Sudbury (Suffolk)

Sudbury is a small but historic market town in Suffolk in the region of East Anglia in England.

An introduction to Sudbury (Suffolk)

St Peters and Thomas Gainsborough - - 692007 - Thomas Gainsborough Statue in Market Plaza

The town dates back to Anglo-Saxon times with the town market becoming established by the early 11th century. Through the late middle ages the town developed silk and weaving industries and the prosperity resulted in many buildings and churches. Gainsborough Silks started in 1798 is still thriving in the town today.

The town is particularly proud of a former resident Thomas Gainsborough, who was born in the town and who was inspired by the local countryside. Today there is a statue of him in the Market Place

Travel to Sudbury (Suffolk)

By road

By road, Sudbury is served by the A134 from Colchester and Bury Street Edmunds, and by the A131 which runs from near Little Waltham, north of Chelmsford.

By train

• Sudbury Train Station - Station Road, Sudbury, CO10 6SU 52.036, 0.735 - Sudbury train station Sudbury Station - - 439267 At the end of a branch line (marketed as the Gainsborough Line) from the main Norwich to London Liverpool street line at Marks Tey. The journey between Sudbury and Marks Tey takes 20 minutes, with stops at Bures station, and Chappel & Wakes Colne station. Station managed by and services operated by / Greater Anglia.

By bus

• Chambers Buses services X73 & 753 run Bury Street Edmunds to Sudbury
• Chambers Buses services 754 & 84 run between the town and Colchester (England)|Colchester.
• Beestons Buses service 91/91C runs between the town and Ipswich (England)|Ipswich,
• Beestons Buses service 236 runs between the town and Haverhill (England)|Haverhill.

Suffolk On Board publish full details of all rural bus services around the town.

By bicycle

The town is on National Cycle Route 13 (London to Fakenham), running through Colchester (England)|Colchester to the South and through Lavenham & Bury Street Edmunds to the N. Regional Cycle Routes connect the town with other local towns, including Ipswich (England)|Ipswich, Stoke by Nayland & Alton Water to the E.

Get Around

GPS 52.0396|0.7312 layer=W}} Due to Sudbury's small and compact nature, it is no problem at all to cover the town from edge to edge on foot. However and the recently renovated and Tesco store and commercial park are situated off the Sudbury bypass, a fair walk from the town centre and best reached by car.

What to See

Town Hall, Sudbury, Suffolk 2 - Town Hall

The idyllic water meadows around the river Stour can be found just outside of the town centre. There are many paths and perfect picnic settings to take advantage of on summer evenings.

Buried beneath the locally famous Mill Hotel there is a mummified cat which can be viewed upon request.

There is a small infogram located by Street Peter's Church in the town centre marking the fact that Sudbury was mentioned in the original novel "101 Dalmatians" and is well worth a look for fans of English literature.

• Melford Hall - Long Melford, Sudbury, CO10 9AA 52.0825, 0.72291 4 miles north of Sudbury ☎ +44 1787 379228 - Melford Hall Summer house at Melford Hall
• Gainsborough's House - Birthplace of Gainsborough & Museum | 46 Gainsborough St, Sudbury, CO10 2EU 52.0382, 0.728417 ☎ +44 1787 372958 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 10:00-17:00. Sunday 11:00-17:00 Adults £7; Children £2; under 5 free Gainsborough's House Gainsboroughs house Sudbury A
• Street Gregory’s Church - Sudbury, CO10 2AS 52.378990, 0.747519 Opening Hours: Daily 09:00-17:00 Sudbury - Church of Street Gregory A

What to Do

Despite the lack of many common amenities such as a cinema or shopping centre and there is still much to enjoy in the small market town.

Belle Vue park has a variety of activities that can be enjoyed by those of all ages. Facilities include a miniature golf course, a children's adventure trail, a playpark, rollerskating park, tennis courts, animal enclosures and a large picnic area.

Many pubs can be found in the area including those which specialise in locally brewed ales.

There are a wide range of paths and cycle routes in the area for the more adventurous visitors and maps can be purchased from the tourist information centre.

