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yours to discover in 2008 CONTENTS

Yours to discover... History and Heritage ...... 3 Sports and Leisure ...... 4 Vibrant Art and Culture ...... 5 Indulge in Eating Out ...... 6 Coast and Countryside ...... 7 ...... 8 ...... 9 ...... 10 Woodbridge ...... 11

Where to Stay Premier Hotels ...... 12 Serviced Accommodation...... 16 Self Catering Accommodation ...... 22 Camping and Caravaning ...... 34

For Your Information Where to Go ...... 37 Events on The Suffolk Coast...... 41 Useful information ...... 42 Tasty Suffolk ...... 43 Gradings and Symbols Explained ...... 44 & 45 Our Kind of Visitor ...... 44 & 45 Area Map...... 47

Information

Our three Tourist Information Centres are on hand to give you all the information you need to really enjoy your stay. They stock a wide YOURS TO range of local products, maps and souvenirs, as well as offering an accommodation booking service. Transport and events booking facilities WHY SHOULD I VISIT are also on hand to help you make the most of your visit. THE SUFFOLK COAST?

ALDEBURGH The Suffolk Coast, one of the UK’s finest landscapes – with 40 miles of Heritage Coast set High Street, Aldeburgh IP15 5AQ in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. 01728 453637 [email protected] Under our big East Anglian skies you will find tranquillity and an invigorating sense of space, even at the height of summer. FELIXSTOWE With so much to see it’s easy to leave the car behind and explore on foot or bicycle. 91 Undercliff Road West, Whether you want to build sandcastles and eat ice-cream or discover some of Britain’s Felixstowe IP11 2AE rarest wildlife, you can do it here on the Suffolk coast. 01394 276770 [email protected] Our charming seaside towns are great for family holidays and our historic riverside WOODBRIDGE villages are romantic places to stay and linger. Water is never far away and each new tide brings light and movement, delighting the eye and relaxing the mind and body. Station Buildings, Woodbridge IP12 4AJ 01394 382240 Away from the coast there are more secrets to discover. You’ll find beautiful churches [email protected] historic castles; Anglo-Saxon burial sites; windmills and a fairytale meare; mysterious forests and leafy lanes; historic market towns and friendly, oak-beamed pubs you’re www.choosesuffolkcoastal.co.uk guaranteed fantastic local food and a warm welcome wherever you go. 2 CHOOSE SUFFOLK Take a journey through history when visiting the Suffolk Coast. COAST2008 The famous Anglo Saxon burial site of , managed by the National Trust, is located just outside Woodbridge; there are Norman castles at Framlingham and Orford, a 15th Century fort at Felixstowe; a multitude of historic houses that open to the public through the Invitation to View scheme; an abundance of wind and water mills throughout the District including Woodbridge Tide Mill, one of the last working tide mills in the country and a series of Martello Towers guarding the coast from Felixstowe to Aldeburgh.

Rendlesham Forest, near Woodbridge, is the home to one of the most infamous UFO sightings of recent years. In December 1980, military staff based at nearby RAF Woodbridge Airbase saw what appeared to be an alien spaceship land within the forest. The Forestry Commission operate UFO trails throughout the Forest to take you through what happened that night.

Bringing us into the 21st Century is the Port of Felixstowe, which sits at the edge of the resort of Felixstowe. The viewing area at Landguard offers spectacular views over the ports of Felixstowe and Harwich and the multitude of container, passenger and cruise ships using these ports.

Framlingham Castle

Orford Castle

DISCOVER...... HISTORY AND HERITAGE Inside Landguard Fort

Sutton Hoo

3 CHOOSE

SUFFOLKSutton Hoo COAST2008

YOURS TO ... SPORTS AND LEISURE

The coastal area offers a variety of leisure pursuits to suit all ages and abilities from golfing on one of the spectacular links courses to taking a fishing charter out from Felixstowe Ferry to birdwatching at .

The heathland, coastal areas and small forests within the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are perfect for all forms of outdoor recreation, with a variety of cycling, walking and horse riding paths available.

For those rainy days there are indoor leisure centres and play facilities located throughout the District that offer bowling alleys, soft play, swimming and other activities.

The rivers and estuaries offer plentiful opportunities for freshwater fishing and wildlife spotting river trips along the Rivers Deben, Alde and Ore.

4 There are a surprising number of artists, potters and crafts people working throughout the District, many of whom open their studios to the public during June for “Suffolk Open Studios”.

Aldeburgh and nearby Concert Hall are world renowned for their musical connections through , and , with concerts being held throughout the year including the of Music and the Arts and Snape Proms.

Other festivals include Art on the Prom in Felixstowe; Felixstowe Drama Festival; Arts Framlingham Summer Festival; Arts Festival; Yoxfest and Aldeburgh Poetry Festival.

The Henham Estate, near is host to the Latitude Festival in July and offers an alternative to Glastonbury.

DISCOVER... Latitude Festival ...VIBRANT ART AND CULTURE ’s “Scallop”

Snape Maltings

5 YOURS TO ...INDULGE IN EATING OUT

Suffolk Coastal has a large variety of restaurants and pubs that serve food ranging from Michelin Starred to local farm produce. Every village has a pub with character, many providing excellent food in convivial surroundings. The hotels have great restaurants and there are a number of top class restaurants and cafes serving local produce, organic meat and really fresh fish. Local smokehouses provide smoked fish and chicken amongst other meats and local vineyards provide wine tasting events and tours.

Families are catered for too with many cafes and restaurants that are happy to provide child sized portions. Many of the premises have wonderful views over rivers and reed beds, which contribute to the feeling of relaxation and contentment.

The Aldeburgh Food and Drink festival in October highlights the variety and quality of locally produced food. UKTV Food has seen several of the farm shops and restaurants in the area nominated as Local Food Heroes in 2007, for their contribution towards local food provision and the reduction of food miles.

New for 2008, many of the guest accommodation premises featured in this guide have signed up to the “Suffolk Breakfast Initiative” to show their commitment to sourcing their breakfast ingredients locally.

6 CHOOSE The most obvious attraction of is the unspoilt coast and countryside. SUFFOLK Here, you’ll find almost limitless opportunities for walking, cycling and horseriding, along with award-winning beaches. COAST2008

The resort of Felixstowe is a haven for small children and the elderly with a wide, flat, 2 mile long promenade. Further up the coast the more intimate towns and villages of Aldeburgh, , Orford and offer a different variation on the seaside experience, from wild shingle beaches to glorious sandy dunes.

The countryside is enchanting, ranging from a patchwork of gently rolling arable fields and small woodlands to the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This is a very special landscape, a fragile mosaic of heaths, forest, wetlands and coast that collectively support some of the rarest wildlife in Britain. Here, there are many nature reserves to explore, way- marked trails and three long-distance paths (leaflets available from Tourist Information Centres).

The area is particularly rich in birdlife. There are four river estuaries that teem with wildfowl and wading birds from Autumn through to Spring. Coastal marshes play host to unusual birds such as the bittern, marsh harrier and avocet, while the Sandlings Heaths are home to rare species such as the nightjar.

Walberswick

DISCOVER...... COAST AND COUNTRYSIDE Country Walks

Dunwich Beach 7 POINTS OF INTEREST

I Moot Hall and Museum I Independent Cinema I Lifeboat Station and Shop I Tourist Information Centre I River Trips I Lookout Towers I Model Yacht Pond I Snape Maltings I and Meare I RSPB Minsmere I and Seawatch Centre

Moot Hall ALDEBURGH ...A SMALL SEASIDE TOWN WITH HUGE CHARM

A highly fashionable destination for holidays and day trips, Aldeburgh remains largely the same as it has been for decades. While fishermen still sell their daily catch from huts on the beach, the high street boasts a number of award-winning restaurants and bistros.

Independent shops and galleries line the street and along with Snape Maltings Concert Hall, Aldeburgh provides the backdrop to a rich musical heritage, with Benjamin Britten’s world- renowned Aldeburgh Festival of Music and the Arts held in June.

On the seafront, the Moot Hall houses the town’s museum and is a focal point, with its ancient timbers and outside staircase. At the top of the Town Steps, leading off the High Street and up the cliff, there is a wonderful view over the roof tops and out to sea.

In nearby , the Long Shop Museum, provides a fascinating insight into the 250-year old engineering history of Richard Garrett (the Richard Branson of his day), and Elizabeth Garrett Anderson, the first female doctor. The RSPB’s flagship reserve at Minsmere is four miles from Aldeburgh and The National Trust’s Dunwich Heath, is just eight miles. Two miles from Aldeburgh, in Thorpeness, you can spend a day boating on the magical, early 20th century meare with its Peter Pan themed islands.

8 CHOOSE ...A TRADITIONAL RESORT FOR ALL THE FAMILY SUFFOLK

The most obvious attraction of Suffolk Coastal is its unspoilt coast and countryside. Here, COAST2008 you’ll find almost limitless opportunities for walking, cycling and horseriding, along with Felixstowe Beach award-winning beaches at Felixstowe, Aldeburgh, Thorpeness and .

The resort of Felixstowe is a haven for small children and the elderly with a wide, flat promenade. Further up the coast are more intimate towns and villages, including Aldeburgh, Dunwich and Walberswick. Each offers a different variation on the seaside experience, from wild shingle beaches to glorious sandy dunes.

The countryside is enchanting. To the west of the A12 trunk road, there’s a patchwork of gently rolling arable fields and small woodlands. To the east, much of the land forms part of the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This is a very special landscape, a fragile mosaic of heaths, forest, wetlands and coast that collectively support some of the rarest wildlife in Britain. Here, there are many nature reserves to explore, way-marked trails and three long- distance paths (Leaflets available from Tourist Information Centres).

Award Winning Beaches Felixstowe Pier

Sea Defences

FELIXSTOWE Felixstowe Ferry POINTS OF INTEREST

I Spa Pavilion Theatre I Independent Cinema I Local History Museum I Landguard Fort I Seafront Amusements I Tourist Information Centre I River Trips I Port Viewing Area I Nature Reserves

9 CHOOSE SUFFOLK COAST2008

POINTS OF INTEREST

I Framlingham Castle I Lanman Museum I Mill I Farm Park I Vineyards

Framlingham Castle

Inside Framlingham Castle Lanman Museum

FRAMLINGHAM

...AT THE VERY HEART OF THE SUFFOLK COUNTRYSIDE

The attractive market town of Framlingham is dominated by a Norman Castle which was the seat of the Earls and Dukes of .

The Mere alongside the Castle is managed by and a circular footpath enables visitors to appreciate the abundance of wild flowers and wildlife.

The Town Trail, available through TIC’s, is a great way of finding out more about the town’s history and interesting buildings.

In 2006, 'Country Life' magazine voted Framlingham the number one place to live in the country and came runner up in 2005’s contest to find Englands Favourite Market Town.

The award winning Shawsgate Vineyard nearby offers winetasting, tours and a childrens play area with a retail outlet selling their wide range of wines, ciders and non-alcoholic grape juices. The award winning farm attraction, Easton Farm Park, offers a unique experience for children with the chance to hug-a-bunny, feed the goats or take a horse and carriage ride with one of the Suffolk Punch horses.

10 ...AN ATTRACTIVE & HISTORIC RIVERSIDE TOWN

Choose Woodbridge for its history, picturesque views and welcoming atmosphere. Nestling near the head of the tidal reaches of the , Woodbridge has been chosen as an ideal place for a settlement for over 1200 years. This location is still highly sought after. The Elizabethan Shire Hall houses a museum celebrating the Suffolk Punch Horse and the local history museum.

Other landmark sights include the much-photographed historic Tide Mill and Buttrum's Windmill. Across the river is the Anglo-Saxon burial ground of Sutton Hoo operated by the National Trust.

During the summer months all these attractions are linked by an open top bus service on Thursdays and Saturdays.

Once you are in Woodbridge there are a host of independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants to visit, all serving things that are just that little bit different from anywhere else. A chance to experience real shopping again.

Woodbridge Town Hall Buttrums Windmill The Tide Mill

Orford Ness

WOODBRIDGE

Woodbridge Marina POINTS OF INTEREST

I Tide Mill I Buttrums Windmill I Shire Hall Museum I Suffolk Punch Heavy Horse Museum I Sutton Hoo I Orford Castle I I Tourist Information Centre I River Trips I and Tunstall Forests I Riverside Theatre

11 Premier Hotels

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BEST WESTERN WHITE LION HOTEL

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80% Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh, IP15 5BJ T 01728 452720 F 01728 452986 E [email protected] W www.whitelion.co.uk The White Lion has the distinction of being Aldeburgh’s longest established hotel, established in 1563. Enjoying a premier seafront position, many of the rooms have superb seaviews. The White Lion’s AA Rosette Restaurant 1563 offers excellent cuisine with local seafood and fish a speciality. This with efficient and friendly service makes the hotel an ideal location for a relaxed and truly memorable break. For a light meal try the bar with its wonderful sea views. Our tariff varies throughout the year depending on the month you choose to visit. The rates shown are the lowest and highest for each of the different types of rooms. All prices include full English breakfast.

£ from £49 to £104 per person per night.

08104

BRUDENELL HOTEL

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86% The Parade, Aldeburgh, IP15 5BU T 01728 452071 F 01728 454082 E [email protected] W www.brudenellhotel.co.uk The Brudenell is situated a step away from the beach in Aldeburgh. Many of the bedrooms enjoy magnificent views of the sea and the . Superior and Deluxe rooms (with a king size bed) for those special occasions. The award winning AA Two Rosette restaurant with panoramic views of the sea specialises in seafood and grills. During the summer months dine al fresco on the terrace. The Brudenell Hotel is truly the ideal location for a relaxing break or alternatively a great base to explore the Heritage coast. Our tariff varies throughout the year depending on the month you choose to visit. The rates shown are the lowest and the highest for each of the different types of rooms. All prices include full English breakfast.

£ from £51.50 to £134.00 per person per night.

08105

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WENTWORTH HOTEL

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86% Wentworth Road, Aldeburgh, IP15 5BD T 01728 452312 F 01728 454343 E [email protected] W www.wentworth-aldeburgh.com The Wentworth Hotel stands overlooking the beach and the sea; Inside you will find the style and comfort of a country house. Fresh flowers abound. There are two spacious and comfortable lounges with views of the beach and fishing boats in the summer. In the winter, open fires invite you to relax safe from the elements outside. The Wentworth has 35 individual and contemporary bedrooms, many with superb seaviews. The elegant candlelit restaurant uses fresh and wherever possible, local produce and has been awarded two AA rosettes. The menus change on a daily basis. Outside on fine days, the two sea-facing terraces are sunny and sheltered places for morning coffee, a light lunch or afternoon teas. The hotel has a walled car park with spaces for 30 cars. The accommodation tariff changes throughout the year depending on the season and the type of room chosen.

