Top Things to do in Bury St. Edmunds
What to do and see in Bury St. Edmunds, England: The Best Museums
Discover the best top things to do in Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom including Suffolk Regiment Museum, Reallyverynice Gallery, Bury St Edmunds Guildhall, Moyse's Hall Museum, West Stow Country Park and Anglo-Saxon Village, Smiths Row.
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1. Suffolk Regiment Museum
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5.0 based on 26 reviews
The Suffolk Regiment Museum tells the story of the regiment from its foundation in 1685 to amalgamation with the Royal Norfolk Regiment in 1959. The history covers the regular, militia, volunteer and war-time battalions as well as the experience of individual soldiers and is told through medals, uniforms, photographs, weapons, equipment and personal memorabilia. The museum is open every Wednesday from 9:30am to 3:30pm, and the first Sunday of every month from 9:30am - 3:30pm.
Reviewed By Thomasthetucker
I have visited once before, many, many moons ago though. Yesterday I visited Duxford 's Land Warfare Museum again, and was inspired to learn a little more about the Suffolk's. The museum staff are very knowledgeable indeed. They were able to answer my every question. They accessed information which wasn't left out (due to the pandemic), and talked me through several of the exhibits. I read many poignant stories about the men of the Regiment over the centuries, and the hardships they endured. The collection is very impressive, and required more time than I had today to do it justice. I shall return.
2. Reallyverynice Gallery
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
A collection of Suffolk based as well as UK and international artists - paintings, ceramics and sculpture. Plus a selection of unusual furniture and gifts.
3. Bury St Edmunds Guildhall
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Dating back to before 1279 (the earliest written reference to the building), Bury St Edmunds Guildhall is the oldest continuously used civic building in England and its World War Two Royal Observer Corp room is the only surviving room of its kind in the world. Step through the original medieval arch into the earliest part of the building which was redecorated by the Georgians to create the stunning Court Room and Banqueting Hall. The building also has a Tudor Kitchen, a Robing Room, a beautiful garden and sensory garden as well as the precious Royal Observer Corp Room. Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat in our Pear Tree Cafe with tables set in the Banqueting Hall and garden. The Guildhall is open to the public on Wednesdays and Sundays with free entry. We often host tours and talks as well as other events such as concerts. Information for these can be found on our website, as well as Facebook and Twitter. The building can be hired for events such as weddings as well as corporate events.
4. Moyse's Hall Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 169 reviews
Reviewed By Philmarilyn - Guildford, United Kingdom
We visited Moyses Hall last week and were fascinated to read all the stories about the witches of Suffolk,and the witch finder general .We loved all the gory instruments and exhibits about murders .We enjoyed the clock room and the exhibits downstairs about the life of St Edmund .We left here and visited the abbey .
5. West Stow Country Park and Anglo-Saxon Village
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4.0 based on 339 reviews
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village - one of the UK’s great archaeological sites - is a stunning recreation of the Anglo-Saxon settlement that occupied the site between 450-650 AD. There is lots to see and do at West Stow throughout the year. Wander through the village and imagine what life would have been like for the Anglo-Saxons who lived here. Visit the Museum to see hundreds of fascinating finds excavated from beneath your feet. Dress up as an Anglo-Saxon, become an archaeologist in our Mini-Dig and don't forget to meet the pigs and chickens! After visiting the Village, make sure you explore the historic landscape of our 125 acre Country Park. A large area of the park has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) as it is home to a variety of rare Breckland species. We run lots of exciting events from battle re-enactments to bushcraft.
Reviewed By 730abigailg - Sudbury, United Kingdom
We had had excellent trip here to the Anglo Saxon village, lots of artefacts in the museum and very informative. It was was wonderful looking through the reconstructed buildings, and it really brought to life our imaginations thinking about all the people that would have occupied such buildings. Afterwards we had a wonderful walk around the lake which really is stunning. Only £2 for parking all day which is extremely reasonable, and £6 entry to the village which was defiantly worth it. Will be returning when they have a re-enactment!
6. Smiths Row
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