Welcome to Helmingham

Helmingham is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, England. It is known for its beautiful gardens and historic Helmingham Hall, which dates back to the 16th century. The hall is surrounded by a moat and is home to a collection of paintings, furniture, and other artifacts from the past. The gardens are also a popular attraction, with a variety of plants and flowers on display throughout the year.

In addition to the hall and gardens, Helmingham is also home to a number of other historic buildings and landmarks. These include the Church of St. Mary, which dates back to the 14th century, and the Old Rectory, which was built in the 17th century. The village also has a number of shops, pubs, and restaurants, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

Overall, Helmingham is a charming village with a rich history and plenty of attractions to explore. Whether you are interested in history, nature, or simply enjoying a relaxing day out, there is something for everyone in this picturesque corner of Suffolk. So why not plan a visit and discover all that Helmingham has to offer for yourself?

Local Schools

School	Details
Helmingham Primary School And Nursery Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Stephanie Hawes	School Road Helmingham Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6EX 1473890267 School Website
Otley Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michaela Harris	Chapel Road Otley Ipswich Suffolk IP6 9NT 01473890302 School Website
Witnesham Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michaela Harris	High Road Witnesham Ipswich Suffolk IP6 9EX 01473785252 School Website
Debenham High School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Miss Simon Martin	Gracechurch Street Debenham Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6BL 01728860213 School Website
Stonham Aspal Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ben Hemmings	The Street Stonham Aspal Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6AF 01449711346 School Website
Sir Robert Hitcham Church Of England Voluntary Aided School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Dumolo	School Corner Debenham Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6PL 01728860201 School Website
Charsfield Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Mark Taylor	Church Road Charsfield Woodbridge Suffolk IP13 7QB 1473737347 School Website
Henley Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Stephanie Hawes	Ashbocking Road Henley Ipswich Suffolk IP6 0QX 1473831556 School Website
Earl Soham Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Jen Carlyle	Earl Soham The Street Woodbridge Suffolk IP13 7SA 01728685359 School Website
Grundisburgh Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Adam Wilson	Alice Driver Road Grundisburgh Woodbridge Suffolk IP13 6XH 01473735281 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Needham Market Station Yard, Needham Market, Suffolk, IP6 8AS 6.49 Miles

Westerfield Westerfield Road, Westerfield, Suffolk, IP6 9AE 6.58 Miles

Melton Station Road, Melton, Suffolk, IP12 1LT 7.46 Miles

Woodbridge Station Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4AU 7.53 Miles

Wickham Market Station Road, Campsea Ashe, Suffolk, IP13 0PT 8.52 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Classical Touch Executive Chauffeur Services 07885 255395 Stanaway Farm, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 9NA 2.51 Miles
Country Cars 01728 638558 Corner Cottage, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 7JX 4.72 Miles
Jet Cabs 01473 214837 The Poppies/Westerfield Rd, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 9AG 6.35 Miles
Needham Taxis 01449 722408 Abacus House/Station Yard, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 8AS 6.54 Miles
A A A Airport Taxis 01394 387756 16 Tennyson Cl, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4LB 6.56 Miles
Chassis Cab (Ipswich) Ltd 01473 833003 Unit 1/Addison Way, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 0RL 6.59 Miles
Warnes Cars 01728 724160 2 Riverside, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 9AG 6.72 Miles
Framlingham Taxis 01728 724799 12 Fore Street, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 9DY 6.74 Miles
Mid Suffolk Taxis Ltd 01449 721111 14 Park Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 8BH 6.77 Miles
Millers Taxi 01728 745070 Parkway, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 0SS 6.87 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ip14 Ipswich Road Helmingham Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip14 New Road Corner Pettaugh Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip6 Mar-Fre Cottage Helmingham Road Otley Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip14 Tollgate Corner Helmingham Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip14 The Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip6 Rose Cottage Ipswich Road Otley Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip6 Newlands Otley Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip14 Town House Corner Pettaugh Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip6 Otley Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Church Road Pettaugh Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip6 The Garage Main Road Ashbocking Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip14 Gosbeck Road Helmingham Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip6 Tollgate Corner Crowfield Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip6 Forge Cottage High Road Swilland Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip6 Manor View The Street Crowfield Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The Surgery Otley 01473 890341	Chapel Road Otley Ipswich Suffolk IP6 9NT
Debenham - Covid Local Vaccination Service	20 Low Road Debenham Stowmarket IP14 6QU
Debenham Group Practice 01728 860248	20 Low Road Debenham Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6QU
Debenham Leisure Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Gracechurch Street Debenham Stowmarket IP14 6BL
Debenham Leisure Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Gracechurch Street Debenham Stowmarket IP14 6BL

Local Stores

Debenham
1 Chancery Lane
Debenham
Stowmarket
Suffolk
IP14 6RN
01728 861997
Store Website
3.73 miles

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Sun	10:00	16:00

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

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Sun	08:00	18:00

Local Vetinary Surgeries

Nightingale Vets
Ashleigh Farm Helmington Road Ashbocking Suffolk IP6 9JS 01473 598398 hello@nightingalevets.co.uk Website 1.61 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Sat	08:00	12:30
Sun	closed	closed

Deben Valley Equine Limited
Birds Lane Framsden Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6HR 01728 685123 admin@debenvalleyvet.co.uk Website 1.70 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Plus out of hours emergency service
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24 hour emergency service
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Plus out of hours emergency service

Debenham Veterinary Practice
1 Cherry Tree Lane Debenham Suffolk IP14 6QT 01728 861289 debenhamvets@gmail.com Website 3.44 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Sat	08:30	13:00
Sun	closed	closed

Stowe Veterinary Group
The Mustard Pot Veterinary Surgery Coddenham Road Needham Market Ipswich Suffolk IP6 8NU 01449 722198 mail@stowevets.co.uk Website 6.23 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Consultations available until 5.30pm at Stowe Veterinary Group
Sun	closed	closed

Castle Veterinary Group
Pepperwash Lane Off Saxtead Road Framlingham Suffolk IP13 9PT 01728 723480 castlevets@cvsvets.com Website 6.53 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Sat	08:00	14:00
Sun	closed	closed

Christchurch Veterinary Referrals
Tuddenham Road Business Centre Tuddenham Road Ipswich Suffolk IP4 3QN 01473 230 999 mail@christchurchvets.co.uk 6.60 miles
Amenities Referrals only

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Local Dog Walks

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 8.02 miles Park In The National Trust Car Park At Sutton Hoo Or Start From The Footpath Opposite The Golf Club.

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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 8.02 miles On B1083, Melton To Bawdsey. Follow Signs From A12 North Of Woodbridge.

Pipers Vale
A Beautiful Walk With Lots Of Woodland As Well As Going Along The Shoreline Of The River Orwell 59 Morland Rd Ipswich Lancashire IP3 0LQ 9.86 miles

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Bourne Park
Choose To Walk Through The Woods, Or A Stroll Around The Pond (Be Aware Very Muddy And Quite Overgrown) Dogs Are Not Allowed In Both Of The Play Areas Flat Walks Across The Main Stretch Of The Park Is Av 32 Neath Dr Ipswich Lancashire IP2 9TA 9.88 miles Down The Road Next To The Garden Centre

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Orwell Country Park
A Beautiful Walk, Lots Of Wooded Areas As Well As Stunning Views Along The River, My Girl Loves It. Orwell Country Park Lancashire 10.65 miles

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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 11.60 miles Located Just Outside Of Rendlesham. Pinpoint Is To The Carpark

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