£ from per person per night including breakfast Standard single £63 to £98. Smaller double/twin inland £54 to £78. Smaller double/twin sea £66 to £90. Larger double/twin sea £73 to £96

08005

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THORPENESS HOTEL, GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB

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77% Lakeside Avenue, Thorpeness, IP16 4NH T 01728 452176 F 01728 453868 E [email protected] W www.thorpeness.co.uk

Offering traditional hospitality throughout the year, the excellent facilities include thirty comfortable en-suite rooms, apartments, a relaxing bar, snooker room and library, and a superb restaurant. The 18 hole heathland golf course has been compared to Sunningdale and Woodhall Spa and offers a challenge for even the experienced player. The nearby Country Club overlooks the beach and has twelve apartments, function and conference facilities and seven tennis courts. The hotel also offers rowing boat hire in the Summer and cycle hire all year round. Bed and breakfast tariff - rates are per person per night. Dinner may be taken in the restaurant, or for a lighter meal the Terrace Bar serves snacks throughout the day and evening. Golf break tariff - rates are per person per night for a minimum of two nights and are inclusive of bed and breakfast, dinner and golf. Apartment tariff - self catering accommodation. Guests may dine in the hotel restaurant or bar and enjoy discounts on golf and tennis with the exception of July and August.

£ from £46 to £132 per person per night.

08102

MAP REF C3 08084 Hotel, leisure, spa & golf at Ufford Park

• 87 bedroom hotel • The Doctorgolf Academy For more information • Restaurant and bars • 3500 sqft American Golf shop please contact us on • 32 bay floodlit driving range • Extensive health and full spa facilities 0844 4771 826 • Challenging and scenic • Banqueting and conference rooms or visit our website 18 Hole, Par 71, golf course • All open to non-members www.uffordpark.co.uk

HOST TO Yarmouth Road, Melton, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 1QW

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08064

SECKFORD HALL

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79% Woodbridge, IP13 6NJ T 01394 385678 F 01394 380610 E [email protected] W www.seckford.co.uk A romantic Elizabethan mansion set in 32 acres of landscaped gardens and woodlands with sweeping lawns and willow-fringed lake. Personally supervised by the owners, Seckford Hall is a haven of seclusion and tranquillity. Oak panelling, beamed ceilings, antique furniture, four poster beds, suites, a leisure club with indoor pool, beauty salon, gym and spa-bath, and adjacent 18-hole golf course all create a feeling of relaxation for our guests. There are two restaurants featuring fresh lobster and game from local farms, together with an extensive wine cellar.

£ from £92.50 to £127.50 per person per night for dinner, bed & breakfast (min 2 nights). Bed & breakfast for single from £85, doubles from £140.

08087

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MARYGOLD SANVIV THE TOLL HOUSE THE OAK #### MAP REF D3 ### MAP REF D3 #### MAP REF D3 #### MAP REF D3

4 Beaconsfield Road, 59 Fairfield Road, 50 Victoria Road, 111 Saxmundham Road, Aldeburgh, IP15 5HF Aldeburgh, IP15 5JN Aldeburgh, IP15 5EJ Aldeburgh, IP15 5JF T 01728 453323 T 01728 453107 T 01728 453239 T 01728 453528/453503 F 01728 454686 E [email protected] F 01728 452099 E [email protected] W www.tollhouse.travelbugged.com E [email protected] W www.marygoldaldeburgh.co.uk W www.ppaskletting.co.uk Marygold is a house of great Bed and breakfast accommodation Luxury accommodation in a Victorian A warm welcome awaits you at character and charm, two minutes all year. Chalet bungalow in quiet House, 10 minutes walk to town The Oak, which offers high quality walk from the sea, and shops, road. Large twin room overlooking centre, river and beach. 5 double accommodation with many extras. restaurants, cafes, pubs, galleries the garden, with TV, tea/coffee rooms, 2 twin rooms, all with Double bedrooms with en-suite and the Jubilee Hall. Situated in a making facilities, fridge for drinks en-suite, colour TV, tea and coffee shower rooms, fridge with fresh quiet street with easy parking, the and guests bathroom. Short walk making facilities. Bed and Breakfast milk and water, TV, CD player/radio, comfortable double and twin rooms to beach and shops. Car parking. accommodation provided all year. tea/coffee making facilities, full are en-suite, with drink making Warm welcome always guaranteed. English breakfast using mostly facilities, satellite TV etc. We can organic produce. Vegetarian options. arrange flexible breakfast, arrival Use of visitors lounge and patio front and departure times, and transport garden. Small well behaved dogs from Saxmundham railway station. welcome. Off street parking.

£ from £35 to £40 £ From £30 to £35 £ from £75 to £80 £ from £60 to £70 per room to per person per night. per person per night per night per double room. include full breakfast. Open April to October.

08124 08056 08106 08109

COLSTON HALL HONEYPOT LODGE MOAT BARN #### SILVER AWARD MAP REF B2 #### MAP REF C2 #### MAP REF B3

Aldecar Lane, Green, Road, , Nr. Saxmundham, IP17 1HN Woodbridge, IP13 6BD T 01728 602449 T 01473 737520 E [email protected] W www.moatbarn.co.uk W www.honeypotlodge.co.uk , Nr Framlingham, Woodbridge, IP13 8LB F T 01728 638375 01728 638084 Set in an acre of quiet countryside, From the A12 to , E [email protected] www.colstonhall.com two miles from Saxmundham and take road sign posted Bredfield. Follow Snape Maltings, we are ideally situated road into village. Turn right at village Emphasising quality and comfort, our oak beamed Elizabethan farmhouse for you to visit all Suffolk Coastal pump and continue through the village. provides the perfect setting for a relaxing break. Half a mile from the A1120, attractions. Both our comfortable Follow road through s-bend and you surrounded by beautiful villages in quiet countryside, yet only a short drive twin and double en-suite rooms will find Moat Barn 150 yards on your from the Heritage Coast. We look forward are equipped with TVs, radios and left. We pride ourselves on the superb to meeting you! tea/coffee making facilities. The dining facilities offered to guests. Welcome G 6 en-suite bedrooms room overlooks the grounds and tray, bathrobes and complimentary G Antique four-poster bed heated outdoor swimming pool, which basket of toiletries. A choice of full G Ground floor bedrooms guests are welcome to enjoy during English, healthy or vegetarian breakfasts G Local foods the summer months. We offer a warm available. A perfect central location to G Coarse fishing lakes welcome and fine breakfasts. No single explore the delights of Suffolk. G Meetings room nights at weekends in high season. G Broadband £ From £32.50 to £35.00 £ Single £35, Double/twin £50, £ from £40 to £50 per person per night. per person per night. En-suite £60. Suffolk Tourism Awards 2007 Winner and Farm Stay Member. 08086 08060 08054

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Station Road, , Campsea Ashe, IP13 0PT Woodbridge, IP13 0PU T 01728 748439 T 01728 746524 W www.dogandduckca.co.uk F 01728 746524 E [email protected] W www.theoldrectorysuffolk.com Contact: Sally Ball Dog and Duck is a 19th century inn. Serving home made food and real The Old Rectory is stunning; next ales, with bed & breakfast chalets in to the church in the quiet village of the quiet village of Campsea Ashe. Campsea Ashe, it is surrounded by Just 100 yards from 3 acres of beautiful gardens. railway station. Only 8 miles to The atmosphere is one of pure Snape, 11 miles to Aldeburgh with relaxation and tranquillity. lots of walks in local forest, or visit Each room is beautifully decorated - Sutton Hoo, or get the train for all are unique with stunning fabrics shopping in Ipswich or Lowestoft. and furnishings. The food is local and delicious.

£ from £45.50 per person per night. £ from £40 to £60 Double from £64.50. per person per night.

08023 08052

MOAT HOUSE FARM THE SHIP AT DUNWICH MARSH COTTAGE #### GOLD AWARD MAP REF C2 MAP REF D2 ## MAP REF B3

Rendham Road, Carlton, Low Road, , Saxmundham, IP17 2QN Woodbridge, IP12 2QF T 01728 602228 T 01394 460203 E [email protected] W www.goodacres.com

Farmhouse set in gardens and An attractive cottage style house grounds of 31/2 acres, surrounded Dunwich, Near , IP17 3DT situated down an idyllic lane which by open farm land. Attractively T 01728 648219 F 01728 648675 leads nowhere except the lovely furnished and decorated including E [email protected] www.shipatdunwich.co.uk water meadows of the River Deben. good size en-suites with separate The cottage is beamed and there is bath and shower. Ideally situated a large and comfortable sitting room Once a haunt of smugglers, The Ship at Dunwich is a great place to eat, drink, for visiting the Suffolk Heritage for the use of guests. In the summer relax and get away from it. Enjoy: real ales, real food and real fires, Coastal towns and villages, Sutton the large French windows open onto comfortable, traditionally furnished bedrooms, some with views over the Hoo, Minsmere Bird Sanctuary, an extensive and attractive garden. marshes to the sea, an enormous garden and a beach that really is just a short Snape Maltings and Concert Hall. There are many walks in the area. stroll away. The perfect base from which to explore this wild and wonderful No single nights at weekends during coastline, partake of some of the best fish and chips on the Suffolk coast or high season. simply enjoy a pint or two of Adnams. £ from £30 to £45 £ from £43 to £65 per person per night. £ from £27.50 per person per night. per person per night.

08032 08065 08083

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Orwell Road, Felixstowe, IP11 7PF T 01394 278441 F 01394 670422 72% E [email protected] W www.brookhotel.com Ideal base for business or leisure travel, 2 minutes walk Felixstowe Chevalier Road, Felixstowe, IP11 7EY town centre or seafront, 20 mins by T 01394 282149 car to Ipswich town centre. Easy W http://www.castlelodgefelixstowe.co.uk/ access via A12/A14 for nearby Heritage Coast attractions. 25 rooms including 12 fully refurbished with Given the prestigious Silver Award, Castle Lodge has been owned and run by fully tiled bathrooms. New seaview John and Margaret Dugdall for 20 years. South facing and close to the beach, honeymoon suite with Jacuzzi bath Spa Gardens, main shopping centre, Felixstowe Tennis Club and Spa Pavilion and double shower. Superb bar Theatre. Most en-suite bedrooms have sea views. Also, a ground floor en-suite brasserie, traditional carvery restaurant bedroom with access to the garden. Dinner is available. Fully Licensed. Special and 2 function rooms. Ample parking. diets and packed lunches on request. Walkers and cyclists welcome. Secure Guide dogs welcome. building to house bicycles. Off-road parking. Special breaks Spring and Autumn, including Easter and Turkey and Tinsel. Special Summer offer: 7 nights stay £ from £69.95 to £120.00 dinner, bed and breakfast for the price of 6. per room per night. £ per room per night: double/twin en-suite £70, single occupancy £50.

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THE GRAFTON GUEST HOUSE RANEVALE #### MAP REF B5 #### MAP REF B5 13 Sea Road, Felixstowe, IP11 2BB T 01394 284881 F 01394 279101 E [email protected] www.grafton-house.com Contact: Geoffrey & Elizabeth Harvey

Situated by the sea front, the Grafton offers quality bed and breakfast accommodation. All en-suite and standard rooms have colour TV, clock radio, hairdryers and tea/coffee making facilities. Owners Geoffrey and Elizabeth are committed to providing a first class service and extend a warm welcome to all guests. The Grafton is non-smoking throughout. 96 Ranelagh Road, Felixstowe, IP11 7HU T 01394 270001 £ Per night (inc breakfast. Twin/double E [email protected] room prices are inclusive for two persons).

Rooms with En-Suite Facilities: A lovely, unique 18th Century homely Victorian house. All rooms furbished to a Single £35.00 high standard to make your stay comfortable and pleasant (two en-suite, one Double £55.00 standard room). Non smoking throughout. All rooms have TV, tea and coffee Twin £55.00 making facilities, hair dryer, clock radio and ironing facilities. Ranevale is Standard rooms: situated in the peaceful part of Felixstowe with easy access to the docks and A12 for the nearby historic town of Woodbridge, and A14 for the town of Single £30.00 Ipswich which has a good selection of shops. Full English breakfast and Twin £50.00 vegetarian options made using local ingedients. Home made bread, Double £50.00 marmalade and jam. Excellent restaurants and pub food nearby. Single (Sea View) £32.00 Double (Sea View and Balcony) £55.00 £ Treble (Sea View and Balcony) £65.00 from £30 to £40 per person per night.

08042 08019

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THE NORFOLK THE OLD SCHOOL HILL HOUSE WILLOW TREE COTTAGE GUEST HOUSE #### SILVER AWARD MAP REF C3 #### MAP REF C2 #### MAP REF C2 #### MAP REF B5

Aldeburgh Road, , Church Lane, , 1-3 Holland Road, Nr. Saxmundham, IP17 1NP Saxmundham, IP17 2NZ Felixstowe, IP11 2BA T 01728 688173 T 01728 602940 3 Belvedere Close, Kelsale, T 01394 283160 E [email protected] E [email protected] Saxmundham, IP17 2RS T E [email protected] W www.fristonoldschool.co.uk W www.hillhousekelsale.co.uk 01728 602161 M W www.thenorfolk.com 07747 624139 Contact: Mrs C. Youngson A friendly, homely and warm The Old School is situated in the Superb 15th Century oak-framed One of three contemporary cottages welcome in quality accommodation unspoilt village of Friston, 3 miles house in quiet village location. built in traditional style. Set in a awaits visitors from Rob and Dee from Aldeburgh. It provides an ideal One double, two twin rooms, each mature orchard. Attractive and Northcut. Situated just 25 meters base for exploring Suffolk’s Heritage with en-suite facilities and Sky colour peaceful location on the outskirts of from the seafront. Some en-suite Coast. Guests will enjoy the peaceful TVs. Galleried landing in dining Kelsale village. Ideal for visiting rooms have seaviews and balcony. location and lovely rural views. hall and inglenook in drawing room. Aldeburgh, Southwold, Minsmere and All rooms are comfortably furnished We have recently converted The Old Wi-Fi internet. Well positioned for Snape Maltings. Traditional English with hospitality tray, TV, hair dryer School into our home and are able coastal walks, golf, concerts, and continental breakfast with local and clock radio. Free Wi-Fi internet to offer comfortable accommodation yachting, RSPB and much more. produce. The en-suite bedroom is light and airy and overlooks the access available. Use of guest lounge with en-suite facilities. No children, pets or smoking. cherry and willow trees. Breakfast all day. Non-smoking throughout. on a sunny morning can be taken on the patio. Cycle storage available. No single night stays in high season. £ from £25 per person per night. £ from £32 to £34 £ from £35 per person per night. per person per night. £ Double en-suite £60 to £65 per night. Single occupancy £40 to £45 per night.

