Welcome to Leavenheath

Leavenheath is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, England. It is situated near the border of Essex and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 500 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. Leavenheath is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the natural beauty of the English countryside.

One of the main attractions of Leavenheath is its stunning scenery. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and picturesque woodlands. There are many walking and cycling trails in the area, which allow visitors to explore the countryside and take in the stunning views. The village is also home to several nature reserves, including the Leavenheath Nature Reserve, which is a haven for wildlife and a popular spot for birdwatching.

Leavenheath is also known for its rich history and heritage. The village has a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the St. Matthew's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The village also has a strong agricultural heritage, with many farms and fields still in operation today. Overall, Leavenheath is a charming and peaceful village that offers visitors a chance to escape the stresses of modern life and enjoy the natural beauty and rich history of the English countryside.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: 5.9°C

Feels Like: 4.8°C

Wind: 3.6 MPH

Wind Dir: S

Local Schools

School Details
The Ryes College
Other Independent Special School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Daniel Lawrence
Pump Farm
Bures Road
Assington
Sudbury
Suffolk
CO10 5NA
1787228344
School Website
Nayland Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Raegan N Delaney
Bear Street
Nayland
Suffolk
CO6 4HZ
01206262348
School Website
Oneschool Global Uk Colchester Campus
Other Independent School
Ages:7-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Samantha Tyrrell
Sudbury Road
Stoke By Nayland
Colchester
Essex
CO6 4RW
1206264230
School Website
Stoke-By-Nayland Church Of England Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Kelly Mcgrath
School Street
Stoke By Nayland
Nr Colchester
Suffolk
CO6 4QY
1206262418
School Website
Littlegarth School
Other Independent School
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Kathy Uttley
Horkesley Park
Nayland
Colchester
Essex
CO6 4JR
1206262332
School Website
Boxford Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Emma Lea
Stone Street
Boxford
Sudbury
Suffolk
CO10 5NP
01787210332
School Website
Bures Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ruth Slater
Nayland Road
Bures
Suffolk
CO8 5BX
01787227446
School Website
Boxted St Peters Church Of England School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Ellie Jaggs
Carter's Hill
Boxted
Colchester
Essex
CO4 5YN
01206272239
School Website
Thomas Gainsborough School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Helen Yapp
Wells Hall Road
Great Cornard
Sudbury
Suffolk
CO10 0NH
01787375232
School Website
Wells Hall Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Rosalind Towns
Wells Hall Road
Great Cornard
Sudbury
Suffolk
CO10 0NH
1787373489
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bures
The Paddocks, Off Station Hill, Bures, Suffolk, CO8 5HS
4.06 Miles
Sudbury
Station Road, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 6SU
5.45 Miles
Chappel And Wakes Colne
Station Road, Chappel, Essex, CO6 2DS
5.89 Miles
Colchester
Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
6.71 Miles
Colchester Town
St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
7.81 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Boxted Private Hire
07521 616136
16 Hobbs Drive, Colchester, Essex, CO4 5RZ
4.19 Miles
Femme Cars Ltd
01787 377585
3 Kempson Drive, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 0ND
4.32 Miles
Elite Private Hire
01787 881212
2 Hartest Way, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 0LA
4.58 Miles
Cornard Cabs
07811 261613
2 Hartest Way, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 0LA
4.58 Miles
Bures Cab Co
0845 832 4556
2 Hartest Way, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 0LA
4.58 Miles
Airport Transfers
01787 881212
23 Highbury Way, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 0HE
4.61 Miles
A B A Taxis
01787 377333
34 Queensway, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 0HQ
4.61 Miles
Fox Cars
01787 376385
7 Mills Rd, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 2XX
5.21 Miles
A To B Cars
01787 372237
7 Mills Rd, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 2XX
5.21 Miles
Sudbury Town Taxis
01787 377366
6 Addison Rd, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 2YW
5.31 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Co6 351 - Kingsland Lane Leavenheath
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Co6 202 - Honey Tye
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Co6 372 - Plough Lane Leavenheath
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Co6 82 - Hare And Hounds
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Co10 322 - The Street Assington
Collection Today available until:16:00
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Co10 396D - Vicary Estate Assington
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Co10 128D - Avely Hall Lane Assington
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Co6 250 - Old Fox Inn Bures Road
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Co6 440 - Ash Rise Nayland
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Co6 11 - Church Road Wiston Nayland
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Co6 251D - Bear Street Nayland
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Co6 275D - Stoke Road Nayland
Collection Today available until:09:00
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Co6 325 - Nayland Post Office
Collection Today available until:17:00
Weekday Last Collection:17:00
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Co6 402D - Crossfields Butt Road
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Co10 122D - Stone Street Boxford
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Nayland Surgery
93 Bear Street
Nayland
Colchester
CO6 4LA
The Surgery, Boxford
01787 210558
The Mill Surgery
Church Street
Boxford
Colchester
Suffolk
CO10 5DU
Bures
01787 227529
Church Square Surgery
Church Square
Bures
Colchester
Suffolk
CO8 5BS
Cornard Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3
67 Pot Kiln Road
Great Cornard
Sudbury
CO10 0DH
Cornard Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
67 Pot Kiln Road
Great Cornard
Sudbury
CO10 0DH
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Local Stores

