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- Talbot Trail | Sudbury Town Council
Explore Sudbury's fascinating past on The Talbot Trail The Talbot Trail is a series of 14 statues around Sudbury that depict various fascinating episodes in the town’s history over the centuries. The trail is an excellent way to navigate your way around Sudbury with many of the town's ancient natural, historical and architectural gems to enjoy on route. Come and explore Sudbury via The Talbot Trail. You'll find the first statue 'The Town Gaol' and the beginning of The Talbot Trail behind Sudbury Town Hall, in Gaol Lane, located near the impressive Victorian doorway that forms the entrance to Sudbury Tourist Information & Heritage Centre. Here, in the Tourist Information Centre, you can also pick up a free copy of the map and detailing the history behind each statue. Start point location here. Take a look below for the fascinating stories / history to accompany each statue... Download an illustrated map of the Talbot Trail 1. the town gaol Welcome to the start of The Talbot Trail! You'll find the first statue behind Sudbury Town Hall, in Gaol Lane, located near the impressive Victorian doorway that forms the entrance to Sudbury Heritage Centre & Museum. Originally this was the gateway to Sudbury Court where prisoners were locked up in the gaol below to await trial. Start off your trail with a look around Sudbury's Heritage Centre for some fascinating insights into Sudbury's history. The Town Hall was built by Thomas Ginn of Sudbury in 1826/27 and opened for use in 1828. Take a moment to majestic building in the Greek classic style occupying its prestigious site overlooking the Old Market Place. 2. 101 dalmations From the second statue on the Talbot Trail just outside The Town Hall steps, cast your eyes over the road where you'll see the drinking fountain and horse trough sitting against the railings outside St Peter’s Church. This was the site where Pongo and Perdita stopped for water while searching for their lost puppies in 101 Dalmatians - the children’s book by Dodie Smith. (You'll find more information in The Heritage Centre on Gaol Lane). Take a moment to appreciate St Peter’s, a beautiful Grade I listed building with a wealth of heritage, dating back to the 14th Century. St Peter's is now a thriving cultural centre, hosting a year round programme of events. 3. boudicea On King Street you'll find the 3rd Talbot statue of the fearsome Boudicea. The Queen of the Iceni, Boudicea, is likely to have gained the support of the Trinovante at Sudbury in AD 44 on her way to rout the Roman garrison at Colchester with the intention of burning the town to the ground. Sudbury is thought to have been a Trinovante stronghold in those days and evidence suggests the Trinovante tribes supported the neighbouring Iceni. Did Boudicea pass through Sudbury? We don't know for sure, but she would've certainly been close by as she expanded her troops! 4. the rotten borough Just outside The Lady Elizabeth Hotel & Bar (there is many a pub on this trail) you'll find statue number 4 which depicts 'The Rotten Borough' - the second literary reference along The Talbot Trail. Sudbury gained a reputation for electoral corruption in the 19th century, and novelist Charles Dickens used it as the model for his 'Eatanswill' in The Pickwick Papers, written in 1836. In one Sudbury election, a wealthy parliamentary candidate is said to have spent £10,000 in bribing voters. Oh dear. 5. the running boy On Gainsborough Street, near Christopher Lane you'll find the Talbot bronze for 'The Running Boy' depicting a remarkable tale about a long distance runner. In April 1879, a young apprentice named James Bigmore , ran alongside the Norwich coach, all the way from Sudbury to Norwich, a distance of 60 miles in 6 hours! Today, this is a great street for independent cafes, shops, some wonderful listed buildings and not forgetting Gainsborough's House just over the road - so keep your eyes peeled for blue plaques along this stretch of the trail. 6. the great blondin In 1872 this world famous high wire artist made a visit to Sudbury. On a rope suspended across the yard behind The Anchor in Friars Street (look out for the original Anchor sign as you enter Friars Street, locals fought to save it given the pub's historical significance). Blondin demonstrated his unique skills by pushing a member of the public across the abyss, in a wheel barrow. While exploring Friars Street remember it follows the 'Great Ditch', the earthwork defences erected to protect the Saxon town. Take your time on this stretch of the trail and enjoy the unique architecture, listed buildings and some quality independent eateries and shops. 