Saxmundham
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Saxmundham
Saxmundham is a historic market town in Suffolk, England, close to the Suffolk coast, with Georgian and Victorian buildings and a railway station. It offers a variety of shops, cafés, pubs and places to stay and has a charming town museum.
Saxmundham, bypassed on the A12 between London and Lowestoft, is located in the valley of the River Fromus, 18 miles north-east of Ipswich and on the scenic railway line between Ipswich and Lowestoft.
Saxmundham has the closest railway station to RSPB Minsmere, Westleton, Dunwich, Thorpeness and Aldeburgh.
Top Attractions in Saxmundham
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from… Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures…
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from…
Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm
Nestling in the lush beauty of the Suffolk countryside, Baylham House Farm is the perfect… Nestling in the lush beauty of the Suffolk countryside, Baylham House Farm is the perfect…
Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm
Nestling in the lush beauty of the Suffolk countryside, Baylham House Farm is the perfect…
Featured Events in Saxmundham
Scratch Choir: A Ceremony of Carols
Date: 8th Dec - 8th Dec 2026
Join us for an invigorating and inspiring day of choral singing, learning and performing Britten’s… Join us for an invigorating and inspiring day of choral singing, learning and performing…
RSPB River and Reedbed Ramble
Date: 27th Jun - 5th Dec 2026
Join RSPB’s enthusiastic guides for a gentle ramble as they help you to enjoy the wildlife at this… Join RSPB’s enthusiastic guides for a gentle ramble as they help you to enjoy the wildlife at…
Date: 28th Nov - 28th Nov 2026
Following their sell-out performance of Messiah last year, Aldeburgh Music Club returns to Snape… Following their sell-out performance of Messiah last year, Aldeburgh Music Club returns to…
Britten Weekend: Winterreise
Date: 5th Dec - 5th Dec 2026
Join Britten Pears Arts in welcoming one of classical music’s greatest song cycles in the Britten… Join Britten Pears Arts in welcoming one of classical music’s greatest song cycles in the…
Featured Businesses in Saxmundham
Big Domain
Find large luxury houses and group accommodation perfect for any occasion - experts in bringing… Find large luxury houses and group accommodation perfect for any occasion - experts in…
Big Domain
Find large luxury houses and group accommodation perfect for any occasion - experts in bringing…
Boundary Farm Glamping
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Mill Hill Farm Caravan and Camping Park
Quiet, Dog Friendly Caravan and Camping Park, with Fishing and Lake Side Ensuite Camping Pods.… Quiet, Dog Friendly Caravan and Camping Park, with Fishing and Lake Side Ensuite Camping Pods.…
Mill Hill Farm Caravan and Camping Park
Quiet, Dog Friendly Caravan and Camping Park, with Fishing and Lake Side Ensuite Camping Pods.…
Wilderness Reserve
Wilderness Reserve is a 6,000-acre Suffolk estate offering luxury accommodation, outdoor… Wilderness Reserve is a 6,000-acre Suffolk estate offering luxury accommodation, outdoor…
Wilderness Reserve
Wilderness Reserve is a 6,000-acre Suffolk estate offering luxury accommodation, outdoor…
Featured Itineraries in Saxmundham
If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of a city for a long weekend or short break, then… If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of a city for a long weekend or short break,…
Featured Points Of Interest in Saxmundham
Dunwich Beach
Dunwich Beach lies south of Walberswick on the Suffolk Coast and is backed by heath and woodland. … Dunwich Beach lies south of Walberswick on the Suffolk Coast and is backed by heath and…
Dunwich Beach
Dunwich Beach lies south of Walberswick on the Suffolk Coast and is backed by heath and woodland. …
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Boundary Farm Glamping
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Date: 6th Dec - 6th Dec 2026
At Jubilee Hall, Britten’s enchanting Phantasy Quartet, known for its captivating interplay between… At Jubilee Hall, Britten’s enchanting Phantasy Quartet, known for its captivating interplay…
Britten Weekend: Britten Oboe Quartet
Date: 6th Dec - 6th Dec 2026
Expiry Date: 6th Dec 2026
Date: 20th Nov - 20th Nov 2026
An enticing programme of works in the Britten Studio for solo oboe, including Britten’s… An enticing programme of works in the Britten Studio for solo oboe, including Britten’s…
Friday Lunchtime Concert: Ewan Millar
Date: 20th Nov - 20th Nov 2026
Expiry Date: 20th Nov 2026
Date: 12th Dec - 12th Dec 2026
Experience the exotic flavours and aromas of Thailand with Yui's new cooking course, where Yui will… Experience the exotic flavours and aromas of Thailand with Yui's new cooking course, where Yui…
Taste of Thailand Cooking Course with Yui Miles
Date: 12th Dec - 12th Dec 2026
Expiry Date: 12th Dec 2026
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