Aldeburgh’s History

Mentioned in the Domesday Book as a very small hamlet, Aldeburgh grew in proportion to its rise in popularity during Tudor times as a port. The Moot Hall, built around 1520, is still used for council meetings today and is one of more than 60 listed historic buildings and monuments in the town.

Aldeburgh has thrived in various guises over the centuries. The fishing industry was prominent until the Victorian era, and it is still possible to buy fresh fish and seafood from the North Sea at local fisherman beachside huts. For the last couple of centuries, Aldeburgh has become a fashionable seaside resort.

The composer Benjamin Britten made Aldeburgh his home and established the Aldeburgh Festival;the focal point of a year-round programme of music and arts attracting a worldwide audience. Maggie Hambling’s sculpture, The Scallop, is dedicated to Britten and is an imposing presence on the beach.

Aldeburgh’s golf course is ranked within the top 100 courses in the UK and there is exceptional sailing on the rivers Alde and Ore from Aldeburgh’s’ popular yacht and sailing clubs.

Today, Aldeburgh remains popular with tourists and a magnet for those looking for a bolthole from city life.

Properties for Sale in Aldeburgh

Find out more about the beautiful properties for sale or to let in Aldeburgh and the surrounding areas. Feel free to drop into our Flagship branch located on the high street for a chat, where one of the team will be happy to help.

Additionally, you can click this link to view houses for sale in Aldeburgh online.

If you are considering moving into the area, please also see our area information page which provides information on which schools are close to Aldeburgh, who the water supplier is, and key contact details for local authorities.

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