Bramford facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bramford |
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| Population | 2,303 (2011) |
| OS grid reference | TM124463 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode district | IP8 |
| Dialling code | 01473 |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
Bramford is a friendly village located in Suffolk, England. It's found in the Mid Suffolk area. This village is just three miles west of Ipswich, and it's considered part of the larger Ipswich area.
A Look Back in Time
Bramford has a long history! It was even mentioned in the famous Domesday Book. This important survey was created way back in 1086. In the Domesday Book, the village was called "Brunfort" or "Branfort."
The River Gipping flows right through Bramford. This river was very important in the 1800s. It was a busy waterway where boats could travel. You can still see a special river lock on the east side of the village today.
Life in Bramford Today
Bramford is a lively village with many things for people to do. It has two churches, one Anglican and one Methodist. St Mary the Virgin church can be seen from Bramford Bridge.
The village has its own primary school for younger students. There's also a pub called "The Cock" where people can gather. For sports lovers, Bramford has a sports ground and a bowls club. There's even a local football club with two teams!
You can find a variety of shops and services in Bramford. There's a private care village called Cherryfields. It has bungalows and flats. The village also has a Royal British Legion club. This club supports former members of the armed forces. Bramford is also home to a St. John Ambulance station. This station helps people in emergencies.
Nearby Places
Bramford is close to several other villages. These include Sproughton, Somersham, and Little Blakenham.
Famous Faces from Bramford
- William Acton (around 1684–1744) was from Bramford. He was a Member of Parliament (MP) for a place called Orford. An MP is a person elected to represent their area in the country's government.
