Hotels in Suffolk
Attractions and Days Out in Suffolk

 

Suffolk is a very popular tourist destination for people of all ages and interests. It is a county with a wealth of history to be explored, an abundance of nature and wildlife, glorious beaches, popular resorts, water sports and being relatively flat it is ideal for those who like to explore on foot or by cycle.

The Suffolk Coast and Heaths are designated as Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and there are many lovely villages, towns and hamlets in Suffolk which are worth visiting; our particular favourites include Aldeburgh, Bury St Edmunds, Lavenham, Southwold, Sudbury and Woodbridge.


Family Attractions in Suffolk
Family Attractions and Amusements in Suffolk
Zoos-in-Suffolk
Zoos, Children's Farms and Animal Sanctuaries in Suffolk
Country Parks, Nature Trails, Bird Watching and Wildlife in Suffolk
Watersports in Suffolk
Watersports and Cruising in Suffolk
Stately Homes Gardens and Parks in Suffolk
Stately Homes, Gardens and Parks in Suffolk
Museums and Galleries in Suffolk
Castles, Abbeys and Churches in Suffolk
Theatres and Music in Suffolk


Family Attractions in Suffolk

Pleasurewood Hills Theme Park
Leisure Way, Corton,
Lowestoft,
Suffolk,
NR32 5DZ

A great selection of rides and attractions for the smallest to the largest of children - book online to save money and beat the entrance queues

South Pier Leisure Complex
Royal Plain,
Lowestoft,
Suffolk,
NR33 0AE

Ten pin bowling, amusement arcades, luxury casino, large indoor play complex and more

Southwold Pier
North Parade,
Southwold,
Suffolk,
IP18 6BN

623 feet of classic English fun with unique hand built machines. The pier receives visits from Britain's only surviving sea-going steam passenger ship the PS Waverley

(Back to top)

Zoos, Children's Farms and Animal Sanctuaries

Africa Alive
Kessingland,
Lowestoft,
Suffolk,
NR33 7TF

Enjoy a walking family safari at one of the UK's largest and most exciting wildlife attractions. Set in 100 acres of dramatic parkland and home to many different animals from the African Continent

Banham Zoo
The Grove,
Banham,
Norfolk,
NR16 2HE

Set in 35 acres of parkland Banham Zoo is rated in the top 3 zoos by Which Magazine

Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm
Mill Lane, Baylham,
Ipswich,
Suffolk,
IP6 8LG

Meet friendly farm animals as you wander freely between the paddocks and along a lovely riverside path

Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre and Beach
Minsmere Road, Dunwich,
Saxmundham,
Suffolk,
IP12 3DJ

Easton Farm Park
Easton,
Woodbridge,
Suffolk,
IP13 0EQ

Moo Play Farm
Locks Road, Brampton,
Beccles,
Suffolk,
NR34 8DX

Indoor play barn and outdoor adventure play farm for all ages up to 12. Tractor rides, nature hunt, picnic area and farm pets

Oasis Camel Centre
Orchard Farm, Cratfield Road,
Linstead,
Suffolk,
IP19 ODT

As well as seeing and learning about various members of the camel family, there is a host of other friendly farm and pet animals to meet. Other attractions include children's play areas, crazy golf, bouncy castles and a mini maze. Educational talks and demos take place on most days.

Redwings Horse Sanctuary
Caldecott Hall,
Great Yarmouth,
Suffolk,
NR31 9EY

Redwings is a registered charity with several centres around the UK. At the Caldecott site there is an information and welcome centre, café and shop, visitors are welcome

Sea-Life
Marine Parade,
Great Yarmouth,
Norfolk,
NR30 3AH

Explore a rich variety of underwater environments, from rugged coastline to tropical coral, reefs, from the sandy shallows to the dark depths of the ocean. At every step there are different amazing creatures to find, to watch and to learn about.

