A picturesque market town set in the beautiful Suffolk countryside, Framlingham was once the capital of East Anglia.

The castle, which dominates the town is 12th C. and owned by English Heritage. Mary Tudor lived here in 1553 - and it was here that she heard that she had become Queen of England. Visitors can walk around the battlements, which give a wonderful view over the countryside and the mere. Concerts and re-enactments take place in the grounds, usually between May and September.

The town has many interesting shops, with quaint buildings dating from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. The best examples are on Market Hill. The 15th C. Church of St Michael is of considerable importance and contains the tomb of the Howards, the Lords of Framlingham.

Framlingham is an excellent base for exploring the unspoilt countryside of Suffolk, with quiet lanes ideal for walking and cycling.

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