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Kelsale

Built-up area in East Suffolk, Suffolk, England

Coordinates:52.228, 1.493
OS grid ref:TM 38 64
Dialling code: 01728 (Saxmundham)
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Kelsale is a small, historic village in the district of East Suffolk in the county of Suffolk, England, forming part of the civil parish of Kelsale‑cum‑Carlton. It sits a few miles inland from the Suffolk coast close to the market town of Saxmundham, and the area is notable for its well‑preserved period buildings, village green and parish church which give the place a distinctly rural, traditional feel.

The local economy remains largely agricultural with some small businesses and commuters to nearby towns; the village also benefits from its proximity to coastal resorts such as Aldeburgh and Southwold, drawing visitors to the surrounding landscape. Community life centres on village institutions and occasional events, reflecting the strong local identity typical of East Suffolk villages.

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Transport links

  • Norwich International Airport 32.2 miles51.8 km
  • London Southend Airport 56.7 miles91.2 km
  • Saxmundham Railway Station 0.9 miles1.4 km
  • Darsham Railway Station 3.4 miles5.4 km

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Schools in Kelsale

  • Kelsale C of E Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • Cocksfield Hall Historic site 2.9 miles4.6 km
  • Sibton Abbey Historic site 3.5 miles5.6 km
  • Snape Maltings Theatre 4.4 miles7.1 km
  • Minsmere Nature Reserve Nature reserve 4.6 miles7.3 km
  • Aldeburgh's Beach Beach 6.7 miles10.8 km
  • Southwold Harbour Harbour 10.1 miles16.3 km
  • Sutton Hoo Archaeological site 11.3 miles18.1 km
  • Newbourne Springs Nature reserve 14.9 miles24 km
  • Foxall Stadium Stadium 16.5 miles26.6 km
  • Suffolk College University 18.4 miles29.6 km
  • Portman Road Stadium 19 miles30.5 km