A Guildhall - a Church and a Gatehouse
Guildhall, Market Place, Hadleigh, Suffolk, IP7 5DN
The Guildhall- a renowned group of late 15th century buildings have centuries of construction and change within the timber framed walls. There is also a detached kitchen, part of which can still be seen today.
St Mary’s church is one of the large, principal Wool Churches that was built of flint and stone. A magnificent medieval wood and lead spire above the bell tower is the only one of its kind in the county.
The magnificent Gate House was built for the Rector William Pykenham in the mid 15th century. We believe to serve as an imposing gate way to a fine new rectory, though this was never realised. Built of early handmade bricks the tower has many decorative features. The life and times of these buildings have hidden stories of their preservation, alteration and the changing ways in which they have been used.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 11.00am -12.30am
Location & directions
Guildhall, Market Place, Hadleigh, Suffolk, IP7 5DN
- Contact on day:
- Jane Snowdon
- Telephone number:
- +447748710598
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Free e-tickets will be provided when booked by email from [email protected]
- Booking contact name:
- Jane Snowdon
- Booking telephone number:
- +447748710598
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking opens:
- 01 Aug 2025 12:00 PM
- Booking closes:
- 10 Sep 2025 12:00 PM
Accessibility details
There are level pathways to view the exterior of all three buildings. The Guided walk is not suitable for dogs other than Assistance dogs .The interior tour of the church is mainly wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
Additional information about Hadleigh, including parking on HOW TO FIND US page can be be found on the VISIT HADLEIGH website visithadleighsuffolk.co.uk
- Max no of people per tour:
- 15
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
