Sternfield

Civil Parish in Suffolk East Suffolk

England

Sternfield

Footpath to the Snape Road Cutting a corner on the Sandlings Way.
Footpath to the Snape Road Credit: Ron Galliers

Sternfield is a civil parish located in the county of Suffolk, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles west of the coastal town of Aldeburgh. This small village covers an area of around 2 square kilometers and has a population of just over 200 residents.

The parish is characterized by its rural setting, surrounded by fields and farmland. It is primarily a residential area, with a scattering of houses and cottages spread across the landscape. The architecture of the village is predominantly traditional, with many buildings dating back several centuries, giving it a charming and picturesque atmosphere.

Sternfield is known for its tranquil and peaceful ambiance, making it an attractive location for those seeking a quiet countryside retreat. The village is well-connected to neighboring towns and villages through a network of roads, allowing for easy access to amenities and services.

There are limited amenities within the village itself, with no shops or schools, but residents can find a range of facilities in nearby towns such as Aldeburgh. The area is also known for its natural beauty, with stunning landscapes and scenic countryside walks available in the surrounding areas.

Overall, Sternfield offers a delightful rural escape, perfect for those seeking a serene and idyllic setting away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its close proximity to the coast and other towns ensures that residents can enjoy a peaceful lifestyle without sacrificing convenience and accessibility.

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Sternfield Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.19722/1.502993 or Grid Reference TM3961. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath to the Snape Road Cutting a corner on the Sandlings Way.
Footpath to the Snape Road
Cutting a corner on the Sandlings Way.
Freshly cultivated land for an asparagas crop Just south of Friston, Suffolk
Freshly cultivated land for an asparagas crop
Just south of Friston, Suffolk
Sternfield Road, Snape At the entrance to Church Farm
Sternfield Road, Snape
At the entrance to Church Farm
Church Farm entrance off Sternfield Road
Church Farm entrance off Sternfield Road
Estate Agent Sale Board off Sternfield Road <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snape,_Suffolk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snape,_Suffolk">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>
Estate Agent Sale Board off Sternfield Road
Sternfield Road, Snape <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://kiwi-services.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://kiwi-services.com/">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>
Sternfield Road, Snape
Kiwi Services sign Off Sternfield Road
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Kiwi Services sign
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Church Farm sign off Sternfield road <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snape,_Suffolk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snape,_Suffolk">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 Farm sign off Sternfield road
St John the Baptist church A bright solid bank of daffodils set off the old church.
St John the Baptist church
A bright solid bank of daffodils set off the old church.
Cut Mark St John's Church Snape Cut Mark St John's Church Snape, NE angle, N face.
Cut Mark St John's Church Snape
Cut Mark St John's Church Snape, NE angle, N face.
Church of St John the Baptist, Snape
Church of St John the Baptist, Snape
Pylon lines at Snape, evening These twin pylon lines, carrying electricity from the Sizewell nuclear power station, stride conspicuously across the east Suffolk landscape.
Pylon lines at Snape, evening
These twin pylon lines, carrying electricity from the Sizewell nuclear power station, stride conspicuously across the east Suffolk landscape.
Pylon lines west of Snape These twin pylon lines, carrying electricity from the Sizewell nuclear power station, stride conspicuously across the east Suffolk landscape.
Pylon lines west of Snape
These twin pylon lines, carrying electricity from the Sizewell nuclear power station, stride conspicuously across the east Suffolk landscape.
St John the Baptist - Snape parish church
St John the Baptist - Snape parish church
The font - Snape parish church The treasure of St John the Baptist Church, despite some mutilation in the past, is undoubtedly the font, which was made around 1500 and was at one time gilded.
The font - Snape parish church
The treasure of St John the Baptist Church, despite some mutilation in the past, is undoubtedly the font, which was made around 1500 and was at one time gilded.
Poppies and borage at the end of Sloe Lane
Poppies and borage at the end of Sloe Lane
Snape War Memorial for WW1 and WW2 The memorial which is located at the southern boundary of the churchyard facing the A1094 road bears 30 names of the men from Snape who were killed fighting in the Great War, one of whom is buried in the churchyard after dying from his wounds.
The names of thirteen men and one woman killed in the Second World War are engraved on the centre of three plinths on which the memorial stands.
Two "in church" memorials give additional information regarding rank and service. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6574523" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6574523">Link</a>
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Snape War Memorial for WW1 and WW2
The memorial which is located at the southern boundary of the churchyard facing the A1094 road bears 30 names of the men from Snape who were killed fighting in the Great War, one of whom is buried in the churchyard after dying from his wounds. The names of thirteen men and one woman killed in the Second World War are engraved on the centre of three plinths on which the memorial stands. Two "in church" memorials give additional information regarding rank and service. Link Link
Snape St. John the Baptist church WW1 War Memorial The memorial which is situated bears the names of 25 men as opposed to 30 on the memorial in the churchyard. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6574510" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6574510">Link</a>
Snape St. John the Baptist church WW1 War Memorial
The memorial which is situated bears the names of 25 men as opposed to 30 on the memorial in the churchyard. Link
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Sternfield is located at Grid Ref: TM3961 (Lat: 52.19722, Lng: 1.502993)

Administrative County: Suffolk

District: East Suffolk

Police Authority: Suffolk

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Sternfield
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