Welcome to Chillesford

Chillesford is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, England. The village is situated on the eastern coast of England and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque landscapes, historic buildings, and friendly community. Chillesford is a popular destination for tourists who are looking for a peaceful and relaxing holiday.

One of the main attractions of Chillesford is the beautiful countryside that surrounds the village. The area is home to many nature reserves, including the Suffolk Coast National Nature Reserve, which is a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. The village is also located near the River Alde, which is a popular spot for fishing and boating. The river is home to a variety of fish, including salmon, trout, and eels.

Chillesford is also known for its historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Andrew's Church. The church is a Grade I listed building and is considered to be one of the finest examples of Norman architecture in the country. The village is also home to several historic houses and cottages, many of which date back to the 17th and 18th centuries. These buildings are a testament to the village's rich history and provide visitors with a glimpse into the past.

Local Weather

Cloudy

Temp: 0.3°C

Feels Like: -5°C

Wind: 13.2 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School	Details
Orford Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Gemma Cannon	Orford Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 2LU 01394450281 School Website
Rendlesham Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Debbie Thomas	Sycamore Drive Rendlesham Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 2GF 1394462190 School Website
Snape Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Gallagher	Church Road Snape Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 1QG 1728688373 School Website
Eyke Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Lucie Fairweather	The Street Eyke Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 2QW 1394460328
Sandlings Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Patricia Toal	Easton Road Sutton Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 3TD 01394420444 School Website
Hollesley Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Wood	School Lane Hollesley Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 3RE 01394411616 School Website
Aldeburgh Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr James Ratcliffe	Park Road Aldeburgh Suffolk IP15 5EU 1728452150 School Website
Wickham Market Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Murray	Dallinghoo Road Wickham Market Woodbridge Suffolk IP13 0RP 01728746405 School Website
Benhall St Marys Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Paul Parslow-Williams	School Lane Benhall Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 1HE 01728602407 School Website
Coldfair Green Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Clare Williams	Judith Avenue Knodishall Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 1UY 1728830649 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Wickham Market Station Road, Campsea Ashe, Suffolk, IP13 0PT 4.31 Miles

Melton Station Road, Melton, Suffolk, IP12 1LT 6.27 Miles

Saxmundham Station Approach, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1BW 6.79 Miles

Woodbridge Station Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4AU 7.32 Miles

Darsham Main Road (A12), Near Darsham, Suffolk, IP17 3PN 10.97 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Rendlesham Taxi 07980 386782 Bentwaters Parks, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 2TW 2.51 Miles
Base Cars 01394 420716 21 Sparrows Croft Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 2TG 2.99 Miles
Aldeburgh Shuttle/New Penny Cars 01728 452142 4 Saxmundham Road, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, IP15 5JD 5.30 Miles
Aldeburgh Cars 01728 453063 3 Mariners Way, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, IP15 5QH 5.43 Miles
Millers Taxi 01728 745070 Parkway, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 0SS 5.85 Miles
Oscars 01728 830614 11 The Fitches, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1UX 5.99 Miles
Airport Cars Of Woodbridge 01394 386428 18A Saint Andrew's Close, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 1QA 6.39 Miles
Hart Cars 01728 602009 High Street, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1DD 6.70 Miles
Al Cars 01728 830044 2 South Cl, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4BD 7.26 Miles
A And N Cars 01728 635042 11 Cross Street, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4DF 7.26 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ip12 Long Row Chillesford Woodbridge Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Orford Road Butley Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip12 Snape Road Sudbourne Woodbridge Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip12 White Lodge Sudbourne Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip12 Tunstall Common Tunstall Woodbridge Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip12 High Corner Butley Woodbridge Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodbridge Road Tunstall Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip12 Bentwaters Park Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pump Street Orford Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ip12 Capel St Andrew Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tunstall Road Iken Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip12 Acer Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip12 Rendlesham Costcutters Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ip12 Cotton Acre Boyton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip12 Youth Hostel Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Chapman House, Orford 01394 450315	Chapman House Rectory Road Orford Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 2NR
Rendlesham Surgery 01394 420555	Rendlesham Surgery 6 Acer Road Rendlesham Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 2GA
Woodbridge Medical Centre	Woodbridge Medical Centre Friston Road Sutton Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 3TW
Hollesley Village Hall	Hollesley Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 3QR
Aldeburgh Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Victoria Road Aldeburgh IP15 5BR

Local Stores

Saxmundham Road
8 Saxmundham Road
Adleburgh
Suffolk
IP15 5JD
01728 452379
Store Website
5.37 miles

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SPAR - Woodbridge
Melton Road
Woodbridge
IP12 1NH
01394 380664
Store Website
6.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Ryder-Davies &Amp; Partner
Walnut Tree Avenue Rendlesham Suffolk IP12 2GG 01394 420964 info@ryder-daviesvets.co.uk Website 3.08 miles
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Aldeburgh Vets
Hall Farm Lane Saxmundmam Road Aldeburgh Suffolk IP15 5GY contact@aldeburghvets.co.uk Website 5.30 miles

