Suffolk Stories
Suffolk is a county with a rich and fascinating past that combines both the agricultural and the seafaring with an extraordinary lure for artists and creators. Since the beginning, writers and painters have been fascinated with and inspired by Suffolk’s unique landscape. As well as this artistic connection, Suffolk’s long and varied history can be seen and felt all over the county. From Sutton Hoo to Orford Ness, Suffolk’s history is a captivating saga that enhances every visit. Here’s our guide to looking back and looking deep.
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Lowestoft – the last two hundred years
There has been a settlement at Lowestoft, the most easterly point of the British Isles, for over a millenium but …
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Lowestoft – a brief early history
The Viking origin of the name Lowestoft – made up of the name Hlothver and the suffix –toft meaning homestead …
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The Merman of Orford – creating a libretto
The Merman of Orford, a new work by composer Joanna Lee will have its world premiere at Orford Church on Saturday …
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SEA MUSIC PREMIERE AT ORFORD
Aldeburgh Music Club Choir and the Prometheus Orchestra join forces on Saturday 10th March at Orford Church to begin the …
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The Gentleman’s Residence in Suffolk
With the death of Queen Anne, the English throne passed to her nearest Protestant relative, George of Hanover, later George …
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Suffolk’s Farming Past
In 1539 all monastic property was transferred to the control of King Henry VIII, including great tracks of land across …
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Butley Priory, Suffolk
Deep in the sandy heathlands on the Suffolk coast between Woodbridge and Orford, close to the river Butley is the …
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Worlingham Hall, Beccles
Worlingham Hall Suffolk contains a few stately homes and mansions and a number of country houses of architectural interest; a few …
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Southwold Electric Picture Palace
Named after Southwold’s first cinema opened in 1912, The Electric Picture Palace was opened in 2002 by broadcaster and Monty …
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COBRA MIST – Biggest radar station in the world
by Paddy Heazell Looking to the north from Orford Quay, a vast grey box-shaped building is plainly visible, with behind …
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