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With over 1000 years of history, great shopping, award-winning food & drink, unique attractions and places to stay, Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk is the ideal weekend getaway destination! While away a day exploring the 200 stores that line the picturesque medieval streets, and elegant Georgian squares.
- Relax in the stunning Abbey Gardens in the heart of Bury St Edmunds and discover the ruins of the 11th Century Benedictine Abbey of St Edmund. 1000 years since the founding of the Abbey of St Edmund will be marked with a year of celebrations in 2022.
- Attend an event at The Athenaeum, a wonderful Grade I listed building with a Georgian chandeliered ballroom this is where the likes of Charles Dickens came to give readings of their novels.
- Discover more about children’s author Beatrix Potter at the National Trust's Melford Hall with a fantastic collection of memorabilia from her time in Long Melford.
- See where scenes for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 were filmed in L avenham. Look out for De Vere House, the 14th century cottage filmed as the birthplace of Harry Potter.
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If like I, you also come from what would be considered a small town, I’m pretty sure you’ve encountered something similar to this on your travels: “Hi! Where are you from?” “The UK” “Cool, where about?” “You probably haven’t of heard of it, it’s called Bury St Edmunds” “Where?” “Near Cambridge” “Where?” “OK, you know London?” “Oh yeah, is it close ...
1. Take a Greene King Brewery Brewery Tour
Based in Westgate Street, Greene King is one of the biggest real ale brewers in the UK (maybe even the biggest). They have been brewing in the town since they were established in 1799 and have gone on to own pubs across the country. But this is what you need to know – the brewery operates tours throughout the day, and having been three times, I highly recommend them. You will get to visit the brewhouse, learn about brewing cask ales, walk out on the roof of the brewery for some spectacular vi...
2. See a show at The Theatre Royal
This wonderful National Trust theatre is said to be the only surviving example of a working Regency playhouse in the country. Originally built in 1819, the Regency theatre has recently undergone extensive renovations to take it back closer to its original Georgian look and it hasn’t lost its charm in the process. Expect to be close to the acts in this intimate performance space that hosts a varied programme of shows and events throughout the year. Take a look at what’s on at the Theatre Royal...
3. Visit St Edmundsbury Cathedral
So let’s start with a bit of history. Originally the church was known as St Denis’s Church, but in the 12th century, when Anselm was the Abbot of St Edmundsbury, he decided he wanted to make a pilgrimage along the St James’s way, more commonly known around the world as Santiago de Compostela to the shrine of Saint James the Great in Galicia. However, he was persuaded by his peers that it wasn’t a good idea and didn’t do it. But I guess he still felt he had a burning desire to do something a l...
1921 – Recently a winner of Suffolk Magazine’s Best Restaurant award, 1921follows an unconventional approach with relaxed service and the stunning food reigning supreme.Pea Porridge – With a cosy, homely, laid back ambience the hands-on owners, Justin Sharp (head chef-proprietor) and his wife Jurga (front-of-house), like to keep things lively, fresh and exciting....The One Bull – Their aim? “To serve good food and drink at sensible prices in a relaxed, friendly and clean environment.” Mission accomplished at The One Bull!Bury St Edmunds is located just off the A14 between Cambridge and Ipswich and by far the easiest way to get there is by car.
One thing that Bury struggles with is decent, affordable accommodation. Even with the recent opening of a Premier Inn, it has done little to bring down the average room rates. That said, depending on when you visit, deals can be found. Here is a list of a few places to stay in Bury St Edmunds that I would happily recommend. If you would like a more...
So what grabbed your attention? I hope I have put a good case forward for visiting my beloved part of the world. I truly believe it is a wonderful little spot that doesn’t get as many visitors as it deserves. With the historic Cathedral, Abbey Gardens and Greene King alone, that should be enough to attract plenty. Let me know in the comment and why...
Explore Bury St Edmunds, a small market town close to Cambridge and a jewel in the crown of the rural county of Suffolk. Visitors make their way there to visit the magnificent cathedral, see the beautiful municipal gardens on the grounds of the ruined abbey, go shopping and much more.
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