Beccles's Blyburgate: a walking tour
King's Head (starting point), New Market, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9HA
This tour explores the history of Blyburgate, the street to Blythburgh, one of the town's most ancient thoroughfares. Many of its former residents will be described and how they contributed to the life of the people of Beccles. Historic locations along the street will be identified and their history considered.
Timings
- Saturday 19 September:
- 1000-1145 and 1400-1545
- Sunday 20 September:
- 1000 -1145 and 1400-1545
Location & directions
King's Head (starting point), New Market, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9HA
- Directions:
- The walks start at the King's Head, New Market NR34 9HA.
- Contact on day:
- Beccles Society
- Telephone number:
- +447796441807
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/beccles-heritage-open-days-beccles-town-council
- Booking website:
- https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/beccles-heritage-open-days-beccles-town-council
Accessibility details
The tour involves crossing some town centre roads in a group and is not suitable for people with significant mobility issues.
Additional information
Some busy roads will be crossed.
- Max number of people:
- 12
- Estimated duration:
- 1 hour(s) 45 minute(s)
