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Eye is one of our smallest towns. Centuries ago it was an island town to which King John granted a charter in 1205. There was a Norman castle built there, however not much remains as the castle was attacked by Cromwell's troops in 1655. The castle ruins, set on a lofty mound are open all year round.

A walk around the town reveals a wealth of lovely 19th-century buildings and a fine 16th-century guildhall. Chippenhall Hall, now a gracious country hotel, is a heavily beamed listed Tudor building, a house of this site was originally mentioned in the Doomsday Book. Other buildings of note include the Priory of St.Peter, founded as a Benedictine Monastery in 1066 and beautiful Linden House, dating 16th-century. Interestingly, Linden House was one of the setting for Agatha Christie's Miss Marple.

In its tranquil setting on the River Dove, Eye offers a peaceful harmonious place where the visitor can unwind, relax and throw away the cares of modern life. It is surrounded by a patchwork of villages which include Southwold, Walberwick, Alderborough, Orford and Dunwich. It is with easy driving distance of Diss where you will find a beautiful mere, a haven for wildfowl. Also close-by is Billingford Mill and Bomb Group 100th Museum.

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	The Cornwallis Country Hotel Rectory Road, Brome, Eye, Suffolk, Suffolk, England (1.8 miles, 2.9 km, direction N) The Cornwallis Hotel was originally built in 1561 and sits within 20 acres of stunning gardens, providing a peaceful setting in which you can relax and unwind.... More info and book online.. Price from £65.00
	Brome Grange Hotel Brome, Eye, Suffolk, England (1.9 miles, 3.0 km, direction NW) Set in lush countryside, Brome Grange Hotel is surrounded by delightful gardens and screened from the convenient a140. Situated between the historic market towns of Diss and Eye, it is an ideal locati... More info and book online.. Price from £60.00
	The Four Horseshoes Wickham Road, Thornham Magna, Eye, Suffolk, England (3.2 miles, 5.2 km, direction SW) A charming 12th century inn situated in the beautiful Suffolk village of Thornham Magna. An abundance of fascinating features create the perfect atmosphere alongside great service and standards. The... More info and book online.. Price from £75.00
	Gissing Hall Hotel Upper Street, Gissing, Diss, Norfolk, England (7.3 miles, 11.8 km, direction N) Gissing Hall is a listed family mansion, dating back to the fifteenth century. Once the centre of an estate, it is now the home of its owners, Ann and William Brennan. This family owned country hous... More info and book online.. Price from £50.00
	The Crown Hotel Market Hill, Framlingham, Suffolk, England (10.7 miles, 17.2 km, direction SE) Sitting proudly in the beautiful square of the Suffolk market town of Framlingham. The Crown Hotel is a family run hotel with a very warm and friendly atmosphere. The Crown Hotel provides the idea... More info and book online.. Price from £75.00

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Nearby travel help

Diss Station	(3.9 miles, 6.3 km, direction N)
Stowmarket Station	(11.1 miles, 17.8 km, direction SW)
Norwich Airport	(25.1 miles, 40.4 km, direction N)
Cambridge Airport	(42.0 miles, 67.6 km, direction W)
M11 Junction 9	(44.8 miles, 72.0 km, direction SW)
M11 Junction 10	(45.4 miles, 73.0 km, direction W)
Eye to London	(78.2 miles, 125.8 km, direction SW)