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Brandeston

Civil Parish in Suffolk East Suffolk

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Brandeston

Cretingham St Peter's church, the chancel From the outside this charming little church at first glance looks cottage-like. The tower is 14th c. with battlements added by the Tudors, but the church is earlier. Here, in the chancel the battering of the walls is very apparent.
Cretingham St Peter's church, the chancel Credit: Adrian S Pye

Brandeston is a civil parish located in the county of Suffolk, England. It is situated approximately 12 miles north-east of Ipswich and 7 miles south-west of Framlingham. The parish covers an area of around 6.8 square miles and has a population of approximately 350 residents.

The village of Brandeston is known for its picturesque countryside and charming rural setting. It is surrounded by scenic farmlands, rolling hills, and lush green meadows. The village itself is small but has a close-knit community that takes pride in its traditional English village atmosphere.

Historically, Brandeston dates back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it was recorded as "Brandestuna." The village has retained much of its historic character, with several listed buildings and historic landmarks. St. Mary's Church, a Grade I listed building, stands at the heart of the village and is a prominent feature of the local landscape.

Despite its small size, Brandeston offers a range of amenities and facilities for its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub. The village also benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities, with access to a wider range of services and amenities.

Brandeston is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with numerous walking and cycling routes in the surrounding area. The village is also well-connected by road, with the A1120 passing nearby, providing easy access to the wider Suffolk region.

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Brandeston Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.200673/1.28593 or Grid Reference TM2460. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cretingham St Peter's church, the chancel From the outside this charming little church at first glance looks cottage-like. The tower is 14th c. with battlements added by the Tudors, but the church is earlier. Here, in the chancel the battering of the walls is very apparent.
Cretingham St Peter's church, the chancel
From the outside this charming little church at first glance looks cottage-like. The tower is 14th c. with battlements added by the Tudors, but the church is earlier. Here, in the chancel the battering of the walls is very apparent.
The Chequers Inn, Kettleburgh
The Chequers Inn, Kettleburgh
Sign for the Chequers Inn, Kettleburgh
Sign for the Chequers Inn, Kettleburgh
Road junction, Kettleburgh
Road junction, Kettleburgh
The Street, Kettleburgh
The Street, Kettleburgh
Elizabeth II postbox on The Street, Kettleburgh Postbox No. IP13 6280. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7498862">TM2660 : House on The Street, Kettleburgh</a> for context.
Elizabeth II postbox on The Street, Kettleburgh
Postbox No. IP13 6280. See TM2660 : House on The Street, Kettleburgh for context.
House on The Street, Kettleburgh Showing position of Postbox No. IP13 6280. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7498859">TM2660 : Elizabeth II postbox on The Street, Kettleburgh</a> for postbox.
House on The Street, Kettleburgh
Showing position of Postbox No. IP13 6280. See TM2660 : Elizabeth II postbox on The Street, Kettleburgh for postbox.
Ripening conkers ... ...despite the tree being infected with guignardia aesculi
Ripening conkers ...
...despite the tree being infected with guignardia aesculi
View across the fields from Tabie's Wood
View across the fields from Tabie's Wood
Barns at Chestnut Tree Farm
Barns at Chestnut Tree Farm
Park Cottages across the fields
Park Cottages across the fields
Cut Mark Hoo St Andrew and St Eustachius Church Cut Mark Hoo Church S face SW angle.
Cut Mark Hoo St Andrew and St Eustachius Church
Cut Mark Hoo Church S face SW angle.
Hoo WW1 Roll of Honour and War Memorial The Roll of Honour bears the names of 26 men from Hoo who fought in the Great War. There is nothing to denote who were killed and did not return. Those to whom the memorial, if there was one, would be dedicated are named below. Albert Arthur HARVEY, Suffolk Regt, Alfred William KEEBLE, Charles Amos MOYES, Frederick James MOYES and Daniel Robert REVELL (not named).
Hoo WW1 Roll of Honour and War Memorial
The Roll of Honour bears the names of 26 men from Hoo who fought in the Great War. There is nothing to denote who were killed and did not return. Those to whom the memorial, if there was one, would be dedicated are named below. Albert Arthur HARVEY, Suffolk Regt, Alfred William KEEBLE, Charles Amos MOYES, Frederick James MOYES and Daniel Robert REVELL (not named).
Oilseed rape and poplar trees in the valley of the Deben
Oilseed rape and poplar trees in the valley of the Deben
Looking down to Park Cottages The poplar trees along the horizon mark the line of the River Deben.
Looking down to Park Cottages
The poplar trees along the horizon mark the line of the River Deben.
View south near Chestnut Tree Farm On the other side of the valley is Monewdon church.
View south near Chestnut Tree Farm
On the other side of the valley is Monewdon church.
Path between oilseed rape and woodland in the valley of the Deben
Path between oilseed rape and woodland in the valley of the Deben
River Deben at Kettleburgh Upstream near the former Kettleburgh watermill just before the weir
River Deben at Kettleburgh
Upstream near the former Kettleburgh watermill just before the weir
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Brandeston is located at Grid Ref: TM2460 (Lat: 52.200673, Lng: 1.28593)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: East Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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Brandeston
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