Lawshall

Settlement in Suffolk Babergh

England

Lawshall

Barley field off Brand's Lane
Barley field off Brand's Lane Credit: Jonathan Thacker

Lawshall is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, England. Situated approximately five miles south of Bury St Edmunds, it falls within the Babergh district. With a population of around 800 residents, Lawshall maintains a quaint and close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is known for its picturesque countryside surroundings, offering a serene and peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills, meadows, and charming country lanes, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Lawshall boasts a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Neolithic period. The village is home to several historical landmarks, including the Grade I listed St. Peter and St. Paul's Church, which dates back to the 14th century. The church's striking architecture and beautiful stained glass windows attract visitors from far and wide.

In terms of amenities, Lawshall offers a range of facilities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a primary school, a village hall, a local pub, and a post office. The village also benefits from excellent transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to nearby towns and cities.

Overall, Lawshall is a charming village that embodies the beauty and tranquility of rural Suffolk. Its rich history, stunning landscapes, and welcoming community make it an idyllic place to live or visit.

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Lawshall Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.162981/0.71139 or Grid Reference TL8555. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barley field off Brand's Lane
Barley field off Brand's Lane
Church of All Saints, Lawshall A largely fifteenth century church <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1036594" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1036594">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>
Church of All Saints, Lawshall
A largely fifteenth century church LinkExternal link
Grass field near Lawshall
Grass field near Lawshall
Field of sugar beet by Brands Lane
Field of sugar beet by Brands Lane
Field by Brands Lane Looking towards Rowney Farm
Field by Brands Lane
Looking towards Rowney Farm
Field of sugar beet by Brands Lane
Field of sugar beet by Brands Lane
The approach to Hanningfields Farm
The approach to Hanningfields Farm
The village sign at Lawshall
The village sign at Lawshall
Road junction in Lawshall This junction is actually a crossroads.  The road to the right is Melford Road with Bury Road off to the left.  Straight ahead is Lambs Lane and opposite is Golden Lane.
Road junction in Lawshall
This junction is actually a crossroads. The road to the right is Melford Road with Bury Road off to the left. Straight ahead is Lambs Lane and opposite is Golden Lane.
Donkey Lane, between Lawshall and Stanningfield
Donkey Lane, between Lawshall and Stanningfield
Dems at Castle Farm
Dems at Castle Farm
Ploughing Ploughing near to Brockley, Suffolk.
Ploughing
Ploughing near to Brockley, Suffolk.
Ploughed Field Ploughed field and footpath near to Brockley, Suffolk.
Ploughed Field
Ploughed field and footpath near to Brockley, Suffolk.
Open Fields Open fields near to Brockley, Suffolk.
Open Fields
Open fields near to Brockley, Suffolk.
Memorial To Johannes Bartholomeus Jat Van Mesdag WWII memorial to crashed Mustang pilot Johannes Bartholomeus Jat Van Mesdag at side of a country road near to Lawshall, Suffolk. For more info on this young airman see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.aircrewremembered.com/van-mesdag-johannes.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.aircrewremembered.com/van-mesdag-johannes.html">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> and for overall view see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2595650" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2595650">Link</a>
Memorial To Johannes Bartholomeus Jat Van Mesdag
WWII memorial to crashed Mustang pilot Johannes Bartholomeus Jat Van Mesdag at side of a country road near to Lawshall, Suffolk. For more info on this young airman see LinkExternal link and for overall view see Link
Airman's Memorial WWII memorial to crashed Mustang pilot Johannes Bartholomeus Jat Van Mesdag at side of a country road near to Lawshall, Suffolk. For more info on this young airman see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.aircrewremembered.com/van-mesdag-johannes.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.aircrewremembered.com/van-mesdag-johannes.html">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> and for close up view see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2595635" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2595635">Link</a>
Airman's Memorial
WWII memorial to crashed Mustang pilot Johannes Bartholomeus Jat Van Mesdag at side of a country road near to Lawshall, Suffolk. For more info on this young airman see LinkExternal link and for close up view see Link
Hanningfield Green Hanningfield Green, Suffolk.
Hanningfield Green
Hanningfield Green, Suffolk.
Haystack Interesting haystack near to Stanningfield, Suffolk.
Haystack
Interesting haystack near to Stanningfield, Suffolk.
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Lawshall is located at Grid Ref: TL8555 (Lat: 52.162981, Lng: 0.71139)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: Babergh

Police Authority: Suffolk

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.162981,0.71139
Post Box
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Post Box
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