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Destination - Bury St Edmunds

  • Home of St Edmundsbury Cathedral and the ancient Abbey of St Edmund, the patron saint of England until 1350.
  • Thriving market town with easily walkable town centre.
  • Medieval buildings with fine Georgian architecture, including the last working Regency theatre in the British Isles.
  • Extensive range of town centre tours.
  • Brewery tours at Greene King Brewery.
  • Distillery tours at The English Distillery.
  • Close to National Trust Ickworth, a fine neoclassical stately home with striking rotunda.
  • Close to Newmarket, the world HQ for horse racing.
  • Good range of accommodation in and around Bury St Edmunds, including Ickworth Hotel and Spa and Angel Hotel.
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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bury St Edmunds in England?

Bury St Edmunds is in west Suffolk in the East of England. It is a gateway to the Brecks National Character Area and is an historic Wool Town.

How do I get to Bury St Edmunds?

Bury St Edmunds is on the St Edmund’s Line between Ipswich and Cambridge, both of which have regular fast trains to London. Cambridge has connections to the Midlands.

Bury St Edmunds is on the A14 from the Midlands and connects with the M11 from London via the A11.

Why do people visit Bury St Edmunds?

Bury St Edmunds is visited for its laid-back vibe, historic abbey ruins and cathedral, and architecture from medieval to Georgian.

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What is Bury St Edmunds famous for?

Bury St Edmunds is famous for being named after Anglo Saxon King Edmund, who was martyred by the Vikings for his faith.

St Edmund was the first patron saint of England.

Bur St Edmunds has been voted the most dog-friendly town in the country.

Is Bury St Edmunds a walkable town?

Bury St Edmunds is a very walkable town with a compact centre.

Where can I stay in Bury St Edmunds?

Stay in Bury St Edmunds town centre at The Angel Hotel, a favourite of Charles Dickens. Or a short trip away, the wonderful Ickworth Hotel.

Is Bury St Edmunds good for shopping?

Bury St Edmunds has a vibrant shopping scene. Not only that, but it’s restaurant and food and drink offering is one of the best in the region.

Are there any theatres in Bury St Edmunds?

Bury St Edmunds has the last working Regency theatre in the UK, run by the National Trust.

What’s there to do outside Bury St Edmunds?

Visit other Wool Towns including Lavenham or visit National Trust Ickworth. Take a vineyard tour at Coopers Croft Vineyard. Relax at Lackford Lakes or Fullers Mill.

Enjoy the quality menu with speciality coffee and artisan bread by local bakers Wooster's at FOLK.

Combine your trip to Bury St Edmunds with a day’s racing at Newmarket or visit waterfront Ipswich.

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