Flatford Mill Field Centre
Flatford Mill Field Centre in 'Constable Country' in rural Suffolk offers accommodation to school residentials, corporate events, conferences, celebrations and groups of all kinds.
Flatford Mill Field Centre, East Bergholt, Colchester, CO7 6UL
Call Reception on 01206 297110 or 01743 852100
Group accommodation in the historic buildings painted by Constable.
Flatford Mill Field Centre is located in ‘Constable Country’ amidst the quintessentially Suffolk countryside of the Dedham Vale National Landscape on the banks of the River Stour. Set across three buildings, the Mill and Willy Lott’s House are instantly recognisable since they feature in many paintings by Constable (location of his Haywain Painting). The centre is situated at the end of a lane which has no through traffic and offers visitors of all ages a much sought-after sense of tranquillity.
Available year-round, the centre offers catered accommodation only. Guests can choose from bed and breakfast, full-board packages, or exclusive hire of the entire property on a fully catered basis. Ingredients are sourced locally wherever possible, and most dietary requirements can be catered for.
A popular choice for groups seeking adventure, team building, relaxation, and a connection with nature. Our qualified tutors and trusted activity partners can provide engaging educational experiences for both adults and children (subject to availability), these are chargeable and must be booked in advance. Please enquire for further details. It is ideally suited to educational groups, sports training weekends, corporate away days, youth, faith and family groups with the option of centre-led activities available.
The centre sleeps 74 guests in 21 bedrooms across 3 historic buildings in a range of single, twin and dormitory style accommodation offering a unique setting for learning, exploration and discovery. Communal facilities include a large dining hall, five workrooms, recreation room with table tennis and table football as well as sofas, television, TV, DVD player and films, books and board games. There is also a library with an extensive range of reference books with an easy reference database, along with chairs and pcs with internet connection.
The centre is set in 7 hectares of beautiful grounds, including a games field, campfire area, picnic and riverside areas, lakes, woodland and grassland all within peaceful surroundings connected by circular walks. Flatford Mill provides the perfect base for exploring the area's spectacular natural surroundings with walking paths directly from the centre. To help everyone enjoy this spectacular location, a range of outdoor clothing is available to hire.
Bookings of all kinds are welcome; however, we regret that hen and stag parties cannot be accommodated.
Available year-round, the centre offers catered accommodation only. Guests can choose from bed and breakfast, full-board packages, or exclusive hire of the entire property on a fully catered basis. Ingredients are sourced locally wherever possible, and most dietary requirements can be catered for.
A popular choice for groups seeking adventure, team building, relaxation, and a connection with nature. Our qualified tutors and trusted activity partners can provide engaging educational experiences for both adults and children (subject to availability), these are chargeable and must be booked in advance. Please enquire for further details. It is ideally suited to educational groups, sports training weekends, corporate away days, youth, faith and family groups with the option of centre-led activities available.
The centre sleeps 74 guests in 21 bedrooms across 3 historic buildings in a range of single, twin and dormitory style accommodation offering a unique setting for learning, exploration and discovery. Communal facilities include a large dining hall, five workrooms, recreation room with table tennis and table football as well as sofas, television, TV, DVD player and films, books and board games. There is also a library with an extensive range of reference books with an easy reference database, along with chairs and pcs with internet connection.
The centre is set in 7 hectares of beautiful grounds, including a games field, campfire area, picnic and riverside areas, lakes, woodland and grassland all within peaceful surroundings connected by circular walks. Flatford Mill provides the perfect base for exploring the area's spectacular natural surroundings with walking paths directly from the centre. To help everyone enjoy this spectacular location, a range of outdoor clothing is available to hire.
Bookings of all kinds are welcome; however, we regret that hen and stag parties cannot be accommodated.
Flatford Mill is located amidst the quintessentially Suffolk countryside of the Dedham Vale on the banks of the River Stour. It is only an hour from London with excellent road and rail access. The Centre is set across three buildings in beautiful John Constable country in Suffolk. The Mill and Willy Lott’s House are instantly recognisable since they feature in many paintings by Constable (location of his Haywain Painting). The centre is situated at the end of a lane which has no through traffic and offers visitors of all ages a much sought-after sense of tranquillity sitting on the banks of the River Stour.
