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| Snape |
An Anglo-Saxon ship was unearthed at Snape
in 1862, the ship was dated to around AD625. The village of
Snape has been a port, albeit a small one, since Roman times,
mainly dealing with coal and grain. The river is tidal as far
as Snape, however the sea although only 5 miles as the crow
flies is in fact 20 miles by boat. It was the riverside location
that made it an ideal choice for Newson Garrett to build his
maltings. Here he processed locally grown barley and then shipped
it from Snape to the London brewers.
Most of the buildings date from 1850 onwards and are quite unique
in their appearance. Nowadays they are not used for malthouse
work but instead house a selection of shops, art galleries,
restaurants and since 1967, the Snape Maltings Concert Hall.
The idea for the concert hall came from
Lowestoft born composer Benjamin Britten (who lived at nearby
Aldeburgh), Eric Crozier and Peter Pears. The men had been looking
for a permanent base for their musical event that had first
started in 1948. Queen Elizabeth II opened the new concert hall
in 1969 and on the opening night an electrical fault resulted
in the whole interior being burnt out. Twelve months later the
Queen returned to the newly restored concert hall to once more
"open it".
Since that time the Snape Maltings Festival has become an annual
event and one that has made the tiny village of Snape world
famous.
As well as the arts the area is also officially recognised an
"an area of outstanding natural beauty" with some excellent
walks along the riverbank and opportunities for birdwatchers
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| Where to Eat |
Plough and Sail Pub
Snape Maltings, Snape.
Tel: 01728 688413
Adjacent to the Maltings - Excellent selection of
food and ales.
Open daily - 12 noon until 11pm
The Crown Inn,
Bridge Road,
Snape
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| Getting there |
By Road:
Easy access via A14 and A12 heading North on A12 after
Ipswich, signposted Great Yarmouth. Snape is signposted
off A12 about 20 miles out of Ipswich.
Train: Rail access to Snape from Saxmundham (nearest
rail station) regular service to Ipswich, Lowestoft and
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| Where to stay |
Flint House Bed and Breakfast
Aldeburgh Road (A1094),
Friston, Suffolk IP17 1PD.
Tel: 01728 689123
Joan
Bakewell, BBC and Broadcast Journalist said of her time there
- "Lovely stay - so comfortable!"
A luxury, country property situated midway between Aldeburgh
and Snape offering comfortable, non-smoking rooms overlooking
the rear and front gardens, and surrounding countryside.
Website
or Email for
further information
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Croft Farm Self Catering Accommodation
Snape, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1QU
Tel: 01728 688 254
Croft Farm provides self-catering accommodation in the heart
of the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Situated in a very peaceful location
the Farm is 15 minutes walk from the centre of Snape village
and within one mile of the world renowned Snape Maltings Concert
Hall.
The two holiday cottages have been converted from traditional
farm buildings to provide the perfect location for families
and couples to enjoy the peaceful Suffolk countryside.
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Orford Cottages - A selection of luxury
fully equipped self-catering holiday cottages for two to six
people in Orford and Sudbourne.
Contact Sue Cartlidge on 01728 687 844 or 07836 293925
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