7. mr & mrs gainsborough Number 7 on the Talbot Trail marks a significant site for the artist Thomas Gainsborough (b. Sudbury 1727–1788). In 1746 after his marriage to Margaret Burr, Gainsborough returned to Sudbury, specifically to 31a Friars Street, to work as a portrait painter for the local gentry and mercantile classes. Here his daughters were born and he painted many portraits of them before moving to Ipswich. Gainsborough displayed an early talent for drawing and painting, spending much of his childhood sketching in the woods and fields surrounding Sudbury. It was here that his love of landscape painting first developed, a passion that would go on to become an abiding feature of his artistic career. 8. river transport Access to the North Sea and London by boat allowed Sudbury’s industries to thrive. A number of local products including wool and brick were sent by barge to London from the Quay in Quay Lane. Clay in this region produced bricks that were much sought after. Today the site is home to The Quay Theatre with a varied arts programme. The River Stour Trust are also based here offering pleasure craft rides along the river (many of the old locks have now gone meaning only smaller craft can navigate the river). The Gainsborough Trail Meadow Walk along the old railway line is also accessible via this point and is an excellent way to enjoy a gentle stroll along the river and Sudbury's ancient Common Lands. 9. dancing bears Where Friars Street meets Church Street you'll find Talbot statue number 9 depicting the shameful Victorian form of street entertainment the Dancing Bears. Bears were brought to Sudbury by Victorian showmen to entertain the local population. The muzzled bears were taken down the passage beside 54 Church Street, opposite, where the showmen lodged in cheap accommodation at the rear. Follow Church street as it hooks around to meet Cross Street for the beautiful All Saints Church - a must see along The Talbot Trail. 10. amicia de clare Number 10 on the trail depicts Amicia, the daughter of the Earl of Gloucester, who in the 12th century, married into the powerful de Clare family and brought her wealth to Sudbury. She founded a hospital by Ballingdon Bridge and had a new bridge constructed with stone from northern France. Today's Ballingdon Bridge opened in 2003, and was designed by Brookes, Stacey and Randell and built by Arup. Ballingdon was once a separate village in the County of Essex, today it is very much part of Sudbury and the only part of the town to the south of the River Stour. 11. the water meadows Sudbury's famous Water Meadows that nuzzle up to the town have been grazed continuously for a thousand years. In 1260 Richard de Clare gave the pastures to the burgesses of the town for a rent of 40 shillings a year. Having never been farmed, Sudbury's Common Lands are as breathtaking as ever and remain a haven for wildlife and humans alike. On behalf of Sudbury Town Council the Common Lands are managed by The Common Lands Charity and are accessible for all to enjoy year round. Both the Stour Valley Path and The St Edmunds way pass through this beautiful landscape that has inspired some of the world's most celebrated artists, among them Sudbury's very own Thomas Gainsborough. 12. the peasant's revolt As Chancellor it was Simon of Sudbury's job to support the king and raise funds for the war with France. He made every person over 15 pay a Poll Tax, something the poor bitterly resented. A rebellion in 1381 resulted in Simon being decapitated by an angry mob. In the vestry of St Gregory's is the head of Simon of Sudbury who was executed in this Peasants' Revolt. There is a comprehensive display at Sudbury's Heritage Centre of this gory episode of local history if you have a penchant for the macabre. Our monthly guided walk 'Step into The Sudbury Story' includes a rare viewing of Simon's head at St Greogory's. 13. simon of sudbury As Chancellor it was Simon of Sudbury's job to support the king and raise funds for the war with France. He made every person over 15 pay a Poll Tax, something the poor bitterly resented. A rebellion in 1381 resulted in Simon being decapitated by an angry mob. In the vestry of St Gregory's is the head of Simon of Sudbury who was executed in this Peasants' Revolt. There is a comprehensive display at Sudbury's Heritage Centre of this gory episode of local history if you have a penchant for the macabre. Our monthly guided walk 'Step into The Sudbury Story' includes a rare viewing of Simon's head at St Greogory's. 14. william kemp's jig The final bronze on this trail marks a site in Sudbury where Will Kemp, an Elizabethan actor (and somewhat of a clown by all accounts) jigged his way from London to Norwich. On the fifth day of this spectacle Kemp passed through Sudbury meeting many friendly locals on route including a Sudbury Milk maid who joined him all the way to Long Melford. The full account of this incredible spectacle that took place in Spring 1599 is known as 'Kemp's nine daies wonder'. Will Kemp was known to be purveyor of "mad jests and merry jigs" and with Shakespeare was in the Company of the Lord Chamberlain's Men. It is probable that many of the Bard's comic roles were written with Kemp in mind.
