Where is St Edmund's Church, Southwold?

St Edmund's Church, Southwold is in Suffolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode IP18 6JP), in the parish of Southwold.

How do I get to St Edmund's Church, Southwold?

The nearest railway station is Blythburgh, about 5.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode IP18 6JP.

Is St Edmund's Church, Southwold a listed building?

St Edmund's Church, Southwold is officially recognised as Grade I listed.

Is St Edmund's Church, Southwold a protected site?

Yes — St Edmund's Church, Southwold is part of the Suffolk Coast & Heaths National Landscape (AONB).

Is St Edmund's Church, Southwold free to visit?

Yes, St Edmund's Church, Southwold is free to enter.

How do I get to St Edmund's Church, Southwold?

The nearest railway station is Blythburgh, about 5.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IP18 6JP.

Historic churches · East of England

St Edmund's Church, Southwold

In or near South Cove.

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St Edmund's Church, Southwold — a Grade I-listed church in england-east, United Kingdom.

Plan your visit

Typical visit: 30 min–1 h
Nearest railway station: Blythburgh · 5.6 km

Free entry
Limited wheelchair access

Getting there & planning your visit

To visit St Edmund's Church in Southwold, the nearest railway station is Blythburgh, which is 5.6 km away. The postcode for sat-nav is IP18 6JP, and entry to the church is free. Please note that wheelchair accessibility is limited.

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St Edmund's Church, Southwold 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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Heritage listing

St Edmund's Church, Southwold is a Grade I listed parish church in the Church of England in Southwold, Suffolk.

From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.

Official information

St Edmund's Church in Southwold is a historic church known for its beautiful architecture and serene atmosphere. Visitors can explore its interior, which features stunning stained glass windows and a rich history, making it a peaceful spot for reflection and appreciation of local heritage.

Protected designations

Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Suffolk Coast & Heaths

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

From the Wikipedia article

St Edmund's Church, Southwold is a Grade I listed parish church in the Church of England in Southwold, Suffolk.

Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.

Background

History

The parish church of Southwold is dedicated to St Edmund, and is considered to be one of Suffolk's finest. It lies under one continuous roof, and was built over about 60 years from the 1430s to the 1490s; it replaced a smaller 13th-century church that was destroyed by fire. The earlier church dated from the time when Southwold was a small fishing hamlet adjacent to the larger Reydon. By the 15th century Southwold was an important town in its own right, and the church was rebuilt to match its power and wealth. The church is renowned for its East Anglian flushwork, especially that of the tower. Knapped and unknapped flints are arranged in patterns, textures and designs and create the stone…

Sourced from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Coordinates: 52.3282, 1.6786
County: Suffolk
District: East Suffolk
Parish: Southwold
Postcode: IP18 6JP
Parliamentary constituency: Suffolk Coastal
Phone: +44 1502 722572
Established: 1430
Nearest railway station: Blythburgh — 5.6 km
Official site: southwoldartscentre.co.uk

Sources

wikidata: Q15979341 (CC0)
wikipedia: St Edmund's Church, Southwold (CC BY-SA 4.0)

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