East Suffolk
Properties and events in East Suffolk
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A History of Bungay's Buildings
Come and see plans for some of Bungay's fine buildings. Held in St. Mary's (a good example from the 15th century), there will be a display of detailed drawings of architectures from the Abbey ruins of the 12th century up to present day eco-housing.
Aldeburgh Museum
Housed in the iconic Grade 1 Listed, timber framed, Tudor Moot Hall and home of the Town Council, the museum showcases Aldeburgh's rich and diverse history from the Anglo-Saxons to the unique seaside town it is today, via digital and manual displays.
Architecture Talk by Alan Greening
A history talk and discussion of the architecture of Halesworth, a historic market town.
Beccles Bell Tower
Discover the historic detached Beccles Bell Tower.
Blythburgh Station Open Day and Model Railway Show
Visit the restored 1879 narrow gauge Blythburgh Station - model railway show - railway films - light refreshments - guided tours - railway bookstall - demonstration goods trains - displays - access to railway trackbed walks.
Bungay's myths and their influence on architecture
Historic Building Mythbusting-Uncovering Folklore, History and Archeology in Bungay
Christ Church Lowestoft
We are an Anglican parish church in the Church of England – in fact, we are the most easterly parish! The church was opened in 1869 to serve the fishing community living on ‘the Beach’.
East Anglia Transport Museum
East Anglia's premier working transport museum is opening its doors again for free, for one day this year!
Free Heritage Bus Service
A free bus service, using old buses linking various Heritage Open Day events around the Lowestoft area
Guided Walk of Quay Street, Halesworth, Suffolk
Members of Halesworth U3A Local History Group will lead a walk from Halesworth Station through Quay Street, which is historically and architecturally fascinating and a significant part of Halesworth's brewing and malting industrial past.
Halesworth HIstory Database and Cemetery Records
A drop-in session to see ‘work-in-progress’ on building the ‘Halesworth History Map’ showing the relationships between the people of this Suffolk market town, their life events, where they lived and worked, and the businesses that traded here.
Halesworth Transport History Guided Walk
Halesworth to Southwold Narrow Gauge Railway Charity volunteers will guide you on a walk through Halesworth’s 18th and 19th century transport history. The walk will end at Halesworth Museum at the station.
Heritage Open Days at St Mary's Church, Halesworth
Two days of events at St Mary's in the heart of Halesworth. The church is of historical and architectural interest and the events showcase its championing of all aspects of Halesworth's community life. Many activities for children.
Heritage Skills Market
Come along to learn about heritage skills - including heritage building skills
Imogen Holst House: 9 Church Walk
A special opening of the newly Grade II listed Aldeburgh home of composer, conductor, and educator Imogen Holst. Open for timed entry to explore her bungalow which is a fascinating mid-century capsule designed and built by HT ‘Jim’ Cadbury-Brown.
Lodge of Prudence - Halesworth
An opportunity to visit the Masonic Hall in Halesworth. The Lodge of Prudence has been meeting in the current building since 1880 which contains a number of interesting artefacts. Note: access is by a steep staircase.
Lowestoft Maritime Museum
A celebration of the area's rich maritime heritage. Enjoy extensive displays and much more in this ingeniously laid-out museum.
Martello Tower P
This year, for Heritage Open Days, East Suffolk Council will be unlocking the doors for a rare opportunity for you to discover the Martello Tower.
Mincarlo LT412 Diesel Trawler
Mincarlo LT412 is the last surviving diesel sidewinder trawler built in Lowestoft. Launched in 1961 and now moored on Heritage Quay she remains a floating monument to Lowestoft's earlier fishing and engineering industries.
North Lowestoft United Reformed Church
A chance to view this Victorian Italianate, United Reformed Church Building, In London Road North. NR32 1HB. Still in active use with regular weekly Church Services, and community meetings.