Welcome to Waveney

Waveney is a district in Suffolk, England, located on the east coast of the country. The district is named after the River Waveney, which flows through the area and forms the boundary between Suffolk and Norfolk. The district is home to a number of towns and villages, including Beccles, Bungay, Halesworth, and Southwold. The area is known for its beautiful countryside, historic buildings, and coastal scenery.

One of the most popular attractions in Waveney is the town of Southwold. This charming seaside town is known for its colorful beach huts, historic pier, and Adnams Brewery, which has been producing beer in the town since 1872. Visitors can take a tour of the brewery, sample some of the local beers, and learn about the history of brewing in the area. Southwold is also home to a number of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, making it a great place to spend a day exploring.

Another highlight of Waveney is the town of Beccles. This historic market town is located on the River Waveney and is home to a number of interesting buildings, including the 16th-century Bell Tower and the 18th-century Town Hall. Beccles is also known for its weekly market, which takes place on Fridays and offers a range of local produce and crafts. The town is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it a great base for exploring the area on foot or by bike.

Overall, Waveney is a beautiful and diverse district in Suffolk, offering a range of attractions for visitors to enjoy. Whether you're interested in history, culture, or outdoor activities, there is something for everyone in this charming part of England.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Ringsfield Church Of England Primary School
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Head Teacher
Mrs Victoria Allen
School Road
Ringsfield
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 8NZ
1502713030
School Website
Sir John Leman High School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Michael Taylor
Ringsfield Road
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 9PG
01502713223
School Website
The Albert Pye Community Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Joanne Viner
Frederick's Road
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 9UL
1502713420
School Website
St Benets Catholic Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Samantha Barlow
Ringsfield Road
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 9PQ
01502712012
School Website
Beccles Free School
Free Schools
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Neil Ketteringham
Castle Hill
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 7BQ
01502718850
School Website
Beccles Primary Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Heather Thorne
Ellough Road
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 7AB
01502713281
School Website
Worlingham Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Holly Marchand
Garden Lane
Worlingham
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 7SB
01502712375
School Website
Ravensmere Infant School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Joanne Viner
St Benedict's Road
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 9DE
1502712367
School Website
Gillingham St Michaels Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Heather Brand
The Boundaries
Geldeston Road
Gillingham
Beccles
Norfolk
NR34 0HT
01502713425
School Website
Brampton Church Of England Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Victoria Allen
Southwold Road
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 8DW
1502575287
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Beccles
Station Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9QJ
1.94 Miles
Brampton (Suffolk)
Station Road, Near Brampton, Suffolk, NR34 8EF
2.52 Miles
Halesworth
Station Road, Halesworth, Suffolk, IP19 8BZ
6.26 Miles
Oulton Broad South
Beccles Road, Oulton Broad, Suffolk, NR33 8QX
6.76 Miles
Somerleyton
Station Road, Somerleyton, Norfolk, NR32 5QN
6.80 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
P And S Private Hire
01502 716629
17 Woodside, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9LR
1.38 Miles
Goldline Taxis
01502 711611
Moor Business Park, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7TQ
1.46 Miles
L And S Taxi Service
01502 710666
3 Hillcrest Close, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7BY
1.50 Miles
P J Taxis
01502 719718
Unit 9B/Ellough Ind Est, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7TD
1.71 Miles
Neals Private Hire And Taxis
01502 575888
Si-An, Halesworth, Suffolk, IP19 8RQ
3.54 Miles
Henham Taxis
01502 578338
The Old Forge/London Rd, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 8EL
4.83 Miles
Byre Chauffeur Driven Cars
01986 893217
The Byre, Bungay, Suffolk, NR35 1RU
5.14 Miles
Halesworth Taxi Service
01986 874028
52 Orchard Valley, Halesworth, Suffolk, IP19 8LX
6.14 Miles
P And M Travel
01493 664690
12 Yewdale, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 8WF
6.32 Miles
Elite Limousine Hire
056 0284 1634
12 Yewdale, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 8WF
6.32 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Redisham Rd
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Townlands Drive
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Cromwell Ave
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The Church Ringsfield
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Banham Road
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Rigbourne Hill
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Fourways Church Rd
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Upper Grange Road
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St. Georges Rd
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Clarks Piece
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Ellough Road
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3484 Rowan Way
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Blyburgate
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Benacre Road
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Ballygate
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Beccles Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Beccles Medical Centre
St. Marys Road
Beccles
NR34 9NX
Beccles Medical Centre
01502 712662
Beccles Medical Centre
St.Mary's Road
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 9NX
Bungay Medical Centre
01986 892055
Bungay Medical Centre
28 St Johns Road
Bungay
Suffolk
NR35 1LP
Wrentham
01502 675203
58 Southwold Road
Wrentham
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 7JF
The Surgery, Wangford
01502 578257
The Surgery
Church Street
Wangford
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 8RN
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Local Stores

Swines Green
Rigbourne Hill
Swines Green
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 9JD
01502 711156
Store Website
1.39 miles
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SPAR - Wangford
16 High Street
Wangford
NR34 8RA
01502 578207
Store Website
5.8 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Three Rivers Vets
Veterinary Clinic
London Road
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 9YU
01502 712169
reception@threeriversvetgroup.co.uk
Website
0.93 miles
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Coastline Veterinary Surgeries - Beccles
Foso House
Caxton Road
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 9DP
01502 470300
coastline@cvsvets.com
Website
2.08 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Stoven Hall Equine Clinic &Amp; Rehabilitation Centre Ltd
Stoven Hall Farm
Stoven
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 8ET
3.70 miles
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Wherry Veterinary Practice Ltd
Veterinary Surgery
Hillside Road East
Bungay
Suffolk
NR35 1RX
01986 892771
4.89 miles
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Wangford Veterinary Clinic
Pound Corner
Wangford
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 8RS
01502 578 999
enquiries@wangfordvetclinic.com
5.74 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Suffolk Exotic Vets
Pound Corner
Wangford
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 8RS
01502 447 501
reception@exoticvetsuffolk.co.uk
Website
5.74 miles
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Open at weekends

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Local Dog Walks

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
5.50 miles

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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
6.36 miles

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

Park At Southwold Common
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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
10.71 miles

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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
11.27 miles

Westleton/Dunwich
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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
12.60 miles

Near Westleton, Suffolk
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