LOCATION
Longwood Fields is a superb development of new property for sale in Woodbridge as its set in the nearby village of Melton. With beautiful rural surroundings and all the amenities of Woodbridge and Ipswich within easy reach, this superb new development offers a great balance between town and countryside. Melton is a traditional village with a thriving and welcoming community. A village hall, two churches, a primary school, pubs, restaurants and local shops all contribute to village life. Green open spaces offer scenic walks and there are paths alongside the River Debden leading to Woodbridge, a 30-minute stroll away.
Things to do in Melton
The town of Woodbridge, just one mile from Longwood Fields, is renowned for its charm and history. Offering antique shops, a variety of pubs and restaurants, a library and water sports, as well as historic landmarks Sutton Hoo and the Tide Mill. The Riverside Theatre is one of Suffolk's oldest cinemas, showing the latest blockbusters, live theatre performances and pantomime.
Woodbridge hosts traditional events throughout the year, such as the twice-monthly Farmers’ Market, which attracts some of the best local food and drink producers for you to sample. This is on top of the annual Woodbridge Shuck Shellfish Festival, which will give you the chance to sample as much local seafood as you like. Perfect for any budding foodie.
Transport in and around Melton
Longwood Fields benefit from excellent transport links, with easy access to the A12 and the A14 taking you to Ipswich, Colchester, Braintree when heading South and Bury St Edmunds to the West. Melton has its own train station, just a mile away, with regular services to Ipswich, which has its own mainline service direct to London Liverpool Street, making our new homes for sale in Woodbridge an excellent prospect for anyone who is looking to commute into London.
Schools and education in Melton
If you are a family with children looking to make Woodbridge your new home, you will find a great range of schools to suit all ages nearby to Longwood Fields. These include the ‘Outstanding’ Farlingaye High School just over a mile away. As well as Woodbridge Primary School and Rectory Garden Montessori School for younger members of the family. However, if you’ve got older children or other members of the family interested in higher education, then The University of Suffolk, based on the beautiful waterfront in Ipswich, is approximately 12 miles away.