Culford

Settlement in Suffolk West Suffolk

England

Culford

Culford War Memorial Culford War Memorial and village Hall.
Culford War Memorial Credit: Philip Halling

Culford is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, England. Situated approximately 5 miles north-west of the town of Bury St Edmunds, Culford is nestled in the picturesque countryside of East Anglia. With a population of around 400, it is a close-knit community that offers a peaceful and idyllic environment.

One of the significant landmarks in Culford is Culford Hall, a grand Georgian mansion surrounded by extensive parkland. The mansion dates back to the 18th century and has a rich history, having been the residence of various notable families. Today, it serves as the main building for Culford School, an independent co-educational institution that caters to students aged 3 to 18.

The village itself has a charming character, with a mix of traditional cottages and more modern houses. It offers basic amenities such as a village hall, a parish church, and a pub, providing a sense of community and meeting places for locals. The surrounding countryside features rolling hills, open fields, and woodlands, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Culford is well-positioned for those seeking a balance between rural tranquility and access to urban amenities. The nearby town of Bury St Edmunds offers a wider range of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. Additionally, the village benefits from good transportation links, with the A14 road passing nearby and providing easy access to other towns and cities in the region.

Overall, Culford, Suffolk offers a peaceful and picturesque setting, steeped in history and surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an appealing place to live or visit.

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Culford Images

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Culford War Memorial Culford War Memorial and village Hall.
Culford War Memorial
Culford War Memorial and village Hall.
Culford War Memorial
Culford War Memorial
The War Memorial at Culford
The War Memorial at Culford
The churchyard at St. Mary's church in Culford
The churchyard at St. Mary's church in Culford
View from Culford school building Culford School, clearly based on a former mansion and its parkland, is now big enough to be a village in itself, although it is actually in the middle of the village of Culford. This is the view from the old main building, from a large room that was perhaps a ballroom.
View from Culford school building
Culford School, clearly based on a former mansion and its parkland, is now big enough to be a village in itself, although it is actually in the middle of the village of Culford. This is the view from the old main building, from a large room that was perhaps a ballroom.
View from corridor end, Culford School A view across the very neat lawns and over the small valley containing the lake.
View from corridor end, Culford School
A view across the very neat lawns and over the small valley containing the lake.
Parkland at Culford School Viewed from just in front of the original old building, this gives an idea of a small part of the surroundings of this private school. 

I would have loved to attend a school with these kind of facilities - I wonder if the current pupils appreciate what they have got. However it must be a nightmare for staff if pupils decide to wander off.

There are cars parked on the grass due to the high attendance at one of the regular Art Deco and Retro fairs.
Parkland at Culford School
Viewed from just in front of the original old building, this gives an idea of a small part of the surroundings of this private school. I would have loved to attend a school with these kind of facilities - I wonder if the current pupils appreciate what they have got. However it must be a nightmare for staff if pupils decide to wander off. There are cars parked on the grass due to the high attendance at one of the regular Art Deco and Retro fairs.
Art Deco and Retro Fair in school building While one might be envious of having spectacular buildings like this for a school room, it has to be admitted that Culford School have done a very good job of keeping it in good condition.
Art Deco and Retro Fair in school building
While one might be envious of having spectacular buildings like this for a school room, it has to be admitted that Culford School have done a very good job of keeping it in good condition.
Ceiling detail, Culford School A spectacular ceiling in perfect condition. With very neat uplighting to show it off. Photographed during an Art Deco and Retro Fair.
Ceiling detail, Culford School
A spectacular ceiling in perfect condition. With very neat uplighting to show it off. Photographed during an Art Deco and Retro Fair.
Wall decorations, Culford School Really impressive decoration in perfect state of preservation. 

Photo taken during an Art Deco and Retro fair.
Wall decorations, Culford School
Really impressive decoration in perfect state of preservation. Photo taken during an Art Deco and Retro fair.
Old Bridge Old bridge across the disused Bury to Thetford railway line, now only used as a footbridge near to Ingham, Suffolk.
Old Bridge
Old bridge across the disused Bury to Thetford railway line, now only used as a footbridge near to Ingham, Suffolk.
Gate And Stile Gate stile and footpath with the path leading to Culford as seen from near to Ingham, Suffolk.
Gate And Stile
Gate stile and footpath with the path leading to Culford as seen from near to Ingham, Suffolk.
Farm Track Farm track looking south near to Ingham, Suffolk.
Farm Track
Farm track looking south near to Ingham, Suffolk.
Footpath Footpath near to Culford, Suffolk.
Footpath
Footpath near to Culford, Suffolk.
Entering Culford Entering Culford, Suffolk on the B1106.
Entering Culford
Entering Culford, Suffolk on the B1106.
Road Junction Road junction near to Brockley Corner, Suffolk.
Road Junction
Road junction near to Brockley Corner, Suffolk.
Road Junction Road junction at Brockley Corner, Suffolk.
Road Junction
Road junction at Brockley Corner, Suffolk.
Bend Road scene at Brockley Corner, Suffolk.
Bend
Road scene at Brockley Corner, Suffolk.
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Culford is located at Grid Ref: TL8369 (Lat: 52.296818, Lng: 0.69294036)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: West Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

What 3 Words

///hears.yarn.denoting. Near Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

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Nearby Amenities

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Culford
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School
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Post Box
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Public Bookcase
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Waste Basket
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Bench
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Generator Solar Modules: 13
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