Stansfield is a thriving village community situated amidst the undulating countryside of south-west Suffolk, approximately 5 miles north of the historic town of Clare and 11 miles south-west of Bury St. Edmunds. Other notable towns and villages nearby include Cavendish and Long Melford
The village population of approximately 250 is served by an active village hall, cricket pitch, playing field, church and public house The Compasses. The parish lies within the borough of St Edmundsbury and includes the hamlet of Assington Green.
The surrounding countryside offers outstanding walking opportunities including the Bury to Clare Walk which passes through the village. Just a short detour down the road and towards the village brings you to the pub for a well earned rest!