Suffolk Owl Sanctuary
Stonham Barns, Pettaugh Road,
Stonham Aspal,
Suffolk,
IP14 6AT

Spend a memorable day out in the company of owls, eagles, hawks, falcons, vultures and other beautiful birds and see them fly free in spectacular displays

(Back to top)

Country Parks, Nature Trails, Bird Watching and Wildlife

Brandon Country Park
Bury Road,
Brandon,
Suffolk,
IP27 0SU

32 acres in the heart of the Brecks with walks, cycle and easy access trails

Carlton Marshes
Burnt Hill Lane, Carlton Colville,
Lowestoft,
Suffolk,
NR33 8HU

Over 100 acres of beautiful Suffolk grazing marsh, fens and peat pools to explore via way marked trails

Clare Castle Country Park
Maltings Lane, Clare,
Sudbury,
Suffolk,

Beautiful quiet space that contains the remains of an old 13th century castle keep. The Nature Trail takes in the River Stour and the Railway Walk

Havergate Island
Orford Quay, Orford,
Aldeburgh,
Suffolk,

Havergate Island is an RSPB Reserve famous for its breeding Avocets and Terns which can be seen throughout the spring and summer.

High Lodge Forest Centre
Thetford,
Suffolk,
IP27 0AF

High Lodge at Thetford Forest is the Forestry Commission's premier recreation site in the East of You can walk, cycle, play, picnic, barbecue or simply relax and enjoy the forest.

Lakenheath Fen
Lakenheath,
Norfolk,
IP26

Purpose built by the RSPB this is a wetland area filled with Marsh Harriers, Hobbies, Bearded Tits and Warblers

Minsmere
Dunwich, Westleton,
Saxmundham,
Suffolk,

One of the RSPB's most famous reserves, a beautiful place for a day out whether you are a bird watcher or simply enjoy country walks

North Warren Nature Reserve
Aldeburgh,
Suffolk,
IP15 5BD

Just outside town this is a mixture of heath land popular with Dartford Warblers and Woodlarks and wet grasslands and reed beds favoured by Bitterns and Marsh Harriers. During the winter it supports wintering wildfowl including the Tundra Bean Goose

Nowton Park
Nowton Road,
Bury St Edmunds,
Suffolk,
IP29 5LU

200 acres of Suffolk countryside landscaped in typical Victorian style. The Park is owned by St Edmundsbury Borough Council and managed for recreation, leisure and nature conservation. Routes around the park vary from a thirty minutes stroll to a one hour walk on the circular path on the perimeter of the park.

Orford Ness Nature Reserve
Orford Quay, Orford,
Woodbridge,
Suffolk,
IP12 2NU

A wild and remote shingle spit, home to rare birds and plants. Once home to one of the most secret military test sites in Britain

Sandlings Forests
Rendlesham,
Woodbridge,
Suffolk,

The Sandlings cover woods in Tangham, Rendlesham and Dunwich with a wide range of habitats. There are Conifer Plantations interspersed with broad leaved areas, lowland heath land and wetland areas. Rendlesham Forest is the main area for recreation with circular walks, forest cycle trails, disabled trails, picnic areas and an adventure playground

Thornham Estate Walks
Red House Yard, Thornham Magna,
Eye,
Suffolk,
IP23 8HH

Twelve miles of footpaths through the woodland, farmyard and parkland of the Thornham Estate

West Stow Country Park
Icklingham Road, West Stow,
Bury St Edmunds,
Suffolk,
IP28 6HG

125 acre Country Park with a wide range of Breckland habitats - heath land, woodland, river and lakeland. There are nature trails, walks, bird hides and a bird feeding and visitor centre

Wolves Wood
Hadleigh,
Suffolk,

This is one of the few remaining ancient woodlands managed by traditional coppicing to benefit a variety of wildlife

(Back to top)

Watersports and Cruising

Alton Water Sports Centre
Holbrook Road, Stutton,
Ipswich,
Suffolk,
IP9 2RY

The largest reservoir in Suffolk offering fishing, sailing, windsurfing, nature reserve, picnic area, footpaths, water sports centre and visitors centre. Cycle hire is available

Coastal Voyager
Southwold Harbour,
Southwold,
Suffolk,

Fast exciting Sea Trips

Deben Cruises
The Quay, Waldringfield,
Woodbridge,
Suffolk,
IP12 4QZ

Lady Florence River Cruises
Orford Quay, Orford,
Woodbridge,
Suffolk,

For a different fine dining experience, cruise the calm waters of the River Alde and Ore while enjoying a freshly prepared meal. Cruise options are Brunch, Lunch, Dinner or Sunset Cocktail Suppers

