Welcome to Shelland

Shelland is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles north of the town of Stowmarket and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 200 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. 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 Shelland is the village hall, which is a popular venue for community events and activities. The hall is run by a committee of local volunteers and hosts a range of events throughout the year, including concerts, dances, and craft fairs. The hall is also available for private hire and is a popular venue for weddings and other celebrations.

Shelland is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. The village is located close to a number of footpaths and bridleways, which provide access to the surrounding countryside. The nearby River Gipping is also a popular spot for fishing and boating. Overall, Shelland is a charming village with a strong sense of community and plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities.

Local Schools

School	Details
Finborough School Other Independent School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mr Steven Clark	The Hall Great Finborough Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3EF 1449773600 School Website
Woolpit Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Sarah Clayton	Heath Road Woolpit Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9RU 01359240625 School Website
Rattlesden Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Ballam	School Road Rattlesden Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 0SE 01449736335 School Website
Crawford's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Rob Francksen	Green Road Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3QZ 1449673253 School Website
Great Finborough Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Stephen Dodd	High Road Great Finborough Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3AQ 01449613208 School Website
Olive Ap Academy - Suffolk Academy Alternative Provision Sponsor Led Ages:7-16 Head Teacher Mr Alastair Burnett	Chilton Way Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 1SZ 1449613931 School Website
Grace Cook Primary School Free Schools Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Richard Dedicoat	Fuller Way Chilton Leys Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 1GG 1449833094 School Website
Wood Ley Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sandra Renwick	Lowry Way Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 1UF 01449616038 School Website
Elmswell Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jane Ash	Oxer Close Elmswell Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9UE 01359240261 School Website
Stowmarket High School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Dave Lee-Allan	Onehouse Road Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 1QR 1449613541 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Elmswell Station Road, Elmswell, Suffolk, IP30 9HA 2.41 Miles

Stowmarket Station Road East, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1RQ 3.12 Miles

Thurston Station Hill, Thurston, Suffolk, IP31 3QU 6.02 Miles

Needham Market Station Yard, Needham Market, Suffolk, IP6 8AS 6.39 Miles

Bury St Edmunds Station Hill, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP32 6AD 9.79 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Clarke Chauffeur Services 07957 617314 46 Old Street, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 3NX 1.85 Miles
Advance Airport Taxis 01449 677449 9 Station Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 3PN 2.00 Miles
Mikeys Travel 01449 775454 59 Spencer Way, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1UQ 2.30 Miles
Adams Travel 01449 614144 18 Crown Street, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1HX 2.94 Miles
Stowmarket Cab Co 01449 677777 Station Rd East, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1RQ 3.11 Miles
Mid Suffolk Taxis Ltd 01449 721111 14 Park Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 8BH 6.14 Miles
Needham Taxis 01449 722408 Abacus House/Station Yard, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 8AS 6.38 Miles
Chassis Cab (Ipswich) Ltd 01473 833003 Unit 1/Addison Way, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 0RL 9.76 Miles
Town And Country Cars 01473 828999 Unit 12/Byford Court/Crockatt Rd, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 6RD 10.61 Miles
Chauffeur Services Uk Ltd 01473 829001 Unit 12/Byford Court/Crockatt Rd, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 6RD 10.61 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ip14 Harleston Green Stowmarket No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Ip30(D) Borley Green No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip14 New Street Haughly No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip14 Fiddlers Green Onehouse No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip30(D) Woolpit Heath No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip14 Park View Stowmarket No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip14 Main Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stowmarket Road Wetherden No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Ip14 Buxhall Mills Buxhall No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Road Finborough No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip14 Shepherd & Dog Onehouse No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip30(D) Woolpit Green No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip30 Rattlesham Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Haughly Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ip30(D) Steeles Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Woolpit Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Heath Road Woolpit Bury St. Edmunds IP30 9QU
Woolpit Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Heath Road Woolpit Bury St. Edmunds IP30 9QU
Woolpit Health Centre 01359 240298	Woolpit Health Centre Heath Road, Woolpit Bury St.Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9QU
Stowhealth 01449 776000	Stowhealth, Violet House Violet Hill Road Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 1NL
The Mix - Covid Local Vaccination Service	127 Ipswich Street Stowmarket IP14 1BB

Local Stores

Haughley
51 Old Street
Haughley
Stowmarket
Suffolk
IP14 3NX
01449 673209
Store Website
1.91 miles

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SPAR - Bury Road
Tothill Services Ltd
Bury Road
Stowmarket
IP14 3QQ
01449 677 172
Store Website
2.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Haughley Veterinary Centre
63 Old Street Haughley Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 3NT 01449 673366 reception@haughleyvets.co.uk Website 1.91 miles
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Stowe Veterinary Group
The Old Tea Room Veterinary Surgery The Level Crossing Elmswell Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9HA 01359 241761 mail@stowevets.co.uk Website 2.41 miles
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Stowe Veterinary Group
54 Bury Road Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 1JF 01449 613 130 mail@stowevets.co.uk Website 2.75 miles
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Cedarwood Veterinary Practice
Combs House Stowmarket Business Park, Needham Road Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 2AH 01449 676966 office@cedarwoodvets.co.uk Website 4.28 miles
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Haughley Veterinary Centre
Thurston Veterinary Centre Little Cedars 58 Barton Road, Thurston Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk IP31 3PD 01359 232200 haughleyvets@talkbusiness.net 6.30 miles
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Stowe Veterinary Group
The Mustard Pot Veterinary Surgery Coddenham Road Needham Market Ipswich Suffolk IP6 8NU 01449 722198 mail@stowevets.co.uk Website 6.73 miles
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Consultations available until 5.30pm at Stowe Veterinary Group
Sun	closed	closed

Local Dog Walks

Nowton Park
A Lovely Mixed Walk. Great For Kids And Dogs To Explore. Off Leash Areas Deeper In. Forest Trails, Maze, Football Pitches, Play Park, Cafe, Paid Parking. Nowton 8.66 miles Lots Of Short And Long Trials. Sign Posted.

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Hardwick Heath
Lovely Field And Wooded Walk, With The Option Of A Longer Walk Taking In Nearby Farmer Fields 77 Hardwick Ln 9.63 miles

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Green Lane
Lovely Dog Walk, Down A Long Lane. About 1 Mile To The Bottom, Which You Can Then Do A Uturn And Extend Your Walk Further Into The Farmers Fields Or Walk Back. New Rd 10.35 miles

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Ickworth House
This Is National Trust Owned Property, Fantastic For Dogs With Several Coloured Paths To Choose From. There Are Sheep Around At Sometimes Of Year But This For Only A Short Part Of The Walk. Parking Is Free But You Will Have To Pay Entry Fees As Its National Trust. In A Nutshell It’S A Fantastic Walk And I Go At Least Once A Week. Views Are Spectacular And Ickworth House Is Unique. 17 Dairy Cottages 11.67 miles

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Knettishall Heath
Great Walking Area, With Several Coloured Paths To Choose From. If Your Dog Loves A Walk With Water Then This Is Perfect. Unnamed Road Lancashire 12.92 miles

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Wrotham Ling
Sandy Heathland Walk With Small Wooded Area. Wortham Diss IP22 1ST 13.06 miles Make Sure You Go To Wortham Ling And Not The Village Of Wortham Which Is Further South. There Are Two Car Parks.

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