WELCOME TO ST EDMUNDS BREWERY
About Our Accommodation
St Edmunds Brewery, a Grade II listed building, offers a unique holiday let experience in the historic Old Town conservation area of Downham Market. Unwind in our beautifully renovated accommodation, designed to provide guests with the perfect blend of comfort, rustic style, and convenience. Whether you're here for a few days getaway, or an extended stay, our awesome accommodation promises a memorable and relaxing experience.
Experience Comfort & Style
HERES SOME HISTORY
ST EDMUNDS BREWERY SOMETIME BETWEEN 1890 TO 1904
ST EDMUNDS BREWERY SOMETIME AROUND 1960
ST EDMUNDS BREWERY WAS BUILT IN 1868 AND ORIGINALLY CALLED THE NEW BREWERY UNTIL AROUND 1890 WHEN THE NAME CHANGED. BEER CONTINUED TO BE BREWED HERE UNTIL 1904, WHEN PRODUCTION MOVED TO A NEARBY TOWN, BEFORE RETURNING AROUND 1912. AND THEN CONTINUING UNTIL1946. THE BUILDING THEN SAT DORMANT UNTIL 1961, WHEN IT WAS CONVERTED INTO SHERWOODS MOTORCYCLES, TRADING UNTIL THE LATE 80'S. IT BECAME A GYM IN 1990 AND THEN A BEAUTY SALON FROM THE MID 90's UNTIL WE BOUGHT IT IN 2022 FOR CONVERSION INTO RESIDENTIAL PREMISES.
WHAT'S INSIDE
OUR THREE LOVELY COMFY BEDROOMS
Experience a restful night's sleep in a tranquil setting, ensuring you wake up refreshed and ready to explore the charms of Downham Market.
DOUBLE BEDROOM 1
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A SUPER COMFORTABLE KING SIZE BED. USB SOCKETS, EACH SIDE OF THE HANDMADE BED, FOR PHONE OR GADGET CHARGING, AND DUAL ASPECT WINDOWS CREATE A LIGHT AND AIRY FEELING. THERE'S ALSO A WARDROBE AND DRESSING TABLE.
DOUBLE BEDROOM 2
​ANOTHER REALLY COMFORTABLE KING SIZE BED. DUAL ASPECT WINDOWS AGAIN, ONE BEING AN UNUSUAL CORNER WINDOW. USB CHARGING EITHER SIDE OF THE HAND MADE BED, WITH A WARDROBE AND DRESSING TABLE TOO.
SINGLE BEDROOM
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​A VERY COMFORTABLE SINGLE, USB CHARGER BESIDE, AND A DRESSER UNIT.
OUR FANTASTIC KITCHEN AND DINING AREA
IF YOU FANCY STAYING IN, YOU CAN PREPARE YOUR OWN MEALS IN OUR FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN, FEATURING MODERN APPLIANCES, COOKWARE AND UTENSILS..
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TEA BAGS, COFFEE, SUGAR AND MILK ARE PROVIDED TO HELP YOU SETTLE IN, SO YOU DON'T HAVE TO RUSH OUT ON ARRIVAL.
HAVE A NICE SIT DOWN, WATCH THE WORLD GO SLOWLY BY ON PARADISE ROAD, WATCH TV OR PLAY SOME GAMES
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Relax in our spacious living areas designed for comfort and relaxation. Enjoy quality time with your loved ones or friends in a cosy environment, watch your favorite shows on the smart tv, people watch those going by through the mirror filmed triple glazed windows, play some of the board games stored in the kitchen dresser, use the free wifi, or simply unwind after a day of exploring the picturesque surroundings of Downham Market.
OUR BATHROOMS
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BLUE BATHROOM
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THIS BATHROOM HAS AN 'L' SHAPED BATH WITH A SHOWER OVER AS YOU CAN SEE.
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TOWELS AND BASIN HAND SOAP, SHOWER GEL AND SHAMPOO ARE PROVIDED.
​GREEN BATHROOM
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THIS BATHROOM JUST HAS A SHOWER SO SHOULD BE CALLED A SHOWER ROOM PERHAPS.
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TOWELS AND BASIN HAND SOAP, SHOWER GEL AND SHAMPOO AGAIN PROVIDED.
where are we and what's in the area
PUBS
LOCATED ALONG PARADISE ROAD, SO CALLED AS THE TOWN GALLOWS WERE AT THE TOP OF THE ROAD, IN THE OLD TOWN CONSERVATION AREA OF DOWNHAM MARKET, WE ARE LESS THAN TWO MINUTES WALK INTO THE CENTRE WHERE THE SMALL MARKET (FRI & SAT), SHOPS, RESTAURANTS, TAKEAWAYS AND PUBS ARE LOCATED.
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DOWNHAM CURRENTLY HAS 3 PUBS, ALL OF WHICH ARE TROUBLE FREE AND OFFER DIFFERENT AMBIENCES.
THE WHALEBONE IS A VERY RESPECTABLE WETHERSPOON PUB AND OFFERS ALL OF THE USUAL WETHERSPOON FARE WITH A VERY LARGE OUTDOOR SEATING AREA.
THE CROWN IS A TRADITIONAL COACHING INN OFFERING A GOOD SELECTION OF REAL ALES, 2 OPEN FIRES WHEN IT'S COLD OUTSIDE AND A COURTYARD SEATING AREA OUTSIDE THROUGH WHICH THE HORSE AND CARTS USED TO ENTER WHEN VISITING.
THE LIVE AND LET LIVE, OR 'LIVVY' AS THE LOCALS CALL IT, IS THE MORE LIVELY PUB WITH A POOL TABLE, MUSIC, SOMETIMES BANDS, AND A DECKING OUTSIDE AREA LEADING DOWN TO A SMALL GARDEN.
