Wool Town Kersey with its 'Suffolk Pink' houses and iconic The Splash, a tributary of the River Brett
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Medieval charm in the Stour Valley
Discover the Suffolk Wool Towns
The Suffolk Wool Towns are among England’s finest medieval towns and villages, shaped by the prosperity of the wool trade. Set within the Stour Valley, they are a destination for heritage, architecture and gentle exploration.
Centred around Lavenham, Clare, Long Melford and Kersey, these towns are defined by timber-framed houses, ornate pargeting and impressive churches. Market squares and winding lanes reveal centuries of wealth in guildhalls, merchant houses and weavers’ cottages.
Lavenham boasts more than 300 listed buildings and a striking 16th-century Guildhall. Clare combines castle ruins with independent shops and cafés, while Long Melford’s broad green and grand church reflect its former status. Kersey’s picturesque street completes the storybook scene.
With antiques, country pubs and countryside walks close by, the Suffolk Wool Towns offer a rich blend of history, culture and rural Suffolk charm.
Top Attractions in Wool Towns
Explore 4X4
Explore 4x4 specialise in providing qualified and experienced, 4x4 off-road training at all levels,… Explore 4x4 specialise in providing qualified and experienced, 4x4 off-road training at all…
Explore 4X4
Explore 4x4 specialise in providing qualified and experienced, 4x4 off-road training at all levels,…
Kentwell Hall
A timeless Manor House set in acres of stunning, family-friendly gardens and parkland, in the… A timeless Manor House set in acres of stunning, family-friendly gardens and parkland, in the…
Kentwell Hall
A timeless Manor House set in acres of stunning, family-friendly gardens and parkland, in the…
The Crooked House, Lavenham
Suffolk's most photographed home, that inspired a world-famous nursery rhyme Suffolk's most photographed home, that inspired a world-famous nursery rhyme
The Crooked House, Lavenham
Suffolk's most photographed home, that inspired a world-famous nursery rhyme
Featured Events In The Wool Towns
Introduction to Love and Landscape with Curator…
Date: 3rd Jul 2026 - 4th Mar 2026
Join exhibition curator Dr Amy Lim for an introduction to the exhibition Love & Landscape: Stanley… Join exhibition curator Dr Amy Lim for an introduction to the exhibition Love & Landscape:…
Introduction to Love and Landscape with Curator Amy Lim – Talk
Date: 3rd Jul 2026 - 4th Mar 2026
Hannah Brown: Song for Autumn
Hannah Brown (b. 1977) is a contemporary artist based in east London whose work centres on the… Hannah Brown (b. 1977) is a contemporary artist based in east London whose work centres on the…
Life Drawing with Sue Marsdon
Date: 3rd Jul 2026 - 4th Mar 2026
Join Sue Marsdon with the life drawing group on the first Saturday of every month. Join Sue Marsdon with the life drawing group on the first Saturday of every month.
Humphrey Ocean: Home
Humphrey Ocean (b. 1951), Home, brings together paintings and drawings, spanning three decades,… Humphrey Ocean (b. 1951), Home, brings together paintings and drawings, spanning three…
Featured Businesses In The Wool Towns
The Crooked House, Lavenham
Suffolk's most photographed home, that inspired a world-famous nursery rhyme Suffolk's most photographed home, that inspired a world-famous nursery rhyme
The Crooked House, Lavenham
Suffolk's most photographed home, that inspired a world-famous nursery rhyme
The Bildeston Crown
A 15th century former coaching inn at the heart of Bildeston, Suffolk. A 15th century former coaching inn at the heart of Bildeston, Suffolk.
The Bildeston Crown
A 15th century former coaching inn at the heart of Bildeston, Suffolk.
The Mill
Luxury private rooms with breakfast Luxury private rooms with breakfast
The Old Drift House
Idyllic 'chocolate box' thatched cottage in the picturesque medieval village of Kersey with its… Idyllic 'chocolate box' thatched cottage in the picturesque medieval village of Kersey with…
The Old Drift House
Idyllic 'chocolate box' thatched cottage in the picturesque medieval village of Kersey with its…
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The Swan at Lavenham Hotel & Spa
Located in the Suffolk medieval village of Lavenham, the 4 Red Star 15th C Swan at Lavenham is… Located in the Suffolk medieval village of Lavenham, the 4 Red Star 15th C Swan at Lavenham is…
The Swan at Lavenham Hotel & Spa
Located in the Suffolk medieval village of Lavenham, the 4 Red Star 15th C Swan at Lavenham is…
The Crooked House, Lavenham
Suffolk's most photographed home, that inspired a world-famous nursery rhyme Suffolk's most photographed home, that inspired a world-famous nursery rhyme
The Crooked House, Lavenham
Suffolk's most photographed home, that inspired a world-famous nursery rhyme
Mill Tye Gallery and Arts Centre
Contemporary gallery and arts centre. Contemporary gallery and arts centre.
Nedging Hall
One of Suffolk's finest country houses. Perfect for a family or friends getaway, a birthday… One of Suffolk's finest country houses. Perfect for a family or friends getaway, a birthday…
Nedging Hall
One of Suffolk's finest country houses. Perfect for a family or friends getaway, a birthday…
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