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Admire the fine medieval architecture of the timber-framed Guildhall
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Lavenham Guildhall sits proudly at the heart of the village on the main square
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Study the intricate craftsmanship of the timber frames
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Sample the traditional crafts that made Lavenham famous
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Enjoy spending time in the colourful courtyard garden
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Enjoy a cup of tea and homemade cakes in the Lavenham Guildhall tea-room
Medieval stories
Lavenham was once one of the wealthiest places in the country. Its famous blue cloth was exported across Europe and beyond.
The village today is famed for its wealth of surviving timber-framed buildings, which make it one of the best-preserved medieval villages in England. One of the finest of these buildings is our Guildhall of Corpus Christi.
Inside, you can follow the changing fortunes of Lavenham’s cloth industry, local families, as well as its farming heritage and agricultural roots.
Before exploring the streets of this unique village, which have changed little in five centuries, make sure you have a browse in our gift shop and enjoy a homemade cake in our newly refurbished tea-room.
Don't miss
- Learn about timber-framed construction and medieval guilds
- Browse the exhibits on cloth working, local railways and agriculture
- See Ramesses, the mummified cat, discovered in a nearby roof
- Visit the walled garden to see traditional dye plants
- Join one of our guided walks and talks during summer
- Pop into Lavenham church, one of Suffolk's finest