Suffolk
local and travel information
Road travel
Great Blakenham is a village about 5 miles west of Ipswich. The conference venue is less than 2 miles from the Claydon junction of the A14 (and is easy to find). Full instructions will be sent with confirmation of booking.
Public Transport
Great Blakenham is approximately half way between Ipswich and Stowmarket, which are the nearest main railway stations. A few trains from Cambridge and Peterborough stop at Needham Market which is about 3 miles from the venue. A regular bus service between Ipswich and Stowmarket stops in Great Blakenham.
Accomodation
There is a variety of accommodation available in the locality. Bed and Breakfast in a guesthouse is available from £15 per person per night.
Some local accomodation - a link to a directory
Travel Inn - Ipswich (north) less than 2 miles from venue and close to A14
Travelodge - Ipswich (Beacon Hill) is about 4-5 miles away and close to A14
Other amenities
Most amenities are available within 3 miles. Claydon is about 2 miles away and has a post office, co-op, and a newsagents. An ASDA superstore is situated about 3 miles away on the western outskirts of Ipswich. This has cash machines, a petrol station, a pharmacy, and a large range of goods.
Food
Tea, coffee and squash will be provided at the conference at no extra charge. Delegates are welcome to bring their own packed lunches to eat at the hall. There are restaurants and food shops locally.
A list of guesthouses and hotels, plus directions for those travelling by road, will be sent with your booking confirmation.
Every effort has been made to produce an accurate and helpful guide to local amenities, but I cannot guarantee that the information given will remain correct. If you have any specific questions please email me
