Places to stay in Preston, Suffolk

Preston St Mary is a village in Suffolk. Located to the north-east of Lavenham, it is part of the Babergh district. The parish includes the hamlets of Rooksey Green and Whelp Street. Local dining options include Gallery, No 10 Wine Bar & Kitchen, Tickle Manor Tea Rooms, and The Great House.

The center of Preston ( which is at is longitude 0°50'16.35 and latitude 52°6'54.500 ) is located 2 miles away from Lavenham, 6 miles away from Lawshall, 6 miles away from Long Melford and 7 miles away from Hadleigh.

Available Preston lodging

We currently have 4 accommodations in and around Preston.

Preston Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Photograph of The Swan Hotel, Lavenham
Listing updated 2026
Hotels

The Swan Hotel

Approx 3 miles away in Lavenham:

The Swan at Lavenham is the quintessential English country hotel situated in the Suffolk countryside. The hotel dates back to the 1400's when it played a key role in Lavenham's wool trade.
High Street
Lavenham, Suffolk
Bed & Breakfasts

Lavenham Priory

Approx 2 miles away in Lavenham:

Lavenham Priory is a "Grade 1 listed" half-timbered house dating from the 13th century.
Water Street
Lavenham, Suffolk
Hotels

The Bildeston Crown

Approx 4 miles away in Ipswich:

High Street
Ipswich, Suffolk

Preston Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Photograph of Stanstead Hall, Hitcham
Listing updated 2026

Stanstead Hall

Campsite

Approx 4 miles away in Hitcham:

We are situated approximately 6 miles from Stowmarket, just outside the village of Hitcham in the lovely Suffolk countryside. The camping is approached down a long drive of about 400 yards, leading to the farm gate and the camping field which overlooks our pond and wheat / barley fields..
Hares Road
Hitcham, Suffolk
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Preston

Photograph of The Great House Hotel & Restaurant - Lavenham, Lavenham
The Great House Hotel & Restaurant - Lavenham

The Swan ( Dining / Other ). The Swan, Monks Eleigh is an attractive thatched pub situated in a quiet village in the heart of the Suffolk countryside, 25 minutes equally distance from the Cathedral town of Bury St. Edmunds, the medieval town of Colchester & the port of Ipswich. Our aim is to serve fresh locally sourced food using seasonal produce. You can delight in our regularly changing menu in a relaxed setting. www.monkseleigh.com Link

Gallery ( Dining / Other ). The Swan Hotel is one of England's most iconic hotels dating back to the 15th Century. Relax in front of our roaring log fires throughout the winter months. During the summer months, the French doors are thrown open with views onto the hidden gardens and Cloister Courtyard, a perfect setting for alfresco dining. There is no intrusion on the peace and relaxation of your stay with our friendly and attentive team offering a warm welcome. Whether it's a candlelit dinner for two, a special birthday celebration or a romantic wedding we really will exceed your expectations. We are delighted to have been recently voted within the top twenty Top UK Hotels by Condé Nast. If you haven’t stayed with us for a while, and want to find out why we are worthy of such an accolade, perhaps we can entice you to stay with one of our special offers. www.theswanatlavenham.co.uk Link

The Great House Hotel & Restaurant - Lavenham ( Dining / Other ). A superb 'French restaurant with rooms'. The 15th century Boutique hotel provides luxury accommodation and the best restaurant in the heart of historic village of Lavenham in Suffolk in East Anglia. www.greathouse.co.uk Link