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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 on two wheels with this immersive, self-guided cycling adventure… Discover the very best of Suffolk on two wheels with this immersive, self-guided cycling…
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk on two wheels with this immersive, self-guided cycling adventure…
Featured Events in Saxmundham
BBC National Orchestra of Wales II: Tamsin…
Date: 20th Jun - 20th Jun 2026
Memories, dreams and a search for meaning in this vividly expressive concert of orchestral works,… Memories, dreams and a search for meaning in this vividly expressive concert of orchestral…
BBC National Orchestra of Wales II: Tamsin Waley-Cohen
Date: 20th Jun - 20th Jun 2026
Summer Shopping Day
Date: 4th Jul - 4th Jul 2026
Join us at Snape Maltings between 10am – 5.30pm on Saturday 4 July for our Summer Shopping Day. Join us at Snape Maltings between 10am – 5.30pm on Saturday 4 July for our Summer Shopping Day.
Olivia Chaney: Sons of Art
Date: 18th Jun - 18th Jun 2026
“Rare beauty”: expect the unexpected as Olivia Chaney meets Henry Purcell for a late-night gig. “Rare beauty”: expect the unexpected as Olivia Chaney meets Henry Purcell for a late-night gig.
Aldeburgh Festival
Date: 12th Jun - 29th Jun 2026
The Aldeburgh Festival brings together outstanding musicians from around the world. The Aldeburgh Festival brings together outstanding musicians from around the world.
Featured Businesses in Saxmundham
All Seasons Cottage Breaks
Three 4* self-catering cottages in Saxmundham, near the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Full of character… Three 4* self-catering cottages in Saxmundham, near the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Full of…
All Seasons Cottage Breaks
Three 4* self-catering cottages in Saxmundham, near the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Full of character…
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk on two wheels with this immersive, self-guided cycling adventure… Discover the very best of Suffolk on two wheels with this immersive, self-guided cycling…
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk on two wheels with this immersive, self-guided cycling adventure…
Boundary Farm Glamping
Family-Friendly, Luxury Glamping in Suffolk Family-Friendly, Luxury Glamping in Suffolk
Mollett's Farm
Spend a few days in Suffolk on our farm, staying in one of our six new luxury cottages and studios,… Spend a few days in Suffolk on our farm, staying in one of our six new luxury cottages and…
Mollett's Farm
Spend a few days in Suffolk on our farm, staying in one of our six new luxury cottages and studios,…
Featured Itineraries in Saxmundham
If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of a city, then the Suffolk Coast is the perfect… If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of a city, then the Suffolk Coast is the…
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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Date: 28th Jun - 28th Jun 2026
Early Britten, elegant Brahms and Wigglesworth’s touching dialogue with Bach in our final Festival… Early Britten, elegant Brahms and Wigglesworth’s touching dialogue with Bach in our final…
Knussen Chamber Orchestra II: Echoes
Date: 28th Jun - 28th Jun 2026
Expiry Date: 29th Jun 2026
Snape Maltings Accommodation
Explore the Suffolk countryside from one of 13 wonderful self-catering properties situated in the… Explore the Suffolk countryside from one of 13 wonderful self-catering properties situated in…
Snape Maltings Accommodation
Explore the Suffolk countryside from one of 13 wonderful self-catering properties situated in the…
Date: 17th Oct - 17th Oct 2026
Join award-winning professional wildlife photography Kevin Sawford for this autumn wildlife… Join award-winning professional wildlife photography Kevin Sawford for this autumn wildlife…
Autumn Wildlife Photography Workshop with Kevin Sawford
Date: 17th Oct - 17th Oct 2026
Expiry Date: 17th Oct 2026
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…
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