Historical Geography information for Sudbury, Suffolk, England
| Place Name | Sudbury |
| Description | Sudbury is a small market town in the English county of Suffolk. It is located on the River Stour near the Essex border. Evidence of Sudbury as a settlement originates from the end of the 8th century during the Anglo-Saxon era, and its market was established in the early 11th century. Its textile industries prospered during the Late Middle Ages; the wealth of which funded many of its buildings and churches. The town became notable for its art in the 18th century, being the birthplace of Thomas Gainsborough. |
| City, Village, or Parish | Sudbury |
| County | Suffolk |
| Country | England |
| SiteID | 93476 |
| DateUpdated | 4/22/2025 12:46:48 PM |
| Record ID | DataSet | Surname | Spelling Variations |
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British Surname Clusters | Rice | Rice |