- Sudbury Sports Events | Sudbury Town Council
Sport Events in Sudbury Throughout the year in Sudbury, people of all ages are playing and supporting many different sport clubs. If you want to join them, watch them or support them, check out their websites via the links below! Football AFC Sudbury View Cricket Sudbury Cricket Club View Rugby Sudbury RFC View hockey Sudbury hockey club View tennis Sudbury tennis club View bowls Sudbury bowls club View
- Get Outdoors in Suffolk | Sudbury Town Council
Discover scenic Sudbury, including our Friars Meadow designated bathing site and beautiful strolls in nature. Get Outdoors Experience fresh air, river walks, scenic trails and the space to relax in the great outdoors here in Sudbury, Suffolk. Whether you’re planning a relaxing day by the water, a countryside walk, or a car-free adventure by train, there are countless ways to explore Sudbury's beautiful landscapes and open spaces. From peaceful walking routes with wildlife havens to the designated bathing site at Friars Meadow, it’s never been easier to reconnect with nature. Swim, paddle, picnic. Take a dip at Friars Meadow, where our stretch of the River Stour is recognised as a designated bathing water site! Perfect for warm summer days, or wrapping up for colder strolls, the riverside offers a place to swim, paddle, picnic or simply enjoy time outdoors beside the water. Support local by checking out Sudbury pubs and eateries or pick up some fresh goods from the Market if you're visiting on a Thursday or Saturday! Whether you’re visiting with family, meeting friends or looking for a peaceful spot to reconnect with nature, Friars Meadow is one of Sudbury's top outdoor locations. Please read all information available from the Environment Agency and Anglian Water before deciding to swim at Friars Meadow. Photo: Bill Hiskett Photography Visit the River Stour Trust website View information on bathing sites Where to eat & drink in Sudbury View Fluidity paddling and kayaking View on a map View walks in and around Sudbury Visit the Discover Suffolk website Stroll, ramble, stride. Walk in Gainsborough's footsteps, discover Sudbury's industrious past and present and the buildings that characterise the wealth of The Wool Towns, walk along lost railways, discover Sudbury's Silk Weaving heritage and the ancient water meadows - a haven for wildlife. Photo: Bill Hiskett Photography sUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT Exploring by train, bike or on foot is one of the best ways to experience Sudbury at a slower pace while helping to protect the landscapes Gainsborough once enjoyed. Choosing sustainable travel can reduce congestion, improve air quality and support a cleaner, healthier environment for everyone. With great rail connections, scenic cycling routes and walkable outdoor spaces, getting outdoors without the car is easier than ever. If you do choose to travel by car, there are plenty of car parks in Sudbury with free parking on Sundays! Photo: Sudbury Town Council View Konect Buses website Visit the Greater Anglia website Visit Cycling UK to plan your route View parking options Visit Sudbury Common Lands website Visit Suffolk Biodiversity Information The Commonlands & biodiversity The ancient Common Lands of Sudbury are one of Suffolk’s most remarkable surviving landscapes. e are incredibly lucky to have a network of historic water meadows, grazing marshes and wetlands that have remained largely untouched for centuries. Because much of the land has never been ploughed or treated with chemicals, it supports an exceptional range of biodiversity, from native wildflowers and grasses to rare wetland plants, insects, birds and mammals. Carefully managed through traditional summer grazing, the meadows provide an important refuge for wildlife while preserving the unique riverside character of the Stour Valley. Photo: Bill Hiskett Photography
- Annual Town Meeting | Sudbury Town Council
View information on the Sudbury Annual Town Meeting 2026 and have your say on the issues raised. annual town meeting 2026 Wednesday April 1st 2026, 7pm The Assembly Room, Sudbury Town Hall, CO10 1TL what is the annual town meeting? An annual town meeting is a public meeting of local electors where the community reviews the actions of the Town Council over the past year, receives brief reports from the council, and raises questions or issues of local concern. It is a forum for accountability and community discussion, rather than a decision-making meeting of the council itself. The public are welcome to attend and participate in the meeting. sudbury - have your say Click here to fill out the form Sudbury Town Council is inviting residents, workers and visitors to take part in a short feedback survey to help us better understand what matters most to our community in Sudbury. The form takes around 10 minutes to complete and asks a small number of questions about you (such as whether you live, work or visit the town), your views on the services and events we deliver, and any wider concerns you may have about life in the town. This information helps us understand who is responding, what is working well, and where improvements or additional support may be needed. Your responses will be reviewed and the most important and common issues raised will be presented at the Annual Town Meeting. Taking part is an important way to make your voice heard and to help shape the Town Council’s priorities for the year ahead. faq's Who can attend the meeting? The AGM is a meeting of all electors for Sudbury, so both residents of Sudbury and the general public are welcome to attend. Will I be able to ask questions? Any registered elector may ask questions to Sudbury Town Council. Who will chair the meeting? The Mayor of Sudbury will chair in the meeting or in their absence the Deputy Mayor. Other Sudbury Town Councillors and the Town Clerk will also be in attendance. Will notes be taken? Yes, a written record of the meeting will be taken and the minutes will be uploaded to the website in due course.
