Self-catering
accommodation for antique hunting in East Anglia
Many
of the villages in East Anglia are living antiques themselves with
their perfectly preserved buildings dating back to medieval times,
however, there are several good places in East Anglia for those
who wish to find their own treasures from the past. Some of the
towns that you should definitely add to your 'Must Visit' list are:
Battlesbridge in Essex, Long Melford, Bury St. Edmunds,
Woodbridge and Bungay - a historic market town, in Suffolk.
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additional cottages and self-catering accommodation in East Anglia
under Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk and Cambridgeshire on the left.
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Battlesbridge in Essex, near Wickford, you will find a
superb antique centre which is open all year round. A
converted mill, several barns and buildings now display and
extensive collection of fine furniture, china, and all manner
of antiques. On summer weekends there are popular open
markets. Good village pubs for refreshments. Make
a day of it. |
| Above
cottage in Dedham, Essex / Suffolk border |
High
Street, Lavenham, Suffolk |
Annual
Antique Street Market on 3rd Sunday in July in Bungay, Suffolk
This
is a must for the bargain hunter with over 120 dealers offering a wide
variety of antiques and collectables. This is a fun day out for
everyone with local hostelries offering refreshments on the streets
and even cooking tasty morsels to keep the avid antique hunters going
all day! And if this is not enough, the owners of “The
Willows”, Jules & Cindy Greenway will be pleased to provide more
information on weekly auctions and specialist shops including a
converted Victorian Ice rink, which is full of Eastern Promise!
Antiques, rugs, drapes, artefacts, traditionally made furniture at
low, low prices.
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cottages in East Anglia
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Grove
Cottages
Discover
5 comfortable 300 year old country-style cottages near the
Medieval village of Lavenham in Suffolk. The cottages
sleep just 15 in total so are ideal for a large family group
that would like to maintain its privacy and yet holiday
together.
The
cottages vary in size, sleeping 2-6 people. Each has ancient
oak beams, open log fires, period furniture, ducks, roses and
a touch of luxury.
Pets are welcome and free bikes are provided to explore the
tiny lanes of Constable Country.
Telephone
Mark on 01787 211 115 or email
for bookings and availability. Availability and more
details can also be found on own
website.
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Located
in the historic King's Lynn area of Norfolk is this
modern, one bedroom (sleeps 2), fully equipped bungalow
with secluded garden and garden furniture - ideal for
short breaks whilst antique hunting. It's in a quiet
location with local amenities a short walk away. Bed
linen and towels are provided.
Call Karen now on
01485 541005 or email
to book. Short breaks welcome.
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| Walnut
Tree Farm is a 17th Century farmhouse on the outskirts of
the pretty Norfolk village of Swanton Abbott. Situated
close to the village centre an ideal position to discover the
many delights of the county. The capital of the Norfolk
Broads, Wroxham is 5 miles away and the North Norfolk Heritage
coast and the beaches of Cromer, Sheringham, Mundesley are
only a short drive away.

The holiday Barn comprises a self-contained barn at the end of
a small range of farm buildings. The Barn, converted from an
old dairy, but now providing comfortable accommodation for up
to four people.
- Sleeps
4 in 2 bedrooms,
- Fully
fitted kitchen,
- Private
garden,
- Sitting
room with TV and video,
- Bathroom
(large shower cubicle instead of bath),
- Private
parking for two vehicles,
- Underfloor
Oil central heating,
- Sorry
- No pets,
- No
Smoking,
All
heating, electricity and linen included,
Telephone:
01692 538 888
Fax: 01692 - 538100
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