08110 08068 08072 08081

CHURCH FARM FIELD END GUEST HOUSE STRAWBERRY HILL THE GEORGIAN ### MAP REF B2 #### SILVER AWARD MAP REF D2 #### MAP REF B3 GUEST HOUSE ##### SILVER AWARD MAP REF C2

Kettleburgh, 1 Kings Road, Loudham Lane, Lower Ufford, Woodbridge, IP13 7LF Leiston, IP16 4DA Woodbridge, IP13 6ED 6 North Entrance, T 01728 723532 T 01728 833527 T 01394 460252 Saxmundham, IP17 1AY E [email protected] F 01728 833527 E [email protected] T 01728 603337 W www.churchfarmkettleburgh.co.uk E [email protected] W www.smoothhound.co.uk/ E [email protected] W www.fieldendbedandbreakfast.co.uk hotels/strawber W www.thegeorgian-house.com 400 year old farmhouse, with A comfortable, newly refurbished Tony and Jo Prentice invite you Under new ownership since September beams and wood-burning stoves, Edwardian house, south of the town, to their home set in 3 acres 2006, our Grade II listed guest house is standing next to the village church conveniently placed for touring the overlooking tranquil water the perfect place from which to explore and overlooking the Deben Valley. Suffolk Heritage Coast - Woodbridge meadows in the pretty village of the surrounding areas; Aldeburgh, Three bedrooms, one double en- Southwold, Snape Maltings, Minsmere to Southwold. 3 miles from RSPB Ufford (Woodbridge 3 miles). suite downstairs. Two comfortable bird reserve, excellent walks, cycle Minsmere and Aldeburgh - 5 miles All rooms face south and have and bright twins upstairs with routes and golf. Our bedrooms are fully bathroom. Two double rooms in from Snape. Full breakfast menu in en-suite or private facilities. en-suite (one ground floor suitable for garden lodge – one en-suite, one our guest dining room/lounge. Breakfast includes local bacon, disabled purposes with wheelchair private bathroom. Ideal for family Beautifully appointed bedrooms. free range eggs and homemade access). Relax in our library and resident or two couples. Breakfast with own Lounge and bedrooms are available preserves. Single nights available. lounge/bar with seasonal log fire. eggs and local honey. Evening all day. Full central heating - double Off street parking. Five minutes from meals a speciality with home-grown glazed. Open all year. Guide dogs train station. Cycle storage and evening produce. Which? recommended. accepted. 1 ground floor bedroom. meals available, children welcome. £ from £30 to £32 £ Single from £30, Double/twin £ from £30 to £35 per person £ from £35.00 to £42.50 per person per night. from £60, Family from £75. per night. Single £40. per person per night.

08015 08099 08021 08034

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LARK COTTAGE PARK FARM LUPIN COTTAGE THE ALDERS #### MAP REF C4 #### SILVER AWARD MAP REF C1 ### MAP REF D2 ### MAP REF D2

Shingle Street, , Saxmundham, IP17 2LZ Church Road, , Potter Street, Theberton, Nr. Woodbridge, IP12 3BE T 01728 668324 Leiston, IP16 4SF Leiston, IP16 4RL T 01394 411292 E [email protected] T 01728 830531 T 01728 831790 W www.sibtonparkfarm.co.uk E [email protected] Contact: Mrs J. Baxter Contact: Margaret Gray W www.elispehkonen.com Contact: Pamela or Elis Pehkonen

Beachside bungalow with extended Relax and enjoy farmhouse Traditional Suffolk cottage. Quiet Farmhouse set in 51/2 acres, lovely, guest accommodation. Country hospitality at its best. Beautifully location in an acre of gardens with quiet, rural position only 3/4 mile setting, very quiet. Good wildlife, dressed rooms, comfortable beds, fine collection of palms. Close to from Minsmere Bird Reserve. birds (garden and sea), interesting attention to detail. Every care taken Minsmere and Dunwich Heath. Many lovely walks round Dunwich Heath and general area. Places of plants. Village with shop and garage to ensure a happy stay in this lovely Comfortable groundfloor twin historic interest to visit. Home made 21/2 miles. Woodbridge 9 miles. county. Local produce used bedroom with private bathroom, marmalade and jam, local bacon Snape 14 miles. Wonderful walks. throughout - even raspberries fresh also separate shower room. Wide and free range eggs from own hens. Evening meals on request. Tea/coffee picked from the garden if you time choice of breakfasts. Sitting room 1 single, 1 double, 1 twin. making facilities in bedroom. your visit right. Why not try us? with log fire, library and sun room. Tea/coffee in all rooms. Children Warm welcome. Individual attention. over 5 accepted. Dogs by prior arrangement. Single nights mid- week and weekends out of season.

£ from £60 per room per night. £ from £32 to £35 £ from £28 to £30 £ from £24 to £25 per person per night. per person per night. per person per night.

08126 08027 08029 08103

THE DOLPHIN INN THATCHED FARM THE OLD PHARMACY CHERRY TREE INN Applied for MAP REF D2 #### MAP REF B4 #### SILVER AWARD MAP REF B3 #### MAP REF B3

Peace Place, , 73 Cumberland Street, Thorpeness, IP16 4NA Woodbridge, IP12 4PW Woodbridge, IP12 4AG T 01728 454994 T 01473 811755 72–74 High Street, Wickham T 01394 384627 F 01728 454994 E [email protected] Market, Woodbridge, IP13 0QU F 01394 384627 E [email protected] W www.thatchedfarm.co.uk T 01728 745012 E [email protected] W www.thorpenessdolphin.com E [email protected] W www.thecherrytreepub.co.uk Situated in the centre of Thorpeness, Set in 2 acre gardens, Thatched Farm A fine, Grade II listed, 17th century Converted Suffolk barn in the grounds a short stroll takes you to miles is surrounded by open countryside, town house with pretty walled of a 17th Century pub, providing of unspoilt shoreline. Excellent but only 5 minutes from the A12, courtyard garden. Perfect spot for three, quality, en-suite rooms. Full accommodation, The Dolphin Inn pubs, golf, the river and shopping. exploring the Heritage Coast and facilities including TV, DVD, VCR and serves traditional and innovative pub 2 double bed and breakfast rooms surrounding countryside. Charming broadband access. Breakfast is food, fine wines and real ales in a each with private bathroom, double bedroom with en-suite provided in the Inn, which is fully friendly and informal atmosphere. sitting area and TV. Free wireless shower room. Breakfast includes accessible and renowned for its home internet access. free range eggs, bacon and sausages cooked food. Consistently featuring in from the local butcher and home- the Good Beer Guide, there are 8 Two pretty self catering cottages made bread and marmalade. Artist, cask beers available. 5 minutes walk in the grounds sleeping 1-5. Julie, offers you a warm welcome. from Woodbridge town centre and See website for information. railway station.

£ from £35 to £45 £ from £33 to £45 per night. £ from £30 to £35 per person per £ from £85 to £125 per person per night. night. Minimum of two nights’ per room per night. stay preferred at weekends.

08120 08117 08046 08128

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THE COACH HOUSE FIR TREE LODGE GROVE HOUSE HILL HOUSE #### MAP REF B3 #### SILVER AWARD MAP REF B3 MAP REF B3 #### MAP REF B3

121 Ipswich Road, 25 Moorfield Road, 39 Grove Road Woodbridge, IP12 4BY Woodbridge, IP12 4JN Woodbridge, IP12 4LG 30 Market Hill, T 01394 385918 T 07968 346029 T 01394 382202 Woodbridge, IP12 4LU E [email protected] E [email protected] E [email protected] T 01394 383890 W www.thecoachhouse-woodbridge.co.uk W www.debenaccom.com W www.thegrovehousehotel.co.uk E [email protected] W www.hillhousewoodbridge.com Stylish conversion of Victorian stables Contemporary designed, detached, We welcome you to Grove House, Hill House is on the Market Square and coach house in attractive spacious, centrally heated apartment a family run B&B. Whether your stay in the centre of Woodbridge. It is the gardens. Woodbridge centre and accommodation in grounds of family is business or pleasure, our aim is to largest Wealden hall in Suffolk with river are an easy walk via footpaths home in central Woodbridge with make it as enjoyable as possible. many medieval and tudor features. and quiet roads. En-suite, single off-street parking. Located in quiet All bedrooms are en-suite, have Family suite comprises a king size and double rooms in designer’s residential road within walking colour TV, welcome tray, radio alarm bed and twin beds. Ideal for a spacious and welcoming home - a distance of Market Hill and the towns and hair dryer. Breakfasts from local couple or can accommodate a family comfortable oasis of calm for holiday many amenities, including restaurants, farm produce, homemade jams of four. Choice of breakfasts using and business guests. Delicious cinema and river. Short drive to Sutton and marmalades. There is a ground local produce. No single night stays breakfasts using local and organic Hoo and beautiful Suffolk coastline. floor bedroom adapted for the at weekends in high season. produce and homemade preserves. Full English breakfast. independent wheelchair user, and Minimum 2 nights stay at weekends. ample parking.

£ from £40 per person per night. £ From £40 to £50 £ from £50 to £80 £ from £39.99 per person per night. per person per night per person per night.

08053 08058 08008 08047

MILL VIEW HOUSE OXFAM B&B SCHEME ### MAP REF B3 ## MAP REF B3

33 Mill View Close, Deben Lodge, Melton Road, Woodbridge, IP12 4HR Woodbridge, IP12 1NH T 01394 383010 T 01394 382740 E [email protected] (Office open 7 days a week until 10.00pm)

Situated in quiet cul-de-sac close Victorian house with large garden, to A12 with garage/parking, 10 stream and tennis court, riverside minutes walk from market square. walk to town centre and Tide Mill. Light, airy, comfortable rooms with 1 double, 1 twin, 2 singles. Other hosts giving a third to Oxfam are in attractive views: south facing Woodbridge (10), , double, large single with wash hand Dallinghoo, Eyke, , basin. Separate guests’ bathroom. , Hollesey, , Sheltered rear garden. Breakfasts , Henley and Framlingham. feature local produce. No single ONE THIRD OF CHARGES GOES TO night bookings. A friendly welcome OXFAM. £290,000 CLEAR PAID TO awaits man, woman and dog. OXFAM SO FAR.

£ From £25 to £30 £ from £24 (weekdays) to £27 per person per night (weekends) per person per night.

08057 08013

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ALDEBURGH ESCAPES

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3 CRESPIGNY ROAD ####

Aldeburgh, IP15 5HB

Set in the heart of the delightful seaside town of Aldeburgh just a few minutes walk to the beach, this wonderfully refurbished bungalow has superb accommodation for a really comfortable self catering holiday at any time of the year. The bungalow sleeps 8 people. There are 2 large double bedrooms with either a shower or bathroom en-suite, together with another 2 twin bedrooms also with their own en-suite bath/shower rooms. The large kitchen and adjoining dining and sun room has been designed for easy living, with full width sliding patio doors opening onto a sheltered patio where there is a table and set of garden chairs. The kitchen includes Neff hob/oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer and water softener. The sitting room with its large leather sofa and airchairs, is the place to watch TV, play a DVD or just listen to the radio or CD player. Outside the back door is a small garden laid to lawn with a few mature fruit trees along the boundary fence. There is ample parking on the front drive for 3 cars. Central heating, bed linen and towels are provided. Bring own beach towels. In consideration of other visitors, please do not smoke in the property.

£ from £450 per week in low season to £1250 per week in high season. Open all year for holidays and short breaks. Friday change over.

THE PEACH HOUSE THE COTTAGE THE STUDIO #### ### ###

31A Crag Path, 57a King Street, Aldeburgh, IP15 5BT Aldeburgh, IP15 5AJ

Wonderful seafront cottage. French Spacious, self contained, first floor doors opening onto Crag Path from studio with large double bayed dining room. Sleeps 4/6, two double sitting room, overlooking the high 19A Wentworth Road, Aldeburgh, IP15 5BB bedrooms, two shower rooms (one street. Just yards to the beach from en-suite). Large sitting room on the The Studio’s front door and garage Situated in delightfully secluded gardens. Own parking, minutes walk to beach first floor overlooking beach, where which is situated in King Street. and high street. Sleeps 8. Downstairs kingsize bedroom, en-suite bath/shower. there is a double sofabed. Well Sleeps 4. One double, one twin. First floor 2 double bedrooms (one with en-suite shower) plus bunk room and equipped modern kitchen with back Bath/shower room. Bright open further bathroom. Modern design with upstairs living room and decking area. door onto King Street. To let for plan and well equipped Large kitchen/diner, separate utility room. All well equipped. To let for holidays holidays and short breaks. kitchen/dining room. To let for and short breaks. holidays and short breaks.

£ from £250 per week in low season to £850 per week in high season. £ from £175 per week in low season £ from £150 per week in low season to £750 per week in high season. to £600 per week in high season.