- Past meeting minutes | Sudbury Town Council
Sudbury Town Council Meeting minutes for the past 5 years. Previous Years Committee Meetings If you would like copies of past Council meetings minutes that are not below, please get in touch with us here. Committee Structures Sudbury Town Councillors 2020 2020 Committee Meetings 2020 2021 2021 Committee Meetings 2021 2022 2022 Committee Meetings 2022 2023 2023 Committee Meetings 2023 2024 2024 Committee Meetings 2024 2025 2025 Committee Meetings 2025
- Getting Here | Sudbury Town Council
Getting Here Thank you for planning your visit to Sudbury, we look forward to welcoming you! There are 3 long stay and 2 short stay car parks within close proximity to the town centre. Take a look below for locations, charges and extra facilities including accessible parking and charging points for electric vehicles. There are also many options to join us car free by train, bus or or there are many fantastic cycling and walking routes to, in and around Sudbury. Take a look at the Suffolk on Board website for car-free options to visit us. There is also a Coach and Lorry Park available with 12 spaces, please see below for details. Car Parks in Sudbury are owned and operated by Babergh District Council. Season and overnight parking permits can be purchased for Sudbury car parks from Babergh District Council's website here. By Car Sudbury has seven car parks in total and one coach & lorry park. These sites are maintained by Babergh District Council, and you can find the full information including charges, stay times and accessibility by clicking the relevant buttons. If you have any questions regarding which car park may be most suitable for your needs, please feel free to contact us! Friars Meadow Car Park Railway Station Car Park Girling Street Car Park Great Eastern Road Car Park North Street Car Park Quay Lane Car Park Stour Street Car Park Coach & Lorry Park By train Sudbury is easy to reach by rail, with regular train services connecting us to Marks Tey for onward journeys to Colchester, Ipswich, Chelmsford and London Liverpool Street. The Gainsborough line offers a simple and reliable way to travel into the heart of historic Suffolk, whether you’re visiting for shopping, dining, local events or exploring the surrounding countryside. With the station just a short walk from the town centre, travelling to Sudbury by train makes planning your visit straightforward and convenient. ESSCRP Gainsborough Line Greater Anglia By Bus Sudbury is well connected by bus with direct routes to nearby towns such as Bury St Edmunds, Braintree, Hadleigh and even Colchester. Konect Buses are the main company that serves Sudbury, with Beestons providing a service to Hadleigh and Felix providing not only a circular Sudbury - Long Melford route but plenty of day excursions! Go Start are a charitable organisation providing transport to those who may not otherwise be able to stay connected & independent. Sudbury Bus Stop | Konect Felix Coaches Go Start Community Transport Beestons
- Sudbury on Show | Sudbury Town Council
Download the guide Saturday 28th March 2026 10am - 3pm at Sudbury Town Hall & Sudbury Arts Centre That's a wrap! What. A. Turnout! Sudbury On Show 2026 has concluded and we couldn't have asked for a better turnout! Seeing the amount of support for local charity and community groups goes to show just how passionate the people of Sudbury are about their town. If you're curious, you can still find the list of groups by downloading the guide. Massive thanks to the team at Sudbury Arts Centre for their partnership and use of their space for this event! Founded by the late, great Andrew Phillips, OBE - Sudbury on Show is a biennial celebration of the many community organisations that make Sudbury unique. The event is organised by Sudbury Town Council, and since 2024, has been organised and hosted in partnership with Sudbury Arts Centre. "We live in challenging times! Driven by the assumption that ‘bigger is better’ the overlooked reality is that contentment and fulfilment mostly depend on a sense of belonging and a communal life rich in relationships, otherwise people tend to feel lonely – even anonymous’. ‘Sudbury on Show' is a chance for us all to celebrate the many great things still going on in our wonderful town and district. Above all we hope it encourages people to get involved and so contribute to our general wellbeing" Andrew Phillips, OBE (1939 - 2023) Sudbury on Show Founder Unveiling of Andrew Phillips OBE Memorial Plaque Prior to Sudbury on Show 2024 opening to the public, together with The Mayor of Sudbury, Olly Phillips and Sam Thornton, Chair of The Sudbury Society we unveiled the Andrew Phillips Memorial Plaque which sits proudly on the beautiful facade of Sudbury Library (formerly The Corn Exchange). Andrew Phillips was instrumental in saving the Corn Exchange from demolition and its subsequent conversion into the library. Just one of many local projects to ensure Sudbury's heritage is preserved whilst never resisting change for the betterment of our town. Sudbury owes a debt of gratitude to the work of this great man - he has left an indelible mark on Sudbury.
