Brandon's Town Street: workhouse to works; camps to housing: guided history and wellbeing walk

Take a tour of this area of Brandon and explore its rich and varied history on this guided walk.

See the old Town Street centre with parish church, old workhouse, site of almshouses and manor house, along with more recent developments including mid and early 20th century council housing and bungalows. On this guided walk, we will hear stories of the old brickworks, fur factory, sawmill and timber processing works, as well as the World War II army camps that played a big part in people’s life as Brandon grew and developed. We will also try to answer the question, why is Town Street called “Tip” by many locals?

At the end of the walk, there is also the option to stay and chat and enjoy free tea and coffee in the Leisure & Health Hub café.

This route has been specially created for Brandon's Heritage Open Days and will be guided by Imogen Radford and OSBrecks volunteers jointly with Brandon Wellbeing Walks.

You can join Brandon Wellbeing Walks every Monday, as they run weekly routes starting and ending at the Leisure & Health Hub at 9.30am, with refreshments and a chance to chat afterwards.

Timings

Monday 14 September:

9.30am

Location & directions

Brandon Leisure & Health Hub, Church Road, Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 0JB

Directions:

Brandon Leisure and Health Hub, Church Rd, IP27 0JB What Three Word: rivals.joggers.entrusted Ample free parking, facilities and hot and cold refreshments. The walk will be accessible, along pavements and firm paths. Nearest bus stop Church Close, about eight minutes’ walk, https://bustimes.org/stops/390020066 Brandon railway station is about 20 minutes’ walk.

Contact on day:

Imogen Radford

Telephone number:

+447485397803

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Please book using the following link: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/brandons-town-street-workhouse-to-works-camps-to-housing-tickets-1987331889178?aff=oddtdtcreator

Booking contact name:

Jackie Prior - Brandon Town Council

Booking telephone number:

+441842811844

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/brandons-town-street-workhouse-to-works-camps-to-housing-tickets-1987331889178?aff=oddtdtcreator

Additional information

Distance: Approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) Suitability: Suitable for all ages; however, part of the route follows a busy road, which may be challenging for young families. Accessibility: The walk takes place on pavements and firm paths and is generally accessible. For any specific accessibility questions, please contact [email protected] or call 01473 265600. Facilities: The walk starts and ends at the Leisure & Health Hub, where there are toilets and a café. Free tea and coffee will be available afterwards. Parking: Free parking is available at the Leisure & Health Hub.

Max number of people:

30

Estimated duration:

2 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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