Contact: Mrs J. Alexander, The Old Rectory, Melton, Woodbridge, IP13 6DH T 01394 383822 M 07787 120213 E [email protected] W www.aldeburghescapes.co.uk 08069

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17 BRITTEN CLOSE AMBER COTTAGE BRAID HOUSE CHARLOTTE’S COTTAGE #### MAP REF D3 Applied for MAP REF D3 ### MAP REF D2 Applied for MAP REF D3

Aldeburgh, IP15 5HS 12 Aldeburgh Lodge Gardens, T 07974 074646 Crabbe Street, Aldeburgh, IP15 5BW Aldeburgh, IP15 5DP T 01279 758553 T 01728 745000 T 01728 663432 E [email protected] E [email protected] T 01728 663532 Contact: Kim Hamblin, W www.cottageguide.co.uk/ambercottage E [email protected] 36 The Brambles, Bishops Contact: Roger Williams, Contact: Miss Y Tan Hertford Place, Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 4PX “Oremead”, Ford Road, Yew Tree Farm, Sweffling, Aldeburgh IP15 5DB , Suffolk IP13 0AS Ideal holiday location, a modern ground Saxmundham, IP17 2BU T 01473 328103 E floor flat in a quiet cul-de-sac. A short 2003 built luxury for 2 - occasionally 4. Enjoy uninterrupted sea views in a [email protected] W walk to beach and shops. Near to Snape Lounge diner facing sea. TV, video, comfortable, light and spacious [email protected] Maltings Concert Hall and Minsmere DVD, stereo, games. Double put-u-up modern house with garden. Stylishly renovated former Bird Reserve. Bright and comfortable sofa, writing desk, dining area. Fully Sleeps 5 in double, twin and single fisherman’s cottage just a stone’s sitting room with large sofa bed, TV, fitted kitchen, dishwasher, washer/ bedrooms. TV, video, dishwasher, throw from beach and High Street. DVD, video, radio. Double bedroom, dryer. WC and shower. Upstairs double washing machine, dryer, private Sleeps 6 in three bedrooms. Well en-suite, and a well equipped kitchen. bedroom, TV, seaviews and balcony. parking. Linen available. 100 yards equipped kitchen, bathroom with Linen and towels provided, private Whirlpool spa bath. No children, to beach, 200 yards to High Street. bath and shower, wash room, dining parking and communal garden. No area, sunny sitting room. Courtyard no pets, no smoking. Open all year. Short stays/weekends out of season. smoking or pets. Short breaks available, garden and two bicycles! Short Immediately in front of Crabbe Cottage. no single nights. Leaflet available. breaks available off peak. No pets. £ from £225 per week in low season £ from £290 per week in low season £ from £200 per week in low season £ from £350 per week in low season to £350 per week in high season. to £520 per week in high season. to £600 per week in high season. to £785 per week in high season.

08048 08115 08020 08030

COSY CORNER CRABBE COTTAGE ### MAP REF D2 Applied for MAP REF D3

41 Mariners Way, Crabbe Street, Aldeburgh, IP15 5BW Aldeburgh, IP15 5QH T 01728 745000 T 01728 453121 E [email protected] Contact: Ann Fryer W www.cottageguide.co.uk/crabbecottage Contact: Roger Williams, “Oremead”, Ford Road, Marlesford, Suffolk IP13 0AS Welcoming ground floor annex, Very spacious accommodation. private parking, just ten minutes Lounge, dining room and kitchen all walk from the seafront. Comfortable overlook 35’ x 22’ suntrap terrace lounge/diner, double bedroom, accessed by French doors through fully fitted kitchen, shower room. dining room. Superb views of Moot Two small integral steps, hand rails Green and sea. TV, video, stereo, all round. Open all year and games. Fully fitted kitchen, Christmas. Short stays during low dishwasher, washer/drier. Double season. No one nights. Linen bedroom with TV. Adjoining dressing provided. No smoking or pets. room with sofa bed. Open all year. No children, no pets, no smoking. Situated behind Amber Cottage.

£ from £230 per week in low season £ from £290 per week in low season to £300 per week in high season. to £520 per week in high season.

08014 08114

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Aldeburgh Cottages

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PEMBROKE 56 Crag Path, Aldeburgh, IP15 5AL #### Pembroke is a luxury, double fronted, two-storey period seafront house with amazing views out to sea, and just yards from the beach. Refurbished in 2007 to a very high standard. There are three upstairs bedroom which sleep five (plus child). The master bedroom has en-suite and french doors to a balcony. There is also a twin room and single room with a pull out bed as well. The dining room looks onto the sea, and opens to a spacious modern fully fitted kitchen. There is a separate sitting room which seats seven with large, comfy leather sofas. The house is fully equipped with a dishwasher, microwave, electric oven, washing machine and tumble dryer, has gas central heating, two Tvs, DVD player and two CD players.

£ from £410 to £1070 per week inclusive.

FIG TREE 73b King Street, Aldeburgh, IP15 5BZ ### Stylish conversion 10 metres from Aldeburgh seafront, sleeping 4. Well presented with a mixture of traditional and modern. The comfortable accommodation is situated at first floor level. There is a garage for one car. A bright living area with open plan kitchen/ dining overlooks adjoining gardens and has steps down to a patio. The double bedded master bedroom has en-suite bathroom and the twin bedded room an en-suite shower room. The stylish integrated kitchen has all appliances. Central heating, TV and video. No pets.

£ from: £190 to £600 per week inclusive.

MAGENTA 57 Crag Path, Aldeburgh, IP15 5BT ### Charming seafront cottage. In a wonderful position to enjoy the sea in all seasons. An attractive bright living room gives on to a spacious modern kitchen/dining area retaining views to seafront. Extensive refurbishment in winter 2004/5 now provides two en-suite bedrooms. One overlooks the sea with a bathroom and french windows opening onto a decorative balcony. The other has a shower room. Cosy in winter with double glazing and central heating and fully equipped with a colour TV and video, washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave and pay phone. No pets.

£ from £275 to £715 per week.

Contact: Martin & Marie Jinks, Heronbank, Aldeburgh Road , IP16 4QL T 01728 453037, E [email protected] 08025

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DIAL FLAT HALL COTTAGE LOWER THELLUSSON THE NEST ## MAP REF D3 #### MAP REF D2 #### MAP REF D3 ### MAP REF D3

3 Dial Lane, Aldeburgh, IP15 5AG 1 Acheson Way, Aldeburgh, IP15 5LR Church Walk, Aldeburgh, IP15 5DT 183a High Street, T 01728 453212 T 07889 020654 T 01728 602316 Aldeburgh, IP15 5AL E [email protected] F 01473 738887 F 01728 604408 T 01386 751695 E [email protected] E [email protected] M 0774 7112956 W www.loomscottages.co.uk W www.eastgreencottages.co.uk F 01386 751695 Contact: Mrs M. Buchanan, E [email protected] Loomswood Farm, , Spacious self contained first floor Woodbridge, IP13 6JW Situated in the heart of Aldeburgh Just 1 minutes walk from the beach comfortably furnished flat overlooking Attractive property on the award just 40 yards from beach and 300 is this gem of a holiday bolt-hole. the Moot Green. It has wonderful winning Church Farm development. yards from shops and high street. A wonderful base for an activity sea views. The beach is just across 3 bedrooms, 1 double en-suite, Lower Thellusson is a spacious, packed holiday, or to simply relax in the road. It is close to the town 1 twin, 1 with bunks. Lounge, dining secluded, south facing house set in front of the open fire. Refurbished centre, restaurants, pubs, cinema and room, kitchen, utility room, downstairs its own mature gardens. Sun terrace, and furnished throughout to a high Jubilee Hall. An ideal base for Snape toilet, bathroom upstairs, garage. Gas conservatory and parking in private standard, this typical Aldeburgh Maltings, bird reserves, golf, sailing period property sleeps 4. With a and walking. Sleeps 4-5. Two double hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, drive. 3 twin rooms sleep 6. Central light airy feel to its’ rooms, this first bedrooms, large living room with TV, washing machine, dryer. Attractive, heating, DVD/TV, dishwasher and floor apartment also has a small kitchenette, bathroom with bath and private, enclosed rear garden, garden washing machine. courtyard. Heating included. Short walk in shower. Electric central furniture and BBQ. Fifteen minute heating. Non smoking. Regret no pets walk to town/beach. All linen breaks available. Linen provided at or small children. provided. No smoking. No pets. extra cost. Sorry no smoking or pets. £ from £275 per week £ from £350 per week in low season £ from £299 per week in low season £ from £195 per week in low season (inclusive of electricity) to £750 per week in high season. to £899 per week in high season. to £495 per week in high season.

08100 08077 08040 08045

THE WOODEN HOUSE 3 ALDRINGHAM HOUSE Applied for MAP REF D3 #### MAP REF C2

Wentworth Road, Aldeburgh Aldeburgh Road, W www.thewoodenhousealdeburgh.co.uk Aldringham, IP16 4PT M 07747 618258 T 0115 9197994 E [email protected] T 0115 9334984 E [email protected]

Set in a beautiful, large secluded Ground floor apartment in refurbished garden 30 seconds from Aldeburgh Victorian house. Set in 2 acres of garden. beach. This spacious 1960’s retro Sleeps 4 in two twin-bedded rooms. house sleeps six in two doubles and Master with en-suite plus separate family bathroom. Large living/ dining two singles. Ideal for two families. room with french windows to patio and One en-suite and a family bathroom. private walled garden. Fully equipped Parking for 4 cars. Well equipped modern kitchen including washer/dryer, modern kitchen and utility room. microwave etc. Bed linen and towels Widescreen TV, DVD, Freeview and provided. Approximately 2 miles from log burner. Outside entertainment Aldeburgh and Thorpeness. Ideally area. Large trampoline with situated for Heritage Coast, bird enclosure. watching, music lovers and walkers. Sorry no pets. £ from £500 per week in low season £ from £300 per week in low season to £1300 per week in high season. to £350 per week in high season.

08074 08067

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HILLSIDE COTTAGE YEWTREES COLSTON HALL COTTAGES ### MAP REF D2 #### MAP REF D2 #### MAP REF B2

1 Hillside Cottage, Aldeburgh 2 Meadowside, Aldeburgh Road, Road, Aldringham, IP16 4PU Aldringham, IP16 4PW T 01728 833527 T 01273 241838 F 01728 833527 E [email protected] E [email protected] W www.yewtreesmeadowside.com W www.fieldendbedandbreakfast.co.uk Colston Hall, Badingham, Nr Framlingham, Woodbridge, IP13 8LB F A gas centrally heated cottage Charming semi-detached cottage, T 01728 638375 01728 638084 situated just 1 mile from Thorpeness immaculately renovated and situated E [email protected] www.colstonhall.com and 3 miles from Aldeburgh where on a private road, 2 miles from ‘Suffolk Pink’ Colston Cottage and barn conversions Carpenters, Shepherds and you can find many good restaurants. Aldeburgh, and 5 miles from Snape, Wheelwrights are set by the courtyard of our tudor farmhouse. Surrounded by Sleeps 4 in two bedrooms (one located on the edge of the village. quiet countryside and close to the Heritage Coast. Fully equipped, well furnished double and one twin). The cottage Local shops, including a bakery, plus and comfortable. also has a sitting room with log Cinema and well-equipped Leisure G En-suite bedrooms burner, dining room, kitchen, Centre (with 2 pools) are to be found G Ground floor bedrooms downstairs bathroom and a second in Leiston, just a short stroll away. G Exposed beams sitting room overlooking the rear Safe and secluded garden, with G Broadband garden (with patio table and chairs). patio, for BBQs and outdoor play. G Newspaper deliveries Parking for 2 cars. G Coarse fishing lakes G Games/meetings room £ from £260 per week in low season £ from £310 per week in low season G Sleeps 4, 6, 6, 7 to £400 per week in high season. to £580 per week in high season. £ from £275 per week in low season to £770 per week in high season. Suffolk Tourism Awards 2007 Winner and Farm Stay Member. 08098 08112 08094

TAILORS HOUSE SHERIFF’S COTTAGE ##### MAP REF C4 Applied for MAP REF C3

25A The Street, , IP12 3AJ 2 School Road, , T 01394 411459 Woodbridge, IP12 2DZ E [email protected] T 01728 688993 E [email protected] W www.justsuffolk.com

Situated in a designated AONB, Period terraced cottage in the heart Bawdsey village is ideally placed to of Blaxhall village close to Snape explore Suffolk’s Heritage Coast. Maltings, Blaxhall Heath and Tunstall Tailors beautifully renovated spacious Forest. Furnished and decorated house, with its wealth of beams and attractively throughout 2 bedrooms inglenook fireplaces, just 10 minutes (1 twin, 1 double). Linen, towels, walk from the sea, is available all heating and electricity all included. year for holidays/short breaks. Sleeps Bathroom upstairs, cloakroom 6/9, 2 double bedrooms (en-suite), downstairs. Pretty garden with 1 twin, bathroom, large lounge (sofa furniture and barbecue. Parking bed), dining room, kitchen, central opposite. Close to village pub. Out of heating, enclosed garden. Shop/pub season 4 night midweek and 3 night 1 mile. Parking for 3 cars. weekend breaks.

£ from £446 per week in low season £ from £199 per week in low season to £841 per week in high season. to £299 per week in high season.

08041 08011

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BRUISYARD HALL BUTLEY MILLS #### MAP REF C2 #### MAP REF C3

Bruisyard, Saxmundham, IP17 2EN Mill Lane, Butley, T 01728 638712 Woodbridge, IP12 3PZ F 01728 638712 T 01394 459132 E @farmline.com T 01394 450880 W www.bruisyardhall.co.uk E [email protected] W www.butleymills.co.uk Manor House in 1066, Abbey of the Exclusively different, old watermill Poor Clares from 1365 - 1539. now converted into 5 apartments. Manor House during reign of Sleeps 2-6, with a total occupancy Elizabeth I. Available for holidays of 18. Ground floor provides and weekend house parties. Sleeps communal and recreational areas. 20; 5 bathrooms; plenty of space Decking over pond. Peaceful and tranquillity for a memorable surroundings – pond, reed beds, river, stay. Recently renovated; central meadows, forest nearby. Cycling, heating and open fire; linen and walking, bird watching or just towels provided. relaxing. Furnished for year round comfort. Short breaks available.

£ from £2100 per week in low season £ from £250 per week in low season to £6000 per week in high season. to £675 per week in high season.

