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The Heart of Suffolk
The Heart of Suffolk has a gentle pace of life, with characterful market towns of antique shops and boutiques, charming rural pubs, quaint, quiet villages of thatched cottages and farms coloured Suffolk Pink. In county town Ipswich relax on the waterfront with its clanking halyards and soft swish of the River Orwell before exploring ancient mercantile streets. This is a great area for leisurely exploring, with destinations that reward curiosity. Food and drink are part of the pull too, from farmers’ markets, farm shops and cafés to vineyards and producers worth seeking out. Don’t miss Stowmarket’s Food Museum. The Heart of Suffolk is a place to build a slow, relaxing itinerary with multiple stops across a rural patchwork of rolling countryside punctuated by destinations that will make you feel you’ve stepped back to a gentler time.
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Things not to miss in East Anglia
Posted: 10th Mar 2026
East Anglia has splendid beaches, beautiful stately homes and estates, some of the best wildlife… East Anglia has splendid beaches, beautiful stately homes and estates, some of the best…
Things not to miss in East Anglia
Posted: 10th Mar 2026
East Anglia has splendid beaches, beautiful stately homes and estates, some of the best wildlife…
What National Trust properties are there in East Anglia
Posted: 7th Mar 2026
Guide to National Trust properties in East Anglia gives an overview on the fantastic range of…
Top Attractions in Heart of Suffolk
Ickworth Estate – National Trust
An Italianate Palace in the heart of Suffolk. With over 1800 acres of parkland, gardens and brand… An Italianate Palace in the heart of Suffolk. With over 1800 acres of parkland, gardens and…
Ickworth Estate – National Trust
An Italianate Palace in the heart of Suffolk. With over 1800 acres of parkland, gardens and brand…
Africa Alive
Suffolk's Wildest Day Out! Suffolk's Wildest Day Out!
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near… An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis…
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near…
Anglia Indoor Karting
If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart Racing… If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart…
Anglia Indoor Karting
If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart Racing…
Featured Events In The Heart of Suffolk
Teen Wildlife Photography Workshop
Date: 4th Aug - 4th Aug 2026
Teen practical masterclass led by award winning photographer Kevin Sawford. Teen practical masterclass led by award winning photographer Kevin Sawford.
Summer Meadow Tour
Date: 16th Jun - 16th Jun 2026
Explore the hidden wonders of a summer meadow Explore the hidden wonders of a summer meadow
Breakfast in the Barn: Jazz July
Date: 12th Jul - 12th Jul 2026
Start the weekend with a fresh ‘Farm to Fork’ breakfast and be entertained by the soothing sound of… Start the weekend with a fresh ‘Farm to Fork’ breakfast and be entertained by the soothing…
Workshop: Willow Weaving for Gardeners
Date: 5th Aug - 8th May 2026
Join local willow artist Toni Cross for a relaxing morning of creating practical and decorative… Join local willow artist Toni Cross for a relaxing morning of creating practical and…
Featured Businesses In The Heart of Suffolk
The Suffolk Escape
The family run Suffolk Escape offers luxury self catering holidays in our large Sheepyard Barn,… The family run Suffolk Escape offers luxury self catering holidays in our large Sheepyard…
The Suffolk Escape
The family run Suffolk Escape offers luxury self catering holidays in our large Sheepyard Barn,…
Milsoms Kesgrave Hall
Set in beautiful countryside, Milsoms Kesgrave Hall is a luxurious boutique hotel, luxury spa and… Set in beautiful countryside, Milsoms Kesgrave Hall is a luxurious boutique hotel, luxury spa…
Milsoms Kesgrave Hall
Set in beautiful countryside, Milsoms Kesgrave Hall is a luxurious boutique hotel, luxury spa and…
Helmingham Hall Gardens
Welcome to Helmingham Hall Gardens. Find out about visiting the spectacular Grade 1 Listed Gardens,… Welcome to Helmingham Hall Gardens. Find out about visiting the spectacular Grade 1 Listed…
Helmingham Hall Gardens
Welcome to Helmingham Hall Gardens. Find out about visiting the spectacular Grade 1 Listed Gardens,…
Anglia Indoor Karting
If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart Racing… If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart…
Anglia Indoor Karting
If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart Racing…
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Date: 31st May - 31st May 2026
Join artist Alexandra Oliver for Field & Canvas, an afternoon of painting set in the beautiful… Join artist Alexandra Oliver for Field & Canvas, an afternoon of painting set in the beautiful…
Field & Canvas with Alexandra Oliver
Date: 31st May - 31st May 2026
Expiry Date: 31st May 2026
Stay In Suffolk
Stay In Suffolk - luxury self catering holiday accommodation throughout the Suffolk coastal region. Stay In Suffolk - luxury self catering holiday accommodation throughout the Suffolk coastal…
Stay In Suffolk
Stay In Suffolk - luxury self catering holiday accommodation throughout the Suffolk coastal region.
Helmingham Hall Gardens
Welcome to Helmingham Hall Gardens. Find out about visiting the spectacular Grade 1 Listed Gardens,… Welcome to Helmingham Hall Gardens. Find out about visiting the spectacular Grade 1 Listed…
Helmingham Hall Gardens
Welcome to Helmingham Hall Gardens. Find out about visiting the spectacular Grade 1 Listed Gardens,…
Date: 10th May - 10th May 2026
Get ready to groove, laugh and have a blast with your family as our energetic dance party returns… Get ready to groove, laugh and have a blast with your family as our energetic dance party…
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