Historic houses · East of England
Cliftons
In or near Poslingford.
Cliftons — a Grade I-listed historic house in england-east, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Castle Hedingham · 8.9 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Cliftons is a Grade I-listed building in england-east, United Kingdom. Grade I status is conferred by Historic England (or Cadw, Historic Environment Scotland or NIEA equivalents) on buildings of exceptional national interest. See the linked Wikipedia article for full historical and architectural details.
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Official information
Clare Ancient House Museum is a Grade I Listed Building showcasing the history of Clare through various exhibitions. Visitors can explore themed displays, including local artifacts and historical narratives, all curated by volunteers.
Place summary
Cliftons is a historic house located in the East of England. It is designated as a Grade I listed building, highlighting its exceptional architectural and historical significance.
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- Coordinates
- 52.0756, 0.5777
- County
- Suffolk
- District
- West Suffolk
- Parish
- Clare
- Postcode
- CO10 8FH
- Parliamentary constituency
- West Suffolk
- Phone
- 07483 310634
- Nearest railway station
- Castle Hedingham — 8.9 km
- Opening
- Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays 12.00 to 16.00; closed 24–26 Dec
- Official site
- www.clare-ancient-house-museum.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17526609 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cliftons?
- Cliftons is in Suffolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode CO10 8FH), in the parish of Clare.
- What is Cliftons?
- Cliftons — a Grade I-listed historic house in england-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cliftons?
- The nearest railway station is Castle Hedingham, about 8.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode CO10 8FH.
- Is Cliftons a listed building?
- Cliftons is officially recognised as Grade I listed.
- How do I get to Cliftons?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode CO10 8FH. It sits within the West Suffolk parliamentary constituency.