EATING
WE HAVE SEVERAL QUALITY RESTAURANTS IN TOWN ALL SERVING DIFFERENT EXPERIENCES
PHANSA THAI IS IN OUR OPINION THE BEST THAI RESTAURANT YOU'LL EVER FIND AND IS OUR GO TO.
DOWNHAM TANDOORI IS THE LONGEST SERVING INDIAN AND AGAIN IN OUR OPINION BEST INDIAN RESTAURANT IN THE AREA.
GIARDINI DI NAXOS SERVES A LOVELY ITALIAN AND MEDITERRANEAN MENU
ALLIUM BISTRO AND RESTAURANT SERVES TRADITIONAL RESTAURANT DISHES
THE CAVE IS THE PLACE TO GO IF YOU WANT TRADITIONAL TURKISH FOOD
ALL OF THE ABOVE ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, VERY FRIENDLY AND BOOKING FOR WEEKENDS IS ESSENTIAL
OBVIOUSLY WETHERSPOONS DO FOOD BUT YOU CAN HAVE THAT ANYWHERE RIGHT.
BOTH PHANSA AND DOWNHAM TANDOORI ABOVE DO TAKEAWAYS, WE ALSO HAVE SEVERAL CHINESE TAKEAWAYS, SEVERAL KEBAB SHOPS, CHIP SHOPS, AND PIZZA TAKEAWAYS ALTHOUGH WE RECOMMEND PIZZA DIRECT.
WHAT TO DO
OBVIOUSLY YOU'LL WANT TO HAVE A WANDER AND EXPLORE AROUND TOWN FIRST, PERHAPS VISIT THE HERITAGE CENTRE AND DO ONE OF THEIR WALKS AROUND TOWN, BUT AFTER THAT THERE'S LOADS MORE TO DO.
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DOWNHAM IS SURROUNDED BY COUNTRYSIDE AND AGRICULTURE SO OFFERS MANY AREAS TO WALK / CYCLE.
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DENVER SLUICE IS 3 MILES SOUTH AND IS THE KEY TO FLOOD PREVENTION IN THE AREA, IT'S QUITE AN INTERESTING AREA IF YOU'RE THAT WAY INCLINED, AND A WALK ALONG THE RIVERS LOOKING AT THE BOATS AND WILDLIFE IS A NICE TIME OUT.
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THE RIVER GREAT OUSE PASSES THROUGH DOWNHAM, SPLITS INTO TIDAL AND NON-TIDAL AT DENVER SLUICE, AND IS VERY POPULAR WITH FISHERMEN, AND ALSO PADDLE-BOARDERS AND ROWERS ETC.
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DOWNHAM IS ALSO ON THE MAIN TRAIN LINE TO KINGS CROSS WHICH STOPS AT THE CITY OF ELY (20 MINS) AND CAMBRIDGE (45 MINS) ONE WAY, AND THE MARITIME TOWN OF KINGS LYNN WITH IT'S FISHING FLEET (15 MINS) THE OTHER WAY. LONDON KINGS CROSS IS A 90 MIN JOURNEY, AND MANY OTHER ROUTES ARE LINKED AT ELY AND CAMBRIDGE.
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THE CITY OF NORWICH IS 45 MINS ALONG THE A47 AND A BIT FURTHER TAKES YOU TO THE NORFOLK BROADS.
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THE BEAUTIFUL NORTH NORFOLK COAST AND THE TRADITIONAL SEASIDE TOWN OF HUNSTANTON, THE ONLY EAST COAST RESORT WHERE THE SUN SETS OVER THE SEA, IS 40 MINS AWAY, AND EVERY TOWN ALONG THE COAST IS WORTH A VISIT RIGHT ROUND TO WELLS. WE LIKE TO CATCH THE TRAIN TO KINGS LYNN AND TRANSFER TO THE COAST HOPPER BUS WHICH TRAVELS ALONG THE COAST MOSTLY STOPPING OUTSIDE PUBS
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THE ROYAL ESTATE OF SANDRINGHAM, 25 MINS AWAY, IS ALSO A NICE PLACE TO VISIT
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RAF MARHAM IS 15 MINS AWAY AND USAF MILDENHALL AND LAKENHEATH ARE 40 MINS AWAY, AND NEXT GEN FIGHTERS CAN OFTEN BE SEEN DOG-FIGHTING OVERHEAD
GETTING HERE
ST EDMUNDS BREWERY IN ON PARADISE ROAD, DOWNHAM MARKET, PE38 9HS.
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UNFORTUNATELY WE DO NOT HAVE CAR PARKING DIRECTLY OUTSIDE ST EDMUNDS BREWERY, BUT THERE ARE 2 FREE SAFE CAR PARKS, ONE IS ALMOST OPPOSITE, BESIDE MORRISONS SUPERMARKET, THE OTHER IS 1 MINUTE UP THE ROAD AND WE'D RECOMMEND THIS ONE AS IT'S QUIETER. THERE IS ALSO ROADSIDE PARKING A BIT FURTHER DOWN PARADISE ROAD. WE CAN ACCOMODATE MOTORCYCLES OR CYCLES IN OUR CCTV COVERED GATED COURTYARD BEHIND.
AS MENTIONED ABOVE, WE'RE ON THE MAIN TRAIN LINE FROM KING'S CROSS, AND IT'S THEN A 10 MINUTE WALK. TAXIS ARE FEW AND FAR BETWEEN IN DOWNHAM BUT CAN SOMETIMES BE BOOKED.
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DOWNHAM TOWN SQUARE
DOWNHAM TOWN SQUARE
RAILWAY STATION