Pilgrims have travelled to Bury St Edmunds for centuries to see where St Edmund, East Anglia's last Saxon King who died in 869, is buried. The abbey built on top of his grave became one of the most powerful medieval monasteries in Europe and today is a beautiful ruin surrounded by a peaceful park. The wealth of the market town was fed by the abbey’s visitors, and many of the buildings in the historic heart of the town are medieval, or half-timbered medieval buildings hidden behind elegant Georgian facades. You’ll find some of the best places to stay in Bury St Edmunds in its historic centre, but there are another couple of charmers: converted from a 17th century mill, and a National Trust property, which are just outside of town.
As well as St Edmund, people travel to Bury St Edmunds to visit the local breweries, one of which, Greene King, has been operating on the same spot close to the cathedral since 1799. Bury St Edmunds also has a cathedral, the ruins of an abbey, a number of important churches — one which houses the the remains of Mary Tudor — Britain’s only surviving Regency playhouse, and a number of very excellent public houses, making the best places to stay in Bury St Edmunds a great choice for mini-breakers, with an interest in all things ancient. This is clearly a historic town, but it’s also a lively market town, with an excellent collection of shops, boutiques, art galleries, and places to eat and drink.
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Bury St Edmunds
Family retreat set in 1800 acres of National Trust with amenities to suit all ages. Spa, cinema room, swimming pool and games room to ensure maximum entertainment and relaxation. Complimentary creche and a focus on entertaining children makes this an ideal choice for family getaway. Dogs welcome.
Suffolk
Converted watermill with top notch contemporary interiors and a serene pond-side location. Large rooms and beds and walk in showers, excellent food, a comfortable escape from the city.
Bury St Edmunds (Bury St Edmunds)
Set in the old market town of Bury St Edmunds this is an impressive historic hotel. The rooms are contemporary yet still have a traditional feel. The restaurant serves up high quality British fare. The pretty town and nature parks offer great walks. The perfect weekend getaway.
Bury St Edmunds (Suffolk)
A beautifully refurbished village inn with rooms in a nearby farm cottage. Perfectly mixing the old and the new, the interiors feature exposed beams, wonky walls, stone floors, patterned headboards, and rich fabrics. The food is exemplary and there's even an on-site microbrewery. A rural idyll.
