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The Great Britain Guide

Museums · East of England

Richard Garrett & Sons

In or near Snape.

Paid admission♿ Wheelchair accessible4.6 · 345 Google reviews

Richard Garrett & Sons — a museum in england-east, United Kingdom.

US War Memorial, Leiston - geograph.org.uk - 7428127

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Year-round
Nearest railway station
Saxmundham · 5.9 km
  • Paid entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Richard Garrett & Sons is a museum in england-east, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.

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Official information

The Long Shop Museum is an independent museum operated by a charitable trust, focusing on the preservation and development of its collections. Visitors can explore the museum's exhibits and learn about its history.

Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Suffolk Coast & Heaths

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Richard Garrett & Sons is a museum located in the East of England. It showcases the history and innovations of the Garrett family, renowned for their engineering and manufacturing contributions. The site reflects the industrial heritage of the region.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
52.2078, 1.5758
County
Suffolk
District
East Suffolk
Parish
Leiston
Postcode
IP16 4ES
Parliamentary constituency
Suffolk Coastal
Nearest railway station
Saxmundham5.9 km

Sources

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Where to eat & stay near Richard Garrett & Sons

Places to stay

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White Horse Hotel

White Horse Hotel — a hotel in england east.

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Campsites · East of England

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Campsites · East of England

Beach View Holiday Park (Formerly Cliff House Park)

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Motorhome & Caravan Club, The Eels Foot

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Caravan parks · East of England

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Places to eat & drink

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Richard Garrett & Sons?
Richard Garrett & Sons is in Suffolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode IP16 4ES), in the parish of Leiston.
What is Richard Garrett & Sons?
Richard Garrett & Sons — a museum in england-east, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Richard Garrett & Sons?
The nearest railway station is Saxmundham, about 5.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode IP16 4ES.
Is Richard Garrett & Sons a protected site?
Yes — Richard Garrett & Sons is part of the Suffolk Coast & Heaths National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Richard Garrett & Sons?
The nearest railway station is Saxmundham, about 5.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IP16 4ES.