St Andrew's church in Thelveton This view was taken from Boudica's Way. Boudica's Way leads past the churchyard of St Andrew's church in Thelveton: coming from Norwich Road it crosses Church Road, passing the Grange and following Burston Road westwards until it turns off, leading across fields, to Frenze Hall, and to Diss from there. Boudica's Way is a 40-mile footpath that links Norwich and the market town of Diss on the Suffolk borders. The name Boudica (often spelled 'Boadicea', which was the Victorian version or 'Boudicca', used by Tacitus) derives from the Celtic 'bouda' which means victory. Boudica was the wife of the Icenian king Prasutagus. When he died his kingdom was annexed by the Romans, Boudica was flogged and her daughters raped. In AD 60 or 61 Boudica led the Iceni, along with others, in revolt. They destroyed Camulodunum (Colchester) and the site of a temple to the former emperor Claudius. Boudica was defeated in the end and is reported by Tacitus to have poisoned herself. The site where she is buried is unknown. St Andrew's church > https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1764785 is situated at a picturesque spot of the Thelveton Estate, bordered by fields and a cattle pasture. Boudica's Way long distance footpath > https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1764759 leads past the churchyard. The building - an estate church rather than a parish church - is of Norman origins but has been extensively restored by the Mann family, Lords of the Manor, from the late 1800s onwards. The tower collapsed in 1757 and has not been replaced, the furnishings date from the C19 restoration and the marble reredos > https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1764847 with mosaic inlay dates from that time. The chancel also houses a wall memorial to Thomas Mann (1886) > https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1764859 which was made by C Stoatt. The Mann family owns the estate to this day. The east window > https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1764855 was presented in 1899 in memory of Thomas Mann and his wife. The stained glass windows > https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1764864 are of very good quality, unfortunately noboby could tell me who made them. The octagonal font > https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1764872 is C15 and a large royal arms for Charles I (1620s) > https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1764874 hangs above the south doorway.

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Best Western George Hotel

Swaffham

Ivor

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12 Jan - 13 Jan

The Old Rectory Hotel

Norwich

Gary

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Wherry Hotel

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The Riverside House Hotel

Bury St Edmunds

Jonathan

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Muthu Belstead Brook Hotel

Ipswich

Simon

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Sprowston Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Club

Norwich

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Are you and your partner looking for a romantic getaway? Couples enjoy Diss for its countryside and bars. You might want to spend some time strolling hand in hand through the natural surroundings with a visit to Bressingham Steam and Gardens, Diss Mere Wildlife Garden or Scole Pocket Park. Whether you want to be pampered with breakfast in bed or get a couples' massage, you'll be sure to find accommodation in Diss to make for the perfect couples' weekend.

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Riverside retreat over looking the stunning Waveney Valley - fishing & kayaking is a favourite guest house for couples, and features a garden and laundry facilities.

When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Diss?

If you're hoping to get lost in the rain on your romantic getaway, take a look at these details about year-round temperatures in Diss: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Diss is 653 mm.

What is there to do in Diss?

There's nothing better than seeing a new destination with your sweetheart, so consider taking time to discover all that Diss has to offer. Couples looking to get out in nature will enjoy Diss for its countryside. A visit to Bressingham Steam and Gardens, The 100th Bomb Group Memorial Museum or The 95th Bomb Group Hospital Museum might be just the ticket when you're checking out the sights.

What's the best way to get to Diss and around town during my romantic getaway?

This information about transportation options in Diss might help your romantic trip get off to a smooth start: To get to Diss, book a flight to Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.), which is the closest major airport, located 21.5 mi (34.5 km) from the city centre. If you want to explore the larger area, take a train from Diss Station.

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Sprowston Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Club

The Westleton Crown

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Sprowston Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Club

Barnham Broom Hotel, Golf & Spa

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