Situated in the beautiful
Waveney Valley and established around one of the
deepest natural inland lakes in the country, Diss is a charming location. With
a market hosted at the town’s centre for well over 500 years, it has every
right to call itself a market town. And it is certainly picturesque.
The mere covering over 6
acres, once believed to be the crater of an extinct volcano is the perfect
place to enjoy a Sunday afternoon stroll or perhaps a picnic on a summer’s
afternoon. Take a walk around Diss
Park taking in views of
the mere, or quietly stroll around Frenze Beck Nature reserve, a wetland
paradise for many species of bird and other wildlife. For those who really want
to stretch their legs, Boudica’s Way runs for 40 miles from Diss to the
medieval city of Norwich, the capital of Norfolk. For cyclists,
there are two bike routes to be explored starting from Diss and taking in the
countryside and quaint villages and towns in the area. For those of you who
like to keep active, the Diss Swim and Fitness Centre houses a 25 metre pool
alongside gym classes, sauna, steam room and spa is nearby.
Or perhaps enjoy a stroll
through the town centre, embarking on a journey through its old courtyards and
winding streets. Discover centuries of history with the town boasting excellent
examples of Tudor, Georgian and Edwardian architecture. The heart of the town
is overlooked by the Stunning Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin. Sitting
slightly above the town, the church can be seen from miles around and has stood
on its current site since1290. Venture to the church in the summer months and
you may catch one of the music concerts held there. For an insightful view of
the town’s history, visit the museum, packed full of artefacts and photographs
which map the story of the town’s history and its people.
For shopaholics, Diss is
the perfect haven to indulge. The layout of the shops is as interesting as the
shops themselves. Arranged around four courtyards: Cobbs, Norfolk House, Hales
and Will, a wonderful array of shops are waiting to be browsed, including a
tempting sweet shop, vibrant auction houses, and of course, the historic
market. Diss is also home to a number of supermarkets for day to day
convenience. The City of Norwich and the town of
Ipswich are
both under 25 miles away where you will find an even greater choice including
many big brand names.
To further the day to day
convenience which makes this area so wonderful are the excellent local
facilities which this community benefits from. There are three local surgeries
and ample nurseries in the area alongside a number of primary and secondary
schools, making this development perfect for families.
Diss is now part of the
Cittaslow or “slow city” project, meaning it has undertaken a “pledge” to
embark upon a continuous process of self-improvement for the town. Cittaslow is
a growing international network of towns where quality of life is important.
What better place to create a home.
The combination of
history, modern day amenities, the towns values and these wonderful homes,
means that Diss is the perfect location to enjoy your new Charles Church home.