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ORCHARD END SCHOOL FARM COTTAGES THE GRANARY STABLE COTTAGE Applied for MAP REF C2 #### MAP REF B1 & THE MALLARDS ### MAP REF B2 #### MAP REF C1

Snipe Vineyards, Snipe Farm Road, Church Road, , Wash Farm, Dennington, Woodbridge, IP13 6SL , IP19 OBU Priory Farm, , IP17 3QD Woodbridge, IP13 8JJ T 01473 737270 T 01986 798844 T 01728 668459 T 01728 638278 T 07884 491919 E [email protected] F 01728 668744 F 01473 737270 W www.schoolfarmcottages.com E [email protected] E [email protected] W www.holidaysatprioryfarm.co.uk Superb location for exploring Our 4 comfortable cottages offer a Contact: Mrs Suzanne Bloomfield This spacious, comfortable ground Woodbridge and the Heritage Coast. peaceful retreat in an attractive Superb barn conversions. floor barn conversion has been Self-contained with spacious village setting. Converted from The Mallards sleeps 2 easy access, refurbished to a high standard. accommodation for 2 people. Well traditional buildings around a south ground floor accommodation. It sleeps 4 to 6 people, and is very equipped kitchen includes electric well equipped with all linen, towels facing courtyard, our well equipped The Granary sleeps 2. Both well cooker, microwave and washing and electricity included. There is cottages overlook beautiful rolling equipped for your comfort machine. Large bedroom with double ample parking for several cars in the meadows on our small working and convenience. Centrally heated. bed and a good sized sitting room Individual waterside patio. Close to yard next to the cottage, with boat farm. Large private garden, play which leads to a small sunroom with coast and heathlands. An ideal base and bicycle storage available. A large dining area overlooking the patio, area, pets corner, games room, cycle for walkers, cyclists and bird grassed paddock ensures complete garden and pool. Centrally heated hire, fishing, walks through beautiful watchers. Weekly or short breaks. privacy and a pleasant rural view. with linen and towels supplied. Short Suffolk countryside. Cycle hire available locally. Dennington is 3 miles from breaks by arrangement and one Open all year. Framlingham, and a short drive from small dog acceptable. Aldeburgh and the Heritage Coast. £ from £240 per week in low season £ from £200 per week in low season £ £295 to £375 per week Sat to Sat £ from £340 per week in low season to £350 per week in high season. to £550 per week in high season. to £555 per week in high season.

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TOWER BUNGALOW HONEYPOT COTTAGE #### MAP REF D2 ### MAP REF B4

Greyfriars Wood, Dunwich, IP17 3DF Deben Lodge, Lower Road, T 01787 269916/269857 , Ipswich, IP10 0RA E [email protected] T 01394 448564 W www.towerbungalow.co.uk E [email protected] Contact: Eleanor Barnes, Contact: Mrs Theresa Adams Conifers, Church Road, Twinstead, CO10 7NA Well-equipped, comfortable, renovated Surrounded by woodland and near cottage. Peaceful location near River the sea, Tower bungalow sleeps six Deben. 1 double and 1 twin bedroom. in three spacious bedrooms sharing Fitted kitchen with washing machine, a bathroom and separate shower cooker, microwave etc. Storage room. The entrance hallway leads to heaters, shower, payphone, cot and a large, open plan living space with highchair. Linen, towels and electricity under floor heating, a well equipped included. Enclosed garden with table kitchen with microwave, dishwasher and chairs. Ideal for fishing, etc, and separate dining and sitting birdwatching, walking and cycling. areas. Glass sliding doors open onto Short breaks available. a patio with garden furniture and a sizeable enclosed garden. £ from £190 per week in low season £ from £275 per week in low season to £295 per week in high season. to £565 per week in high season. Short breaks from £120 for 3 nights

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KIMBERLEY HOLIDAY FLATS THE STABLE THE OLD STABLE MAP REF B5 MAP REF B3 MAP REF C3

107 Undercliff Road West, Folly Cottage, The Green, Felixstowe, IP11 2AF Grundisburgh, Woodbridge, T 01394 672157 IP13 6TA T 01473 738827 E [email protected]

Kimberley Holidays Flats, seafront, Delightful single storey detached self-catering, self-contained flats. cottage in the conservation area of c/o The Anchorage, Church Lane, , Woodbridge, IP12 2ES Flats for 2 - 8 persons. All flats have picturesque Grundisburgh village. T 01728 688263 balconies overlooking the sea. Excellent pub (Good Pub Guide 2008; F 01728 688262 Walk across the road to the beach. awarded chef) across pretty village green. Superb location for exploring Brochure available on request. coastal and inland Suffolk. Set in the heart of the Suffolk Coastal countryside, in an area of outstanding Double/twin bedroom, bathroom natural beauty, The Old Stable overlooks the tidal River Alde, and is next to the (bath and shower), living room historic thatched church at Iken. This part-timbered converted coach house and (double sofa bed) and well equipped stables has been lovingly restored to a high standard, keeping authenticity kitchen. Patio garden. Utilities and hand-in-hand with modern convenience. It is ideally situated for bird watching, linen included. Short/one night lets cycling, walking and sailing. Dinghy slipway available. Sleeps 6. Twin beds, subject to season/late availability. toilet and shower downstairs. King-size bed, twin beds and bathroom upstairs. £ from £195 per week in low season £ from £196 per week in low season £ from £475 per week in low season to £600 per week in high season. to £450 per week in high season. to £336 per week in high season.

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EAST GREEN HERITAGE HIDEAWAYS FARM COTTAGES to MAP REF D1 MAP REF B2

T 01502 578278 East Green Farm, Kelsale, E [email protected] Saxmundham, IP17 2PH W www.heritagehideaways.com T 01728 602316 Contact: E [email protected] Marion Anthony or Clare Hart W www.eastgreencottages.co.uk Pound Corner, Elms Lane, In the grounds of a 500 year old , NR34 8RS farm house, three miles to the Heritage Hideaways offers high Heritage Coast, these four cottages quality holiday properties within the have been sympathetically Heritage Coast areas of Suffolk and converted to provide four spacious Norfolk. From a range of cosy south facing cottages. Set in 13 cottages to elegant country houses, acres with paddocks, ponds, tennis you can expect: court and use of heated swimming High standards in accommodation pool in summer. Sleeping 4 and 6, Flexibility and efficiency in service fully equipped, wood burning stove, Attention to detail and a warm welcome central heating and enclosed gardens. Let us help you find the ideal cottage for your holiday in the countryside we love. £ from £185 per week in low season £ from £180 per week in low season to £699 per week in high season. to £2100 per week in high season.

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COTTAGES IN MELTON & DALLINGHOO

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ANVIL COTTAGE 5 Station Road, Melton, Woodbridge, IP12 1PX 16th Century cottage located opposite the parish church, is full of character and provides well equipped accommodation for up to 4 persons. Light, airy with high ceilings, ground floor main living area with galley kitchen, separate entrance lobby and utility/ downstairs toilet. Major refurbishment 2007. 1 double, 1 twin bedroom plus bathroom on the first floor. Off street parking and private courtyard garden. £ from £250 per week (Friday to Friday) in low season to £570 per week in high season. Short breaks throughout the year. Brochure available.

THE OLD FORGE 6 Station Road, Melton, Woodbridge, IP12 1PX Melton Old Forge offers comfortable, compact ground floor accommodation for up to 4 persons. Renovated and converted to a high standard, many of the original features remain. There is a large living area (40’ x 13’) with 2 bedrooms leading off (1 double/1 twin bedded). The walled courtyard garden gives privacy plus off-street parking. £ from £270 per week (Saturday to Saturday) in low season to £600 per week in high season. Brochure available.

THE COTTAGE @ ROBIN’S NEST Road, Dallinghoo, Woodbridge, IP12 0LD 4 miles from Woodbridge, this detached 16th Century thatched cottage offers quality well appointed and equipped accommodation for up to 6 persons (2 double and 1 twin bedded). Spacious ground floor with large separate kitchen, sun, dining and sitting rooms, full central heating and open fires. Refurbished kitchen 2007. Large garden and garage. £ from £340 per week (Saturday to Saturday) in low season to £780 per week in high season. Brochure available.

THE CARPENTERS SHOP @ ROBINS NEST Pettistree Road, Dallinghoo, Woodbridge, IP12 0LD 2004 conversion offering luxury accommodation for 4-5 persons. Carefully furnished with antique and modern furniture. Large open plan lounge, with diner/kitchen, ground floor bedroom with bathroom leading off. First floor offers master bedroom with en-suite, plus gallery with sofabed. Full central heating and wood burner. £ from £290 per week (Saturday to Saturday) in low season to £750 per week in high season. Brochure available.

WHEELWRIGHT @ ROBINS NEST Pettistree Road, Dallinghoo, Woodbridge, IP12 0LD ‘Wheelwright’s’ stands on the site of the 19th Century wheelwright workshop. Converted in 2006 to offer luxury accommodation for 2-3 persons. Groung floor disability facilities, and en-suite double bedroom on first floor. Light and airy lounge and dining area with patio doors. Oil fired central heating. £ from £270 per week (Friday to Friday) in low season to £505 per week in high season. Short breaks throughout the year. Brochure available.

Contact: Mr R. Blake, 1A Moorfield Road, Woodbridge, IP12 4JN T E W 01394 382565 or 07901 773545 [email protected] www.robertblakeholidays.co.uk 08024 20% redecution for late bookings 21 days prior to stay.

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FOUR SEASONS LODGE ROSE FARM BARNS THE COTTAGE AT RED #### MAP REF D2 Applied for MAP REF D2 LODGE BARN #### MAP REF D2

Leiston Road, Middleton, IP17 3NS Middleton Moor, Middleton, T 01728 648105 Saxmundham, IP17 3LN E [email protected] T 01728 668100 W www.four-seasonslodge.co.uk F 01728 668100 E [email protected] W A warm welcome and personal www.redlodgebarnsuffolk.co.uk Rose Farm Barns, Mill Street, Middleton, IP17 3NG touch awaits you at our tastefully This sympathetically converted brick T 01728 648456 refurbished ground floor barn houses a spacious 2 bedroom W www.rosefarmbarnssuffolk.co.uk accommodation. Convenient for holiday cottage. Set in one acre of Contact: Roger & Sandra Dean Heritage Coast. Well equipped grounds with excellent views. Just 4 bespoke kitchen/diner with french Delightfully positioned in open countryside, Rose and Stable Cottage offer peace and miles from the coast and close to doors to garden and outstanding tranquillity under wide Suffolk skies. Converted to a high standard, from Victorian Minsmere. High quality furnishing views. Pretty lounge with wood stables, they sit within 6.5 acres offering gardens overlooking our own meadowland and well equipped. Wood burning burner. Excellent pub and organic and stream, perfect for watching the abundant wildlife and glorious sunsets. Offering stove. Central heating. Minimum 2 farm shop. Double en-suite, twin or character and charm, spacious, delightfully furnished and well equipped, each cottage nights stay except high season. kingsize en-suite. sleeps 2 in great comfort. Only 4 miles form the Heritage Coast and the renowned RSPB nature reserve at Minsmere, well positioned for Snape Maltings concerts, Aldeburgh, Southwold and Walberswick, a haven for artists, birdwatching and walkers, £ from £200 per week in low season or just to relax. Art tuition available. Regret no pets or small children. £ from £340 per week in low season to £495 per week in high season. £ from £250 per week in low season to £390 per week in high season. to £490 per week in high season. Short stays by arrangement. 08049 08118 08022

47 DAPHNE ROAD BRAMLEY COTTAGE ### MAP REF C3 #### MAP REF C3

Orford, Woodbridge, IP12 2NH 3 Friday Street, Rendlesham, T 01394 450714 Woodbridge, IP12 2RW F 01394 450714 T 01394 460716 M 07891 057688 E [email protected] W www.bramleycottage.co.uk Attractive Edwardian cottage in Secluded character cottage on the quiet road in centre of Orford edge of Rendlesham Forest within - 3 bedrooms, (2 double 1 single). the Sandlings AONB. Perfect base for Electric heating and open fire. exploring Suffolk coast and heaths Unrestricted parking. Small sunny (bicycles available free of charge). sitting area in front of cottage. 5 miles to Snape, 10 miles Near Snape Maltings, Aldeburgh Aldeburgh. Equipped to high and Woodbridge. Ideal for holidays standard, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, at any time of year. Also available cosy log fire, heated conservatory, for short breaks in the winter. charming enclosed gardens. Pets Microwave and freezer. corner in adjacent orchard. Sleeps 5 (+2 by arrangement). Cot available.

£ From £245 per week in low season £ from £272 per week in low season to £430 per week in high season. to £492 per week in high season.

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CORNER COTTAGE WINDMILL LODGES BLUEBELL, BONNY, THE GRANARY #### MAP REF C2 #### MAP REF B2 BUTTERCUP & BERTIE AND THE FORGE #### MAP REF C1 #### MAP REF C3

2 Road, Red House Farm, Saxtead, Saxmundham, IP17 1BJ Woodbridge, IP13 9RD Park Farm, Sibton, Croft Farm, Snape, T 01277 210551 T 01728 685338 Saxmundham, IP17 2LZ Saxmundham, IP17 1QU F E [email protected] 01728 684850 T 01728 668324 T 01728 688254 W www.cornercottage-suffolk.com E [email protected] E [email protected] E [email protected] W www.windmilllodges.co.uk W www.sibtonparkfarm.co.uk W www.croftfarmsnape.co.uk Quaint, single-storey period cottage in Six beautiful lodges nestled around Contact: Margaret Gray Close to the Suffolk Heritage Coast, quiet, friendly market-town just our small fishing lake in peaceful Four single-storey cottages, Croft Farm is the ideal base to enjoy 4 miles from Snape and 8 miles from countryside. Each features a secluded all beautifully appointed and this popular area. One mile from Snape Maltings shopping and music complex, Aldeburgh on the Suffolk Heritage outdoor hot tub - the perfect place to equipped to a very high standard Coast. Light and airey, with pleasant and within easy reach of Aldeburgh, unwind! Extremely well equipped with everything you might need views from each window. Open Orford and Southwold. The Granary including underfloor heating, fishing for your stay. Zip-and-link beds fireplace, for cosy log-fires in winter. (spacious 3 bedrooms) and The Forge lake and heated swimming pool. throughout. Stroll around our fields, Ideal base for exploring Suffolk. Within (galleried bedroom studio) are Walking distance to village pub, 3 see the barn owls and kingfishers, 30 mins drive of Southwold, RSPB traditional farm buildings converted to miles from Framlingham, close to Minsmere, etc. Available all year. or visit the pretty villages nearby. a very high standard. No single nights, coast and attractions. but short breaks available out of Perfect for short breaks. 2 bedrooms, Sea only seven miles away. season. No smoking or pets. sleeps 4. Breakfast by arrangement.

£ From £290 per week in low season £ from £285 per week in low season £ from £250 per week in low season £ from £220 per week in low season to £490 per week in high season. to £825 per week in high season. to £475 per week in high season. to £650 per week in high season.

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Self catering for the discerning…

More than 140 carefully selected, tourist board graded properties in the finest locations throughout Suffolk. Tel: 01502 722717

email: [email protected] www.suffolk-secrets.co.uk

We invite holidaymakers to donate £1 per booking and thanks to their generosity we have funded £14,500 of conservation projects in the last seven years.

