Holton St Mary

Settlement in Suffolk Babergh

England

Holton St Mary

Dedham Vale from Dead Lane; East Bergholt I believe that this was the spot where John Constable sat when he painted his famous "Dedham Vale" picture?
Dedham Vale from Dead Lane; East Bergholt Credit: Mr James D

Holton St Mary is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, England. Situated just three miles east of the town of Ipswich, it is well-connected to the surrounding areas. The village is part of the Babergh district and is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering a peaceful and idyllic setting.

Holton St Mary has a rich history dating back to medieval times, with evidence of human settlement in the area as early as the 12th century. The village is known for its charming thatched cottages and traditional architecture, which add to its overall character and appeal.

Despite its small size, Holton St Mary boasts a strong community spirit and offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub that serves as a social hub for the village. There are also various events and activities organized throughout the year, such as the annual village fete, which bring the community together.

The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. There are several walking and cycling routes that provide opportunities to explore the stunning scenery and enjoy the fresh air.

In terms of transportation, Holton St Mary benefits from good road links, with the A12 and A14 nearby, providing easy access to Ipswich and other major towns in the region. Additionally, the village is serviced by a local bus route, allowing for convenient travel to neighboring areas.

Overall, Holton St Mary is a charming and peaceful village that offers a close-knit community and a beautiful rural setting.

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Holton St Mary Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.990972/0.999272 or Grid Reference TM0636. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dedham Vale from Dead Lane; East Bergholt I believe that this was the spot where John Constable sat when he painted his famous "Dedham Vale" picture?
Dedham Vale from Dead Lane; East Bergholt
I believe that this was the spot where John Constable sat when he painted his famous "Dedham Vale" picture?
Gaston Street junction with the B1070 East Bergholt
Gaston Street junction with the B1070 East Bergholt
Beehive Corner East Bergholt
Beehive Corner East Bergholt
Holton St Mary village sign on B1070
Holton St Mary village sign on B1070
B1070 at junction for A12 north
B1070 at junction for A12 north
The beginning of a footpath to Holton St. Mary
The beginning of a footpath to Holton St. Mary
Bean field near Holton St. Mary
Bean field near Holton St. Mary
Gate into the churchyard, Holton St. Mary
Gate into the churchyard, Holton St. Mary
The churchyard, Holton St. Mary
The churchyard, Holton St. Mary
Field of wheat near Holton St. Mary
Field of wheat near Holton St. Mary
War Memorial, Holton St. Mary At some stage in its history memorial has lost an ornamental lamp. This has been replaced by a cross <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1465009?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1465009?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
War Memorial, Holton St. Mary
At some stage in its history memorial has lost an ornamental lamp. This has been replaced by a cross LinkExternal link
Field edge, Holton St. Mary Not a public footpath but seems to be well used as such.
Field edge, Holton St. Mary
Not a public footpath but seems to be well used as such.
The parish church, Holton St. Mary Grade II* listed <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1351596?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1351596?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The parish church, Holton St. Mary
Grade II* listed LinkExternal link
Layby on the A12, East Bergholt
Layby on the A12, East Bergholt
The A12, East Bergholt
The A12, East Bergholt
View east off Cutlers Lane
View east off Cutlers Lane
View south off Cutlers Lane
View south off Cutlers Lane
Raydon Water Tower This water tower stands in the middle of Bett Vale Golf Club. Located on the minor road that heads in a southerly direction from the B1070 in Raydon.
Raydon Water Tower
This water tower stands in the middle of Bett Vale Golf Club. Located on the minor road that heads in a southerly direction from the B1070 in Raydon.
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Holton St Mary is located at Grid Ref: TM0636 (Lat: 51.990972, Lng: 0.999272)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: Babergh

Police Authority: Suffolk

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.990972,0.999272
Holton St Mary
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Bus Stop
Telephone Box
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Passing Place
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Post Box
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Bench
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Defibrillator
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Emergency: defibrillator
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The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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