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Kirton is also home to Kirton Creek, a popular birdwatching site on the
River Deben that is filled with wildlife and stunning, tranquil views.

For anyone looking to live somewhere family-friendly with a real
community feel to it, Kirton could be the place for you, as James
explains. “There’s a local football team called the Kirton Kestrals, who
have teams for the Under-11s, Under-12s, and Under-16s. Their home
ground is Kirton Recreation Ground which is very busy come the
weekend with football matches and locals visiting the play park with
their children.”

In addition, Kirton has a farm shop selling homegrown fruits and
vegetables alongside other necessities, as well as a few eateries. “The
go-to place is The Artisan Smokehouse which, although temporarily
closed at the moment due to Covid, is a great place to eat and is very
popular with the locals and others from outside the village. Another
favourite is the White Horse Pub. Recently under new management, it’s
busy most evenings and weekends, with karaoke and live bands within
the newly-landscaped pub garden. The new kitchen has just opened
too, offering a good selection of food and drinks.”

In terms of schools, the nearby Trimley St Martin Primary School
serves those who live in Kirton, and there are a number of secondary
schools to choose from.