• Street Peter's Church - Market Hill, Sudbury, CO10 2EA 52.0387, 0.7314 - Street Peter's Church, Sudbury Sudbury - Church of Street Peter - - No longer used as a church but can be visited and holds events (concerts, craft markets, art exhibitions, etc.)
• LeeStock Music Festival - Melford Hall, Long Melford, CO10 9AA 52.0825, 0.72291 - 2 day music festival
• Kingfisher Leisure Centre - Station Road, Sudbury, CO10 2SU 52.0360, 0.7337 ☎ +44 1787 375656 - Large swimming pool, gym, private secluded sauna & spa, cafe
• The Quay Theatre - Quay Lane, Sudbury, CO10 2AN 52.0344, 0.7277 ☎ +44 1787 374745

• Valley Walk - 5½ mile walk | Melford Hall end OS grid ref TL867462 - Expect 2hrs 15mins. Melford Hall to Sudbury and return by bus.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Sudbury (Suffolk)

The town centre has taken a turn for the worse in recent years, with many shops being forced to close due to the current economic climate.

There are still some modest outlets for local goods but most shops tend to be part of major chains.

The main shops in the town are a pair of W.H.Smith's, an Iceland, a discount shop called Thing Me Bobs and a 99p store which forced a pound shop across the road out of business.

• Town Market - Market Hill 52.03863, 0.73066 Opening Hours: Thursday & Saturday - Recently celebrated its 1000th birthday
• Roys - Department Store | Great Eastern Road, Sudbury, CO10 2TJ 52.0371, 0.7333 ☎ +44 1787 882800 | Opening Hours: Monday - West 09:00-18:00. Thursday Friday 08:30-20:00. Saturday 08:30-18:00. Sunday 10:00-16:00
• Waitrose - Supermarket | Station Road, Sudbury, CO10 2SS 52.0359, 0.7319 ☎ +44 1787 880373 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 07:00-21:00 Sunday 10:00-16:00
• Sainsbury's - Supermarket | 66 Cornard Road, Sudbury, CO10 2XB 52.0363, 0.7403 ☎ +44 1787 291200 | Opening Hours: Monday - sSa 07:00-23:00. Sunday 10:00-16:00 - Petrol station, cafe & pharmacy (different hours)

Halal Restaurants in Sudbury (Suffolk)

In addition to the chain restaurants in the town such as Prezzo, Ask, Café Nero and Wetherspoon's and there are some independent eateries.

For a delicious and well priced lunch (or even afternoon snack), Niche in Gainsborough Street offer a great selection of freshly prepared hot and cold sandwiches in addition to a great drinks menu.

There are two local pizza restaurants in the town centre which provide a fantastic alternative to the and vastly overpriced Domino's takeaway.

Also within the town centre there are a multitude of Chinese and Indian takeaways and restaurants as well as y- Halal Kebab shops for late night munchies. Northern Bites on North Street is particularly recommended.

Further out of town there is also a McDonald's (Please do not support McDonald's as McDonald's supports Israel. Shun this restaurant group and go for altertative brands and if possible for a Muslim owned restaurant) and a KFC, although these are best avoided, especially at night time as these areas attract an unpleasant crowd of youths.

• India Restaurant & Take-away - 58 North St, Sudbury, CO10 1RE 52.0414, 0.7297 ☎ +44 1787 881880 | Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 12:00-14:30 & 17:30-23:00. Friday & Saturday 12:00-14:30 & 17:30-00:00
• Prezzo - Italian Restaurant & Take-away | 54 Gainsborough St, Sudbury, CO10 2ET 52.03822, 0.72942 ☎ +44 1787 880852 | Opening Hours: Daily 12:00-23:00
• (Thai) Pavillion - 3 Friars St, Sudbury, CO10 2AA 52.03765, 0.72958 ☎ +44 1787 315656 | Opening Hours: Tuesday 18:30-23:00. W-Sa 12:00-14:30 &18:30-23:00 - No e-cigarettes
• Kind Cuisine - Vegan Restaurant | 11a Friars St, Sudbury, CO10 2AA 52.03742, 0.72936 ☎ +44 1787 376101