Orwell River Cruises
Orwell Quay, Ipswich Wet Dock,
Ipswich,
Suffolk,

Choose between two different cruises and explore the beautiful River Orwell and Harwich Harbour

Waveney River Centre
Staithe Road, Burgh St Peter,
Beccles,
Suffolk,
NR34 0BT

An ideal departure point for a day out on the Southern Broads. There is a wide range of vessels available from rowing boats and canoes to luxury day cruisers

(Back to top)

Stately Homes, Gardens and Parks

Christchurch Mansion
Christchurch Park, Soane Street,
Ipswich,
Suffolk,
IP4 2BE

A fine Tudor mansion built around 1550 with a collection of furniture, ceramics, clocks and paintings from the 16th to the 19th centuries

Euston Hall
Euston,
Thetford,
Norfolk,
IP24 2QP

Open Thursdays throughout the summer Euston Hall has been home to the Dukes of Grafton for over 300 years

Gainsborough's House
46 Gainsborough Street,
Sudbury,
Suffolk,
CO10 2EU

Gainsborough's House is the birthplace of Thomas Gainsborough (1727 - 1788), one of the greatest painters in the history of British art. More of his paintings, drawings and prints are on display here at any one time that anywhere else in the world

Glemham Hall
Little Glemham,
Woodbridge,
Suffolk,
IP13 0BT

Dating from the 16th century and home to the Cobbold Family, there are classic walled rose and herbaceous gardens open most Sundays in summer

Helmingham Hall Gardens
Helmingham,
Stowmarket,
Suffolk,
IP14 6EF

Set in a 400 year old deer park with spectacular Grade 1 listed gardens, the amazing Tudor Hall is surrounded by a wide moat complete with drawbridge

Kentwell Hall and Gardens
Long Melford,
Suffolk,
CO10 9BA

Kentwell Hall is a great little house of magical beauty with extensive gardens, dominated by moats, mellow brickwork and ancient trees with an historic walled garden.

Somerleyton Hall and Gardens
Somerleyton,
Lowestoft,
Suffolk,
NR32 5QQ

Originally a Jacobean mansion, Somerleyton Hall was re-modelled in 1844 transforming it into a fine example of an early Victorian Hall in an Anglo-Italian Style with magnificent carved stonework, sumptuous state rooms and unique wood panelling. The 12 acres of beautiful gardens feature a famous Yew Tree Maze planted in 1846

Suffolk Spring Garden Show
Trinity Park,
Ipswich,
Suffolk
IP3 8UH
If you are a keen gardener then you should visit the Suffolk Spring Garden Show.

(Back to top)

Museums and Galleries

Bawdsey Radar Station
Bawdsey,
Suffolk,

Visit the 'Magic Ear' an exhibition about the history of radar. Built in 1937 Bawdsey was the first of the 'Chain Home Radar Stations'

Bentwaters Cold War Museum
Bentwaters Parks, Rendlesham,
Woodbridge, Suffolk,
IP12 2TW

Housed in a command post (bunker) of what was the USAF air base at RAF Bentwaters there are operations rooms any many other displays

East Anglia Transport Museum
Chapel Road, Carlton Colville,
Lowestoft,
Suffolk,
NR33 8BL

A working museum where the past comes to life

Greene King Brewery
Westgate Street,
Bury St Edmunds,
Suffolk,
IP33 1QT

Guided Tours for over 12s only, start at the museum and finish off with a tasting at the Brewery Tap

Hadleigh Guildhall
Market Place, Hadleigh,
Ipswich,
Suffolk,
IP7 5DT

A medieval timber-framed grade 1 listed complex dating from the 15th century

Heavy Horse Museum
Shire Hall,
Woodbridge,
Suffolk,

Dedicated to the Suffolk Punch the oldest breed of heavy horse in the world

Lavenham Guildhall of Corpus Christi
Market Place,
Lavenham,
Suffolk,
CO10 9QZ

One of the finest timber-framed Tudor buildings in England with a tearoom and shop

Museum of East Anglian Life
Iliffe Way,
Stowmarket,
Suffolk,
IP14 1DL

Steam power, rare breeds, traditional crafts, delicious foods, historic water meadows and gardens

Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum
The Street, Flixton,
Bungay,
Suffolk,
NR35 1NZ

Over 50 aircraft and 20,000 exhibits reflecting military and civil aviation in East Anglia

