Things to do
Below is a small selection of the many attractions and things to do in the area:
Shawsgate Vineyard - 4 miles
www.shawsgate.co.uk
One of East Anglia’s oldest commercial vineyards, producing a range of red, white and rosé wines. Wine tasting, shop and walks amongst the vines.
Framlingham Castle - 4 miles
www.english-heritage.org.uk
12th century castle with museum of local history and lots of planned themed activities for all the family.
Easton Farm Park - 7 miles
www.eastonfarmpark.co.uk
Enjoy a family day out at this open farm, with small animal petting sessions, farm walks, themed activities and a gift shop.
Long Shop Museum - 7 miles
www.longshop.care4free.net Exhibits about steam engines, munitions, plastics and dry cleaning machines in the very place they were made, and Elizabeth Garrett Anderson the first English woman doctor.
Rendlesham Forest - 8 miles
www.forestry.gov.uk/rendlesham
Walks, cycle trails, picnic area and play sculpture.
RSPB Mismere Nature Reserve - 8 miles
www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/m/minsmere
RSPB Countryside walks, wildlife watching, guided walks, family activities, RSPB Shop and tearoom.
The Meare, Thorpeness - 10 miles
www.themeareatthorpeness.com
Over 40 acres of water – none of which is more than three feet deep – with islands to explore and a variety of water craft for hire including kayaks and rowing boats.
Tunstall Forest - 10 miles
www.forestry.gov.uk
Large forest within the Sandlings area of Suffolk with coniferous plantations, broadleaved belts and heathland areas. Very popular with walkers, cyclists and horseriders.
Ufford Park Golf, Health Club & Spa, 10 miles
www.uffordpark.co.uk
challenging 18-hole Par 71 golf course, well-equipped Health Club and luxurious Day Spa. Ufford park have kindly offered us a massive discount to pass on to our guests - 50% off day membership in the Health Club (including indoor swimming pool, spa bath, sauna & steam room, plus their fully equipped gym) and 25% off any of their Spa experiences ranging from short treatments to full spa days. Ufford also offer Alde Garden guests a 2 for 1 offer on a round of 18 holes of golf. Vouchers will be sent out with your booking confirmation.
Orford Castle & Orford Ness - 11 miles
www.english-heritage.org.uk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/orfordness
A medieval castle, nature reserve and RSPB reserve to explore.
Helmingham Hall Gardens - 13 miles
www.helmingham.com
Tudor Hall set in 400 year old deer park with moat and drawbridge. Stunning walled garden, rose garden and landscaped gardens. Cream teas and gift shop.
Beacon Rally Karts - 14 miles
www.beaconrallykarts.co.uk
Outdoor off-road karting centre for adults and over 5’s. 3 tracks, refreshments and spectator’s area.
Sutton Hoo - 14 miles
www.suttonhoo.org
One of the country’s most important archeological sites – the royal burial ground of an Anglo-Saxon warrior king and his most treasured possessions.
Oasis Camel Centre - 14 miles
www.oasiscamelcentre.co.uk
A family day out with camels, alpacas, llamas and a gift shop, educational talks and adventure play areas.
Southwold Pier - 15 miles
www.southwoldpier.co.uk
Gift shops, family friendly eateries and the famous ‘under the pier show’ – an amazing array of unusual home-made slot machines and simulator rides. ‘Best Tourism Experience 2008’ EET.
Stonham Barns - 15 miles
www.stonham-barns.com
Leisure, shopping and rural pursuits complex. Owl sanctuary, craft & gift stores, garden centre, golf course & driving range and restaurant.
Moo Play Farm, 15 miles
www.mooplayfarm.co.uk
Indoor play barn and outdoor play farm for children up to 12, with a toddler play area. Also has a petting area, picnic spot, tractor rides and yoga & pilates sessions. Great for rainy days (and sunny days too!)
Africa Alive! - 21 miles
www.africa-alive.co.uk
See giraffes, zebras, rhinos and ostriches roaming wild in the safari park based on the plains of Africa. Lookout lodge, animal encounters, feeding talks, safari road train & indoor adventure play area. ‘Best Suffolk Attraction’ 2006 & 2008.
Baylham House Rare Breeds Farm - 23 miles
www.baylham-house-farm.co.uk
Working livestock farm breeding rare and endangered breeds of cattle, sheep, goats poultry and pigs. Animal feeding, picnic area, café and gift shop. Voted by the public as "The Best Visitor Experience in Suffolk" in both 2006 and 2007 and was runner up in 2008 and 2009.
Pleasurewood Hills - 28 miles
www.pleasurewoodhills.com
White knuckle rides, roller coasters and entertainment.
Somerleyton Hall - 35 miles
www.somerleyton.co.uk
Early Victorian residence in Anglo-Italian style with 12 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens.
Kentwell Hall - 40 miles
www.kentwell.co.uk
16th Century hall and extensive gardens. Regular award-winning events showing Tudors re-creating many aspects of everyday 16th C life – on selected weekends.
West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village and Country Park - 41 miles
www.weststow.org
Living history events bringing an excavated Anglo-Saxon village back to life. With a play area, visitor centre, gift shop & café, and surrounded by a 52 hectare country park.
Go Ape! High Wire Forest Adventure - 45 miles
www.goape.co.uk
Forest adventure park for adults and over 10’s including massive rope ladder, tarzan swing, zip wires and high wire rope bridges.
Bewilderwood - 47 miles
www.bewilderwood.co.uk
A huge forest of wild family fun and adventure. Treehouses, zip wires, jungle bridges, Crocklebogs, boat trips, toddler areas and really yummy food.
