On the East Side of the street, going South . . . .
The Lounge,
Little St Mary's
Mon-Fri 09:45 -16:30 Sat 10:00-17:00
phone 01787 379279The Lounge is a wonderful new experience in eating.
Downstairs is a stylish cafe serving excellent food and drink from 10:00 till 17:00 in a relaxed atmosphere. As well as the best coffee for miles around, you can enjoy fantastically different lunches; from Italian style toasted Panini sandwiches with Parma ham, mozzarella and tomato, for example, to more traditional home-made soups and jacket potato fillings. Sit down with your glass of wine or beer to one of our sophisticated salads : grilled goat's cheese and roasted pepper or a hot grilled Panini filled to your specification with bacon and Brie, red pepper, olive and mozarella or many other delights.
Of course cream teas and sandwiches are also available.
Visit us on the main road through Melford from Monday to Saturday, opposite St Catherine's Road.
Angela Galerie
Ladies Wear for Special Occasions
Little St Mary's
phone 01787 370233
fax 01787 880831
Mon-Fri 09:30 - 17:30, Sat 09:30 - 17:00
email: info@angelafashions.co.ukWith one of the best selections of international fashion under one roof in East Anglia, Angela has been providing outstanding service to its customers for the last 25 years. Our aim is to make shopping a pleasant experience, and to make you look and feel your best for any occasion. Collections on show include Basler, Marella, Gerry Weber, Frank Usher, together with many others. Visit the Angela web site to view the collections and services offered.
The Folkes-Miller Gallery
Little St Mary's
phone 01787 312278
Mon.-Sat. 10:00-17:00
email : mo.folkes@btinternet.com
web : www.folkesmillerfinearts.co.ukThe Folkes-Miller Gallery opened in July 2006 with an exciting collection of contemporary fine art, including works by Jos Van de Ven, Peter Jackson and Lynn Bushell.
The Persian Carpet Studio
The Old White Hart
Little St Mary's
01787 882214
Mon-Sat 10:00-17:30
email: sarabarber@persiancarpetstudio.co.ukThe Persian Carpet Studio, founded in 1990,is East Anglia's largest stockist of traditional Oriental Carpets from Persia, Turkey, Afghanistan, the Turkmen tribes and other areas. Both new and antique rugs are held in stock and a 'rug search' service is also provided to source items through their extensive contacts in the industry. (See also the Hart of the House entry below for contemporary items.)
The staff of expert restorers (of national repute) can undertake the conservation, restoration and cleaning of all hand made rugs of any size or age. Visitors to the restoration workshops are always welcome.
Hart of the House
The Old White Hart
Little St Mary's
phone : 01787 882208
email : info@hartofthehouse.co.uk
www.hartofthehouse.co.ukStockists of modern and contemporary rugs and carpets, mostly from Persia, India, China, Pakistan and other Far East weavers. Also in stock you will find a wide selection of cushions, throws, scarves and shawls, lamps, stools and a wide range of gift items - many sourced from the same geographical areas. (See also the Persian Carpet Studio entry for traditional Oriental rugs and restoration.)
Long Melford Antiques Centre
Chapel Maltings
Little St Mary's
phone and fax : 01787 379287
Mon - Sat. 09:30-17:00 (Sundays by appointment)Visiting East Anglia? Long Melford Antiques Centre invites you to come and see their excellent and extensive range of high-quality antique furniturre, pictures, silver, objets d'art, rugs and decorative items. Our friendly staff will be delighted to help and advise you in your choice, and we have large car parking facilities.
We have a good reputation for a large and varied selection , keen prices and good service, established over many years dealing with both home and international trade. We can arrange accommodation, carriage and shipping of goods. Occasional stands available.
Then, on the West Side of the street, coming North . . . .
The Withindale Gallery
Withindale Centre
CO10 9HS
phone : 01787 311516
fax : 01787 372327
Tue - Sun 11:00-16:00
The Withindale Gallery is situated on the banks of the River Stour in the tranquil grounds of the Withindale Centre - offering beautiful views of the surrounding landscape, painted by Constable and Gainsborough.
The gallery features a permanent exhibition of work by resident painter Katharina Powlesland. For more information on the current exhibition and resident artist, see the web site.
Village Clocks
Little St Mary's
01787 375896
Mon-Sat 11:00-17:00
Village Clocks is one of the country's leading antique clock specialists. Located in the historic village of Long Melford, this small shop sends clocks around the world and customers include serious collectors, museums, local authorities and interior decorators.
