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The Swan Hotel and Spa Historical Archives

Discover the fascinating history behind The Swan Hotel and Spa. From its Parts date to circa 1390 (over 600 years old) origins to its role in local heritage.

The Swan Hotel and Spa

Babergh District, Suffolk

Building Age: Parts date to circa 1390 (over 600 years old)

Original Purpose: Guildhall for wealthy wool traders, later an inn.

Architecture: Showcase of medieval timber-frame architecture. Features mullioned windows, inglenook fireplaces, ancient brick floors. The Gallery Restaurant has a high timbered ceiling. Georgian and Victorian refurbishments added wings while maintaining original style.

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One of Britain’s oldest continually running hotels. Consists of three merged medieval buildings. Hosted visiting nobility in Tudor times. Served as a billet for American airmen in WWII (USAAF 487th Bombardment Group). The Gallery Restaurant features ship timbers, some rumored from the Spanish Armada.

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The Swan Lavenham: History, Ghosts, and Enduring Legends

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The Swan Hotel & Spa in Lavenham, with over 600 years of history, is a tapestry of medieval architecture, significant events, and haunting folklore, particularly the tale of its Grey Lady.

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c. 1390 Origins of the building, likely as a guildhall for wool traders.

15th Century Evolved into a busy inn.

WWII Served as an officers’ mess for the US Army Air Force.

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