Long Melford was a busy village in Tudor times and still is attracting visitors and holiday makers from all over the UK.

But The Bull predates even the Tudor monarchs - by some 35 years having been built in 1450.

The Bull is prominently situated in the centre of Long Melford which has the longest high street in East Anglia.

Its original timber work both outside and inside is unusually well preserved.

That of the exterior was discovered in 1935 when a hundred year old brick front was removed.

On a beam in the lounge is carved a Wildman or Woodwose a mysterious being frequently depicted in the decoration of the middle ages reputedly to ward off evil spirits.

You are aware of the Bulls ancient history as soon as you walk into the entrance hall.

Its massive moulded oak beams dominate the reception area and the original part of the building.

During the coaching era the Bull was the principal Posting House of the town and a stopping place of the London Bury St Edmunds and Nor