Clare, Suffolk
Nestled in the rolling Suffolk countryside, Clare is infused with fascinating history and timeless beauty, offering a serene place to call home while ensuring all the amenities and conveniences you need are just moments away. Here in Suffolk's smallest town, you'll find more than just a place to live – you'll uncover an idyllic lifestyle where charm and comfort intertwine seamlessly.
You don’t have to venture outside of Clare to find plenty of highly-rated
pubs and restaurants to sample. From modern Italian food at Honey Hill to delicious Indian fare from Mughal Knight, there's a variety of options. The Swan Inn and The Cock Inn both offer tempting traditional pub food. Plus, just a 5-minute walk from Weavers Way, you will find Roughacre Brewery and its Tap Room, where pints are poured straight from their casks.
Clare has a Co-op store for your daily needs. For your weekly shop, there are a selection of supermarkets, including Tesco and Waitrose in nearby Sudbury. Humphrey & Son Butchers, located on Market Hill, sells quality local meat and delicatessen items. For some retail therapy, Clare boasts plenty of independent stores including boutiques, a record shop, bookshop, and several antique emporiums.
The Gainsborough Health Club & Spa, just a mile from Weavers Way, has a gym, fitness classes, and leisure facilities, including a pool. You can choose to take part in Clare’s weekly park runs or enjoy Clare Park Lake’s 9-hole golf course. To exercise whilst exploring the countryside, Clare Castle Country Park offers a series of six circular walks ranging from two to seven miles.
Nearby Kentwell Hall or Melford Hall offer fascinating journeys back in time, hosting family-friendly activities and events year-round. Just 16 miles away lies Bury St Edmunds, a lively cathedral town brimming with shops, dining, and entertainment appealing to all ages. In Clare itself, a day can be easily spent exploring attractions such as Clare Castle Country Park, with its medieval castle ruins, Victorian railway buildings, and scenic riverside walks.
Clare is served by Clare Community Primary School, just a 4-minute drive from Weavers Way. For secondary school pupils, it takes a couple of minutes to walk to Stour Valley Community School. Both schools were rated Good in latest Ofsted reports. Numerous other educational establishments can be found within a 5-mile radius, including the independent Stoke College for 11–18-year-olds, approximately 3 miles away. There are also several pre-schools and nurseries in the area for younger children.