Discover Ufford: History, Trails and Special Places

Ufford combines historic buildings, unusual details and paths through the countryside. Those looking for a holiday apartment or holiday cottage for varied days away will find several points of interest here: Church of St Mary, the Ufford Heritage Trail, Parklands Wood and traditional places around the White Lion. For planning your trip, it is particularly interesting to consider whether you would like to focus on cultural discoveries, walks or local history.

Historical traces in Ufford

Church of St Mary in Ufford contains fabric from the late 12th, early 13th and 15th centuries, as well as additions from the 19th century. The building therefore shows several historical phases of development that come together to create a multifaceted village character. One striking detail is the baptismal cover structure of St Mary's Church. It dates from around 1450 and rises more than 18 feet above the font. Those interested in church architecture and craftsmanship can make these features a particular focus of their trip planning without limiting their stay to a single experience.

Historical references can also be found outside the church. Crown Farmhouse is a 16th-century timber-framed house with brick infill. The Ufford Heritage Trail also includes an information board at the site of Sogenhoe Chapel. The guide to the trail is available in boxes outside the Community Hall and on the Parish Council noticeboard in Barrack Lane. This allows you to orient yourself at the designated information points before setting out on the walk.

Trails and Parklands Wood

Ufford has public footpaths and byways leading to the neighbouring communities of Bredfield, Bromeswell, Eyke, Melton and Pettistree. Those who enjoy structuring their day around walking can use the respective paths to include Ufford and its neighbouring communities in their trip planning.

Another special feature can be found in Parklands Wood. There, you can follow a carving trail featuring chainsaw carvings made from a tree trunk. The woodland once formed part of the Ufford Place estate, laid out in the 17th century. The present-day character of the place can therefore be connected with a historical reference, while the carvings add an unusual, craft-focused touch. For families with different interests, this can be a complementary idea alongside a church visit, the Heritage Trail or longer walks.

Local character and getting there

The White Lion and its surroundings also form part of the village character. The White Lion is located next to a Victorian water meadow on the River Deben. Its main bar dates from the 16th century. Uffa Micro Brewery is located in the old coach house next to the pub. Together, these details provide an illustrative picture of the area's local building and usage history, without implying that a specific dining or drinking offering should be expected at every time of year.

It is also relevant for getting there that Ufford Park is easily accessible via the A12. Ufford Park Resort also caters to non-members and non-residents. When choosing your accommodation, you can therefore consider whether you want to use Ufford primarily as a base for cultural discoveries, walks and historical places, or combine different ideas for days out. The key factor is less a fixed holiday programme than which focuses suit your travel group.

Further destinations for orientation

If you would like to continue your search beyond Ufford, you can also consider Denham, Saxmundham, Brandon, Melton, Brome, Kessingland, Lakenheath and Lavenham as additional travel destinations.

For the overarching travel overview: Suffolk.