Flatford Mill Field Centre is located in ‘Constable Country’ amidst the quintessentially Suffolk countryside of the Dedham Vale National Landscape on the banks of the River Stour. Set across three buildings, the Mill and Willy Lott’s House are instantly recognisable since they feature in many paintings by Constable (location of his Haywain Painting). The centre is situated at the end of a lane which has no through traffic and offers visitors of all ages a much sought-after sense of tranquillity.
Available year-round, the centre offers catered accommodation only. Guests can choose from bed and breakfast, full-board packages, or exclusive hire of the entire property on a fully catered basis. Ingredients are sourced locally wherever possible, and most dietary requirements can be catered for.
A popular choice for groups seeking adventure, team building, relaxation, and a connection with nature. Our qualified tutors and trusted activity partners can provide engaging educational experiences for both adults and children (subject to availability), these are chargeable and must be booked in advance. Please enquire for further details. It is ideally suited to educational groups, sports training weekends, corporate away days, youth, faith and family groups with the option of centre-led activities available.
The centre sleeps 74 guests in 21 bedrooms across 3 historic buildings in a range of single, twin and dormitory style accommodation offering a unique setting for learning, exploration and discovery. Communal facilities include a large dining hall, five workrooms, recreation room with table tennis and table football as well as sofas, television, TV, DVD player and films, books and board games. There is also a library with an extensive range of reference books with an easy reference database, along with chairs and pcs with internet connection.
The centre is set in 7 hectares of beautiful grounds, including a games field, campfire area, picnic and riverside areas, lakes, woodland and grassland all within peaceful surroundings connected by circular walks. Flatford Mill provides the perfect base for exploring the area's spectacular natural surroundings with walking paths directly from the centre. To help everyone enjoy this spectacular location, a range of outdoor clothing is available to hire.
Bookings of all kinds are welcome; however, we regret that hen and stag parties cannot be accommodated.
Available year-round, the centre offers catered accommodation only. Guests can choose from bed and breakfast, full-board packages, or exclusive hire of the entire property on a fully catered basis. Ingredients are sourced locally wherever possible, and most dietary requirements can be catered for.
A popular choice for groups seeking adventure, team building, relaxation, and a connection with nature. Our qualified tutors and trusted activity partners can provide engaging educational experiences for both adults and children (subject to availability), these are chargeable and must be booked in advance. Please enquire for further details. It is ideally suited to educational groups, sports training weekends, corporate away days, youth, faith and family groups with the option of centre-led activities available.
The centre sleeps 74 guests in 21 bedrooms across 3 historic buildings in a range of single, twin and dormitory style accommodation offering a unique setting for learning, exploration and discovery. Communal facilities include a large dining hall, five workrooms, recreation room with table tennis and table football as well as sofas, television, TV, DVD player and films, books and board games. There is also a library with an extensive range of reference books with an easy reference database, along with chairs and pcs with internet connection.
The centre is set in 7 hectares of beautiful grounds, including a games field, campfire area, picnic and riverside areas, lakes, woodland and grassland all within peaceful surroundings connected by circular walks. Flatford Mill provides the perfect base for exploring the area's spectacular natural surroundings with walking paths directly from the centre. To help everyone enjoy this spectacular location, a range of outdoor clothing is available to hire.
Bookings of all kinds are welcome; however, we regret that hen and stag parties cannot be accommodated.
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74: Flatford Mill 26, Willy Lots House 31, Valley Farm 22Open:
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New booking enquiries 01743 852100. All other enquiries 01206 297110 (Mon-Fri, 9am–5pm).Directions:
The Centre is located between Colchester & Ipswich, about 10 miles from each, approx. 2 miles from the A12. From the crossroads near the ‘Oranges and Lemons’ cafe in East Bergholt, turn down Flatford Lane. It becomes one-way in your favour after 300m. 300m further on, note the direction arrow to the Field Centre on the tourist sign and turn down a narrow steep-sided lane (do not go into or beyond the Flatford public car park). Bear left at the bottom of the hill. The Centre forecourt is then 200m further on, indicated by an Field Studies Council logo and sign on a low wall. Our car park is 150m further down the lane.Public Transport :
Nearest train station is Manningtree (approx. 4 miles). It’s on the main line from London Liverpool St to Ipswich/Norwich line (journey time about 1 hour) or from the North via Peterborough/Ipswich. Free pickup/drop off service available to school groups. The 93 & 93A bus (Colchester to Ipswich) are operated by Ipswich Buses and run through East Bergholt. Ask for the Kings Head/Oranges and Lemons bus stop and then walk down to the Centre using the by car directions above.Walks :
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