John Massey, the owner of Village clocks, is a member of the Antiquarian Horological Society and the Guild of Master Craftsmen with a lifelong interest in the study of horology. The varied stock includes classic masterpieces from the 17th century through to 20th century collectable clocks. The web site is at www.villageclocks.net
The Trinity Gallery
Hall Street
01787 464022
email: gordon@trinitygallery.co.ukThe Trinity Gallery in Hall Street, houses a permanent exhibition of paintings, drawings and prints by Suffolk artist Gordon Parkinson. Here you'll find local landscapes in watercolour together with pen & ink drawings - all hanging alongside tactile and powerful abstracts in acrylic.
All stock prints are limited edition from Gordon Parkinson originals and only available from the Trinity Gallery. We offer a seven-day picture framing service and have a comprehensive range of mouldings to choose from.
Gordon will accept commissions for landscapes, house portraits and birthday or retirement cards and, most days, will be found working in the gallery where he will be happy to discuss your needs.
Long Melford Fine Foods
Radio Cottages
Hall Street
01787 881361
email mcaleer1@btinternet.comA lovely shop selling excellent local bread, preserves and freshly-made cakes.
Unusual teas and coffees are a specialty.
Just down from the Co-op Food Store, on the same side of the road.
The Jessica Muir Gallery
Hall Street
CO10 9JR
01787 310400
email: thejmgallery@hotmail.comMon., Wed., Thu., Fri., 10:30 - 16:00, Sat. 10:30 - 17:00
The Jessica Muir Gallery is a contemporary art & craft gallery situated in the centre of the village, run by artists Jessica Brown & Jean Muir. The gallery specialises in jewellery, ceramics, glass, textiles and limited edition prints, displayed on two floors within the 15century grade II listed building. Work exhibited is an eclectic mix from new designers and established artists working in the British Isles, with many originating from East Anglia. A variety of exhibitions run throughout the year.
Gallery opening times vary by season, check our web site for details or call the gallery on 01787 310400.
Angela Sport
for Smart, Relaxed Weekend Wear
Hall Street
tel : 01787 880290
fax: 01787 880831
Mon-Fri 09:30 - 17:30, Sat 09:30 - 17:00This unique and friendly boutique specialises in chic women's weekend wear, stocking quality merchandise from well-known houses. The looks, from, Gerry Weber, Betty Barclay, Olsen, Michele Trousers, Mac Jeans, Oska, Sarah Pacini and Gerald Darel are many and varied. See the web site at http://www.angelafashions.co.uk or click on the picture.
The Flower Scenta
The Red House
Hall Street
tel: 01787 375115
fax: 01787 370084
email: maria@theflowerscenta.co.uk
www.theflowerscenta.co.uk
Tue-Fri 09:30 - 17:00, Sat 09:00 - 16:00
Long Melford's flower shop, at the top end of Hall Street, opposite The Bull Inn.
Flowers and floral gifts for all occasions, for weddings and anniversaries, birthdays, or just a special gift to a loved one.
BYchoice Estate Agents
Cocoa-nut House,
Hall Street
tel : 01787 315065
email : clare.steadman@bychoice.co.uk
www.bychoice.co.uk
Open 7 days a week. . . a brand new, exciting and innovative estate agent with Suffolk and Essex properties for sale and the widest choice of village and country homes available.
BYChoice makes every effort to be the buyer's choice - hence our name. And because buyers choose BYChoice, sellers can relax in the knowledge that their properties will be seen by the widest and most-interested audience.
Homes for sale : Visit us anytime to check that we deliver our promise and see our relaxed, air-conditioned offices in Hall Street, Long Melford, or King Street, Sudbury. Comfortable surroundings, freshly made coffee, internet access for browsing properties for sale or rent and virtual tours.
BYChoice property details include floor plans and high quality pictures of each property. Photographic tours of properties are available to view in our office or at home from our easy-to-use web site.
Contact : Clare Steadman clare.steadman@bychoice.co.uk
The Hunter Gallery
Coconut House
Hall Street
phone: 01787 466117
Mon-Sat 10:00-17:00The Hunter Gallery is located opposite "The Bull" at the North end of Hall Street. The gallery exhibits contemporary work from a variety of artists who present their pieces in a broad range of styles and media.
The mission of the gallery is to offer works of art of such an eclectic range that there will be something there to suit all tastes. A mix of traditional and up-to-the-minute modern art is displayed in the five gallery rooms in this fascinating building. The original paintings and limited edition sculptures vary in price from £150 to £3500 with the exhibitions changing every two months.
You can view examples of the current exhibition at www.thehuntergallery.com. The gallery is open Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm.
This page was updated on 21st March 2008