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TOAD HALL FLAT HOPE COVE COTTAGE THE HOUSE IN THE CLOUDS MICAWBERS ### MAP REF C2 #### MAP REF D2 ### MAP REF D2 #### MAP REF D2

Stratford Lodge, North End Avenue, Uplands Road, Thorpeness, IP16 4NQ The Sanctuary, Thorpeness, Stratford St. Andrew, Thorpeness, IP16 4PD T 0207 224 3615 Leiston, IP16 4PH Saxmundham, IP17 1LJ T 01279 771281 E [email protected] T 01279 771281 T 01728 603463 F 01279 771517 W www.houseintheclouds.co.uk F 01279 771517 E [email protected] E [email protected] Contact: Sylvia Le Comber, E [email protected] W www.tiscover.co.uk/toadhallflat Contact: Mrs Irene Pearman Flat 4 Hinde House, Contact: Mrs J Hockley, Piggots Farm, Albury End, 14 Hinde Street, W1U 3BG Piggots Farm, Albury End, First floor studio flat, ideal for two, Ware, Herts SG11 2HS One of ’s most famous follies, Ware, Herts SG11 2HS located near Aldeburgh, Orford, spacious accommodation for a true Snape and Southwold and quietly Former stable block, now a spacious family holiday. Sleeps 10/12 in 5 A detached house located in quiet situated in the grounds of Stratford bungalow. Set in a quiet village bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, drawing seaside village, with garden and Lodge. Reached by outside steps it is location with large walled garden, room, dining room and magnificent garage. Sleeps four in the main spaciously designed without losing its 70 yards to beach. Comfortably ‘Room at Top’. Exceptionally well house and two in the annexe. essential cosiness. Off-road parking sleeps 7 (1 bunk) in 3 bedrooms, fitted providing: dishwasher, Close to beach, the Dolphin Inn and and covered storage for bicycles. 2 bathrooms, large sitting room with microwave, fridge, freezer, washing the Meare. Near to Minsmere Bird machine, dryer, colour TV, gas fired The bedroom has an en-suite shower cosy wood stove, TV, video, DVD. Reserve and Snape Maltings Concert central heating, table tennis, snooker, room and linked beds can be double Fully fitted kitchen, dishwasher, Hall. Central heating, wood burning lawn tennis and boules. One acre or twin. Linen and heating/water is washing machine, dryer. Sorry no private ground, overlooking golf stove, fitted kitchen. No pets. included. Regrettably, no pets. pets or smoking. course and sea. Close to Aldeburgh, Snape Maltings and Minsmere. £ from £190 per week in low season £ from £350 per week in low season £ From £399 per week in low season £ to £250 per week in high season. to £860 per week in high season. from £1940 per week in low season to £865 per week in high season. to £2900 per week in high season.

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OAK COTTAGE TREACLE POT COTTAGE KNOLL COTTAGE QUAYSIDE COTTAGE ### MAP REF B4 ### MAP REF B4 #### MAP REF C3 #### MAP REF B4

342 High Road, Trimley St. Mill Lane, , 2a Snape Road, Tunstall, IP12 2JL The Quay, Waldringfield, Martin, Felixstowe, IP11 0RL Nr. Felixstowe, IP11 0RP T 01728 685084 Woodbridge, IP12 4QZ T 01394 277168 T 01394 275367 E [email protected] T 01473 736724 M 07961 044714 W www.suffolk-holiday-cottages.co.uk W www.timbertop.co.uk F 01473 736724 E [email protected] Contact: Mr R. Borley Contact: Mrs J. L. Robinson E [email protected] W www.suffolk-holiday-cottages.co.uk W www.quaysidecottage.com Contact: Mrs G. Young 19th Century cottage local to Felixstowe Cosy period cottage with exposed Spoil yourself with this magnificent Renovated comfortable cottage with off road parking. Enclosed garden, beams and wealth of character. Close view of the Deben where the water close to Felixstowe, Woodbridge summerhouse, garden furniture. Cottage to Snape Maltings and its famous literally laps at the garden wall. and Suffolk Heritage Coast. Available sleeps 4, one double bedroom upstairs, concert hall, the picturesque towns of Explore endless coastal walks. other rooms ground floor including all year. Gas central heating, colour Woodbridge and Aldeburgh, Orford Take time for a river cruise. Be merry double bedroom. Equipped with two TVs, TVs and fully equipped kitchen. Castle and Minsmere RSPB. 1 double at the famous Maybush Inn. And video, radio, steam iron, payphone, One kingsize and one double bed. bedroom. Linen and towels provided. relax... in accommodation where the All linen, towels, gas and electricity hairdryer, electric shower, bath. Fully Charming sitting room with solid fuel discerning enjoy quality comfort and included in price. Owner maintained equipped kitchen, washing machine, tumble dryer, freezer, microwave etc. stove. Very well equipped. Parking for the creative are inspired. Short winter and serviced. Pets strictly by Nightstore heating all rooms, electric fire. 1 car. 1 well behaved pet welcome. breaks available. arrangement. No smoking. Short Owner maintained and serviced. Dogs breaks available in low season. welcome. Available all year. All bedlinen, £ towels and electric included in price. from £180 per week in low season £ from £300 per week in low season £ from £300 per week in low season to £295 per week in high season. £ from £285 per week in low season to £350 per week in high season. to £350 per week in high season. Colour brochure available on request. to £520 per week in high season.

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WINDY BANK MIDDLE COTTAGE SAMPSONS MILL COTTAGE AT ## MAP REF B4 #### MAP REF D2 ### MAP REF B3 ROOKERY PARK #### MAP REF C2

The Quay, Waldringfield, Mill Street, , Mill Lane, Wickham Market, Woodbridge, IP12 4QZ Saxmundham, IP17 3BD Woodbridge, IP13 0SF , Saxmundham, IP17 3HQ T 01275 474472 T 01865 558596 T 01728 746791 T 01728 668740 E [email protected] E [email protected] F 01728 746791 F 01728 668102 Contact: Mrs R. Routledge W www.suffolkcottage.net E [email protected] The Court, Chapel Lane, Contact: Gordon Turner Winford, BS40 8EU Set between Southwold and 17th Century converted smock mill. Convenient for the Heritage Coast Six feet from the water’s edge, Aldeburgh, this beautifully restored Personally maintained to high (Southwold, Dunwich, Minsmere, ‘Windy Bank’ has truly panoramic cottage is on a quiet lane which leads standard by owners. Unique, cosy Snape, Aldeburgh) and rural Suffolk. views of the beautiful Deben out of Westleton towards Minsmere accommodation ideal for two people. Attractively furnished. Spacious Kitchen, shower room, WC, circular estuary. This timber chalet forms and the sea at Dunwich. It is light, lounge/diner/kitchen (dishwasher, beamed sitting room and comfortable a great base for a fun holiday for airy, stylish and generously equipped. washing machine, dryer, microwave sofabed. Galleried double bedroom two to four persons. Fully equipped The south-facing conservatory/ etc). Panoramic parkland views. including linen and towels. dining-room is sunny and warm even with beams rising to conical shaped roof. En-suite WC/basin. Lovely views. Own grounds on 120 acre estate. Comprises living area, kitchen, in winter. Central heating, log-burning Private patio, garden and parking. Ideal Sleeps 4, one double, one twin. shower room, bathroom stove and parking nearby. Sleeps 3 retreat, 5 minutes walk through quiet Large patio. Linen, heat, light and bedroom. Well behaved pets in 2 bedrooms. Downstairs cloakroom, country lane to friendly church, shops, included. Parking. accepted. No smoking. Weekend dishwasher, washer/dryer, TV, DVD, footpaths. Near Heritage Coast. Open breaks in low season. mini-stereo, telephone. all year. Regret no smokers or pets. £ from £320 per week in low season £ from £255 per week in low season £ from £200 per week in low season £ from £350 per week in low season to £480 per week in high season. to £450 per week in high season. to £325 per week in high season. to £475 per week in high season.

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CHAPEL BARN LODGES

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Leiston Road, Aldeburgh, IP15 5PE T 01473 682850 F 01473 601500 E [email protected] W www.chapelbarnlodges.com A small development of 12 luxury lodges set in 7 acres of outstanding natural beauty, but just 1 1/2 miles from the seaside town of Aldeburgh. The lodges are available to purchase from £158,000, come fully furnished and complete with generous decking areas. Limited self catering available in 2008. Please call for details.

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WHITEARCH TOURING 6/8 BERTH CARAVAN BROADLAND HOLIDAY VILLAGE CARAVAN PARK FELIXSTOWE ##### MAP REF C2 ### MAP REF C2 Minimum Entry Requirement Assessed MAP REF B5

Main Road, Benhall, T 01284 767747 Saxmundham, IP17 1NA F 01284 767747 T 01728 604646 Contact: Mrs J. L. Phillips W www.caravancampingsites.co.uk 96 Queens Road, Bury St. Edmunds, IP33 3EP Whitearch Touring Caravan Park, Felixstowe Seafront Holiday Park. set in 141/2 acres, 8 acres trees, 12 foot wide 6/8 berth caravan. Marsh Road, , NR33 9JY T F 1 acre fishing lake, 51/2 acres of Large living area with gas fire and 01502 573033 01502 512681 grassland with 50 hook up pitches, colour TV. Fully equipped kitchen E [email protected] www.broadlandvillage.co.uk shower/WC facilities, small shop, including gas cooker, fridge and Currently holding Visit Britain’s highest grade of “5 stars” for holiday parks, our laundry room, disabled facilities, microwave. Dining area, three family run holiday village beside Oulton Broad has something for everyone. tennis court, TV hook-ups, hair dryer. bedrooms, shower and toilet. There is the peaceful, idyllic location, our indoor heated swimming pool, No male parties. No commercial Privately owned. Quiet site. waterside clubhouse, plus our Hair, Health & Beauty Salon. We are close to the vans. Last arrivals 8pm. Available March - November. beach and various attractions. The perfect place to stay and discover the No pets. Shop opening times: forgotten Broad. Accommodation comprises our new luxuriously appointed pine 10.00am - 4.00pm; 7.00pm - lodges, cosy brick built bungalows or modern caravans. NEW: a selection of our 8.00pm April to October. bungalows now have a private hot-tub - perfect for summer or winter. Open all year for holidays and short breaks. £ from £130 per week in low season £ to £300 per week in high season from £200 per week in low season to including gas and electricity. £760 per week in high season.

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FOREST CAMPING ### MAP REF C3

Tangham Campsite, Rendlesham Forest, Woodbridge, IP12 3NF T 01394 450707 E [email protected] W www.forestcamping.co.uk Contact: Mrs C. M. Lummis A spacious, level, well drained caravan and campsite with electric hook-ups. Shop and play area available on-site. Situated in the centre of Forestry Commission land and within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Excellent base for relaxing, walking, cycling and bird watching within the forest itself and within the surrounding attractive countryside and along nearby rivers and coast. Close to the renowned Sutton Hoo. Member of the EET and BH & HPA. Off B1084 road. Open Easter 2008 - 31st October. £ from £12.50 per night in low season to £13.50 per night in high season.

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G Set in 30 acres of beautiful woodland, we have our own private stairway to the beach. G Full facilities for camping, touring caravans and self catering. Apartments and cottages available throughout the year. G Stunning holiday lodges for sale. G Our facilities include on-site freehouse pub serving good food, with childrens menu always available. G Finalist in 2006 Tourism in Suffolk for Best Holiday and Caravan Park. Gold award in 2006 for David Bellamy Conservation Awards. G Suffolk Tourism Partnership Caravan Park of the Year 2007.

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BAWDSEY RADAR STATION EASTON FARM PARK BEACON RALLY KARTS LTD KINGPIN BOWLING CENTRE MAP REF C4 QUALITY ASSURED VISITOR ATTRACTION MAP REF B2 MAP REF B4 MAP REF B4

Easton, Woodbridge, IP13 0EQ Bealings Road, , Gloster Road, T 01728 746475 Woodbridge, IP12 4RP Martlesham Heath, IP5 3RJ The Transmitter Block, F 01728 747861 T 0845 6441592 T 01473 611111 Bawdsey, IP12 3AT E [email protected] E [email protected] F 01473 611384 T 07821 162879 W www.eastonfarmpark.co.uk W www.beaconrallykarts.co.uk E [email protected] E [email protected] W www.kingpinbowling.co.uk W www.bawdseyradargroup.co.uk For a fun-filled family day out, come For the ultimate off-road Karting Tenpin Bowling Centre with 24 The Transmitter Block was featured and meet the animals at Easton Farm experience. Enjoy the thrill of our 3 computerised lanes. Centre has in the BBC2 Restoration series. Park. Feed the goats, and ride around large outdoor tracks with computer licensed bar and snack food bar. Come and visit ‘The Magic Ear’ - an on pedal tractors and go-karts. Free lap times. Ideal for individuals, parties All lanes have optional bumpers for pony rides and hug-a-bunny every and corporate entertainment. Ages 5 exhibition about the history of Radar. children. Centre is air conditioned day. Indoor soft playbarn and to 75 years. Safety clothing supplied. In 1937, Bawdsey was the first of with free on-site parking. Lanes can adventure playground. Gift shop and the Chain Home Radar stations that Bookings 7 days a weeks from 10am riverside cafe. Stay in one of our four be reserved by telephoning 01473 to dusk. played a crucial role in the Battle of star self-catering cottages. 611111. Open every day expect Britain. For information on 2008 Arrive And Drive open 10am to 4pm Christmas day from 10.00am. Opens: opening times, contact us. weekends, bank holidays and school Special offers for family bowling. 9th - 17th Feb 10.30am - 4pm, holidays. All weather permitting. “Helping ensure that our history 15th Mar - 14th Sep 10.30am - 6pm, stays on the radar” 25th Oct - 2nd Nov 10.30am - 4pm. December - winter wonderland. Registered Charity 1106009 Please check website for admission prices and special events programme.

08093 08002 08018 08003

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Main Street, Leiston, IP16 4ES Undercliff Road West, T 01728 832189 Felixstowe, IP11 2DX F 01728 832189 T 01394 282957 (restaurant) E [email protected] T 01394 282126 (box office) W www.longshop.care4free.net E [email protected] W www.thespapavilion.org Come and discover Leiston’s unique Theatre ~ Bar history and visit the home of the Functions ~ Restaurant Garrett Collection. An award winning Open all year round with museum housed on the original entertainment to suit all tastes Garrett works site including the and ages. Grade II* listed Long Shop, built in Licensed restaurant and bar with 1852 as the first production line for wonderful sea views. portable steam engines. 200 years of local, social and industrial history. Celebrate your own special occasion here. Call the restaurant 6 exhibition halls, resource centre, for details on 01394 282957. picnic garden and gift shop. Dates open: 1 April to 31 October Open: Monday to Saturday 10.00am - 5.00pm, Sunday 11.00am - 5.00pm.

