Welcome to Elmsett

Elmsett is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, England. It is situated approximately 8 miles west of Ipswich and has a population of around 1,000 people. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is known for its picturesque views and peaceful atmosphere. Elmsett has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age.

One of the most notable landmarks in Elmsett is the St. Peter's Church, which dates back to the 14th century. The church is a Grade I listed building and is known for its impressive architecture and beautiful stained glass windows. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Elmsett also has a primary school, a village hall, and a pub, which serves traditional English food and drinks.

Elmsett is a close-knit community, with many local events and activities taking place throughout the year. The village hosts an annual summer fete, which includes a range of stalls, games, and entertainment for all ages. There are also regular events at the village hall, including film screenings, live music, and community meetings. Elmsett is a charming and welcoming village, with a strong sense of community spirit and a rich history that is celebrated by its residents.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 3.2°C

Feels Like: 0.3°C

Wind: 6.9 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School	Details
Elmsett Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Leigh Hilton	The Street Elmsett Ipswich Suffolk IP7 6PA 1473658303 School Website
Acorn Cottage The Lodge Other Independent Special School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Karen Randall	Ipswich Road Elmsett Suffolk Ipswich Suffolk IP7 6NY 1473657030
Whatfield Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Julia Shaw	Rectory Road Whatfield Ipswich Suffolk IP7 6QU 01473823309 School Website
Somersham Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Emma Burgess	Church Lane Lower Somersham Ipswich Suffolk IP8 4PN 01473831251 School Website
Beaumont Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Mayleen Atima	Durrant Road Hadleigh Ipswich Suffolk IP7 6GD 01473825120 School Website
Hintlesham And Chattisham Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Deborah Jackson	George Street Hintlesham Ipswich Suffolk IP8 3NH 1473652344 School Website
St Marys Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Hadleigh Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Frolish	Stonehouse Road Hadleigh Ipswich Suffolk IP7 5BH 01473823268 School Website
Ringshall School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr James Gough	Offton Road Ringshall Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 2JD 1473658307 School Website
Hadleigh High School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Shingleton	High Lands Road Hadleigh Ipswich Suffolk IP7 5HU 01473823496 School Website
Hadleigh Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Gary Pilkington	Station Road Hadleigh Suffolk IP7 5HQ 01473822161 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Needham Market Station Yard, Needham Market, Suffolk, IP6 8AS 5.59 Miles

Ipswich Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL 6.53 Miles

Westerfield Westerfield Road, Westerfield, Suffolk, IP6 9AE 7.13 Miles

Stowmarket Station Road East, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1RQ 7.60 Miles

Derby Road Derby Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 8DN 8.09 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Town And Country Cars 01473 828999 Unit 12/Byford Court/Crockatt Rd, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 6RD 2.34 Miles
Chauffeur Services Uk Ltd 01473 829001 Unit 12/Byford Court/Crockatt Rd, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 6RD 2.34 Miles
Beaumont Cars 01473 827096 74 George Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 5BU 2.86 Miles
Hadleigh Executive Travel 01473 828222 23 Cottesford Close, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 5JA 3.10 Miles
Elite Taxis Hadleigh 01787 881212 High St, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP7 5AL 3.19 Miles
Chassis Cab (Ipswich) Ltd 01473 833003 Unit 1/Addison Way, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 0RL 4.48 Miles
Mid Suffolk Taxis Ltd 01449 721111 14 Park Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 8BH 5.50 Miles
Needham Taxis 01449 722408 Abacus House/Station Yard, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 8AS 5.53 Miles
Airport Taxis 01473 747980 35 Stratford Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 6EF 5.57 Miles
Evo's Chauffeurs 01473 311055 1 Farthings Went, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP9 2UJ 5.60 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Elmsett Post Office & Stores Collection Today available until:10:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Ip7 Chapel House The Street Aldham Ipswich Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Ip7 Rookery Farm Manor Road Elmsett Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip8 The Green Flowton Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip7 The Street Whatfield Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip8 St. Marys Close Offton Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip8 Tollemache Hall Offton Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip8 Park Farm Hintlesham Ipswich Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip8 The Limeburners Ph Offton Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip7 Red Hill Aldham Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip8 Main Road Lower Somersham Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip7 Wallow Lane Great Bricett Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip7 Whatfield Road Aldham Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ip7 Lady Lane Industrial Estate Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Ip7 1011 Ellen Aldous Close Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Hadleigh Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Market Place Hadleigh Ipswich IP7 5DN
Hadleigh Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Market Place Hadleigh Ipswich IP7 5DN
Hadleigh Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Market Place Hadleigh Ipswich IP7 5DN
Hadleigh Boxford Group Practice 01473 822961	Hadleigh Health Centre Market Place, Hadleigh Ipswich Suffolk IP7 5DN
Wattisham Medical Centre	Wattisham Medical Centre Building 154 Wattisham Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7RA

