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Wrentham Tourist Information


The village of Wrentham is situated on the A12 trunk road between Wangford and Kessingland with three minor roads leading off to Southwold, Covehithe and Beccles, making it a five cross road junction. The surrounding villages are all agricultural.

There is one public house namely 'The Horse and Groom', also 'The Five Bells' at South Cove is within walking distance, both establishments serve food.

The former junior and senior schools, along with many of the smaller shops have now closed, however there is a convenient small supermarket in which the 'outreach service' operates on specified days and times since the closure of the post office.

A small road runs across the far end of Chapel Road, which before the building of the A12 was the main road through the village with St. Nicholas Church on one side and the Guildhall (now cottages) on the other. Apparently in that era this area was the heart of the village. The old village pound is still standing which held any stray animals which were found roaming. Priory Road starts nearby from Chapel Road through to the A12 on the outskirts of the village, this is a very small road where several large houses can be seen.

Holiday accommodation is available in Wrentham including the old Reading Room which offers self catering holidays. The 19th century Town Hall still stands proud in the village centre, this is now a private dwelling. Although the number of business outlets have decreased the number of private dwellings have increased with many new properties being built. Wrentham still has a Doctors Surgery, a large much used Village hall, a Football Team, a sought-after Brass Band and a Fire Serviuce, obviously a very busy community.

A frequent bus service runs through the village to and from various places.

Description by Peggy Cannell

 

Images of Wrentham
St Nicholas Church © Peggy Cannell
Cottages opposite the Church © Peggy Cannell
The Old 'Pound' for stray cattle © Peggy Cannell
Village Sign © Peggy Cannell
Old Milestone © Peggy Cannell
Pretty Thatched Cottage © Peggy Cannell
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Attractions near Wrentham
Africa Alive (3 Miles)*
Africa Alive!is one of the UK's largest and most exciting wildlife attractions.
East Anglia Transport Museum (5 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.
Beccles & District Museum (7 Miles)*
The Museum is housed in Leman House which was probably built around 1570 and was completely restored and modernised in the 1760s.
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What's near Wrentham

Attractions:
  Africa Alive  3 Miles
  East Anglia Transport Museum  5 Miles
  Beccles & District Museum  7 Miles
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Towns:
  South Cove  1 Mile
  Benacre  1 Mile
  Frostenden  2 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Halford Wetmore  4 Miles
  Hardimans  7 Miles
  Durrants  7 Miles
Hotels:
  The Swan Hotel  4 Miles
  Ivy House Country Hotel  6 Miles
  Hotel Victoria  6 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:

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Self Catering:
  Sunrise  3 Miles
  Rose Cliff Cottage  3 Miles
  Chestnutt Cottage  3 Miles
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Campsites:
  Field Farm Fisheries  1 Mile
  Kessingland Beach Holiday Park  2 Miles
  Pakefield Caravan Park  5 Miles
TIC: Southwold Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01502 724729  4 Miles



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Towns near Wrentham
South Cove Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
South Cove is a small village on the B1127 road between the villages of Wrentham and Reydon and close to the town of Southwold.
Benacre Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
The village of Benacre lies on the main A12 trunk road between the villages of Wrentham and Kessingland and naturally a part of the vast Benacre Estate.
Frostenden Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
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Hotels near Wrentham
The Swan Hotel (4 Miles)*
This 4-star hotel is in Southwold town centre, 200 metres from the sea. It has free parking and light en suite rooms. The bar offers local Adnams real ales and the restaurant has 2 AA Rosettes. Parts of the Swan Hotel date back to the 14th century.
Hotel Victoria (6 Miles)*
On top of Kirkley Cliff, overlooking Lowestoft's award-winning Blue Flag beach, Hotel Victoria is less than a mile south of the town centre. Built in 1897, the hotel has a Victorian exterior and a bright, modern decor inside.
Wherry Hotel Oulton Broad (6 Miles)*
Wherry Hotel Oulton Broad offers a stunning location on the shores of Oulton Broad, boasting exceptional views over the Broad; the hotel is ideal for touring around the beautiful area or just for relaxing and enjoying the breathtaking scenery.
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Self Catering near Wrentham
Rose Cliff Cottage (3 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.
Wren Cottage + St Cedds (9 Miles)*
Wren cottage and St Cedds are cosy 16th century timber framed, thatched two bedroom terraced holiday cottages and are situated in the picturesque village of Chediston two miles from Halesworth.
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