The market town of Bungay lies astride the River Waveney on the borders of Suffolk and Norfolk, although of medieval origin most of today's buildings are 18th century due to a Great fire in 1688, which destroyed most of the town.

The Butter Cross was built with a cage to house prisoners while awaiting trial, here you can still see the wrist shackles by which they were restrained.

This shop window is a poignant reminder of the time of year, especially as we again find ourselves in troubled times.

The ruins of Bungay castle stand in the middle of the town and date back from the Norman period, the central Keep was built in 1164 by Hugh Bigod and in 1294 the round towers and ring walls were built by Roger Bigod. The Bigod's were a ruthless family who at one time or another owned lands and castles all over East Anglia.

The impressive tower of St Mary's church seen over the roof tops.

On the traffic island in the centre of the picture once stood a village pump.

View of the market place, with the Butter Cross, Kings Head Hotel and the tower of St Mary's church in the background.

St Mary's church.