• Ballingdon Valley Indian Cuisine - Indian Restaurant | 57 Ballingdon St, Sudbury, CO10 2DA 52.0335, 0.7160 ☎ +44 1787 376777 | Opening Hours: Sunday - Thursday 12:00-14:30 & 17:30-23:30. Friday Saturday 12:00-14:30 & 17:30-00:00

The two main bars in Sudbury are both unfortunately chain pubs. However and there are many other pubs that offer a better atmosphere and a friendlier crowd at a slightly increased price.

There are several small breweries in the area and sampling the delicious local soft drinks is a must for any ale enthusiast.

• The Anchor - Pub & Restaurant | 26 Court St, Nayland, CO6 4JL 51.969916, 0.872515 ☎ +44 1206 262313 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 11:00-23:00. Sunday 11:00-22:00 (food shorter hours) The Anchor, Sudbury - - 622827 . Friendly pub with a range of unique and rare soft drinks and fruit cocktail- including some from the pub’s own vineyard. Dogs welcome in bar
• The Wagon & Horses - Pub & Food | Church Walk, Acton Sq, Sudbury, CO10 1HJ 52.0399, 0.7278 ☎ +44 1787 312147 | Opening Hours: Pub: all day; Food: Monday to Friday 12:00-14:30 & 17:30-21:00. Saturday Sunday 12:00-21:00 Waggon and Horses - - 674549
• The Silk Worm - Pub & Food | Queensbury House, East St., Sudbury, CO10 2HX 52.03991, 0.73248 ☎ +44 1787 464050 | Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 10:00-23:00. Friday Saturday 10:00-01:00. Sunday 10:00-22:30
• The Angel - Pub & Food | 43 Friars St, Sudbury, CO10 2AG 52.0364, 0.7280 ☎ +44 1787 882228 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - West 11:30-15:00 & 18:00-23:00. Thursday 10:00-15:00 & 18:00-23:00. Friday 11:30-15:00 & 18:00-00:00. Saturday 10:00-15:00 & 18:00-00:00. Sunday 12:00-17:00
• The Maldon Grey - Pub & Food | Cats Lane, Sudbury, CO10 2RZ 52.03823, 0.74753 ☎ +44 1787 372675 - Free Wi-Fi

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Sudbury (Suffolk)

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Black Boy Hotel, Sudbury, Suffolk - Black Boy Hotel

Sudbury is host to a wide range of hotels, bed and breakfasts, inns and even a caravan park!

As the town is a quiet area there shouldn't be much problem finding somewhere to stay for the night.

• The Mill Hotel - Walnut Tree Lane, Sudbury, CO10 1BD 52.03863, 0.72416 ☎ +44 1787 375544 - Mill Hotel, Sudbury - - 859094
• The Crown Inn Hotel - Hotel & Restaurant | Hall Street, Long Melford, Sudbury, CO10 9JL 52.0787, 0.7181 ☎ +44 1787 377666 - Family run 17th Century Inn complete with restaurant offering a full A La Carte menu for dinner & lunch
• Black Boy - Hotel | 7 Market Hill, Sudbury, CO10 2EA 52.03849, 0.73001 ☎ +44 1787 379046 - Black Boy sign - - 692018 . Free Wi-Fi
• The Black Lion - Hotel & Restaurant | The Green, Long Melford, CO10 9DN 52.08607, 0.72076 3½ miles North of Sudbury ☎ +44 1787 312356AA 3
• The Cabin Sudbury - B&B | 98 Melford Road, Sudbury, CO10 1JY 52.0466, 0.7266 ☎ +44 1787 315689

Connect

• Post Office - 17 Market Hill, Sudbury, CO10 2EA 52.0388, 0.7309 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00-17:30. Sunday 10:00-16:00

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• Lavenham
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• Braintree (Essex)|Braintree
• Bury Street Edmunds
• Stowmarket
• Witham
• Ipswich (England)|Ipswich
• Maldon

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