Ancient Houses

The Bailey Pond in winter time The Pond is a great feature of the village, with the Church and castle site set on the hilll and a popular stopping off place for visitors to feed the ducks

STREET FARM dates from 16th century There is evidence of an earlier Hall House from which this wing developed. It was probably the home of a wealthy merchant Click  picture  for more details

SUFFOLK HOUSE dates from 16th century and like Street Farm there is evidence of an earlier Hall House. This too was probably the home of a wealthy merchant. It has associations with John de Lydgate, but the present house would have been built after his death Click picture for more details

THE STAR INN. Another 16th century dwelling. This is a late example of a Hall House. The bar is situated in what was the open hall. The Star is now a well known pub/restaurant and attracts clients from far and wide. Click picture for more details

AN ANCIENT PRINT It appears to show the pond. And what is now the Old Stores. The house in the distance is probably Suffolk House

TWO DISASTROUS FIRES in the 19th and 20th centuries nearly wiped out much of the village. The first was arson and the young man was hanged. The second may have been. (Under construction)