Bungay

Getting to Bungay

Bungay is a small Suffolk town with much to offer.

Bungay sits just South of the Norfolk/ Suffolk border on the River Waveney 16 miles South of Norwich and lies on the A143 between Diss and Beccles.
There are regular buses from Norwich and less regular buses from Beccles (which is the closest rail link). Cycling to Bungay is easy and you can avoid the main roads. This shows lots of routes centred around Bungay if you choose to stay over for a few extra days.

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  • Outney Meadow Campsite
    Outney Meadow campsite is the closest campsite to Bungay. It is only a couple of minutes walk from the delightful Outney Common or The Green Dragon in the opposite direction. The centre of Bungay is only a ten minute stroll as well. Here you can swim in the Waveney or hire a canoe and paddle your way into wildness. Vans, caravans and tents accepted

    Meadowcroft Caravan and Motorhome CL site. This is a small site on the edge of town on Beccles Road.

    Wardley Hill
    Wardley hill is only 3 miles from Bungay but is a relaxing ecosite with a great ethos.

    Three Rivers Campsite
    Another nearby campsite with canoes and river access if you fancy staying for an extra day or two to paddle the Waveney and visit The Locks Community Pub next door.

    The Croft Campsite.

    Situated about 25 mins away from Bungay is the delightful Croft Campsite. They are a small family run campsite. They welcome tents, motorhomes, campervans and caravans.

    The Dove Inn Aldburgh

    As well as having rooms, Sonya at The Dove Inn has limited camping available . Give her a ring and she will do you a good deal over the festival weekend.

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  • The Green Dragon – brews its own ale. Fabulous food from the kitchen.

    The Chequers – usually stocks Bull of the Woods – Head brewer Seamus has brewed our festival ale.

    The Three Tuns – The allegedly most haunted pub in Britain is over 300 years old. The cellar is being used as a music venue during the festival.

    The Fleece – more of a gastropub these days but stocks some good ales. Great food but booking essential for evenings. Closes at 10pm.

    Just outside of Bungay is the Queens Head at Earsham which is well known for brewing its own ales. If beer is your thing its well worth a visit.

  • There is a comprehensive list of cafes, takeaways and gastropubs on the Better in Bungay website

    Where to eat

  • During the festival there will be a temporary car park at the Golf Club next to Outney Common just off the main round about into Bungay off the A143. Look out for signs. There will be a £5 charge for parking from 8.30am - 7pm Saturday and 8.30am - 6.00pm Sunday after which the gates are locked. The parking is organised by the community and all the money goes back into youth organisations within the community.

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Our Venues

Fisher Theatre

The Fisher Theatre first opened on 28th February 1828 with a performance of ‘The Belle’s Stratagem’. The theatre was then one of thirteen designed and built across East Anglia by David Fisher. Visit the box office to buy tickets. The auditorium seats 126.

Holy Trinity Church

The acoustics in Holy Trinity make this an ideal place for acoustic performances. Situated opposite St Mary’s it is the main Parish Church in Bungay.

Fisher Theatre Bar

The bar is the Festival hub where you can find out what’s going on, have a coffee or a beer and chat with friends. There will always be stewards on hand to help you. The East Anglian Traditional Music Trust will also have a presence here.

Three Tuns Cellar

Apparently the most haunted pub in Britain is home to the medieval cellar which will host several gigs during Saturday 7th September.

St Mary’s Church

St Mary’s Church sits in the centre of the Suffolk market town of Bungay and its elegant tower is a focal point that can be seen for miles around. This is one of the main performance venues. It has a capacity of 270.

Castle Bailey

Baron Bigod’s Castle still evokes another era when Bungay was a very powerful and dominant town. This is the venue for the folk picnic on the afternoon of Sunday 8th September.

Heritage Open Days

It is also the Heritage Open Days across the town and there are activities and displays for you to visit and take part in. look at https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk and search for 'Bungay' to find out exactly what is happening.