Historic Mid Suffolk
Explore hidden histories, historic photos, and things you never knew about Mid Suffolk from the collections and archives of Historic England.
Discover Mid Suffolk's listed buildings and places
Introducing some of Mid Suffolk's most significant historic sites, curated from the National Heritage List for England.
Eye Castle, the remains of a motte and bailey castle and …
Eye
Eye Castle includes the motte, the eastern part of the inner bailey, the standing remains of stone structures built along the northern edge of the...
Abbot's Hall
Stowmarket
The pleasure grounds of an early C18 house, including ornamental canal, walled garden, lawns and structural planting.
St Edmund's Monument
Hoxne
A commemorative memorial in the form of a cross, erected in the mid-C19 marking the site, according to legend, where Edmund, King of East Anglia,...
Eye War Memorial
Eye
War memorial. Erected, following the First World War, in 1921 by the builders Messrs G Maile and son.
Gislingham War Memorial
Gislingham
First World War memorial, 1920, with later additions for the Second World War.
Wortham War Memorial
Wortham
Wortham War Memorial is listed at Grade II for the following principal reasons: with the Church of St Mary the Virgin (Grade I).
Remains of Eye Priory at Abbey Farm
Eye
From the time of St Augustine's mission to re-establish Christianity in AD 597 to the reign of Henry VIII, monasticism formed an important facet of...
Moated site at the vicarage of St Peter and St Paul's Church
Hoxne
Around 6,000 moated sites are known in England.
Needham Market War Memorial Lych Gate
Needham Market
Needham Market War Memorial Lych Gate, which stands at St John the Baptist's Cemetery, is listed at Grade II for the following principal reasons:...
Stowmarket Council School Memorial Drinking Fountain
Stowmarket
Drinking Fountain and First World War memorial. Read the official list entry to find out more.
Cotton War Memorial
Cotton
First World War memorial, unveiled 1919, with later additions for the Second World War. Read the official list entry to find out more.
Stoke Ash War Memorial
Stoke Ash
Stoke Ash War Memorial is listed at Grade II, for the following principal reasons: for group value with the Grade II Church of All Saints.
Finningham War Memorial
Finningham
Finningham War Memorial, unveiled on 16 November 1919, is listed at Grade II for the following principal reasons: Group value: with the Church of St...
Framsden War Memorial
Framsden
First World War memorial, designed by E E Saunders and unveiled on 31 October 1920, with further names added after the Second World War.
Walsham le Willows War Memorial
Walsham-le-Willows
Walsham le Willows War Memorial is listed at Grade II for the following principal reasons: with the Church of St Mary (Grade I).
Creeting St Peter War Memorial
Creeting St. Peter
First World War memorial, unveiled on 14 November 1920. Read the official list entry to find out more.
Botesdale, Redgrave and Rickinghall War Memorial
Botesdale
First World War memorial, unveiled 8 August 1920, with additions for later conflicts. Read the official list entry to find out more.
Hessett War Memorial
Hessett
Cross war memorial, 1920. Read the official list entry to find out more.
Remains of Hoxne Priory at Abbey Farm
Hoxne
From the time of St Augustine's mission to re-establish Christianity in AD 597 to the reign of Henry VIII, monasticism formed an important facet of...
Drinkstone Smock Mill (including attached engine shed and…
Drinkstone
Drinkstone Mill in Suffolk is a timber-framed smock mill structure which incorporates the base of an earlier horse-driven mill, and which was...
Stephen Jackson Monument, 5 metres east of the Church of …
Nettlestead
A monument to Stephen Jackson (1809 – 1855), commissioned by his wife and built around 1855.
Redlingfield Nunnery and fish ponds
Redlingfield
Redlingfield Nunnery is scheduled for the following principal reasons: Rarity: intact groups of fish ponds of this complexity are rare nationally.
Yaxley War Memorial
Yaxley
Yaxley War Memorial, unveiled in 1921 and dedicated to the fallen of the First World War with later inscriptions added to commemorate those who fell...
Stowmarket War Memorial Gates
Stowmarket
Stowmarket War Memorial Gates, which stand on Finborough Road, are listed at Grade II for the following principal reasons: Group value: with the Grade...
Bacton War Memorial
Bacton
First World War memorial, 1920, with later additions for the Second World War.
Crows Hall
Crows Hall, Debenham, Stowmarket, IP14 6NG
The landsape to Crows Hall, a house with C16 origins, with moats and fishponds that may have C13 origins.
Westhorpe War Memorial
Westhorpe
First World War memorial, 1920, with later additions for the Second World War.
Occold War Memorial
Occold
War memorial. Erected, following the First World War, in 1920 by the stonemasons Messrs Perfitt of Diss.
Debenham War Memorial
Debenham
Debenham War Memorial, erected in 1920 to the design of the architect H Smith, is listed at Grade II for the following principal reasons: with the...
Great Finborough War Memorial Cross
Great Finborough
First World War memorial granite cross, unveiled 1920, with later additions for the Second World War.
Moated site immediately south east of St Mary's Church
Brome and Oakley
Around 6,000 moated sites are known in England.
