Swan Hotel & Spa
Lavenham, United Kingdom Location
About the property
In the Suffolk countryside, between Bury St. Edmunds and Sudbury, this beautiful 15th-century building offers 4-star accommodation and a restaurant with 2 AA Rosettes for its fine food.
Lavenham is one of the best-preserved Tudor villages in Britain, and The Swan Hotel & Spa is perhaps one of England's finest historic hotels. The building has been carefully restored and beautifully renovated, with ancient oak beams, large open fireplaces and a minstrel gallery.
Decorated in warm, relaxing colours, the en suite rooms combine period features with modern facilities. Each includes a flat-screen plasma TV and facilities for making tea and coffee. The on site Weavers' House Spa has 6 treatment rooms, 2 relaxation suites, a sauna, steam room, spa boutique and an outdoor vitality pool and terrace.
The Swan Hotel & Spa serves modern British cuisine in its Gallery Restaurant, made using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Prior reservation is recommended. Guests can also dine in the informal Brasserie and historic Old Bar. Al fresco dining is possible in the garden, as well as fine dining in the elegant Gallery Restaurant.
Most popular amenities
- Spa
- Parking
- Pets allowed
Location
Lavenham, United Kingdom
Discover Lavenham
Photos, information and travel guides for your stay.
Lavenham is a village, civil parish and electoral ward in the Babergh district, in the county of Suffolk, England. It is noted for its Guildhall, Little Hall, 15th-century church, half-timbered medieval cottages and circular walks. In the medieval period it was among the twenty wealthiest settlements in England. In 2011 the parish had a population of 1722.
As you walk through the cobbled streets, you'll feel as though you've stepped back in time to a bygone era. The town is home to over 300 listed buildings, many of which are Tudor and medieval in design. One of the most notable structures is the Guildhall, a stunning 16th-century building that now serves as a museum showcasing the town's history.
If you're a fan of history, you'll also want to visit the nearby Lavenham Falconry, where you can watch birds of prey soar through the sky and learn about the ancient art of falconry. For those who prefer the outdoors, Lavenham has plenty of scenic walking trails, including the Lavenham Circular Walk, which takes you through picturesque meadows, woodlands, and pastures.
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