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The resort is home to the Spa Pavilion Theatre, which has a variety of shows ranging from ballet, musicals, an annual drama festival, and pantomimes. There is a good selection of amusements and children’s activities along the seafront, including indoor and outdoor adventure golf, miniature train rides and a boating lake, and the traditional seaside assortment of slot machines and indoor amusements. The Pier is home to a small café, prize bingo and a bowling alley as well as slot machines, whilst there is an outdoor children’s play park at Manning’s and a host of new attractions Images credited to Suffolk Coastal Services and rides for children on the Ocean Amusements site. From Felixstowe Ferry you can take a ferry across the estuary to Bawdsey, the home of Radar.There are many interesting walks along this stretch of coast and the area is ideal for bird watching. Recuperate at the café with its excellent fish and chips.The Ferry lies at the Southern end of the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Landguard Peninsula is home to a nature reserve, 16th Century fort, and Felixstowe Museum as well as a foot ferry that links Felixstowe to Shotley and Harwich.The Viewpoint is very popular with residents and visitors and you can watch the biggest container ships and cruise liners in the world going in and out of the Ports of Harwich and Felixstowe.

www.visitfelixstowe.co.uk www.felixstowechamber.co.uk

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Viewpoint Road, Felixstowe, IP11 3TW Suffolk Coastal Leisure Community Association T 07749 695523 Felixstowe Leisure Centre W www.landguard.com Features a 25m pool, state of the art fitness suites, activity hall, bowls hall, soft play area, health suite featuring sauna, steam room and sunbed, and café. Telephone for further information 01394 670411 Guarding the Orwell Estuary since the mid 16th century, Landguard Fort has www.felixstoweleisurecentre.co.uk a long, rich history, including being the last English fort to repel a full-scale invasion attempt by Dutch forces in 1667. Many structural improvements Brackenbury Sports Centre, Felixstowe Multi purpose sports hall, squash courts, all weather area, activity hall for - especially by Victorian engineers. Owned and restored by English Heritage. trampolining and gymnastics.Telephone for further information: 01394 270278. Open daily by Landguard Fort Trust between April and October 10am - 5pm Deben Pool, Woodbridge with free audio tours. 25m pool, fitness suite, sauna. Telephone for further information: 01394 384763. Leiston Leisure Centre £ Please check website for admission prices and special events programme. 25m pool, multi purpose sports hall, fitness suite, soft play area, all weather area, squash courts, activity hall and health suite including sauna and sunbeds. Telephone for further information: 01728 830364. 08123 08119

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LADY FLORENCE RIVER SNAPE MALTINGS SNAPE MALTINGS CRUISE RESTAURANT MAP REF C3 CONCERT HALL MAP REF C3 MAP REF C3

Orford Quay, Orford, IP12 2NU Snape, Nr Aldeburgh, IP17 1SP T 07831 698298 T 01728 687110 E [email protected] F 01728 687120 W www.lady-florence.co.uk E [email protected] W www.aldeburgh.co.uk Calm water river cruises from Orford, Set amidst breath-taking scenery with fine dining aboard. Sail past Snape, Nr Aldeburgh, IP17 1SR by the River Alde, Snape Maltings National Trust’s Orford Ness, RSPB’s T 01728 688303 T 01728 688930 Concert Hall is home to a year-round Havergate and Aldeburgh. Morning E [email protected] www.snapemaltings.co.uk programme of concerts, including brunches, a la carte lunches, summer The Aldeburgh Festival in June and dinners and Autumn cocktail sunsets. the Snape Proms in August. Snape Maltings is a unique collection of Victorian buildings over 7 acres set Imaginative menus with fresh local The concert hall (capacity 832) amidst breath-taking scenery beside the River Alde. The buildings are filled with produce. Choose aboard. Full bar. and restaurant may be hired for a mix of shops, galleries and featured exhibitions. The Granary Tea Shop serves Informative commentary. Maximum private events. home made cakes, sandwiches and rolls with an emphasis on local produce 12 passengers. All year including throughout the menu. The Plough & Sail Public House is situated on the 2008 Events: Christmas day, regardless of weather frontage of The Maltings with local ales and serving lunch and dinner. June 13–29 - 61st Aldeburgh Festival and tides. Smoking allowed on deck. August 1–31 - Snape Proms Snape Maltings is an inspiring location which hosts a monthly Farmers Market along the quay, river trips and RSPB guided walks along the Alde Estuary. Open daily from 10.00am with FREE car parking. Guide dogs welcome.

08039 08111 08004

THORPENESS WINDMILL RSPB MINSMERE LINES VISITOR CENTRE NATURE RESERVE Ipswich to Lowestoft including through services to London. MAP REF D2 MAP REF D2 The railway between Ipswich and Lowestoft has long been known as the . The line links Lowestoft and the market towns in East Suffolk with Ipswich. Woodbridge is a delightful Suffolk town, with its Tide Mill and award-winning floral displays. It has an unrivalled selection of local shops, and many Westleton, Saxmundham, IP17 3BY wonderful places to eat and drink. Uplands Road, Thorpeness, T 01728 648281 Leiston, IP16 4NQ F 01728 648770 Nearby Melton’s station offers access to good T 01394 384948 E [email protected] walking along the river Deben and the surrounding F 01394 384948 W www.rspb.org.uk countryside, and is near to Sutton Hoo. E [email protected] W www.suffolkcoastandheaths.org Look for Avocets, Bitterns and Marsh Wickham Market station is in the village of Campsea This working mill dates from 1803 Harriers in Spring, Red Deer in Ashe, and is close to Easton Farm Park. and is a visitor centre for Suffolk Autumn and Winter wildfowl. Two Saxmundham is a small market town with good Coast and Heaths Area of nature trails and eight bird watching connections for Aldeburgh and Leiston. Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). hides. Guided walks all year and Previously used to pump water to regular family activities. Visitor Darsham station has connections by Coastlink to the water tower now known as centre with gift shop and tea room. both Minsmere and Dunwich. The House in the Clouds. The mill contains information about the Family activity packs available. AONB, the mill and Thorpeness. Binocular hire. No parking available. Open daily, except Christmas Day Open from Easter weekend 2008. and Boxing Day, 9.00am to dusk. Opening times vary. Group tours by RSPB members free. Admission arrangement. Free entry but charges for non members. donations are welcome. The Mill is run on behalf of Suffolk County Council. 08122 08006 www.eastsuffolkline.com www.onerailway.com 08129

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08063 King of the Castles!

ORFORD CASTLE • Discover one of England’s FRAMLINGHAM CASTLE most complete and unusual keeps. It is a warren of • Visit this magnificent 12th century passageways and chambers, fortress and discover the castle’s with spectacular views over fascinating past through themed Orford Ness. trails and a lively audio tour. • Be transported back to the • From spring 2008 visitors will be Look out for great family events throughout the year. former glory of this medieval able to see a new exhibition in the royal fortress with our Poorhouse highlighting the major Orford Castle, Framlingham Castle, fascinating audio tour. events in the castle's history through Orford, IP12 2ND Framlingham, IP13 9BP audiovisual displays and interactive Tel. 01394 450472 Tel. 01728 724189 games for all the family.

Call 0870 333 1181 for details or visit www.english-heritage.org.uk Days out worth talking about

A remnant of the once extensive Sandlings The largest vegetated shingle spit in Europe Get close to one of the most important Heaths and one of Suffolk’s most important with important plant communities and bird archaeological finds in Britain, the Anglo- nature conservation areas. Excellent walks, colonies. The Ness was a secret military site Saxon royal ship burial site at Sutton Hoo. shop, tea room and self catering from 1913 until the mid 1980s. Access is by The Exhibition tells a compelling story of Anglo- accommodation at the Coastguard Cottages ferry from Orford Quay. There is a five mile Saxon pagan kings, treasure and warriors. (call 0870 458 4422 for a brochure). walking route with information and displays. Restaurant, shop, children’s play area, guided Sea watch, the cetacean viewing centre. tours, estate walks and special events. New for Adult £6.50, child £3.25 2008: Life and death of a kingdom: Car park: £4 (NT members free) NT members pay for ferry only - adult £3.70, 500-869AD. Suffolk Tourism Awards 2007: Dogs must be on a lead. Dog-free family child £1.85 Winner Best Large Attraction. area on beach. Adult £6.20, child £3.20, family £15.70 NT members free. Tel: 01728 648505/1 Ref:D2 Tel: 01728 648024 (infoline) Ref:C3 Tel: 01394 389700 / 737 Ref:B3

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JANUARY JULY 1 Viennese Concert, Woodbridge 5-6 Felixstowe Fuschia Festival FEBRUARY 6-13 Tennis, Felixstowe myweb.tiscali.co.uk/carlbaldwintennis 29-2 Aldeburgh Literary Festival 18-20 Latitude www.latitudefestival.co.uk MARCH 29-30 Aldeburgh Summer Theatre www.southwoldtheatre.org 21-23 Easter Festival www.aldeburgh.co.uk/events AUGUST 21-24 Easter Fair, Felixstowe 1-31 Snape Proms www.aldeburgh.co.uk/events APRIL 1-25 Aldeburgh Summer Theatre www.southwoldtheatre.org 8-10 Felixstowe Carnival and Fair www.felixstowecarnival.org 10 Walberswick Crabbing Competition www.walberswick.ws/crabbing MAY 16-18 Aldeburgh Carnival and Regatta 3-5 tbc French Market, Felixstowe 21-22 Thorpeness Regatta and Fireworks 4 Historic Vehicle Rally, Felixstowe www.ipswichtransportmuseum.co.uk 23 Hot Rod and Classic 5 tbc Horse Show, Woodbridge www.woodbridge-horse-show.org.uk Vehicle Rally, Felixstowe www.rodandcustom.co.uk/nationals 18 Woodbridge 10K and junior races SEPTEMBER 23-26 Spring Fair, Felixstowe 7 tbc Art on the Prom, Felixstowe www.artontheprom.org 25-26 Framlingham Gala 13-14 Heritage Open Days 24-31 Drama Festival, Felixstowe 13-14 Maritime Woodbridge 31-1 Suffolk Folk Festival OCTOBER 28-29 Suffolk Show www.suffolkshow.co.uk tbc Britten Festival, Snape Maltings www.aldeburgh.co.uk/events JUNE 24-1 Saxmundham Arts Festival 1-30 Suffolk Open Studios www.suffolkopenstudios.co.uk www.saxmundham.org/news/artsfestival.html 8 Woodbridge Regatta NOVEMBER 13-29 61st Aldeburgh Festival www.aldeburgh.co.uk/events 7-9 Aldeburgh Poetry Festival www.thepoetrytrust.org 20-6 Arts Framlingham www.artsframlingham.org DECEMBER 21-22 Suffolk Game & Country Fair, tbc Snape Maltings Christmas Concert www.aldeburgh.co.uk/events Glemham Hall www.fenlandfairs.com/suffolk 6 Christmas Street Fair, Woodbridge

EVENTS CONTACTS Snape Maltings Events Landguard Fort Events English Heritage Events National Trust Events Easton Farm Park Events www.aldeburgh.co.uk/events www.landguard.com www.english-heritage.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk www.eastonfarmpark.co.uk Tel: 01728 687110 Tel: 07749 695523 Tel: 0870 333 1181 Tel: 0870 458 4000 Tel: 01728 746475

Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that this information is accurate, we cannot accept responsibility for any changes, errors or omissions, which may have occurred. Please check details and dates of events at the nearest Tourist Information Centre - telephone numbers are on page 2

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We have made every effort to ensure that the standard of accommodation featured in this guide is accurate. All establishments are inspected by the VisitBritain or the AA. However, whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the information is accurate, Suffolk Coastal District Council and its contractors cannot accept responsibility for any error or omission which may have occurred. The Council has accepted advertisements in good faith and the Council or its contractors are not held responsible for any error or omission made by the advertiser. It is now our policy to ensure that materials used in the production of this guide originate from forests which are correctly managed and maintained.

Published by Suffolk Coastal District Council Melton Hill, Woodbridge, IP12 1AU Telephone 01394 383789

Designed and Produced by Dual Creative Limited www.dualcreative.co.uk Photographic studies within this brochure by Dual Creative, Alan Blair, Nick Catling, W Croft N.T.P.L., S.C.S. and Suffolk Coastal District Council.

In the unlikely event of complaints regarding your stay at any of the establishments within this guide, please in the first instance, contact the establishment concerned.

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Even the words ‘Tasty Suffolk’ sound delicious! Whilst you’ll come across a few household names, many producers will be noted for their quality products within food and drink enthusiast circles, on a regional basis or even in their local area.

Suffolk Farmers’ Markets

Aldeburgh Aldeburgh Parish Church Hall 20 October, 17 November & 15 December John Burch: 01728 453637 (TIC)

Easton Farm Park Easton, Nr Wickham Market 4th Saturday monthly (3rd Sat in Dec) 9.00am - 1.00pm Jill Kerr: 01728 746475 [email protected] www.eastonfarmpark.co.uk

Halesworth Holton Village Hall, Nr Halesworth 2nd Saturday monthly 9.00am - 1.00pm Lottie Barbour: 01986 798099 [email protected]

Jimmy's Farm Wherstead, Nr Ipswich 1st Saturday monthly: 10.00am - 2.00pm Photos from Suffolk Tourism Partnership Nicki: 01473 601770 You’ll find unsung local food heroes going about growing conditions are more favourable. [email protected] their business with dedication and passion. And A range of vegetables is produced in key www.essexpigcompany.com before you leave to return home don’t forget to areas where the fertile soils are evident; stop at a farmers' market or farm shop to buy the sandy soil in some parts enables the Snape Maltings Riverside Market some Suffolk produce so that the memory of growing of asparagus where drainage is vital. 1st Saturday monthly: 9.30am - 12.30pm your visit lingers a little longer in your senses... This has also led to a concentration of small Alesha Gooderham 01728 688303 Local produce isn't simply about eating vineyards producing award winning English wines [email protected] and drinking, it encapsulates local cultural whose yield and quality improves year on year. www.snapemaltings.co.uk distinctiveness, industrial skill, the broader Pastures and grazing land throughout the Woodbridge environment and an enjoyable leisure county host dairy cattle herds whose milk is Woodbridge Community Centre experience. used in a wide range of diary products, 2nd & 4th Saturday's monthly Experiencing locally produced food and drink including the production of ice cream, crème 9.00am - 1.00pm which is distinctive to the area you've come to fraiche and cheeses, whilst the presence of Victoria Farrow: 01473 210634 visit really does add something special to your beef cattle is evident and a greater awareness [email protected] holiday or day trip. in rare breeds has led to a great deal of The landscapes of the county really do interest in the native Red Poll breed. The influence the variety and quality of food and breeding of pigs is extremely evident in the drink produced. The coastline and inland county and this serves to endure the fine waterways provide great quality fresh fish and reputation of Suffolk hams and bacon. The shell fish. Oysters for example are grown along forest and woodlands provide a range of certain stretches of the coast where the succulent wild game meat and is ‘a must try’.

