Are you thinking of taking a step back from urban living, but want to stay close to town or city amenities? The village of Bramford in Suffolk gives you the best of both worlds. You can be in Ipswich in minutes for work or play, then return to the more relaxed pace of rural living.
Bramford is just three miles from Ipswich, but with its rolling hills and gently flowing river, it feels like another world. It’s a relaxed and welcoming place, with a genuine community feel and everything you need to hand.
If you’re searching for a better work-life balance, Bramford is a good place to look.
It’s so easy to spend your perfect weekend day in Bramford. A walk along the River Gipping or a short drive to the beach at Old Felixstowe followed by a hearty, home-cooked meal at the 15th century village inn, The Bramford Cock. It’s a family-friendly pub that welcomes four-pawed diners, too.
There’s a selection of shops selling essentials, and an Indian takeaway for those lovely, lazy nights in. Flourish & Bean is the place to go for coffee and homemade cake – look out for daily specials and tasting events. Join in with the local sports community at Bramford Sports Pavilion, which has bowls, football and tennis clubs.
With its blend of beautiful countryside and its stunning Heritage Coast, Suffolk is the perfect place to live if you love outdoor adventures. Enjoy days at the beach and long rural walks with the dog, discovering the ancient woodlands and peaceful nature reserves of your new Suffolk home.
Suffolk’s 50-mile coastline stretches from family-friendly Lowestoft to the Port of Felixstowe. Along its way, it passes through beautiful sandy bays, wildlife reserves and historic fishing ports. There are several popular seaside resorts close to Ipswich, including Aldeburgh and Southwold. You’re also an easy drive away from Suffolk’s many historic visitor attractions, such as Sutton Hoo, Framlingham Castle and St Edmundsbury Cathedral.
Bramford is just three miles from Ipswich with its vibrant waterfront, galleries and theatres. Many people who work in Ipswich choose to live in nearby villages like Bramford, enjoying the greater variety of activities and varying pace of life this offers them.
Ipswich Waterfront is the place to go for food, drink and people watching. Come here for relaxed waterside lunches, pre-theatre dining or at night, when the marina has a lively, almost-Mediterranean vibe. Take a boat trip along the river, and keep an eye on the Waterfront’s programme of events.
If your family loves animals, you’ll be spoilt for choice for days out near Bramford. Try Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park and Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm or go for a memorable walk with Hilly Ridge Alpacas. Persuade the kids to come food shopping with you, with the promise of the farm trail and cute animals at Hollow Trees Farm Shop.
There’s fishing, boating and kayaking at The Suffolk Waterpark, and in Ipswich, there are play areas in Holywell Park and Christchurch Park. Jump In Adventure Park is the place to go if they really need to let off steam, or for a calmer day out, head for Ipswich and its choice of museums.
Bramford is close to the A12 and A14, which makes cross-county travel easier. If you’re journeying further afield, drive or take the bus to Ipswich railway station, where you can get a direct train to London Liverpool Street. It typically takes about an hour to get to the capital by train.
It’s also around an hour’s drive to get to Stansted Airport, and you can be at the ferry port in Harwich in just 40 minutes. Perfect for easy family holidays or quick business trips.
Most children in Bramford attend the village primary school or nearby Claydon Primary School in Ipswich. When it’s time for secondary school, the closest schools in Ipswich are Claydon High School and Northgate High School. There’s a grammar school in Colchester (about 18 miles) as well as a sixth form college.
If you’re moving to Bramford with a young family, there’s a pre-school attached to the village primary school. Older children? There are universities in Ipswich and Colchester.
Our new development, Church View in Bramford, treads lightly on the local landscape and environment. These are the UK’s first zero energy bills new-build homes, using green home technologies to reduce energy use. A large open space encourages local wildlife and enhances the fresh, leafy feel of the development.
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