Sternfield WWI Memorial
Sternfield’s Memorial is made of granite and was erected on 23rd July 1920 to remember the Fallen in WWI
Benhall WWI Memorial
Benhall’s Memorial is made of Portland Stone and was erected on 4th September 1921 to remember the Fallen in WWI
Bigsby’s Corner
When and how did a section of road in Benhall (on B1121) get to be known as Bigsby’s Corner and who was Bigsby?
Benhall’s Beacon
Until recently there wasn’t a beacon in Benhall or Sternfield for events such as Anniversaries, Jubilees or Coronations.
Our Village Club aka the Hut
Currently known as the Benhall & Sternfield Ex-Servicemen & Village Club which was built in 1923 after WWI.
Bus Shelter 1953
Villagers built a bus shelter for just £20 in 1953 using the remainder of their Coronation Fund. The youngest ‘builder’ was just 3 years old!
Changing Times on the Land
The History Group’s project in 2024 was to look at the changes in Farms and Farming in our two villages.
Telephone Box
Benhall Green’s telephone box has a history as well as being beautifully decorated and used to inform local residents.
Mill at Benhall Green
Postmills were the first windmills, introduced into the UK in the 12th century. Hundreds were built in Suffolk alone. This Benhall mill was built in 1736.