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The village of Westleton

Westleton is situated some 2 miles in from the Suffolk coast is roughly mid-way between Ipswich and Lowestoft and approximately 100 miles from London.

It is set in a landscape of Outstanding Natural Beauty and within the parish lies the internationally renowned Minsmere Reserve, owned and managed by the RSPB.

Westleton Heath National Nature Reserve and parts of Dunwich Forest also lie within the parish.
The majority of the 500 or so inhabitants live close to the B1125 Blythburgh to Leiston road, the remainder living in scattered cottages and farmhouses in this otherwise agricultural landscape.

Westleton Panorama, summer scene

Westleton Panorama, winter snow scene

Westleton Village Panoramas
(Photos: Roy Jones)


 

Westleton Village Hall - snow scene 

Photo by Hilas Smith

St Peter's Church, Westleton, snow scene.

Photo by Hilas Smith

The Village Hall and St Peters Church are the focal points of village activities, whilst the White Horse and The Crown are the main social centres.

The parish of Westleton is bounded by the parishes of Dunwich, Darsham, Middleton cum Fordley and Theberton cum Eastbridge.

The placename Westleton (or Westledestuna as it appeared in the Domesday Book of 1086) is believed to derive from the Old Norse Vestlithi (a personal name) and Old English tun i.e. Vestlithi's homestead.

To contact the webmaster please send an email to                             Westleton webmaster.

Westleton Village Celebrations for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee 2022

Follow the links to see how Westleton will mark this unique occassion.

JUBILEE POSTER (front page)

JUBILEE POSTER (inside page)

PROGRAMME OF EVENTS

FRIDAY 3RD JUNE QUIZ NIGHT

SATURDAY 4TH JUNE FILM NIGHT

GREAT JUBILEE CAKE BAKE OFF COMPETITION

ROYAL THEMED DOG FANCY DRESS COMPETITION

JUBILEE HAT COMPETITION

 

WESTLETON TO SAXMUNDHAM BUS ! Westleton Village Hall and CATS are pleased to announce that CATS will be offering a regular weekly return bus service from Westleton to Saxmundham, commencing on Thursday 26th August 2021. The minibus will pick up from the bus stop at Heath View at approximately 10.45am on Thursdays, and then stop at the bus stop by The Crown at about 10.50am, and will leave Saxmundham at 12.30 to return to Westleton, the cost for the return trip will be £6.00 (or £5.10 if 4 or more passengers are on the minibus) Why not take a trip to Saxmundham with other residents, you will have about 80 mins in the town, perfect for a wander along the High Street, perhaps to visit the pharmacy, stationers, bank, hardware store, pet shop or flower shop, you could visit the supermarkets, or just have a coffee and a chat with friends. Please support this initiative so that it is able to continue, and in the future other destinations could be arranged if there is sufficient demand. Places are limited, so if you would like to reserve a seat, or would like further information, please contact Sue Brett on 01728 648700 or speak to Annie at the Village Hall.

Wheels for Westleton

Westleton Village Hall has launched three transport initiatives. Further information is available here.

HEALTH WALKS

One Life Suffolk helps local people live healthier lives. OneLife Suffolk’s FREE Health Walks are led by trained volunteers all across the county.  The walks are graded from 1 to 5 to suit ability, offering something for everyone. 

Booking is essential - full details of each walk and how to book can be found on the website www.onelifesuffolk.co.uk or call 01473 718193.

 

Changes to Parking at Ipswich Hospital

The parking arrangements at Ipswich Hospital have changed. For more information please read the Press Release.

Leiston and Saxmundham Citizens Advice

If you need help or advice or if you want to volunteer this leaflet will tell you how to get in touch with the Leiston and Saxmundham Citizens Advice service.

Dog Thefts

You may find this anti-dog theft device useful. Dog thefts have been reported recently in both the  local and national news. 

 

Case-Sera Wines; Eve & Richard Berrill

Eve's latest wine list is available. Please order directly from Eve via their website, by email or by telephone 01728 638395.

Earlier wine lists can be seen below, but please be aware that the wines may no longer be available - but you can always ask!

13 April 2022

30 March 2022

02 March 2022

09 February 2022

 

A Railway Carriage by the Common.

Read Tony Ingram's article; A Railway Carriage by the Common.