea Cottage  9 Miles
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Campsites:
  Field Farm Fisheries  2 Miles
  Kessingland Beach Holiday Park  6 Miles
  Breydon Water Holiday Park  16 Miles

Cinema: Odeon Norwich  22 Miles

TIC: Southwold Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01502 724729  3 Miles


Attractions near Wangford
Halesworth and District Museum (4 Miles)*
The Museum was founded in 1984 and has always been in the care of volunteers. In 2000 it moved to the newly refurbished station building. Railway Heritage paid for the restoration of the station's unique movable platforms.
Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach (5 Miles)*
Dunwich Heath is one of Suffolk's most important conservation areas. There are many good walks and wonderful views of the Suffolk coastline.
Suffolk Wildlife Park (6 Miles)*
Take a walk on the wild side and experience the thrill of your very own safari adventure at one of the UK's largest and most exciting wildlife attractions.
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* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

Towns near Wangford
Sotherton Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Frostenden Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Reydon Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
The village of Reydon is on the outskirts of the town of Southwold. Three roads lead to Reydon Corner, from Wangford, Wrentham and Halesworth via Blythburgh, then converging into one road which leads into Southwold.
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Hotels near Wangford
The Swan Hotel (3 Miles)*
Dating back to the 14th-century, the hotel displays the traditional character of an English country house, enhanced by fine furniture, carved door-frames and mantelpieces and art pieces connected with the history of Southwold.
Satis House Hotel (7 Miles)*
This charming 17/18th century period house is set in 3 acres of parkland and features tastefully decorated bedrooms and public areas including an elegant lounge and smart bar.
The Carlton Manor Hotel (7 Miles)*
This 19th century manor house rests in the picturesque East Suffolk countryside, conveniently located for exploring the Broads and Heritage Coast.
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Self Catering near Wangford
Wren Cottage (6 Miles)*
Wren cottage is a cosy 16th century timber frame, thatched two bedroom terraced holiday cottage and is situated in the picturesque village of Chediston two miles from Halesworth.
Rose Cliff Cottage (6 Miles)*
Rose Cliff Cottage is a brick constructed bungalow, on a purpose built holiday site. Enjoying lovely sea views. The bungalow is fully modernised to the highest specification. 3 bedrooms accomadate 5 people.
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