Sudbury - Canhams Road
Canhams Road
Great Cornard
Sudbury
Suffolk
CO10 0ER
01787 374232
Store Website
4.43 miles
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SPAR - Sudbury
Cornard Road
Sudbury
CO10 2XA
01787 372301
Store Website
5.5 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Ardmore Veterinary Group Ltd
57 Cornard Road
Sudbury
Suffolk
CO10 2XB
01787 372588
ardmore@ardmorevets.co.uk
Website
5.24 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Poultry

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Highcliff Veterinary Practice Limited
96 High Street
Hadleigh
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP7 5EN
01473 822704
hadleigh@highcliffvets.com
Website
6.04 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Mulberry Court Veterinary Surgery
171-173 Melford Road
Sudbury
Suffolk
CO10 1JU
01787 881888
surgery@mulberryvets.co.uk
Website
6.10 miles
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Penrose Veterinary Group Ltd
Peeler'S End
Upper Street
Stratford St. Mary
Colchester
Essex
CO7 6LW
01206 323414
ssm-penrosevets@lineone.net
Website
6.14 miles
Amenities
Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

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Dogs

Exotic/Wild

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Aldham Veterinary Centre
New Road
Aldham
Colchester
Essex
CO6 3PN
01206 809199
Aldhamvets@outlook.com
Website
6.26 miles
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Penrose Veterinary Group Ltd
70 Brinkley Lane
Highwoods
Colchester
Essex
CO4 9XE
01206 842608
bl@penrosevets.co.uk
Website
6.35 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Gosbecks Archeological Park
Large Open Fields And Small Amount Of Woodland, With Small Hills And Streams On Longer Routes.
215 Shrub End Rd
Colchester
Lancashire
CO3 4RN
8.40 miles

Location
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Flatford
Enjoy The Stour Valley And Dedham Vale On This Relaxing Walk By The River Stour.
CO11 2LE
9.43 miles

Off The A137 Heading North To Ipswich, You Will See A National Rail Sign For Manningtree Train Station.
Marks Hall Estate Heli Hounds
Get Your Four-Legged Friends Ready As You Join Over 300 Other Dog Walkers For A Scenic Stroll Through The Marks Hall Estate In Essex.
1 Marks Hall Rd
Colchester
Lancashire
CO6 1TG
9.75 miles

Location
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Venny/ Lower Lodge Farm Colne Nature Reserve
Circular Park With Big Grass Fields For Games Of Fetch Or Training. Access From This To Other Walking Routes- Wivenhoe Trail Along River Colne , Wivenhoe Woods To King George V Park, Field Route To University Of Essex Grounds. Fair Warning, Woodland Walk Can Get Pretty Muddy!
67 Vanessa Dr
Wivenhoe
Colchester
CO7 9PB
10.07 miles

Free Parking On Housing Estate. Dog Bins On Route. Can Turn Off Trail For Woodland Walk Versus Park.
Location
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Cockaynes Wood Nature Reserve
A Beautiful Walk Through Woodland And Around Lakes. Great Space For Off Lead. Plenty Of Shrubbery To Sniff And An Area To Play Fetch.
Alresford Rd
Elmstead
Colchester
CO7 9JX
11.17 miles

By Foot Or Bike: The Site Can Be Reached By Public Footpath From Cockaynes Lane (Alresford) Or From Alresford Road (Wivenhoe). By Car: The Vehicular Site Entrance Is Off Wivenhoe Road, Alresford, Just North Of The Railway Bridge. The Main Vehicle Gate Is Usually Locked, But There Is Still Parking Space For About 6 Cars. The Site Can Be Reached By Walking Down The Track From The Gate. Please Be Aware That This Track Is Not A Public Right-Of-Way; It May Sometimes Be Closed To The Public. Directions From Wivenhoe: Take The Alresford Road And Head Out Of Wivenhoe Towards Alresford. About Half-Way Between Wivenhoe And Alresford, Turn Left Just Before The Railway Bridge. Go Through The Gate, Or Use Footpath, Head Down The Track For About 300M, Through The Metal Gates And Into The Former Quarry Yard. Directions From Alresford: Take The Wivenhoe Road And Head Out Of Alresford Towards Wivenhoe. After The Bend To The Right, Go Over The Railway Bridge And Immediately Turn Right. Go Through The Gate, Or Use Footpath, Head Down The Track For About 300M, Through The Metal Gates And Into The Former Quarry Yard. One Approach Is Through Farmland So Be Aware And Keep Your Pooch On Lead Until Safely Past
Location
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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
13.15 miles

Down The Road Next To The Garden Centre
Location
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Weather Forecast

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