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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The Scole Hotel

Diss

Adam

NT$3,193 total

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Jan 1 - 2026/1/2

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Diss

Andrew

NT$3,832 total

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Jan 9 - 2026/1/10

The Riverside House Hotel

Bury St Edmunds

Jonathan

NT$2,414 total

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Jan 11 - 2026/1/12

Best Western Brome Grange

Eye

Andrew

NT$3,033 total

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Dec 27 - Dec 28

The Old Rectory Hotel

Norwich

Gary

NT$2,719 total

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Jan 2 - 2026/1/3

Indoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers

Sprowston Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Club

Norwich

Matthew

NT$2,512 total

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Jan 18 - 2026/1/19

Deluxe King Suite | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Kings Head Bawburgh

Norwich

Alex

NT$6,067 total

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Dec 29 - Dec 30

The White Horse Hotel

Leiston

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The Westleton Crown

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were very pleasant and helpful. Recommendation from Vanessa were well received. Breakfast was tasty & had a good selection. Nice pre Christmas break. Bathroom had a lovely roll top bath to relax in."

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What's Diss like for family-friendly vacations?

The welcoming destination of Diss is a great choice if you've been thinking about a vacation with the kids. The forests, gardens, and hiking trails are just a few things that make this the ideal place for a family vacation. Take to the air and fly into Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.), which is located 21.5 mi (34.5 km) from the city center.

What's the best place to stay when traveling with kids to Diss?

The Scole Hotel is a hotel with 2 restaurants and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Diss?

The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 42°F. Average annual precipitation for Diss is 26 inches.

What's there to see and do with your family in Diss?

The 100th Bomb Group Memorial Museum and The 95th Bomb Group Hospital Museum are interesting attractions you and your family might enjoy exploring while you are staying in Diss. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Diss Museum and No 8 Marketplace.

What's the best way for us to get around Diss?

To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Diss Station. Diss may not have many public transit options to choose from so consider renting a car to explore more.

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