History

The River Alde - An Estuary filled with History

Mar 15 2010
The quay at Snape Maltings on the River Alde

One of the pleasures of walking along the Suffolk coast and its five very individual estuaries, The Blyth, Alde & Ore, Deben, Orwell and Stour, is the peace and quiet.  Just a few steps away from any car park and even in the height of summer you are unlikely to meet more than half a dozen people on your country walk.  The lack of human development and detritus is a pleasant surpri

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Suffolk Winter Tales & Ales Tour

Start Date: 
Fri, 22/01/2010 - 19:00 - 22:00

If you’ve ever wondered how the legend of the Orford Merman came about, or where the last public hanging of a lady in Suffolk happened or just where did those UFO’s land in the forest now is your chance

Aldeburgh Cottages

Nov 20 2009
Dart Cottage adjoins Aldeburgh's Town Steps

Aldeburgh is a fascinating seaside town, the iconic Tudor Moot Hall on the seafront a clue to the long history of the town and its importance over the centuries.  Despite the burgeoning number of designer shops in the High Street, Aldeburgh has lost little of its 20th century charm and is still a haven for anyone seeking a peaceful getaway.
 

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Southwold seafront in old postcards (part 1)

Oct 27 2009
North Parade, beach huts, boats and bathing machines

Southwold, more than any other seaside resort, seems to epitomise the spirit of the pre-war British holiday. It has some of the country's best beach huts and today is certainly the No. 1 destination for holidaymakers heading for the Suffolk Coast.

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Orford Castle and the Church of St Bartholomew

Oct 26 2009

Built by King Henry II in 1165 to stop his barons attempting an attack on his authority, Orford Castle has had various private owners over the years and is now in the care of English Heritage.

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A Walk Around Orford

Oct 25 2009
Riverside Tearooms at Orford

A Walk around Orford.

Without doubt a really delightful and fascinating village, Orford has retained almost all its historic charm, despite its failing fortunes over the centuries and some not terribly attractive house building over the last twenty years.

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Southwold - Around the town

Oct 24 2009
Crown Hotel,  Southwold High Street

Full of character and interest both to the holidaymaker and the historian, Southwold is one of the most popular resorts on the East coast. But be warned you won't find much in the way of candyfloss or ‘'kiss me quick'’ hats.

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Framlingham Castle

Oct 24 2009
the entrance to the castle

Arriving at Framlingham Castle today we see the extensive remains of a magnificent 12th century stone enclosure. Built by Roger Bigod, Earl of Norfolk, and influential member of the court of Henry II, the castle, together with the Mere, was designed both as a stronghold and as a symbol of power and status.

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Woodbridge Mills

Aug 10 2009
Buttrum's Mill the tallest windmill in Suffolk

There were nine mills in Woodbridge at the time that Buttrum’s brick tower mill was built in the 1830s. Now only two working mills remaining, Buttrum’s Mill and The Tide Mill, a visit to either is a fascinating experience. Both are in excellent order and can even see the flour being ground at Buttrums and purchase the result.

Buttrums Mill

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