Brantham

Settlement in Suffolk Babergh

England

Brantham

Brantham is a picturesque village located in the Babergh district of Suffolk, England. Situated on the banks of the River Stour, it is nestled amidst the stunning countryside of East Anglia. With a population of around 1,500 residents, Brantham offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for its inhabitants.

The village is known for its rich history, dating back to the Saxon era. It boasts several historic buildings, including the 16th-century St. Michael's Church, which features a beautiful Norman tower. The village also has a handful of charming timber-framed cottages, adding to its traditional and rustic charm.

Brantham is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with Manningtree just two miles away, and Ipswich approximately 10 miles to the south. This makes it an ideal location for those who seek a tranquil rural lifestyle while still having easy access to amenities and transport links.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the stunning natural beauty of Brantham and its surrounding area. The River Stour offers opportunities for boating, fishing, and leisurely walks along its banks. There are also several nature reserves nearby, including the popular Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which provides breathtaking views and a diverse range of flora and fauna.

Residents of Brantham enjoy a close-knit community spirit, with various clubs and societies catering to different interests. The village has a primary school and a local shop, ensuring that basic amenities are readily available to its inhabitants.

In summary, Brantham is a quaint and historic village in Suffolk, offering a peaceful and picturesque setting, a rich history, and easy access to nearby towns and natural beauty.

Show me another place!

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Brantham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.968935/1.07011 or Grid Reference TM1034. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Brantham church

The Church of St Michael and All Angels is a grade II*(star) listed building. Medieval with extensive 19th century rebuilding and restorations.

Robin Webster

Gargoyle, Brantham church tower

Draining the tower roof at the SW corner.

Robin Webster

Gargoyle, Brantham church tower

Draining the tower roof at the NW corner.

Robin Webster

St. Michael's Pre-school, Brantham

Mapped as an 'Institute'.

Robin Webster

Lower Meadows Farm

N Chadwick

Farmland by the Stour Estuary

N Chadwick

Saltmarshes

The River Stour is in East Anglia. It is 47 miles long and forms most of the county boundary between Suffolk to the north, and Essex to the south. It rises in eastern Cambridgeshire, passes to the east of Haverhill, through Cavendish, Bures, Sudbury, Nayland, Stratford St Mary, Dedham and flows through the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It becomes tidal just before Manningtree in Essex and joins the North Sea at Harwich.

Cattawade Creek

Cattawade Creek

Sewage works

Cattawade Creek

End of Sweet Water, Cattawade

This is Cattawade the point beyond which the River Stour is tidal. The causeway carries the A137 from Manningtree to Brantham. Immediately the other side of the road is Brantham Sluice that marks the beginning of the Stour Estuary. The marshes around Cattawade are an important wildlife habitat that also supports diverse and unusual plant life

Glyn Baker

St. Michael's church, Brantham, Suffolk

This church dates back to the 14th century but a lot rebuilding took place during the 19th century restoration. The picture also shows the lychgate by E. S. Prior.

Robert Edwards