Set in the heart of the Stour Valley, the market town of Sudbury was for centuries a centre of the weaving and silk industries.

The painter Thomas Gainsborough was born here, and a fine collection of his paintings can be seen in his house - which also has a contemporary art gallery, and a print workshop offering courses.

There is a traditional market on Thursdays and Saturdays, as well as a farmers´ market on the last Friday of each month. There is also a lovely range of shops to browse around. Teashops, restaurants and pubs are plentiful - or for something a bit different, enjoy a boat trip on the River Stour, with cream teas at The Granary on Summer Sundays.

Next to The Granary is The Quay - an intimate, atmospheric theatre in a building dating from 1792, which used to be the town´s grain warehouse. The Quay has a lively programme of events and has also recently started showing films. For the more energetic visitors, the Riverside Walk and water meadows offer an opportunity for a
relaxing change of scenery.

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