Historic Mid Suffolk through time
The National Heritage List for England contains hundreds of details about buildings and places, including the periods in which they were built and the uses they've had over the years. Explore how your local area has changed through time.
Roman AD 43 to AD 410
Britain was invaded by four legions of the Roman army in AD 43, who relatively rapidly conquered England from landing points in Kent. Parts of Wales and Scotland soon followed.
Roman culture brought urbanism, monumental buildings, wide-ranging religious beliefs, writing, and strong social hierarchy. The Roman administrative system was withdrawn in AD 410.
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Early medieval AD 410 to AD 1066
This period, often associated in England with Anglo-Saxons and Vikings, saw a reduction in urban living from the Roman period and increased migration from northern Europe.
Traces of this period can be found in cemeteries, particularly in artefacts and in some of the very early churches, as this period also saw the growth of Christianity in Britain.
Medieval AD 1066 to AD 1540
This period, sometimes known as the Middle Ages, began with the Norman invasion in AD 1066. It saw a significant rise in military and defensive buildings such as castles and earthworks, as well as religious houses dominating a largely agricultural landscape.
The monarchy and Church dominated the period, which also saw the break with the Roman Church and the English reformation.
Post medieval AD 1540 to AD 1901
The Post-Medieval period brought seismic changes to life in England, with religious reformation leading to the democratization of worship and the destruction of hundreds of religious houses.
In parallel, there was a huge expansion of scientific study and enlightenment that permanantly altered the nation's social structure and landscape. Industrialization and mass production lead to wider global trade, emigration, and immigration.
20th century AD 1901 to AD 2000
The 20th century saw an incredible expansion of England's transport networks, with suburban growth shadowing rapid infrastructural expansion. The establishment of state schools, hospitals, and modern technical colleges, with new architectural styles, radically changed the appearance of towns and cities.
Two catastrophic world wars and the 1918 pandemic also brought unprecedented change, altering England's built environment and social structures forever.
Roman AD 43 to AD 410
Britain was invaded by four legions of the Roman army in AD 43, who relatively rapidly conquered England from landing points in Kent. Parts of Wales and Scotland soon followed.
Roman culture brought urbanism, monumental buildings, wide-ranging religious beliefs, writing, and strong social hierarchy. The Roman administrative system was withdrawn in AD 410.
We don't have an image for any of these list entries yet
Early medieval AD 410 to AD 1066
This period, often associated in England with Anglo-Saxons and Vikings, saw a reduction in urban living from the Roman period and increased migration from northern Europe.
Traces of this period can be found in cemeteries, particularly in artefacts and in some of the very early churches, as this period also saw the growth of Christianity in Britain.
Medieval AD 1066 to AD 1540
This period, sometimes known as the Middle Ages, began with the Norman invasion in AD 1066. It saw a significant rise in military and defensive buildings such as castles and earthworks, as well as religious houses dominating a largely agricultural landscape.
The monarchy and Church dominated the period, which also saw the break with the Roman Church and the English reformation.
Post medieval AD 1540 to AD 1901
The Post-Medieval period brought seismic changes to life in England, with religious reformation leading to the democratization of worship and the destruction of hundreds of religious houses.
In parallel, there was a huge expansion of scientific study and enlightenment that permanantly altered the nation's social structure and landscape. Industrialization and mass production lead to wider global trade, emigration, and immigration.
20th century AD 1901 to AD 2000
The 20th century saw an incredible expansion of England's transport networks, with suburban growth shadowing rapid infrastructural expansion. The establishment of state schools, hospitals, and modern technical colleges, with new architectural styles, radically changed the appearance of towns and cities.
Two catastrophic world wars and the 1918 pandemic also brought unprecedented change, altering England's built environment and social structures forever.
Aerial photos of Mid Suffolk
Historic aerial photography shows the growth and changes in England's urban and rural landscapes, revealing secrets that are impossible to see from the ground.
Norton
Crawley Hall Farmhouse, Norton, 1950
Norton
Crawley Hall Farmhouse, Norton, 1950
Cranley
Cranley Manor, Cranley, 1948
Eye
Cranley Manor, Eye, 1953
Bramford
Edward Packard and Co Chemical Works, Bramford, 1921
Bramford
Fison Packard & Prentice Works, Bramford, 1932
Stowmarket
Silk works under construction, Stowmarket, 1928
Stowmarket
Cedars Malt Products Factory (Munton & Fison Ltd), Stowmarket, 1948
Tannington
Braiseworth Hall, Tannington, 1950
Tannington
Braiseworth Hall, Tannington, 1950
Historic England Archive images of Mid Suffolk
The Historic England Archive holds and cares for over 15 million images, from the 1850s to the present day. Discover stunning images of Mid Suffolk's past.
