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The Six Bells

Outside of the Grade II-listed pub (added by manager 26 Jun 2017)

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Back-to-basics site behind a country pub three miles from Lavenham
Canoeing, falconry and National Trust estates within a half-hour drive
Daily changing menu of seasonal local dishes in the pub

Sometimes, it has to be said, all one needs for contentedness is a couple of life’s simple pleasures. A well-pulled pint, a large meal and a quiet place to rest one’s head – job done. Thank you and good night. And that’s what you’ll get at the Six Bells, a splendid little rural pub three miles from Lavenham. There are no bells and whistles in the field here (well, apart from the bells on the pub sign, that is), just traditional country camping that’s handily located a mere stagger from a purveyor of fine foods and ales. Fine indeed is the food on the pub’s menu, an offering that changes daily to reflect what’s in season round these parts. Pub classics like burgers or fish and chips are always on offer (with hand-cut chips, naturally); for something a bit fancier, try the famed Blythburgh pork, or some fish that’s been whisked to you from the North Sea coast. Once you’ve had your fill, the characterful Grade II-listed pub has plenty of cosy spots for a tipple or two, including some coveted seats by the fire. (If you’re really embracing the whole country-camping vibe, you’re welcome to light up a barbecue or a campfire back at your pitch instead.) Pitches are in a large grass field behind the pub, with plenty of space to spread all your kit out. Bring a torch – it’s pretty dark out here by night. You’ll have access to the pub’s toilets and free wifi service, and, with any luck, a view of the stars coming out across the dark sky as you drift off to sleep. Simple pleasures indeed...

Site type

Languages spoken

English

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Local produce

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker

Gastronomic delight

Peaceful

Remote location

Walkers' paradise

Wild camping

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Shop nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Restaurant nearby

Location

The Six Bells

The Street

Sudbury

Suffolk

England

CO10 9NG

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

52.1177°N
0.83859°W

Nearest transport

Coach

8.3 mi Station Road West

10.5 mi Bus Station

12.2 mi White Horse

Rail

7.1 mi Sudbury (Suffolk) Rail Station

8.5 mi Stowmarket Rail Station

8.9 mi Elmswell Rail Station

Ferry

21.3 mi Harwich International Ferry Terminal

21.7 mi Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landing

Airport

29 mi Cambridge Airport

29.2 mi London Stansted Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

There are plenty of walks you can do around here, including circular walks to the surrounding villages, or the hour or so to Lavenham, where you can visit the Guildhall and Little Hall museums and wander through the streets of half-timbered houses. One of the area’s most impressive houses is Kentwell Hall, 20 minutes’ drive from the site: the 500-year-old house is still a family home, so you’ll see an eclectic mix of Tudor restoration and 21st-century living. There’s also a rare breed farm here and some gorgeous gardens with a maze, some topiary, film props and hidden animal sculptures. A couple of miles down the road from here is the National Trust-owned Melford Hall, where you can see inside the house and wander on the woodland trail through the grounds. Look out for drawings and sketches around the house by Beatrix Potter, who stayed here many times. If staying at a pub has inspired an interest in beer, you can find out a bit more about the production process on a tour of the Greene King brewery in Bury St Edmunds, 25 minutes away.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Dovercourt	22.6 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Brightlingsea	22.8 mi	Estuary	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Felixstowe South	24.2 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
West Mersea	24.3 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	N/A	N/A
Felixstowe North	24.5 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Ickworth House, Park and Gardens 10.6 mi

East Anglian Railway Museum 13.8 mi

Christchurch Mansion 14.3 mi

Colchester Castle Museum 15.9 mi

firstsite 16 mi

National Trust

Lavenham Guildhall 1.9 mi

Melford Hall 5.5 mi

Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds 9.9 mi

Thorington Hall 10.2 mi

Ickworth House, Park and Gardens 10.6 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Lavenham - Brent Eleigh - Monk's Eleigh - Whelp Street - Lavenham 2.1 mi

Lavenham - Long Melford - St Edmund Way - Lavenham 2.1 mi

Felsham - Brettenham - Thorpe Morieux - Thorpe Green - Bull's Wood - Felsham 4.1 mi

Great Waldingfield - Acton - Little Waldingfield - Great Waldingfield 4.5 mi

Great Waldingfield - Little Waldingfield - Great Waldingfield 4.5 mi

Local events

Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival (Saturday 28 September 2024 – Saturday 28 September 2024)
Aldeburgh, Suffolk 28.1 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Does The Six Bells have a swimming pool? No View all features
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What attractions are near The Six Bells? There are plenty of walks you can do around here, including circular walks to the surrounding villages, or the hour or so to Lavenham, where you can visit the Guildhall and Little … Read more
When can I check in and check out of The Six Bells?

Camping and touring

Arrive: 11 a.m. – Anytime

Depart by: 11 a.m.

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