Saxted Green Postmill
Saxted Green,
Suffolk,
IP13 9QQ

This corn mill was one of many built in Suffolk from the late 13th century. Though milling ceased in 1947 the mill is still in working order and the floors are still full of fascinating machinery

Southwold Lighthouse
Stradbroke Road,
Southwold,
Suffolk,

Southwold Millennium Foundation

Sutton Hoo
Tranmer House, Sutton Hoo,
Woodbridge,
Suffolk,
IP12 3DJ

Often referred to as Page one of the history book of England, Sutton Hoo is a unique and fascinating place. Sutton Hoo is just off the Woodbridge to Bawdsey Road

The Amber Museum
Amber Shop, 15 Market Place,
Southwold,
Suffolk,
IP18 6EA

The only purpose built museum dedicated to the story and history of amber

The Long Shop Museum
Main Street,
Leiston,
Suffolk,
IP16 4ES

An award winning museum housed in the original Garrett Works Buildings including 'The Long Shop' a grade II listed building built in 1852 as the first production line for portable Steam Engines. Discover Leiston's history and visit the home of the Garrett Collection

The National Horseracing Museum
High Street,
Newmarket,
Suffolk,
CB8 8JH

Discover the history of British horse racing and enjoy behind the scenes tours to the gallops

Woodbridge Tide Mill
Tide Mill Way,
Woodbridge,
Suffolk,

In the early 1950's Woodbridge was home to the only surviving tidal mill in the country. It is now fully restored and in fine working order

(Back to top)

Castles, Abbeys and Churches in Suffolk

Eye Castle
Eye,
Suffolk,
IP23

The Castle dates from soon after the Norman Conquest and was built by William Malet. It was ruined in 1265 and was subsequently used as a prison, a site for a windmill, and finally had a folly built on the castle mound in 1844 by General Sir Edward Kerrison. The remains of this folly survive today

Framlingham Castle
Castle Street, Framlingham,
Woodbridge,
Suffolk,
IP13 9BP

An enchanting castle offering spectacular views over Framlingham and the charming reed-fringed Framlingham Mere. It has a long and fascinating history dating back to its inception in the 12th Century

Hedingham Castle
Bayley Street,
Halstead,
Essex,
CO9 3DJ

Hedingham Castle's 110 foot high Norman Keep was built c 1140 by Aubrey De Vere and is still owned by his descendants

Leiston Abbey
Theberton Road,
Leiston,
Suffolk,
IP16 4TB

One of Suffolk's most impressive monastic ruins of a 14th century abbey with a 16th century brick gatehouse

Orford Castle
Orford,
Woodbridge,
Suffolk,

The great keep of King Henry II is a maze of rooms and passageways with spectacular views over Orford Ness

St Edmondsbury Cathedral
Angel Hill,
Bury St Edmunds,
Suffolk,

There has been a church on the site of Suffolk's Cathedral for nearly 1000 years. Once part of the great Abbey of St Edmund it is now the only Cathedral in Suffolk, definitely worth a visit

Abbey Gardens
Bury St Edmunds,
Suffolk,
IP33 1XL

Beautiful public gardens surrounding the ruins of the Abbey. The gardens include a children's play area, aviaries, tennis courts, a bowling green, teashop and riverside walk leading to a local nature reserve known as No Mans Meadows

(Back to top)

Theatres and Music

Aldeburgh Festivals
Snape Maltings Concert Hall,
Snape,
Suffolk,
IP17 1SP

Aldeburgh Theatre
Crabbe Street,
Aldeburgh,
Suffolk,
IP15 5BW

Ipswich Regent Theatre
St Helens Street,
Ipswich,
Suffolk,
IP14 1HE

Ipswich Town Hall and Corn Exchange
King Street,
Ipswich,
Suffolk,
IP1 1DH

Marina Theatre
The Marina,
Lowestoft,
Suffolk,
NR32 1HH

Pulse Fringe Festival
Ipswich,
Suffolk,

Seckford Theatre
Burkitt Road,
Woodbridge,
Suffolk,
IP12 4JH

Snape Maltings
Snape,
Aldeburgh,
Suffolk,
IP17 1SR

The New Wolsey Theatre
Civic Drive,
Ipswich,
Suffolk,
IP1 2AS

(Back to top)

Home Page