Capel St. Mary

Civil Parish in Suffolk Babergh

England

Capel St. Mary

Esso Service Station on A12 north near Capel St Mary
Esso Service Station on A12 north near Capel St Mary Credit: Roy Hughes

Capel St. Mary is a civil parish located in the county of Suffolk, England. Situated approximately 6 miles south of Ipswich, it is a picturesque village with a population of around 3,000 residents.

The village is known for its charming rural setting, with rolling green fields, hedgerows, and quaint cottages dotting the landscape. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering residents and visitors plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding.

Capel St. Mary has a rich history that can be traced back to medieval times. The village is home to a 14th-century church, St. Mary's Church, which is a prominent landmark in the area. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate architecture.

In terms of amenities, Capel St. Mary has a range of facilities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a primary school, a village hall, a post office, and a number of local shops and businesses. There are also several pubs and restaurants where residents and visitors can enjoy a drink or a meal.

The village has a strong sense of community, with various events and activities taking place throughout the year. These include the annual Capel St. Mary Carnival, which features a parade, live music, and entertainment for all ages.

Overall, Capel St. Mary is a charming and vibrant village that offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for its residents. With its rich history, beautiful countryside, and strong community spirit, it is a popular place to live and visit in Suffolk.

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Capel St. Mary Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.999307/1.043484 or Grid Reference TM0937. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Esso Service Station on A12 north near Capel St Mary
Esso Service Station on A12 north near Capel St Mary
Jet garage on A12 north at Capel St Mary
Jet garage on A12 north at Capel St Mary
The A12, Capel St Mary I've been here before. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5377066" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5377066">Link</a>
The A12, Capel St Mary
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The A12, Capel St Mary
The A12, Capel St Mary
View east off Cutlers Lane
View east off Cutlers Lane
View south off Cutlers Lane
View south off Cutlers Lane
Little Chef at Capel St Mary, Suffolk This is by a major junction on the A.12
Little Chef at Capel St Mary, Suffolk
This is by a major junction on the A.12
Bentley Road, Bentley, Suffolk This is the view driving away from Bentley towards Capel St Mary.
Bentley Road, Bentley, Suffolk
This is the view driving away from Bentley towards Capel St Mary.
St. Mary's church, Capel St. Mary, Suffolk This is a mainly 15th century church.  At one time it had a spire. Inside, there is a fine hammerbeam roof.
St. Mary's church, Capel St. Mary, Suffolk
This is a mainly 15th century church. At one time it had a spire. Inside, there is a fine hammerbeam roof.
'The White Horse' inn, Capel St. Mary, Suffolk The main road in this picture, was once the A.12 and this inn must have been a very popular place back then. Parts of the inn date back to the early 18th century, perhaps even earlier.
'The White Horse' inn, Capel St. Mary, Suffolk
The main road in this picture, was once the A.12 and this inn must have been a very popular place back then. Parts of the inn date back to the early 18th century, perhaps even earlier.
All Saints church, Little Wenham, Suffolk This church, seen across a field, dates from 1300 and stands close to the 13th century Little Wenham Hall, which is private. The brick built upper stage of the tower is Tudor.
All Saints church, Little Wenham, Suffolk
This church, seen across a field, dates from 1300 and stands close to the 13th century Little Wenham Hall, which is private. The brick built upper stage of the tower is Tudor.
Cutlers Lane This single track country road lies just north of East Bergholt village.
Cutlers Lane
This single track country road lies just north of East Bergholt village.
By Pass Nurseries, Capel St Mary, Suffolk
By Pass Nurseries, Capel St Mary, Suffolk
Wenham Place, Great Wenham, Suffolk
Wenham Place, Great Wenham, Suffolk
Public footpath at Great Wenham
Public footpath at Great Wenham
Allotments along Pound Lane
Allotments along Pound Lane
Capel St. Mary, Suffolk This is the view at the end of Pound Lane by St. Mary's church.
Capel St. Mary, Suffolk
This is the view at the end of Pound Lane by St. Mary's church.
Clay Hall (behind a ripe crop of oil seed rape) The footpath passes close to Clay Hall and through the farmyard which has a pond with ducks
Clay Hall (behind a ripe crop of oil seed rape)
The footpath passes close to Clay Hall and through the farmyard which has a pond with ducks
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Capel St. Mary is located at Grid Ref: TM0937 (Lat: 51.999307, Lng: 1.043484)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: Babergh

Police Authority: Suffolk

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.999307,1.043484
Motorway Junction
Ref: 32A
Lat/Long: 51.9977421/1.0482202
Bus Stop
Leaping Wells
Local Ref: opp
Naptan AtcoCode: 390010672
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Leaping Wells
Naptan Landmark: Leaping Wells
Naptan NaptanCode: sufjdjmp
Naptan Street: A12
Public Transport: platform
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Lat/Long: 51.9967671/1.0453605
Crossing
Crossing: zebra
Crossing Island: no
Kerb: flush
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 52.0031497/1.0442116
Fuel
Esso Fuel
Alt Name: Esso
Lat/Long: 51.9965245/1.0419953
Barrier: height_restrictor
Maxheight: 2.2
Lat/Long: 51.9985958/1.0504217
Fixme: Bridleway continues N
Lat/Long: 51.9963626/1.0453856
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