Brightwell, Suffolk facts for kids
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| Population | 57 (2001 census) |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | IPSWICH |
| Postcode district | IP10 |
| Police | Suffolk |
| Fire | Suffolk |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
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| Website | http://www.brightwell.suffolk.gov.uk// |
Brightwell is a small and peaceful village in the East Suffolk area of Suffolk, England. It's about 7 miles (11 km) east of Ipswich and 4 miles (6 km) southwest of Woodbridge.
This charming village is surrounded by other small communities like Foxhall, Bucklesham, Martlesham, and Newbourne. The A12 road is also nearby, making it easy to get around. Brightwell is home to a historic church named St John the Baptist.
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Brightwell's Past: A Look at History
Brightwell has a long and interesting history, with connections to important people and events.
Who Owned Brightwell Manor?
In the 1400s, a man named William Curzon owned Brightwell Manor. His son, Sir Robert Curson, was a brave knight. He was even made a Baron by the Emperor Maximilian for his courage in battles against the Turks.
Sir Robert was involved in some political plots and was declared a traitor in 1501. However, he later regained favour with the English King. It's thought that he might have lost Brightwell around 1501.
Brightwell Hall and Its Owners
Later, around 1663, Brightwell Hall was greatly changed by Sir Samuel Barnardiston. He was an important Member of Parliament (MP) and a leader of the Whigs in Suffolk. The Whigs were a major political group at the time. Sir Samuel was also a deputy Governor of the East India Company, a powerful trading company.
Sadly, Brightwell Hall was pulled down around 1755. But even today, you can still find traces of its old gardens and pathways.
Brightwell in Art
The famous English painter John Constable created a beautiful oil painting of the Brightwell landscape in 1815. This shows how inspiring the area has been to artists.
How Many People Live in Brightwell?
According to the 2011 Census, Brightwell had a very small population. Its numbers were counted together with the nearby village of Foxhall.
