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Bellway - Bronze Fields, IP32

Development info

• Site plan

This collection of 2,3 and 4-bedroom homes boasts a highly desirable location on the edge of historic Bury St. Edmunds and just a short walk from the charming village of Fornham All Saints. With easy access to vibrant shopping opportunities, a tempting restaurant circuit, well-regarded local schooling and excellent transport links, Bronze Fields is sure to appeal to a wide audience of purchasers, including first time buyers, families and professionals.

Leisure

Located on the edge of vibrant Bury St Edmunds, Bronze Fields offers residents a bountiful selection of nearby leisure attractions. History enthusiasts will delight in the town's rich and fascinating heritage, with breath-taking sites such the famous Abbey ruins - known as one of the most important medieval monasteries in Europe - and the notable St Edmundsbury Cathedral. Visitors to Bury St Edmunds are encouraged to explore its stunning medieval streets, admire its beautiful Georgian architecture and marvel at Britain's last remaining regency theatre - there really is something to keep the whole family entertained. Those who enjoy the outdoors will find Thetford Forest just a short drive away, boasting 18,730 hectares to be explored, filled with a patchwork of pines, heathland and broadleaves. An ideal setting for a family day out, the forest provides a welcome refuge for a rich variety of animal and plant life, not to mention the wide array of family attractions at nearby High Lodge, Mildenhall Warren, Lynford Arboretum, and the tranquil walking routes of St Helens. Closer to home, sports enthusiasts will find Bury St Edmunds Golf Club within walking distance of Bronze Fields. This 18-hole championship course promises a warm welcome and a challenging game for players of all abilities, while spectators can attend one of its many regional competitions.

Education

Both growing and mature families are well-catered for in the area, with a range of highly-regarded institutions covering all levels of education. Younger children will find a handful of schools within a short drive, including Tollgate Primary School and Sexton's Manor Primary School - both reachable within a 5-minute drive - as well as St Edmundsbury C of E Primary School, just six minutes away by car. Students of secondary school age are served by a number of well-rated schools, including Saint Benedict's Catholic School and West Suffolk College - six and seven minutes' drive away respectively - as well as Abbeygate Sixth Form College and King Edward VI School, both under a 10-minute drive from Bronze Fields.

Shopping

Family-owned shops, independent boutiques and high street names sit side by side in the medieval streets of Bury St Edmunds, with an award-winning, twice-weekly market held at the heart of the town. Offering over 80 stalls of fresh local produce, seasonal fruits and vegetables, clothing, pottery, flowers and even artisan gifts, this vibrant market is known as one of the most successful traditional street markets in the country. Less than a 10-minute drive from home, the extensive Arc Shopping Centre is an open-air complex of recognisable brand name shops, surrounded by a good selection of causal family eateries, caf?s and coffee shops. Those seeking a quieter pace, will find a pleasing collection of everyday amenities just a short walk away, in the pretty village of Fornham All Saints. Here, residents will find a charming village shop, a community centre, a popular caf?, and a quaint 17th inn-keeper style public house, with a cosy interior, friendly locals and a fascinating history.

Transport

Ideally located just one minute north of the A14, and around three miles from the well-connected Bury St Edmunds train station, Bronze Fields enjoys excellent transport connections, by both road and rail. Residents will find convenient road links via the B1106, affording access to the A14 within 0.6 miles. The A14 then allows onward travel to the wider road network, with Newmarket 13 miles to the west and Stowmarket 17 miles to the east. The beautiful cathedral city of Cambridge can be reached in less than 40 minutes via the A14, while vibrant Ipswich town centre is just over 40 minutes away, also via the A14. A perfect setting for commuters, the development benefits from close proximity to Bury St Edmunds train station, offering hourly services to Ipswich, Cambridge, Norwich and the wider Greater Anglia Rail Network. Those requiring international travel will find London Stansted Airport around 48 minutes away by car.

Directions

This attractive new development is just 3.5 miles north east of the bustling market town of Bury St Edmunds, and just a short walk from the charming amenities of Fornham All Saints village. It is ideally located just one minute north of the A14, with excellent road links to surrounding commuter areas. Bronze Fields is situated in the historic minister town of Bury St. Edmunds and falls within the boundaries of Suffolk County Council.