Bentley, Suffolk facts for kids
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| Area | 10.89 km2 (4.20 sq mi) |
| Population | 776 (2011 Census) |
| • Density | 71/km2 (180/sq mi) |
| OS grid reference | TM1136 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode district | IP9 |
| Dialling code | 01473 |
| Police | Suffolk |
| Fire | Suffolk |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
| Website | Bentley Village in Suffolk |
Bentley is a small village and civil parish in Suffolk, England. It is located in the Babergh area, about 6 miles (10 km) southwest of Ipswich. In 2011, a census showed that 776 people lived in the parish.
Bentley has several important places for its community. These include a Church of England parish church and a Reformed Baptist church. There is also a Church of England primary school for children. For social gatherings, the village has a pub and a Village Hall. People interested in horses can visit the local riding school. A special community-owned village shop opened in the summer of 2016, helping local residents.
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Life in Bentley Village
Community and Local Government
Bentley has a parish council that helps manage local matters. A parish council is a group of elected people who make decisions for the village. They work on things like local services and community projects. The village also has ways for people to discuss local issues. This helps everyone stay informed and involved in their community.
Bentley's Railway History
Early Railway Connections
The Eastern Union Railway was built through Bentley. It first opened on July 15, 1846. This railway brought new ways for people and goods to travel.
Bentley Railway Station
Bentley railway station was located about half a mile (0.8 km) east of the village. It served the area for many years. However, British Railways closed the station in 1966.
Branch Lines and Junctions
From 1847 to 1965, Bentley station was an important junction. It connected to the Hadleigh branch line. This branch line also had a short-lived station called Bentley Church. It was open only from 1847 to 1853. Today, the main railway line that runs through Bentley is known as the Great Eastern Main Line.
