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Born 750 years ago, Lavenham is known for its 15th century church, move and walk about 320 timber including framed buildings, many of which are protected by English Heritage.
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For a guide to the history of Lavenham, plus details of areas of interest such as Lavenham Priory Lavenham and two fascinating museums, please see our article Lavenham Guide.
The village is located about five miles northeast of the town of Sudbury, and can be found on a hill on the west bank of the River Brett. The crest consists of two valleys and ravines into three parts: the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul (pictured above) located in the southern section, Lavenham Market in the central part, and the remains of a windmill atops northernmost section. The southern valley contains a stream running between the pond in Lavenham Hall and Brett, but was covered by a culvert 500 years ago, and the aptly named Water Street built on the top.
Lavenham Hotels
The Angel Hotel
The Angel Hotel Market Place Lavenham was first licensed in 1420 and is believed to Lavenham's oldest Inn. The Angel has been tastefully restored and still contains much of its wonderful Tudor character. There are 8 en-suite bedrooms, 6 doubles, 1 double and a room family on the ground floor. Many of the galleries original features such as wooden beams, and are equipped with all modern amenities such as television, telephone, Tea and coffee facilities, hairdryer and wireless broadband. Continental breakfast included in all rates. The Angel has a nice local beer bar, a extensive wine list and a selection of about 25 single malts. Visitors can enjoy fresh home cooking in a variety of different styles, bar, restaurant, cozy and – weather permitting – the terrace and gardens. Then click on the link above to take advantage of good food from the Angel, comfortable rooms and a welcoming atmosphere.
The Hotel Casa Grande
If you're a fan of this boutique hotel, The Great House Hotel Lavenham will not disappoint. This authentic English Boutique Hotel has five luxury rooms, each with private bath and four seats and a lounge. The rooms retain the charm and history of the house, however, are modern and sophisticated. The king-size beds, including a Jacobean four-poster (pictured above), dressed in fine clothes are Egyptian and continental plush pillows, providing visitors comfort. Each room has many wonderful facilities, including a mini-bar, espresso machines, plasma screen TV, and wifi Free, plus all guests a warm welcome with fruit and a bottle of sherry. The Casa Grande has an excellent restaurant with a la carte menu with delicious desserts. French doors open during the summer months to cope with a beautiful stone patio drinks, lunch or dinner. If you want to spoil yourself and a loved one, click on the link above for more information.
The Swan at Lavenham
The Swan in Lavenham was built around 1400 and consists of three houses dating from the same period. The oldest part dates from the late the 14th century. Today, visitors will be delighted to find in a quintessential English country hotel with old oak beams, fireplaces and furniture, sumptuous fabrics, further and recognized AA Rosette restaurant and a welcoming atmosphere that serves the best of modern English cuisine. The historic Old Bar boasts a wonderful collection memorabilia, including a wall signed by British and American airmen stationed at Lavenham Airfield during the Second World War. The swan is a place wonderful backdrop for a variety of special occasions, romantic weddings, christenings and family gatherings. It is also a unique venue for seminars, meetings and conferences, which inspired 15th century combined with 21st century innovation. Please click the link above for more details and reservation information.
The Bildeston Crown
Not directly in Lavenham, but in the pretty village nearby is Bildeston Bildeston Crown. This hotel is an original publication grade 2 century coaching inn fifteenth to creatively and carefully restored and renovated in 2003, without losing the character of the past 600 years. There are twelve rooms bathroom that have been individually decorated to the highest standards – The most luxurious is the fuchsia Black Room (pictured below) with decoration dramatic black, accented by hot fuchsia, and not for the faint of heart! All rooms feature amenities including wall mounted, flat TVs wide-screen, access to broadband Internet, white robes, quality toiletries, room service and night porter. The Bildeston Crown has a fantastic restaurant decorated in red, original beams and an eclectic mix of classical masterpieces and modern perfectly complement menus many delicious and varied.
The town is also home to the wonderful Lavenham Literary Festival, with many interesting and informative literary talks and workshops.
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