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The Village of Dedham
The village of Dedham is situated on the River Stour in north-east Essex, England. It lies in the heart of Dedham Vale, an area designated as being of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and immortalised in many of the paintings by John Constable RA, one of Britain’s best known artists. It is one mile from the A12 trunk road, and four miles from Manningtree Station, which enjoys a 65-minute train service to London, Liverpool Street.
The village possesses a wealth of interesting architecture, and many of the buildings date back some 500 years to the height of the wool trade, on which the prosperity of the village was founded. Of particular note is St Mary's Church: full details of the church may be accessed from www.dedham-parishchurch.org.uk.
Another famous artist, Sir Alfred Munnings RA, was a Dedham resident for many years. His former home, Castle House in Castle Hill, now serves as a museum see www.siralfredmunnings.co.uk.
Dedham boasts one of the most successful primary schools in the country, for details see www.dedham.essex.sch.uk
The village has a number of thriving organisations. Please click on an item for more details:
Details of various sporting activities within the village may be found at www.ukvillages.co.uk/ukvillages.nsf/villages/Dedham-Essex.
For more details regarding the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, take a look at www.dedhamvalestourvalley.org