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This pleasant place is found amidst the rolling countryside of Suffolk and is but a few short miles from lovely Bury St. Edmunds. It has typical Suffolk properties including some that seemingly step right from the pages of history books. These include Plumpton Hall, where two of Oliver Cromwell's brothers-in-law lived, Doveden Hall - a beautiful moated property with tall Tudor chimneys and the red brick half-timbered Manston Hall, a farmhouse surrounded by glowing meadows.

Unique in Whepstead is the church dedicated to St.Petronilla, the only such dedication in England. The church is found in a tree-shaded churchyard surrounded by graves and tombs of generations of old Suffolk families. It has a stumpy embattled tower which was crowned by a spire until the night Cromwell died when it is reputed to have fallen off! The interior of the church shows beautiful stained glass windows and many relics from its historic past, these include a most interesting rood-loft stairway set into the south wall. One of the steps has a piscina drain, indicating that it was used at one time to serve an alter set against the wall. There is also some intricate carving and nice timberwork to the roof above the alter. The atmosphere of this small church exudes serenity, it is well worth a visit.

The area possesses many interesting places to visit, these include magnificent Ickworth with its fascinating rotunda and priceless art collection and if you are in search of the delights of a city, where better than Bury St.Edmunds, where the remains of Saxon King Edmund are kept.

Those wishing to spend a few days looking around will find a good selection of comfortable hotels, pleasant inns (ancient and modern) nice restaurants, good shopping facilities and plenty of tourist attractions.

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Hotels & Accommodation in Whepstead

	Angel Hotel 3 Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England (3.9 miles, 6.3 km, direction N) Situated on one of the prettiest squares in the country, opposite the Abbey Gardens, is the historic Angel Hotel. Opened in 1452. Traditional Georgian elegance and charm, coupled with contemporary d... More info and book online.. Price from £80.00
	Ramada Bury St Edmunds Symonds Road, Moreton Hall, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England (4.0 miles, 6.5 km, direction NE) The Ramada Bury St Edmunds is situated by this charming town commonly known as the 'Crossroads of East Anglia'. Leisure travellers will also appreciate the close proximity of Cambridge, Ely and Newmar... More info and book online.. Price from £60.00
	Best Western Priory Hotel Mildenhall Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England (5.0 miles, 8.1 km, direction N) This privately-owned, historic country house is set in private gardens and offers warm hospitality and high standards of service. The Best Western Priory Hotel is an ideal getaway from the frenet... More info and book online.. Price from £75.00
	Ravenwood Hall Hotel Rougham, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England (5.4 miles, 8.6 km, direction NE) Suffolk's ultimate retreat boasts rooms with intimate decor, sensational food and extraordinary hospitality. Set in 7 acres, enjoy perfection at this historical country house hotel, with easy access t... More info and book online.. Price from £79.00
	The Suffolk Hotel Golf and Leisure club Golf And Country Club, Fornham St Genevieve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England (5.9 miles, 9.4 km, direction N) Suffolk Hotel Gold & Leisure has 40 bedrooms, many with great views across the golf course and woods. The redesigned 18 hole golf course is described as one of prettiest in East Anglia. The Genevi... More info and book online.. Price from £65.00

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Nearby travel help

Bury St. Edmunds Station	(4.4 miles, 7.0 km, direction N)
Thurston Station	(6.7 miles, 10.8 km, direction NE)
Cambridge Airport	(21.5 miles, 34.6 km, direction W)
M11 Junction 9	(23.0 miles, 37.1 km, direction SW)
M11 Junction 10	(23.8 miles, 38.3 km, direction W)
London Stansted Airport	(28.4 miles, 45.6 km, direction SW)
Whepstead to London	(58.5 miles, 94.2 km, direction SW)