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National Trust - Lavenham Guildhall

National Trust - Lavenham Guildhall is a historic museum in Lavenham, Suffolk, showcasing Tudor heritage and local history in a 15th-century timber-framed building on Market Place.

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National Trust - Lavenham Guildhall

Lavenham, Suffolk is home to the National Trust's Guildhall, a historic museums attraction housed in a striking timber-framed building on Market Place. This medieval structure dates back to the 15th century and offers visitors a glimpse into the town's prosperous wool-trading past through period rooms and local history exhibits. The Guildhall's atmospheric interior features original oak beams and authentic furnishings that transport you back centuries.

Opening hours

Closed

Monday10:00 – 15:30

Tuesday10:00 – 15:30

Wednesday10:00 – 15:30

Thursday10:00 – 15:30

Friday10:00 – 15:30

Saturday10:00 – 15:30

Sunday10:00 – 15:30

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