Long Melford Green was also used as a filming backdrop. Long Melford has a network of public footpaths across fields, farmland and wilder landscapes, offering visitors the chance to swap shopping bags for walking boots. The Mill Walk is a popular 2.5-mile route, passing Melford Hall and Holy Trinity Church before heading west for views across the Stour Valley. Pubs, gardens and places to stayViews taken around Melford Hall's gardens (Image: citizenside.com)After a walk, Long Melford has no shortage of places to pause for food and drink. A summer day out with plenty to offerLong Melford comes alive in summer (Image: Newsquest)Long Melford comes alive in summer as visitors fill its high street to browse antique shops, explore historic buildings and enjoy food and drink in its pubs and gardens.