Local Stores

Hadleigh
72 High Street
Hadleigh
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP7 5EF
01473 822123
Store Website
3.07 miles

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SPAR - Hadleigh
1 - 3 Long Bessels
Hadleigh
Ipswich
IP7 5DB
01473 824888
Store Website
2.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Highcliff Veterinary Practice Limited
96 High Street Hadleigh Ipswich Suffolk IP7 5EN 01473 822704 hadleigh@highcliffvets.com Website 3.07 miles
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The Barn Veterinary Practice
The Barn Veterinary Surgery Wenham Road Copdock Ipswich Suffolk IP8 3EY 01473 730213 info@barnvets.com Website 4.58 miles

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Ipswich Veterinary Centre
1 Donald Mackintosh Way Pinewood Ipswich Suffolk IP8 3LQ 01473 555000 kathryn.smith@ipswichvetcentre.co.uk Website 5.10 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 5.60 miles
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Consultations available until 5.30pm at Stowe Veterinary Group
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Riversbrook Veterinary Group - Ellenbrook
3 Ellenbrook Green Ipswich Suffolk IP2 9RR 01473 686845 ellenbrook@riversbrookvets.co.uk Website 5.79 miles
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The Barn Veterinary Practice
Ashcroft Road Surgery 2A Ashcroft Road Ipswich Suffolk IP1 6AA 01473 743460 barn.ashcroft@zen.co.uk 5.79 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Bourne Park
Choose To Walk Through The Woods, Or A Stroll Around The Pond (Be Aware Very Muddy And Quite Overgrown) Dogs Are Not Allowed In Both Of The Play Areas Flat Walks Across The Main Stretch Of The Park Is Av 32 Neath Dr Ipswich Lancashire IP2 9TA 6.75 miles Down The Road Next To The Garden Centre

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Pipers Vale
A Beautiful Walk With Lots Of Woodland As Well As Going Along The Shoreline Of The River Orwell 59 Morland Rd Ipswich Lancashire IP3 0LQ 8.22 miles

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Orwell Country Park
A Beautiful Walk, Lots Of Wooded Areas As Well As Stunning Views Along The River, My Girl Loves It. Orwell Country Park Lancashire 8.97 miles

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Flatford
Enjoy The Stour Valley And Dedham Vale On This Relaxing Walk By The River Stour. CO11 2LE 9.38 miles Off The A137 Heading North To Ipswich, You Will See A National Rail Sign For Manningtree Train Station.

Wrabness Woods
A Walk Through The Woods. Stourwood House Wrabness Rd Ramsey Harwich CO12 5ND 12.82 miles The Entrance To The Woods Can Be Found On The B1352. The Car Park Is Signposted With A Brown Tourist Sign.

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Sutton Hoo
This Is The Sutton Hoo Long Walk Trail. The Walk Covers A Hugely Mixed Landscape, From Grassland To Woodland. The Area Is Part Of The Suffolk Coast And Heaths Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty. IP12 3DJ 14.57 miles On B1083, Melton To Bawdsey. Follow Signs From A12 North Of Woodbridge.

Weather Forecast

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