Acton

Settlement in Suffolk Babergh

England

Acton

Narrow footpath, Acton
Narrow footpath, Acton Credit: Roger Jones

Acton is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles southwest of Sudbury and 20 miles northwest of the county town, Ipswich. With a population of around 700 residents, Acton is known for its picturesque setting and rural charm.

The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, characterized by rolling hills, green fields, and meandering streams. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and walkers, offering plenty of scenic routes and country trails to explore. Acton also boasts a number of historic buildings, including a 12th-century church called St. Mary's, which is a prominent landmark in the area.

In terms of amenities, Acton has a local primary school, a village hall, and a pub that serves as a social hub for the community. The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with regular bus services and good road links. Sudbury, the closest town, provides additional amenities such as shops, supermarkets, and secondary schools.

Acton is known for its tight-knit community spirit, with various events and activities organized throughout the year. These include summer fairs, Christmas markets, and community gatherings. The village also has a strong sense of history and heritage, with residents actively preserving its rural character and traditional way of life.

Overall, Acton offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful village lifestyle surrounded by nature.

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Acton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.070665/0.761012 or Grid Reference TL8944. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Narrow footpath, Acton
Narrow footpath, Acton
Moated Site at Dyer's Green Farm
Moated Site at Dyer's Green Farm
Footpath to Acton
Footpath to Acton
Babergh Hall <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1036634?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1036634?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>
Babergh Hall
Bridleway near Cuckoo Tye
Bridleway near Cuckoo Tye
Tree in hedgerow on field boundary, Acton
Tree in hedgerow on field boundary, Acton
Footpath on Field Boundary, Acton
Footpath on Field Boundary, Acton
Footpath in former Sudbury Airfield, Acton Wikipedia article on Sudbury Airfield:- <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RAF_Sudbury" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RAF_Sudbury">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>
Footpath in former Sudbury Airfield, Acton
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Footpath in former Sudbury Airfield, Acton Wikipedia article on Sudbury Airfield:- <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RAF_Sudbury" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RAF_Sudbury">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>
Footpath in former Sudbury Airfield, Acton
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Runway at RAF Sudbury <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RAF_Sudbury" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RAF_Sudbury">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>
Runway at RAF Sudbury
Footpath leading towards Acton
Footpath leading towards Acton
Footpath Near Newman's Green
Footpath Near Newman's Green
Grain Storage Barn at Tye Farm
Grain Storage Barn at Tye Farm
Airfield at Cuckoo Tye
Airfield at Cuckoo Tye
Church of All Saints, Acton <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1036718?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1036718?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>
Church of All Saints, Acton
Footbridge across a ditch near Acton
Footbridge across a ditch near Acton
Bridleway near Slough Farm
Bridleway near Slough Farm
Barn at Slough Farm
Barn at Slough Farm
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Acton is located at Grid Ref: TL8944 (Lat: 52.070665, Lng: 0.761012)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: Babergh

Police Authority: Suffolk

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Nearby Amenities

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Acton
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Is In: Suffolk, England, UK
Place: village
Wikidata: Q261791
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Pub
The Crown
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Addr Postcode: CO10 0AT
Addr Street: High Street
Addr Village: Acton
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Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
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Bus Stop
Crown
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Bus Stop
Crown
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Bus Stop
Queensway
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Bus Stop
Queensway
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Canon Pugh Road
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Naptan Verified: no
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Lat/Long: 52.0681723/0.7588039
Jennings Way
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Naptan Street: Vicarage Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.0668369/0.7620632
Social Facility
Acton Village Hall
Lat/Long: 52.0725076/0.7605393
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