Buying in Bury St Edmunds
Set in the heart of the countryside, Bury-St-Edmunds is a historic town in the east of England. Often dubbed as simply ‘Bury’ by locals, it’s an excellent choice for those who love total immersion in history and the great outdoors. Along with a thriving town centre and commutable distance to both Cambridge and Ipswich, Bury-St-Edmunds is a charming place to put down roots.
Young professionals can benefit from luxury town centre living with modern, new-build apartments that have great access to transport links for commuting. Slightly out of the centre are detached and terraced properties that are ideal for families looking to upscale. Choose from recently renovated family homes, or venture a little further afield to the surrounding villages to find listed period properties that retain their original charm and have ample garden space.
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Transport in Bury St Edmunds
Located on the Ipswich–Ely line, Bury has fantastic train links to Ipswich, Cambridge, and both London Kings Cross and Liverpool Street stations. You can find yourself in Cambridge in just 45 minutes and London in 1 hour and 45 minutes. By road, Bury-St-Edmunds has links to the A12 and M11, providing a direct route to the Midlands and seamless journey to London.
Bury’s town centre is well served by local buses, with the main bus station sitting just a five minute walk from the main shops and attractions. Those making their way into the centre by car can enjoy safe parking on a selection of short and long-stay car parks. And when the sun comes out, there are a number of cycle paths along the streets as well as routes to explore in the countryside.
Living in Bury St Edmunds
With scenic views, award-winning restaurants, and a wealth of arts and cultural events, it’s easy to see why Bury-St-Edmunds is an obvious choice for those looking to make a quaint market town their home. The Theatre Royal is one of the town's proudest features; the Grade 1 listed building is the only surviving Regency Theatre in the UK and puts on a vibrant programme of entertainment all-year round. Take to the trails at West Stow Country Park or stroll through open spaces at Abbey Gardens to enjoy the breathtaking landscape.
In terms of schools, Priory School was awarded an ‘outstanding’ rating by Ofsted and is part of the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Academies Trust (SENDAT) that offers specialist education and provision. Similarly, St Benedict's Catholic School has been highly-ranked and nurtures children from the ages of 11 to 18 through their studies.
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