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West Stow Country Park and Anglo-Saxon Village

 

 
West Stow Village
Costume Event at West Stow - Stowacynn
 

What was it like in early Anglo-Saxon times? Perhaps we will never really know? Walk in the footsteps of our ancestors, explore their homes, see the evidence for yourself - then make up your own mind.


The village

West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village lets you explore the way our ancestors lived. The early Anglo-Saxon village (c.420-650AD) has been carefully reconstructed where it was excavated. Experimental archaeology has provided new ideas on what life was once like at West Stow. In the Anglo-Saxon centre, objects from the original village are displayed, telling the fascinating story of this settlement and the people who lived here.

Visitors can go into the houses, smell the wood smoke, feel the solid wood, imagine living in early Anglo-Saxon times. You might see wildlife, crops, pigs or hens; there is no hurry on this journey through time. Due to the presence of livestock in the village we regret that dogs are not permitted in the village.


The country park

Beyond the car park, play area, visitor centre, shop and cafe is a 52 hectare country park bursting with life. There are plenty of opportunities for picnics, walks and trails in woodland and heathland, along the river Lark and around the lake. Dogs must remain on a lead in the country park due to the presence of livestock.

West Stow opening hours

Anglo-Saxon Village and Anglo-Saxon Centre
10am - 5pm daily - last entry at 4pm in summer and 3.30pm in winter

Shop
10am - 5pm daily

Country park
9am - 5pm in winter and 9am - 8pm in summer

Cafe
Opening hours vary seasonally, please check for details



West Stow admission charges

Country park and parking
free
Anglo Saxon Village and centre
£5 adults £4 children and concessions
free to under 5's
£15 Family ticket (covers up to 5 people,with a maximum of two adults)
Prices change during some special events see events page for details.

Charges amended on 1 April 2008


Contact us


West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village and Country Park
The Visitor Centre
Icklingham Road
West Stow
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk
IP28 6HG

Phone: +44 (0)1284 728718
Fax: +44 (0)1284 728277
Email: 
weststow@stedsbc.gov.uk


To find out more about the Heritage Service please view our publication Heritage Times