- Places To Stay | Sudbury Town Council
Where to stay in Sudbury, Suffolk - from cosy cottages, back to nature camping sites to luxury hotels. Photo Credit - Andy Longhurst PLACES TO STAY IN AND AROUND SUDBURY Set in the heart of the beautiful Stour Valley on the Essex / Suffolk border, surrounded by the outstanding landscape that inspired painters Thomas Gainsborough and John Constable, Sudbury is the perfect base for your Stour Valley staycation. Sudbury is a 'Walkers are Welcome' and dog-friendly town and many of the accomodations listed below will give your canine friend as warm a welcome as you! If you are visiting from further afield, towns don't get much more quintessentially English than Sudbury. Need a hand planning your trip? Visit our friendly team at the Tourist Information Centre who can help you make the most of your visit. 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Borley MORE INFO Clark Farm Camping Spacious Camping Site With Views Belchamp Water MORE INFO Gosfield Lake Resort Campsite With Restaurant & Watersports Halstead MORE INFO Henny Riverside Camping Riverside Camping & Glamping Site. Great Henny MORE INFO Little Ropers Woodland Camping Woodland Camping With Local Walks Assington MORE INFO Polstead Camping & Caravanning Landscaped Adult Only Campsite Polstead MORE INFO The Tedding @ Kentwell Hall No Electric Tent Site At Kentwell Hall Long Melford MORE INFO Waldegrave Farm Non Electric Camping With B&B Hartest MORE INFO Willowmere Caravan & Camping Tent, Camper & Caravan Pitches Little Cornard MORE INFO Woodchests Glamping Luxury Bell Tent Glamping Pebmarsh MORE INFO
- Council | Sudbury Town Council
Council meeting dates | View councillors | Meeting agendas & minutes Sudbury Town Council & General Power of Competence Council Meetings 2026 Next Which Council Does What? Next Meet your Councillors Next Policies Next Committee Structures Next The Mayor of Sudbury Next General Power of Competence The General Power of Competence was extended to parish and town councils by virtue of Localism Act 2011. The power allows a council that meets the statutory conditions to do anything that an individual may generally do. The General Power of Competence which is an uncapped power of expenditure also becomes the power of first resort. The conditions of eligibility to exercise the power are: That two thirds of the councils members are elected either at the last ordinary election or by subsequent by-election. That the councils clerk holds a relevant qualification for the purpose of the Act and has passed Module 7 of the CiLCA 2012. Sudbury Town Council has passed a resolution to confirm that it meets the statutory conditions and become one of the first councils in the county to adopt the power.
- Plant Fair | Sudbury Town Council
A highlight in Suffolk's horticultural calendar! Sudbury Plant Fair 2026 Sudbury Plant Fair 2026 Sudbury Plant Fair 2026 Sudbury Plant Fair 2026 1/15 Sudbury Plant & Flower Fair 2026 THANK YOU! A little bit of drizzle certainly doesn't stop Sudburians from showing up to this year's Plant Fair! Bank Holiday Monday may have been grey, but the town still turned out in full force for an amazing array of stallholders with their beautiful blooms and pretty perennials. Thank you to everyone who attended and to all of the lovely stallholders! Sudbury's Plant & Flower Fair has become a highlight in East Anglia's horticultural calendar. Taking place in the centre of Sudbury the fair features a range of East Anglia's best quality nurseries and specialist growers. The new format event, delivered by Sudbury Town Council includes free creative and eco workshops, local florists and cut flowers growers and sellers, wildlife and biodiversity organisations and an opportunity to get green fingered with our experts. meet our stallholders: Plant & Flower stalls: Cannells - Sustainable Flower Farm Evie & Flow - The Sudbury Flower Farm Explore Sudbury Helens Herbaceous Jelly Cottage Plants Lovelands Honey Realised Futures - Nowton Park Redman Plants Rougham Hall Nurseries Ltd Sudbury in Bloom Sudbury Plants Suffolk Wildlife Trust The Front Gardeners The Garden Nursery (Constitution Hill) The Quay Plant Stall Vegelicious Nursery Refreshments: Bucketlist Whippy Bros


