Aldeburgh

The town of Aldeburgh

Aldeburgh was one of the leading ports on the east coast, during the 16th century and had a flourishing shipbuilding industry. The men of Aldeburgh served with Sir Francis Drake in the Greyhound and Pelican, both built in the local docks. Ship-building declined when the lower reaches of the River Aide silted up, becoming unnavigable to larger ships. It is now a haven for pleasure boats and yachtsmen.

The 19th century Maltings at Snape, just outside the town, is the venue for the annual Aldeburgh Music Festival on of the best musical events in Britain.

Tourist Information Centre:

High Street, Aldeburgh, Suffolk IP15 5AQ - Tel: 01728 453637

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Places to Visit Near Aldeburgh

Africa Alive | Transport Museum | Easton Farm Park | Flatford Mill | Framlingham Castle | Ickworth House | Lavenham Guildhall | Maritime Museum | National Horseracing Museum | Otter Trust | Minsmere Nature Reserve | Sutton Hoo

Other Towns and Villages in East Anglia

Aldeburgh, Bury St. Edmunds, Felixstowe, Haverhill, Ipswich, Lowestoft, Sudbury

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