A wide village street lined with history, with walks connecting to rivers, fields, and fellow wool towns.
Long Melford is one of Suffolk’s most elegant villages, famous for its long high street, grand wool church, and stately homes like Melford Hall and Kentwell Hall. But it’s also a fantastic place to explore on foot — surrounded by pastures, riverside meadows, and gentle trails that link to nearby villages and historic towns.
Walks from the village follow the River Stour or head cross-country to Lavenham, Clare, or Sudbury, making it a perfect stop on a multi-day walking trip through the Wool Towns. The paths are mostly level, passing through open fields, hedgerows, and hidden commons, with plenty of chances to pause for views, churches, and pub gardens.
Whether you’re wandering the high street, walking the estate grounds, or heading into the countryside, Long Melford is a well-connected base for self-guided walking with real character.
Coaching inns, countryside B&Bs, and heritage-rich accommodation options.
Walks that pass through or begin around Long Melford.
