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Sternfield

Parish in East Suffolk, Suffolk, England

Coordinates:52.194, 1.501
OS grid ref:TM 39 60
Dialling code: 01728 (Saxmundham)

Sternfield is a small rural parish in East Suffolk, in the county of Suffolk, England, set among rolling arable fields and pockets of ancient woodland. It sits within easy reach of the Suffolk coast and market towns such as Saxmundham and Aldeburgh, making it a quiet base for walkers and anyone looking to explore the quieter lanes and footpaths of the county.

The village retains a strong agricultural character with a modest population and a close-knit community; remnants of its medieval past survive in the form of an old parish church and several traditional cottages and listed buildings. Local life is shaped by farming, country pursuits and commuting to nearby towns, while the peaceful setting and historic feel give it a distinctly Suffolk character.

Postcode districts covering Sternfield

Nearby towns and villages

Neighbouring places

Transport links

  • Airport Norwich International Airport 34.6 miles55.6 km
  • Airport London Southend Airport 55 miles88.6 km
  • Railway station Saxmundham Railway Station 1.6 miles2.5 km
  • Railway station Wickham Market Railway Station 5.2 miles8.4 km

Local points of interest

  • Snape Maltings Theatre 2.1 miles3.3 km
  • Aldeburgh's Beach Beach 5 miles8.1 km
  • Minsmere Nature Reserve Nature reserve 5 miles8.1 km
  • Cocksfield Hall Historic site 5.2 miles8.3 km
  • Sibton Abbey Historic site 5.9 miles9.4 km
  • Sutton Hoo Archaeological site 9.7 miles15.5 km
  • Southwold Harbour Harbour 11.5 miles18.5 km
  • Newbourne Springs Nature reserve 13.2 miles21.2 km
  • Foxall Stadium Stadium 15.2 miles24.4 km
  • Suffolk College University 17.3 miles27.8 km
  • Portman Road Stadium 17.9 miles28.8 km
  • Felixstowe Trinity Terminal Harbour 18.2 miles29.3 km

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