Charles George Harper Collection
Mid Suffolk, Suffolk
Date created: 1892 - 1933
A night time scene showing the front elevation of Mockbeggars Hall, illuminated in the moonlight
John Gay Collection: Counties
Mid Suffolk, Suffolk
Date created: 1964
A double stove and a church font, probably at St Mary's Church, Coddenham
John Laing Collection
Suffolk
Date created: 25 Sep 1970
A Bentley car parked near the site of the Stowmarket pipeline contract, possibly in the works depot at Rattlesden Airport
Nigel Temple Collection of Postcards of Parks and Gardens
Mid Suffolk, Suffolk
Date created: 1900 - 1930
EXTERIOR FACADE OF REDGRAVE HALL IN SUFFOLK
Charles George Harper Collection
Mid Suffolk, Suffolk
Date created: 1892 - 1933
The tomb of Reverend Anthony Wingfield in the churchyard of St Mary's Church
John Gay Collection: Counties
Mid Suffolk, Suffolk
Date created: 1964
View through a vestry or organ chamber doorway to a church window, probably at St Mary's Church, Coddenham
John Laing Collection
Suffolk
Date created: 25 Sep 1970
A view of pipe laying equipment at work during the installation of Stowmarket pipeline
Nigel Temple Collection of Postcards of Parks and Gardens
Mid Suffolk, Suffolk
Date created: 1900 - 1930
EXTERIOR ENTRANCE FRONT
John Gay Collection: Counties
Mid Suffolk, Suffolk
Date created: 1964
View through a vestry or organ chamber doorway to a church window, probably at St Mary's Church, Coddenham
Stories about heritage in Mid Suffolk
Historic England publishes news, blogs, videos and podcasts celebrating England's heritage. Discover the stories we have about Mid Suffolk.
5 Chilling Tales From Churches in England
Mentions Church of St Mary
Uncover spooky stories of dark magic and local legends at five of England’s most atmospheric churches.
Historic Parks and Gardens Protected Thanks to the Suffolk's Unforgettable Garden Story Project
Mentions Abbot's Hall, Crows Hall, Crows Hall (Including Bridge Over Moat and Walling Lining Inner Side of Moat to West and South)
An exciting project to celebrate and protect historic Suffolk parks, gardens and landscapes is celebrating its successful completion.
11 Remarkable Historic Pubs Given Protection
Mentions The King's Head (also known as The Low House)
A project to save rare historic pub interiors sees 11 remarkable pubs being newly listed, having their listing upgraded or list entry updated.
War Memorials Listed Ahead of Armistice Day
Mentions Wortham War Memorial
First World War memorials in England have been listed ahead of Armistice Day. Many of them also commemorate those lost during the Second World War.
Government Pilot Scheme Helps Protect 396 Listed Places of Worship
Mentions Church of St Mary
A £1.8 million scheme funded by the DCMS and run by Historic England, has helped 396 listed places of worship during its two-year period.
Explore your social history through photos
Over 10,000 images from the Historic England Archive have been specially selected and re-captioned for teachers, students, and anyone who wants to learn more about heritage in their local area.
The Guildhall, Gracechurch Street, Debenham, Suffolk
Period: Stuart (1603 - 1713)
This former market hall was built in the 17th century on the site of a market cross.
The Guildhall, Gracechurch Street, Debenham, Suffolk
Stow Lodge Hospital, Union Road, Onehouse, Suffolk
Period: Georgian (1714 - 1836)
This was built in 1781 as a Union Workhouse (a workhouse under control of several parishes) under the Gilbert Act (1782).
Stow Lodge Hospital, Union Road, Onehouse, Suffolk
Schools Gateway, Long Green, Wortham, Suffolk
Period: Victorian (1837 - 1901)
This building was constructed in 1870 and was previously a Victorian Reading room.
Schools Gateway, Long Green, Wortham, Suffolk
Old Guildhall, The Street, Laxfield, Suffolk
Period: Tudor (1485 - 1602)
This is a pretty timber-framed Tudor building. Constructed in 1520, this building has had to be restored more than once. The last time was in 1965.
Old Guildhall, The Street, Laxfield, Suffolk
Needham Market High Street, Needham Market, Suffolk
Period: Stuart (1603 - 1713)
This building was constructed in the mid 17th century as a free school under the terms of the Will of Sir Francis Theobald.
Needham Market High Street, Needham Market, Suffolk
Kerrison Memorial, Broad Street, Eye, Suffolk
Period: Victorian (1837 - 1901)
This is a monument to Lieutenant-general Sir Edward Kerrison.
Kerrison Memorial, Broad Street, Eye, Suffolk
Horse Engine House, Old Newton with Dagworth, Suffolk
Period: Victorian (1837 - 1901)
This mid-19th century structure is a rare example in Suffolk of a horse-gin house. It was constructed by the tenant farmer Thomas Woodward.
Horse Engine House, Old Newton with Dagworth, Suffolk
High Street, Coddenham, Suffolk
Period: 1960s (1960 - 1969)
Timber framed buildings in High Street, Coddenham, with the post office in the foreground, after rain
High Street, Coddenham, Suffolk
Visit grant-aided places near you
These places and buildings have been helped by Historic England's financial grants. Find local heritage in your neighbourhood that you never knew existed! Please note that opening times may vary.
Drinkstone Post Mill, Drinkstone
16th to early 17th century post mill, likely to be the oldest surviving in England.
Eye Town Hall, 1 Broad Street
This Grade II* building is a building of irregular plan making imaginative use of its island site in the town centre.
