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"We loved the peace and quiet of such a tranquil setting. Lovely comfortable accomodation near to so many wonderful sights and places to visit"
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Where to go
Here
is a selection of places to give you some idea of things
to do locally. You
might also like to visit www.walkinginsuffolk.co.uk
which gives useful information and downloadable leaflets
on many of the walks you can enjoy during your stay.
Places to visit
- For more places, beaches
and scenic spots along the coast -
click here>
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Orford
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Walks | Pubs/Restaurants
| Sailing | Castle
Only 5 minutes
drive, or 30mins walk to arguably one of the prettiest
villages on the Suffolk Coast, Orford is a true historical
gem. From its castle, pretty cottages, two
pubs and famouse Crown
& Castle Restaurant to the picturesque quay
offering river cruises and a traditional smokehouse,
it's an ideal place to while away a happy day or two.
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Snape
Maltings - Walking
| Shopping | Eating
The Maltings is most famous
for its history with the composer Benjamin Brittan
and the internationally reknown concert hall. Tickets
for any production are booked out fast so check the
website link for details. Other than the concert hall
the maltings is a beautiful setting. An old grain
drying complex, now turned into a range of smart shops
and dining. Even if you just drop in on your way by
it's a great spot to enjoy a quick stroll along the
river and a drink in the Plough and Sail pub.
For more places, beaches and scenic
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Museums
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Long
Shop Steam Museum Leiston (20
minutes)
Home of the
famous Garrett Steam engine factory and now a museum,
the longshop is perfect for those who love history
and machines.
Opening
hours:
Mondays to Saturdays 10am - 5pm Sundays 11am
- 5pm
Admission::
Adults £3.50, Senior Citizens £3.00, Children
£1.00, Under 5's FREE
Website:
www.longshop.care4free.net
Address:
Main Street, Leiston, Suffolk IP16 4ES |
Farm parks
and wildlife
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Africa
Alive (35 minutes)
- African
game animals | Restaurant | Shop| Indoor & Outdoor
Play area
A
great deal of money has been spent making this a really
good animal park. A range of large game can be seen
from Lions, Cheetah, Rhino, Giraffe. Tour train, soft
indoor play and outdoor, great gift shop.
Opening
hours: Winter 2009
to Spring 2010 - Open Daily 10am to 4pm - last admission
3pm.
Admission:
Adult: £9.50 Child: £6.95 (3-15yrs) Over
60: £8.50
Website: www.africa-alive.co.uk
Kessingland, Lowestoft,
Suffolk, NR33 7TF
Tel: 01502 740291
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Easton
Farm Park
- Animals
| Childrens entertainment/education
"This
award-winning attraction is set in the beautiful surroundings
of the Deben river valley. The historic Victorian
buildings offer a stunning backdrop to the fun and
adventures to be had. Try to tame our mad pygmy goats,
help to collect the eggs, ride a pony, let off steam
in the indoor soft playarea and outdoor adventure
playground."
Opening
hours: 10:30am - 6pm
until Sunday 25th September (closes for winter)
Admission:
Adult: £5.75 Child: £4.25 Over 60: £5.25
Family (2 adults + 2 children): £18
Website: www.eastonfarmpark.co.uk
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Stonham
Barns Owl Sanctuary -
Animals | Childrens entertainment
"The Suffolk
Owl Sanctuary at Stonham Barns in Suffolk is the focal
point of our organisation and provides a delightful
place to visit to watch, study or simply enjoy the
company of Owls and other birds of prey. There are
over 60 raptors at the Centre, all housed in spacious
aviaries and flying free in narrated flying displays
or demonstrations."
Opening
hours: 10.30 - late
afternoon, all year
Address:
Stonham Barns, Pettaugh Road Stonham Aspal, Suffolk,
IP14 6AT
Website:
www.stonhamowlsanctuary.co.uk
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Baylham
House Rare Breeds Farm -
Animals | Childrens entertainment
"Baylham
House Farm is a small livestock farm. At Baylham House
Farm we breed farm animals that were once common but
are now very rare. The farm is on part of the Roman
site of Combretovium which included two Roman forts
and a large civil settlement."
Opening
hours : Every day
from 11.00 till 5 (last entry)
Address :
Mill Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk,
IP6 8LG 5.8 miles from Ipswich.
Website : www.baylham-house-farm.co.uk
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Country
Houses
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Ickworth
House -
Country House | Gardens
"The history
of the house is fascinating, created in 1795 by the
eccentric Fourth Earl of Bristol. It features a giant
rotunda and remains a treasure house of silverware
and European art. The spectacular gardens were designed
by 'Capability' Brown and feature woodland walks,
a deer enclosure, a vineyard, a Georgian summer house,
a church, a canal and a lake."
Opening
hours : See
website
Admission :
£6.70, child £2.50. Groups £5.70,
child £2.20
Website :
www.ickworthhouse.co.uk
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Kentwell
Hall - Country
House | Gardens
"Kentwell
Hall, at Long Melford, Suffolk is a little great house
of magical beauty, one of the loveliest of the Elizabethan
houses that still remain to us, with an exterior that
is quite unspoiled. Subject of a unique restoration
project since 1972. Extensive Gardens, dominated by
moats and mellow brickwork, enjoyable in every season.
Farm with Rare Breeds. Renowned Re-Creations of 16th
C. Everyday Life. These show many ‘Tudors’
at a whole range of 16th Century activities in this
perfect Tudor setting, at least one weekend most months
from April to September. Also occasional Re-Creations
of WWII daily life. Open Air Entertainments in late
July/early August: Shakespeare, Opera and popular
Music."
Opening
hours : See
website
Admission :
Adult £9.15 Senior Citizen £8.05 Child
(5-15yr) £5.90 Child under 5yrs FREE
Website :
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Somerleyton
Hall -
Country House | Gardens
"Somerleyton
Hall was originally a Jacobean manor but was remodelled
in 1844, transforming it into the fine example of
an early Victorian Hall in the Anglo Italian style
that we see today. Beautiful architecture, antique
furniture, the trademark Crossley carpets - and an
unmistakably 'lived-in' feel make a visit to Somerleyton
Hall a fascinating and unforgettable experience. Add
to this our famous 1846 yew hedge maze (one of the
finest in Britain) and our splendid gardens containing
many different specimens of trees, shrubs, borders
and plants, and you'll soon see why a vist to Somerleyton
Hall and Gardens is a must."
Opening
hours : See
website
Admission :
Adult £8.25 Senior Citizen £7.25 Child
£4.25 (less for garden only visitors)
Website :
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recommend to our guest which you think should be listed
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