Visit Suffolk–One Of England’s Historic Treasures
Suffolk in East Anglia, England, is a mostly rural county with historic treasures. Important towns in the county include Ipswich, Lowesoft, Bury St. Edmunds and Felixstowe port. Suffolk is mostly wetland habitat and arable land with a few low-lying hills–a county of outstanding natural beauty. West Suffolk is known for archaeological sites from the Stone Age, the Bronze and Iron Ages. Many bronze age items may be viewed in the Moyse’s Hall Museum in Bury St. Edmunds, nearby sites include barrows and traces of cremations. In Sutton Hoo, on the East of the county, was found one of England’s greatest Anglo-Saxon archaeological discoveries. A ship was buried with a hull full of treasures, even a Sword of State, along with jewellery and silver bowls.
Hengrave’s visual spendour is captivating. Originally built in 1525, the Hall is a wonderful example of medieval architecture. Composed of stonework and brick, the structure was influenced more by Roman than Tudor architecture. The church tower, east of the Hall, definitely displays Saxon origins. Every corner of Hengrave tells tales from the 1500s. Queen Elizabeth I felt charmed by Hengrave. In 1896 a restoration of Hengrave took place, renovating the great Banquet Hall, the gallery, chapel, and summer parlour. An annexe at Hengrave was used in World War I as a hospital. The Hall was turned into a boarding school by Assumption nuns, but closed in 1974, when Hengrave Hall became an Ecumenical Retreat and Conference Centre. The Hengrave Suffolk Hotel is considered a structure of architectural and historical importance, a jewel in the heart of Suffolk. It provides a respite after your activities in the archaeological and other entertaining places to visit in Suffolk. Hengrave Hall proudly strives to give the highest level of service from your first contact until you leave (and beyond.) A venue assistant will walk you through arrangements for your special event scheduled at Hargrave. Accommodation specialists take responsibility for daily arrangements at Hengrave. They are responsible for all aspects of the accommodations at Hengrave Hall, from making bookings to overseeing the readying of the 16 magnificent bedrooms. Contact one of our specialists to plan your function. They will be pleased to arrange any details that you desire. You will speak with the same personal specialist whenever you call. With thirty years’ experience, Talbooth Catering fulfills any catering requirements you or your group have. Their 30 years’ experience in managing restaurants, events, and hotels will ensure your gathering is in the safest hands.
Hengrave Hall, in all its glory can belong to you for your wedding, from the moment your arrive along the tree lined drive. Hengrave’s pastoral setting, grand halls, and luxurious chambers create the perfect romantic experience. Your wedding photos may be taken in a serene garden setting or with the summer house as your background. The courtyard provides the perfect place for tossing the wedding bouquet. Then the bride and groom can take a romantic walk around the lake. It will be an unforgettable day of magic for the bride and groom. For other Suffolk Hotels the Tourist Board will behappy to help