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Saxon Vets
22 High Street Wickham Market Woodbridge Suffolk IP13 0HE 01728 747427 contact@saxonvets.com Website 5.67 miles
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The Woodbridge Vets
19 Riduna Park Station Road Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 1QT 01394 802803 info@thewoodbridgevets.com Website 6.30 miles
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Melton Veterinary Practice
Spur End Wilford Bridge Spur Melton Woodbridge Suffolk IP12 1RH 01394 385425 reception@meltonvets.com Website 6.52 miles
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Fromus Veterinary Group
Fromus House Street Farm Road Saxmundham Suffolk IP17 1DU 01728 602 599 Lab.fromus@cvsvets.com Website 6.89 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Rendlesham Forest
Easy Walk Across Forest Floor, Grass And Dirt Paths. Dogs Can Go Lead-Free And Plenty Of Sights And Smells. Ponds For A Quick Dip Too :) £3.30 For All Day Parking, Toilets Located In Carpark. Food Available Seasonally. 103 The Folly Tangham Woodbridge IP12 3NF 3.13 miles Located Just Outside Of Rendlesham. Pinpoint Is To The Carpark

Location what3words shook.keen.deal

Sutton Hoo River Deben
This 17Km (11 Mile) Walk Starts And Finishes At The Sutton Hoo National Trust Car Park. An Alternative Start Point, Avoiding The National Trust Entry, Is Shown On The Map Above. Although This Still Takes You Through The National Trust Site, It Uses Rights Of Way Which Are Free. Woodbridge 6.24 miles Park In The National Trust Car Park At Sutton Hoo Or Start From The Footpath Opposite The Golf Club.

Location what3words wept.perfumed.flotation

Sutton Hoo
This Is The Sutton Hoo Long Walk Trail. The Walk Covers A Hugely Mixed Landscape, From Grassland To Woodland. The Area Is Part Of The Suffolk Coast And Heaths Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty. IP12 3DJ 6.37 miles On B1083, Melton To Bawdsey. Follow Signs From A12 North Of Woodbridge.

Minsmere Sizewell
This Circular Walk Takes You Along The Shingle Coast, Past The Rspb Minsmere Nature Reserve To The Sizewell Nuclear Power Stations. Here You Can See The Cormorants Resting On The Old Outflows And Hoards Of Gulls Feeding Off The Warm Water Outflow From Sizewell B. The Route Then Cuts Inland Through Woods And Heathland, Through The Village Of Eastbridge With Its Pub. Then Up Through The Western Edge Of Rspb Minsmere And Dunwich Heath. Coastguard Cottages Minsmere Rd Dunwich Saxmundham IP17 3DJ 11.15 miles As This Is A Circular Route, You Could Start From The Sizewell Beach Car Park (Chargeable In Summer, Free In Winter), Where There Is A Summer Cafe Or From The National Trust Car Park At Coastguard Cottages (Chargeable All Year Unless You Are A National Trust Member), Where There Is A Cafe.

Location what3words reinforce.remarked.gambles

Coastguards Cottages Dunwich Heath
Lovely Heathland, Woods And Beach Owned By The National Trust, And Just By Minsmere Rspb Bird Reserve. A Range Of Walks In Varied Landscapes: Heaven For Dogs! From March To September, Some Areas Are Lead Only But There Are Always Places You Can Let Dogs Off Lead Eg The Wonderful Beach. You Can Link Into Other Footpaths, Including A Lovely 6 Mile Circular Walk Via Minsmere Sluice, Eastbridge And Sizewell Belts. Coastguard Cottages Minsmere Rd Dunwich Saxmundham IP17 3DJ 11.19 miles Near Westleton, Suffolk

Location what3words seducing.helped.kitchen

Westleton Heath
Ah Ha! This Is A Lovely Suffolk Walk. Accessible From A Number Of Places, It Includes Heath And Forest. In August The Heather Blazes: Lovely Purple Colour And A Sweet Smell Of Honey. Dogs May Or May Not Be Interested In This, But Love This Walk, Which Has Paths Galore Through Woods And Over Streams, Along Board Walks, Across Fields And Through Moorland. In The Summer, Part Is Lead Only, But There Remain Loads Of Areas Still Open To Off Lead Walking. Dunwich Rd Lancashire 11.70 miles Westleton/Dunwich

Location what3words powder.difficult.sheds

Weather Forecast

Wednesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	4.8°C	4.3°C	3.1°C	2.2°C	1.6°C	6.3°C	12.9°C	17.2°C	18.1°C	12.8°C	10.8°C	9.1°C
Feels Like	2.4°C	1.8°C	0.4°C	-0.7°C	-1.3°C	4.2°C	12.1°C	17°C	18°C	13.9°C	9°C	6.7°C

Thursday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Overcast	Light rain	Overcast	Overcast	Light rain shower	Overcast	Light rain shower	Light rain
Temp	8.2°C	8.1°C	8.2°C	8.7°C	8.4°C	9.1°C	11.7°C	12.9°C	14.3°C	15°C	15.3°C	15.6°C
Feels Like	5.6°C	5.6°C	6°C	6.4°C	6°C	6.9°C	9.8°C	10.8°C	12.3°C	14.5°C	15.2°C	15.6°C

Friday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Light rain	Moderate or heavy rain shower	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Cloudy	Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	14.7°C	10.8°C	7.6°C	6.3°C	5.7°C	5.8°C	6.5°C	7°C	6.9°C	6.3°C	5.4°C	10°C
Feels Like	13.8°C	8.3°C	4.4°C	3.2°C	3°C	3.5°C	4.6°C	5.2°C	4.9°C	4.1°C	3°C	8.3°C

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