Welcome to Rushmere

Rushmere is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, England. It is situated just a few miles away from the town of Ipswich and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the Grade II listed St. Andrew's Church, which dates back to the 14th century.

One of the main attractions in Rushmere is the Rushmere Country Park, which covers over 200 acres of woodland and heathland. The park is a popular destination for walkers, cyclists, and nature lovers, with a number of trails and paths to explore. The park is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a wide range of bird species. Visitors can also enjoy a picnic in the park or take part in one of the many events and activities that are held throughout the year.

Despite its small size, Rushmere has a strong sense of community, with a number of local events and activities taking place throughout the year. The village has a number of local amenities, including a post office, a village hall, and a pub. The village is also home to a number of small businesses, including a bakery and a farm shop, which sell locally sourced produce. Overall, Rushmere is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a taste of rural life in the heart of Suffolk.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
The Old School
Other Independent School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Melissa Clifton (Acting Head)
Toad Row
Henstead
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 7LG
1502741150
Carlton Colville Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Benjamin Axon
Gisleham Road
Carlton Colville
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 8DG
01502572682
School Website
Sunrise Academy
Free Schools Special
Ages:9-16
Head Teacher
Bianca Greenhalgh
Church Lane
Lowestoft
NR33 8AX
Kessingland Church Of England Primary Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Adrian Crossland
Field Lane
Kessingland
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 7QA
01502740223
School Website
Barnby And North Cove Community Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Louise Scott
The Street
Barnby
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 7QB
1502476230
School Website
Grove Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Rae Aldous
Framfield Road
Carlton Colville
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 8RQ
01502538527
School Website
Warren School
Academy Special Sponsor Led
Ages:3-19
Head Teacher
Mr Neil Hutchinson
Clarkes Lane
Oulton Broad
Lowestoft
NR33 8HT
1502561893
School Website
Pakefield High School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Daniel Bagshaw
London Road Pakefield
Pakefield
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 7AQ
1502530750
School Website
Pakefield Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Martyn Payne
London Road
Pakefield
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 7AQ
01502574032
School Website
Elm Tree Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Julia Halliday
Ranworth Avenue
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 9HN
01502562930
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Oulton Broad South
Beccles Road, Oulton Broad, Suffolk, NR33 8QX
3.33 Miles
Oulton Broad North
Bridge Street, Oulton Broad, Suffolk, NR32 3LJ
4.07 Miles
Lowestoft
Denmark Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 2EG
4.68 Miles
Beccles
Station Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9QJ
5.05 Miles
Brampton (Suffolk)
Station Road, Near Brampton, Suffolk, NR34 8EF
5.90 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Alpha Taxi Service
01502 741400
29 Saint Edmunds Crescent, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 7PT
1.94 Miles
P And M Travel
01493 664690
12 Yewdale, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 8WF
2.13 Miles
Elite Limousine Hire
056 0284 1634
12 Yewdale, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 8WF
2.13 Miles
Ace Global Taxis Ltd
01502 566690
59 Pinbush Rd, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 7NL
2.28 Miles
Wherry Cabs
01502 500200
63 Pinbush Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 7NL
2.28 Miles
Jay's Travel
01502 537637
2 Harvest Dr, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 7NJ
2.46 Miles
S And J Cars
01502 513100
17 Barley Way, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 7NH
2.46 Miles
Eazy Travel
01502 560091
6 The Staithe, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 9AF
3.19 Miles
Lowestoft Wheelchair Taxis
07960 011080
56 Greenfield Rd, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 9EF
3.22 Miles
P J Taxis
01502 719718
Unit 9B/Ellough Ind Est, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7TD
3.38 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Rushmere Street
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Henstead Hall
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Mill Rd
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Black Street
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Church Road
Collection Today available until:16:00
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High Street Po
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Rushmere Road
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Savage Wood
Collection Today available until:09:00
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The Street Hulver
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Red House Farm
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Lloyds Ave
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Famona Rd
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The Church Benacre
Collection Today available until:09:00
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44 Field Lane
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Oaklands Terrace
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Longshore Surgeries
01502 740203
Kessingland Surgery
Field Lane, Kessingland
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 7QA
Rosedale Surgery
01502 505100
Rosedale Surgery
Ashburnham Way
Carlton Colville
Lowestoft,Suffolk
NR33 8LG
Andaman Surgery
01502 517346
Andaman Surgery
303 Long Road
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 9DF
Wrentham
01502 675203
58 Southwold Road
Wrentham
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 7JF
Victoria Road Surgery
01502 572369
82 Victoria Road
Oulton Broad
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 9LU
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Local Stores

Kessingland - Field Lane
44-48 Field Lane
Kessingland
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 7QA
01502 741639
Store Website
1.87 miles
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Spar - Kessingland
64 High St
Kessingland
Lowestoft
NR33 7QQ
07944 077 724
Store Website
1.5 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Three Rivers Vets
81 High Street
Kessingland
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 7QQ
01502 741988
reception.kessingland@threeriversvetgroup.co.uk
Website
1.49 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Client car park

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Cats

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Dogs

Equines

Exotic/Wild

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Coastline Veterinary Surgeries
38 Lowestoft Road
Carlton Colville
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 8JD
01502 531 999
coastline@cvsvets.com
Website
2.18 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Poultry

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Pakefield Veterinary Clinic
London Road
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 7PG
01502 564656
pakefield2@aol.com
2.35 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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London Road Vet Lowestoft Ltd
55 London Road South
Lowestoft
Suffolk
NR33 0AS
01502 572107
office@londonroadvetlowestoft.co.uk
Website
4.43 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Stoven Hall Equine Clinic &Amp; Rehabilitation Centre Ltd
Stoven Hall Farm
Stoven
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 8ET
4.68 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

Sheep/Goats

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Three Rivers Vets
Veterinary Clinic
London Road
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 9YU
01502 712169
reception@threeriversvetgroup.co.uk
Website
4.95 miles
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Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Deer

Dogs

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Local Dog Walks

Southwold Common
A Walk In The Backyard If Southwold
Reydon
Southwold
IP18 6GY
6.13 miles

Park At Southwold Common
Location
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Bungay And Surrounding Area
Three Circular Walks From Earsham Street Cafe In The Centre Of The Pituresque Waveney Valley Town Of Bungay. There Is A 1 Mile Walk Around The Centre Of The Town, A 2½ Mile Walk Around Outney Common And A 5½ Mile Walk That Takes In Bungay, Earsham And The Bath Hills.
7-9 Earsham St
Bungay
Lancashire
NR35 1AE
10.28 miles

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Dunwich Forest
Take The Road To Dunwich From Hinton Five Fingers And There Are Lots Of Walks On Both Sides Of The Road. Ample Free Parking. Walks Are Wooded Mainly, But There Are Lots Of Open Bracken-Ey Areas Too. Wild Ponies Graze In Parts, And There Are Red Deer To Be Seen, Too. Dog Heaven (And Not Too Bad For Humans, Too).
2 Westleton Rd
Saxmundham
Lancashire
IP17 3DE
10.37 miles

Location
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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
11.16 miles

Westleton/Dunwich
Location
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A Walk In The Saints
A Long Circular Walk Taking In The 2-Moated Buildings In The Area-Either Take A Picnic Or Refresh Yourself With A Pint And A Sandwich At St Peters Hall (Normally Open Wednesday To Sunday But Telephone Beforehand 01986 782288)
Abbey Rd
Bungay
Lancashire
NR35 1NL
11.21 miles

Location
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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
12.07 miles

Near Westleton, Suffolk
Location
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