Lavenham - The best-preserved medieval village in England

[@carolinaeric8500]

Wow, what a neat place! My dad was in the US Air Force in the 70s and my mom bought a painting from a shop in Lavenham. She still has it hanging up in the living room. Now I can see why they always talk about visiting here! Time to get my passport! Thanks for doing this video, really like the Swan Hotel, so I can see why it’s so popular

[@theeccentricenglishman]

I am glad to have been able to refresh your family history. Get that passport!

[@johnparr5879]

Very enjoyable with just the right pace.. To offer justice, to such fine historic houses *

[@theeccentricenglishman]

Thank you for your kind words despite this being one of my earliest videos! The stabilisation left much to be desired.

[@JJ-of1ir]

Delightful video. Revealing the American connection was a fine thing. Thank you. If you visit again I hope the weather will behave itself and you will be able to show us even more of the beautiful and interesting town.

[@theeccentricenglishman]

Thank you for your kind words. The American Bar is one of the happiest shrines I have visited. Great atmosphere

[@roncouch]

Was stationed at Wattisham in Suffolk when serving with the RAF many years ago and was particularly struck with this village’s antiquity. Especially noteworthy being the very broad main street, which looks to be narrower now. Really enjoyed the piano playing in the background. Very easy listening!

[@theeccentricenglishman]

Thank you for your kind comments. And thank you for Wattisham. You provided wonderful Air Traffic Control when I was flying a Piper Cherokee from Earls Colne!

[@jimbo35br5]

Lived & worked there 20 years ago. Still miss it

[@theeccentricenglishman]

It was our home territory up to 11years ago. As you say, I miss it despite enjoying life in Somerset

[@janejohnstone5795]

Love...it...so...interesting...cultural...

[@theeccentricenglishman]

Thanks Jane

[@chrissythornhill]

Many a happy hour or two spent in The Swan …especially on a warm summer’s day ! I dearly love Lavenham and it’s history. Thank you so much for this beautifully edited and produced treasure ❤️👌🏼

[@theeccentricenglishman]

Thank you, Christine. Your compliments have raised my spirits and encourage me to keep going. Best wishes - Adrian.

[@chrissythornhill]

@@theeccentricenglishman During the Covid crisis The Swan was the place my daughter and son in law spent their honeymoon ! Not far from where I live, but it was wonderful for them both. He is originally from South Korea ! I really hope you’ll continue to make more of your videos. It was a real treat to see the ones I’ve watched ..Thank You 😊

[@theeccentricenglishman]

@@chrissythornhill Thanks for the encouragement I have just got back from a week's photoshoot on the Isle of Man where you get Cornwall, Scottish Highlands and a sandy plane all within 37miles. Add the orld's oldest continuos Parliamen, harsedrawn trams and tailless cats - and you've got everything.

[@chrissythornhill]

@@theeccentricenglishman Haha ! Sounds good to me … please don’t give up 🙏🏼 you really are a Gem 💎 🤗

[@DRcarpentergp]

What a wealth of information about the town and about the Anglo-American history. Thank you for sharing all your insights and experiences : )

[@theeccentricenglishman]

Thank you. I am glad it gave you pleasure.

[@jennyknepper]

Thank you so much for making this. Your narration is just my speed. I was lucky enough to visit Lavenham a decade or so ago and it’s nice to see that some places never change (probably a bit of an understatement in this case). Looking forward to watching more of your travels.

[@theeccentricenglishman]

Thank you for your kind comments. I hope you enjoy some of my other English town videos.

[@butterfliesonfilm]

Thank-you , very interesting as I know Lavenham well - my grandma lived there throughout my childhood, in a 15th century cottage on Bolton Street (steep!). My memories are of walks over the fields, the old railway track, the church and the Guildhall. I hope you enjoyed your stay there!

[@theeccentricenglishman]

I am so glad it brought back happy childhood memories for you. It makes it even more worthwhile. Have a good Christmas.

[@chrissythornhill]

Back for another visit 😊👍🏼

[@theeccentricenglishman]

Welcome back. The last Brum canal video should be ready in about 2 weeks

[@jesperthorsson3586]

Great video, thank you. I've been meaning to visit Lavenham for years, i shall definitely be going now.

[@theeccentricenglishman]

Thanks, Jesper. You will certainly enjoy the visit. Try to have a few sunny days. The continuous rain during my trip restricted mr to the Swan Hotel. ou mst spend ime in the magnificent church and explore the Guildhall.. Enjoy your trip.

[@johnscrimgeour6505]

thxs for this. interesting and informative. well done

[@theeccentricenglishman]

Thanks for the encouragement.

[@merlin5476]

Ive visited Lavenham many times. I had a friend that was decorating the outside of a house there & was approached by some American tourists that said to him " these houses are fantastic, we've had some too built in Disneyland " !!! He had to explain that these houses are genuine and are literally hundreds of years old. 🤣🤣

[@theeccentricenglishman]

You’ve got to love ‘em! I hope to get to the church this summer and hope that the weather is better.

[@MrDaiseymay]

Being a West-Country man, on my first journey to the East, I drove through Lavenham from Cambridge, and although I was familiar with it's famous Half timber houses, from Calendars etc. It was quite a plesant 'shock to to see Lavenham main st in reality. It was like a film set, and quite stunning, especially, ''The Swan'. Many ancient ttowns and Villages in Britain have several Half timbered houses, but nothing quite like Lavenham, I guess Tewkesbury is the nearest. There is one particularly 'Crooked House' in Lavenham, which, I was told, gave it's name to the childrens nursery ryhme, 'Their was a crooked man who walked a crooked mile etc. It's hard not to beleive it, an incredible sight. East anglia is peppard with RAF and USAAF WW2 air Bases, and memorials too. My half brother flew from 'NORTH CREAKE, on his last mission, and THE, last mission of the war in Europe. May 3rd, 1945. He is, as the song said, ' Buried over there.'

[@theeccentricenglishman]

You and I have nade opposite journeys. We moved from East Anglia to Somerset 10 years ago. I am glad to have recalled your trip to Lavenham although saddened by the loss of your half-brother. The feelings never go away completely. We know having lost two saighters. Thanks for your comment.

[@margaretpepper3550]

I think that this video is just brilliant & so poignant. Lump in throat...

[@theeccentricenglishman]

I'm glad you appreciated the tribute. Thank you.

[@MMM-qx7wb]

Very poignant video thank you

[@theeccentricenglishman]

Thank you for your kind words

[@janejohnstone5795]

Well....we don't have this in America!!..or anywhere....in any other country...

[@theeccentricenglishman]

Thanks Jane. The Americans are really devoted to the Airmaen's Bar at The Swan. Barely a week goes by without a American pilgrim visiting the hotell.

[@michaelmooney1253]

Very interesting visit into the past,shame about the droll piano in the background,more suited to a sad event.

[@theeccentricenglishman]

I felt that the end of the video about the tragic death of the general was very sad.