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Flatford
Flatford is a small community on the banks of the River Stour in Dedham Vale National Landscape in Suffolk, England.
The beautiful countryside, waterways, farmers, labourers and church spires were the inspiration for renowned English landscape painter John Constable, who was born at nearby East Bergholt.
Most famously, Flatford featured in the paintings ‘Willy Lott’s House’ and ‘The Hay Wain’, one of the most popular in English art history.
The National Trust run much of Flatford and have a year-round schedule of highlighting traditional farming methods, growing local produce and working with artists.
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What National Trust properties are there in East…
Posted: 7th Mar 2026
Guide to National Trust properties in East Anglia gives an overview on the fantastic range of… Guide to National Trust properties in East Anglia gives an overview on the fantastic range of…
What National Trust properties are there in East Anglia
Posted: 7th Mar 2026
Guide to National Trust properties in East Anglia gives an overview on the fantastic range of…
Top Attractions in Flatford
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near… An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis…
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near…
Featured Events in Flatford
Constable 250: Flatford Guided Tour
Date: 28th Mar - 26th Sept 2026
This year is the 250th anniversary of John Constable's birth, so Join us for a fascinating guided… This year is the 250th anniversary of John Constable's birth, so Join us for a fascinating…
Featured Businesses in Flatford
Milsoms
Enjoy a relaxed stay at Milsoms in the heart of the Dedham Vale, the brasserie restaurant is open… Enjoy a relaxed stay at Milsoms in the heart of the Dedham Vale, the brasserie restaurant is…
Milsoms
Enjoy a relaxed stay at Milsoms in the heart of the Dedham Vale, the brasserie restaurant is open…
Talbooth House & Spa
Set back and beyond the gravel driveway, Talbooth House & Spa is a 4 AA Red Star hotel looking out… Set back and beyond the gravel driveway, Talbooth House & Spa is a 4 AA Red Star hotel looking…
Talbooth House & Spa
Set back and beyond the gravel driveway, Talbooth House & Spa is a 4 AA Red Star hotel looking out…
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near… An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis…
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near…
NT Flatford
Come to see us at Flatford with the family. There are plenty of outdoor adventures here. Come to see us at Flatford with the family. There are plenty of outdoor adventures here.
NT Flatford
Come to see us at Flatford with the family. There are plenty of outdoor adventures here.
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Talbooth House & Spa
Set back and beyond the gravel driveway, Talbooth House & Spa is a 4 AA Red Star hotel looking out… Set back and beyond the gravel driveway, Talbooth House & Spa is a 4 AA Red Star hotel looking…
Talbooth House & Spa
Set back and beyond the gravel driveway, Talbooth House & Spa is a 4 AA Red Star hotel looking out…
What National Trust properties are there in East…
Guide to National Trust properties in East Anglia gives an overview on the fantastic range of… Guide to National Trust properties in East Anglia gives an overview on the fantastic range of…
What National Trust properties are there in East Anglia
Guide to National Trust properties in East Anglia gives an overview on the fantastic range of…
Date: 28th Mar - 26th Sept 2026
This year is the 250th anniversary of John Constable's birth, so Join us for a fascinating guided… This year is the 250th anniversary of John Constable's birth, so Join us for a fascinating…
Constable 250: Flatford Guided Tour
Date: 28th Mar - 26th Sept 2026
Expiry Date: 26th Sept 2026
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near… An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis…
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near…
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