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Lying just a few miles northeast of Sudbury, Acton is a village that manages to retain its own distinct character despite its proximity to the larger market town. It is centered around the Grade I listed All Saints’ Church, which dates back to the 13th century and houses the notable brass of Sir Robert de Bures. Geographically, the village is a mix of older timber-framed houses and more modern developments, reflecting its steady growth over the decades. It’s a practical location for those who need to get around, with the A134 nearby providing a straightforward route toward Bury St Edmunds or Colchester. Locally, the village remains self-contained enough to feel like a proper community, supported by a primary school, a traditional pub, and a village shop. The surrounding landscape is typical of the Stour Valley borders - rolling Suffolk farmland with a network of footpaths that lead out toward the neighboring hamlets of Newman's Green and Clowes Green.