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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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What's near Wrentham

Attractions:
  Suffolk Wildlife Park  3 Miles
  East Anglia Transport Museum  5 Miles
  Beccles 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
  The Carlton Manor Hotel  5 Miles
  Hotel Victoria  6 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:

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Self Catering:
  Rose Cliff Cottage  3 Miles
  Lea Cottage  5 Miles
  Wren Cottage  9 Miles
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Campsites:
  Field Farm Fisheries  1 Mile
  Kessingland Beach Holiday Park  2 Miles
  Cherry Tree Holiday Park  13 Miles

Cinema: Odeon Norwich  22 Miles

TIC: Southwold Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01502 724729  4 Miles


Attractions near Wrentham
Suffolk Wildlife Park (3 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.
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 Museum (7 Miles)*
The Museum is housed in Leman House which was probably built in about 1570 and was completely restored and modernised in the 1760s.
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Towns near Wrentham
South Cove Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Benacre Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
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Frostenden Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
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Hotels near Wrentham
The Swan Hotel (4 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.
The Carlton Manor Hotel (5 Miles)*
This 19th century manor house rests in the picturesque East Suffolk countryside, conveniently located for exploring the Broads and Heritage Coast.
Hotel Victoria (6 Miles)*
With panoramic sea views of Lowestoft's award winning beaches, the Hotel Victoria offers premier hospitality with easy access for business or leisure activities.
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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.
Lea Cottage (5 Miles)*
This comfortably furnished modernised Victorian cottage sleeps 4, one double and one twin. It has central heating and is well equipped.
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