Witnesham, Suffolk
Discover an enviable lifestyle in the friendly village of Witnesham. Situated just 5 miles from the county town of Ipswich, with its multiple shops and services, yet surrounded by stunning field views, Witnesham
offers the best of both worlds.
You’ll love this idyllic location. Take a short stroll to the 15th century
Barley Mow pub or meet friends for a meal at the Moon and Mushroom
in nearby Swilland. Witten’s Meadow is near to a recreation ground and
play area, whilst the village hall is home to a host of community groups
and activities such as Tai Chi and children’s dance classes. St. Mary’s
Church is also close by offering regular religious services. Pick up your
fresh produce and daily staples at Richard’s, which is a 10-minute
walk away and for your weekly shop, there is a choice of national
supermarkets within a 20-minute drive including Sainsbury’s, Tesco,
Asda and a Waitrose & Partners, in Ipswich.
Keep fit by working out at Whitton Sports Centre which has a gym,
fitness classes, trampolining, and roller-skating, just an 11-minute
drive away. When you want to swim, Crown Pools offers water-based
fun for all ages and there are several gyms, including David Lloyd in
Ipswich. If you prefer to exercise in the open air, there are numerous
walking, cycling and running routes to choose from. The Fynn Valley
Walk is a footpath that starts at Witnesham and runs for 9 miles to
Woodbridge where the Fynn River joins the river Deben. Golfers will
enjoy the Fynn Valley Golf Club in the village, as well as Rushmere
Golf Club and Bramford Golf Centre.
It is easy to make the most of your precious leisure time from
Witten’s Meadow. Enchanting Woodbridge is just over 6 miles away
and offers numerous independent shops, restaurants, wine bars
and cafés to suit every taste. This attractive riverside town also has
a colourful bi-weekly market.
Ipswich, just under 15 minutes away by car, has a wide range of
shopping, sport, leisure, cultural and entertainment venues, including
cinemas and theatres. The market towns of Needham Market and
Hadleigh are easy to access for a relaxing walk or brunch with friends.
There are plenty of eateries in other nearby villages too, whether you
want an award-winning restaurant or a quaint country pub.