Debenham Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

About Debenham

This village (population 2210 in 2011) has only a tenuous connection with Debenhams retail stores, which folded in 2020 having struggled for some years. The business was founded in London in 1778 by William Clark, who in 1813 took on a partner William Debenham (1794 – 1863) from Alpheton in Suffolk. That village, 20 miles southwest of Debenham near Sudbury, also rated a mention in the Domesday Book, with similar trades, but never grew to the same extent.

Top Attractions in Debenham

Explore the best things to see and do in Debenham:

• ★Church of Saint Mary Magdalene
• ★Mid-Suffolk Light Railway
• ★Owl Sanctuary

Where to Eat in Debenham

Must-try local food and restaurants:

• 🍴Bistro at the Barns
• 🍴Debenham Fish & Chip Shop

Where to Stay in Debenham

• 🏨Cherry Tree Cottage
• 🏨Elm Tree Farm
• 🏨Flindor Cottage

Debenham Travel Guide Sections

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