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All the accommodation featured in this guide has been quality assessed by either Visitbritain or the AA, or has recently applied for a rating and is awaiting assessment. Please be aware that ratings may change throughout the year. Properties are visited by trained assessors who award a quality score for every aspect of the experience, including the comfort of the bed, the quality of the breakfast and dinner and, most importantly, the cleanliness as well as the warmth of the welcome. Look out for the Visitbritain Gold and Silver awards and the AA Red or Gold Stars, which recognise exceptional quality at all levels, and businesses who “go the extra mile”.

Enjoy England ratings made easy

# # AA Inspectors' Choice Pennant ratings Simple, practical, no frills These hotels stand out as the very best in for campsites and caravan parks ## the UK and the Republic of Ireland, Campsites and caravan parks are rated by Well presented and well run regardless of style. The selected Inspectors' AA inspectors on a five-point scale. The ### Choice hotels are identified by red Stars. Pennant ratings increase with the quality and variety of facilities a park offers. Good level of quality and comfort # Highly Commended The AA Pennant rating is only based on #### AA inspectors determine a quality score as a percentage to cover all aspects of a guest the touring pitches and the facilities at Excellent standard throughout campsites and caravan parks. ##### accommodation, including service. The score is then represented as a one - to five-Star Exceptional with a degree of luxury rating. Yellow Stars indicate that an Suffolk Breakfast Initiative establishment is within the upper 10% Suffolk has a great tradition One to Five Star Rating of the quality score range for a three-, of pig farming and even (Small to Medium four- or a five-Star guest accommodation. today it is estimated that 20% of the UK’s pork sized Hotels) U Unconfirmed rating originates from the county. The Suffolk Breakfast One to Five Star Rating A hotel or guest accommodation may have Initiative has been developed to recognise our (Guest Accommodation) an 'Unconfirmed' symbol because their Star food and farming heritage. Look out for rating has not been confirmed. This may be hospitality businesses displaying the logo as due to a change of ownership or because you’ll be sure of a Tasty Suffolk experience. Red Stars recognise the very the establishment has only recently joined best establishments within the the AA rating scheme. Rose Awards 2008 3,4 and 5 star category. A AA Associate recognition The English Tourism Council’s annual Establishments inspected and rated by Rose Awards highlight and promote AA Merit % Score VisitBritain, VisitScotland or VisitWales selected high quality holiday caravan In addition to the Star rating, each hotel is can pay to belong to the AA Associate parks that also provide a good proportion given an AA Merit Score as a percentage. This Hotel/Guest Accommodation Scheme. of first class caravan holiday homes for hire. indicates the level of quality achieved within You can be confident that all AA each Star rating, which helps you to compare Associate-recognised establishments hotels with the same number of Stars. have Star ratings that meet the common quality standards.

How to be Suffolk Coast’s Help us reduce, Can you car-less favourite sort of visitor! re-use and recycle! when you visit? We take our recycling Exploring locally can be great pretty seriously in Suffolk, fun, so why not consider walking so it would be great if you or cycling – it’s good for you can help us by doing your and the environment. When bit where possible. By getting out and about, try using placing litter in bins or the bus or the train – you’ll taking it home to recycle be able to enjoy the helps keep the area more views much more pleasurable for others. 1 that way. 2

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Rosette awards for restaurants Key to Symbols

AA inspectors annually award Rosettes to restaurants for the quality of their food. Most We have private parking Star-rated hotels have their own restaurants and we also inspect these. Not all receive an We are licensed AA Rosette award, but they will generally serve enjoyable food of a reasonable standard. We accept children and judgement of flavour combinations. You Guest lift can expect excellent and intelligent service, Excellent restaurants that stand out in Shops nearby and a well-chosen wine list. their local area. The food is prepared Golf with care, understanding and skill, using Ironing facilities good-quality ingredients. Four Rosettes highlight cooking that We have colour TV’s demands national recognition. Dishes We have a DVD player demonstrate intense ambition, a passion for Credit cards accepted The best local restaurants, offering higher excellence, superb technical skills and Lounge for residents’ use standards and better consistency. Greater remarkable consistency. An appreciation of Conference facilities precision is apparent in the cooking, and culinary traditions is combined with a desire Showers there is obvious attention to the quality for exploration and improvement. and selection of ingredients. Fishing Clothes Washing Facilities The food at a five-Rosette restaurant stands Smoking permitted Three Rosettes are awarded to outstanding comparison with the best in the world. It is No smoking restaurants that demand recognition well highly individual, benefits from breathtaking We provide vegetarian meals beyond the local area. The highest quality culinary skills, and sets the standards to Wireless enabled (broadband internet) ingredients receive sympathetic treatment, which others aspire. There will also be a and there is consistent timing, seasoning, knowledgeable and distinctive wine list. Dogs permitted Dishwasher Swimming pool National Accessible Scheme Linen for hire Accommodation that displays one of the signs shown below are committed to accessibility. Linen provided When you see one of the symbols, you can be sure that the accommodation has been thoroughly We provide an evening meal/on site catering inspected against demanding criteria. VisitBritain has a variety of accessible accommodation in its Tea/Coffee making facilities in bedroom schemes, and the different accessible ratings will help you to choose the one that best suits your needs. Open over Christmas/New Year Can accommodate wheelchair users Mobility 1 - Typically suitable for a person with sufficient mobility to climb a flight of steps but would benefit from points of fixtures and fittings to aid balance. (Please telephone to check facilities) Garden Mobility 2 - Typically suitable for a person with restricted walking ability and for those that Electric Hook-up (Camping only) may need to use a wheelchair some of the time. Childrens play area Mobility 3 - Typically suitable for a person who depends on the use of a wheelchair and Toilets available transfers unaided to and from the wheelchair in a seated position. Radio Mobility 4 - Typically suitable for a person who depends on the use of a wheelchair in a seated Walkers Welcome position. They can require personal/ mechanical assistance to aid transfer (eg carer, hoist). Cyclists Welcome

Go local, it’s Seasonal outlook... CONNECT! miles better! It’s all about local distinctiveness. Visiting during off peak periods Connect to the landscape you’ve Experiencing local food and drink often adds to your enjoyment; you’ll come to see by supporting the in a friendly local restaurant or be able to get out and about with CONNECT project which serves to pub really does add something greater ease, see more of the support a range of environmental special to your visit. You won’t be Suffolk Coastal area and have more and conservation projects on the far from a farmers’ market3 or choice. Tourist Information4 Centres Suffolk Coast. Please 5use the farm shop and be sure to use have lots of great ideas on what countryside code and other local services during to do, so please make a of course enjoy your visit. point of using them. your visit!

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SUFFOLK COASTAL HOLIDAY GUIDE 2008 Thank you for taking time to complete this questionnaire, please return it to: Community and Economic Services, Suffolk Coastal District Council, Melton Hill, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 1AU

1. How did you obtain your copy of this brochure? 13. Including yourself, how many will there be in your party?

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2. If you obtained your copy from a Tourist Information Centre, Hotel ...... I 1 Guest house/B&B ...... I 2 please state which one. Self Catering ...... I 3 Boat ...... I 4 ...... Caravan/camping . . . . . I 5 With Friends/Family ...... I 6 Other, please specify: ...... 3. In which month did you obtain the brochure? 15. In which area do you plan to stay? Jan I 1 Feb I 2 Mar I 3AprI 4 May I 5 June I 6JulI 7 Aug I 8 Aldeburgh I 1 Felixstowe I 2 Woodbridge I 4 Sept I 9OctI 10 Nov I 11 Dec I 12 Framlingham/Saxmundham I 3 Other 16. Which are of greatest interest to you? 4. Which, if any, describes the reasons why you obtained the brochure? To decide between different destinations ...... I Walking ...... I 1 Boating/Sailing ...... I 2 To book holiday accommodation ...... I Shopping ...... I 3 Churches ...... I 4 To decide which part of the area to visit ...... I Sport ...... I 5 Historic sites ...... I 6 To decide on places to visit and things to do ...... I Cycling ...... I 7 Museums ...... I 8 Gardens ...... I 9 Bird-watching ...... I 10 I I 5. Have you visited Suffolk Coastal in the past? Yes No Theatre ...... I 11 Music/Concerts ...... I 12 6. Which of the following best describes you? Touring by car ...... I 13 Other ...... Already decided to visit the area prior to seeing the brochure ...... I 17. How would you rate the following aspects of this brochure? I Visiting/have visited the area as a result of seeing the brochure ...... V Good Good Average Poor V Poor I will not be visiting the area in the next 12 months 12345 I - if not visiting please go to question 16 ...... Relevance to your request I I I I I 7. Do you plan to visit Suffolk Coastal area in: Ease of use I I I I I 2008 I 2009 I 2010 I Range of accommodation I I I I I Range of events/things to do I I I I I 8. In which month(s) do you plan to visit? Front cover I I I I I I I I I Jan 1Feb2Mar3Apr4 Use of photos I I I I I I I I I May 5 June 6Jul7Aug8 Introductory pages I I I I I I I I I Sept 9 Oct 10 Nov 11 Dec 12 Maps I I I I I 9. How long in advance of your visit did you/are you likely to make 18. Please indicate your age range: your booking? (If you are not sure please estimate) 18-24 . . . I 1 25-34 ...... I 2 35-44 ...... I 3 I Less than 2 weeks in advance ...... 1 45-54 . . . I 4 55-65 . . . . . I 5 Over 65 . . . . I 6 2-4 weeks in advance ...... I 2 19. Which national newspaper do you read? 5-8 weeks in advance ...... I 3 9-12 weeks in advance ...... I 4 Telegraph . . I 1 Guardian . . . . . I 2 Independent . . . . I 3 Over 3 months in advance ...... I 5 Times . . . . . I 4 Mail ...... I 5 Express ...... I 6 Will not make a booking in advance ...... I 6 Mirror . . . . . I 7 Sun ...... I 8 Star ...... I 9 Other ...... 10. How many nights do you plan to stay? 20. Which national magazines do you read regularly? (If you are not sure please estimate)...... 1 - 2 ...... I 1 2 - 3 ...... I 2 3 - 4 ...... I 3 21. Please tick box if you would like to receive a priority 5 - 7 ...... I 4 8 - 10 ...... I 5 11+ ...... I 6 copy of Suffolk Coastal’s 2009 Holiday Guide: ...... I 11. What was/will be the main purpose of the visit? 22. What is your name? (PLEASE PRINT). Holiday 4+ nights ...... I 1 ...... Short break 1-3 nights ...... I 2 Day visit ...... I 3 22. What is your full address? Visiting friends/relations ...... I 4 ...... Business conference ...... I 5 ...... I I 12. Did this guide make you want to visit? Yes No ......

PLEASE MENTION THE SUFFOLK COAST HOLIDAY GUIDE WHEN MAKING YOUR BOOKING B1123 A143 A B C D LOWESTOFT B1116 HALESWORTH A1095 A140 CRATFIELD SOUTHWOLD BRAMFIELD HUNTINGFIELD B1116 BLYTHBURGH B1117 A12 WALBERSWICK 1 WALPOLE A144 B1125

B1118 SIBTON B1116 DARSHAM A1120 YOXFORD DENNINGTON BRUISYARD DUNWICH BADINGHAM A12 WESTLETON B1107 KELSALE MIDDLETON THEBERTON B1116 FRAMINGHAM CARLTON CASTLE B1119 A1120 SAXMUNDHAM 2 SWEFFLING MINSMERE FRAMLINGHAM B1119 BENHALL LEISTON B1078 FRISTON ALDRINGHAM STRATFORD ST. ANDREW EASTON THORPENESS SNAPE A1094 WICKHAM BLAXHALL IKEN B1079 MARKET TUNSTALL ALDEBURGH PETTISTREE OTLEY B1078 CAMPSEA DALLINGHOO ASHE B1078 RENDLESHAM BREDFIELD A12 3 EYKE B1077 BUTLEY B1152 B1079 UFFORD MELTON RENDLESHAM GRUNDISBURGH FOREST ORFORD A14 LITTLE BEALINGS WOODBRIDGE TANGHAM SUTTON HOO

B1214 A12 B1083

IPSWICH AREA OF OUTSTANDING WALDRINGFIELD NATURAL BEAUTY (AONB) SHINGLE STREET 4

A14 A14 FALKENHAM TRIMLEY BAWDSEY ST. MARTIN CHELMONDISTON ABERDEEN TRIMLEY ST. MARY FELIXSTOWE GLASGOW

HARWICH EDINBURGH LANDGUARD 5 NEWCASTLE How do I get to Suffolk Coastal? LEEDS MANCHESTER The A12 and A14 will take you right to the heart of the District. There are National Express and mainline rail services from London and the North. NORWICH BIRMINGHAM IPSWICH The East Suffolk Railway provides a scenic link from Ipswich to Lowestoft, CARDIFF FELIXSTOWE and there is a branch line from Ipswich to Felixstowe. LONDON Visit www.nationalexpress.co.uk or www.nationalrail.co.uk for further information on timetables and prices. Experience

THE CHARM & TRANQUILLITY OF THE S UFFOLK C OAST

With new and previously owned Holiday Homes from only £10,000, Lodges from only £95,000 and Park Homes from only £120,000.

...AND DISCOVER THE SUPERB AMENITIES OF THIS UNIQUE REGION:

Ideal for weekends, holidays or active retirement, our choice of Park & Holiday Homes offer three superb landscaped parks in extensive grounds located on Suffolk’s beautiful Heritage Coast. Facilities include clubs, family rooms, play areas, a 9 hole golf course, tennis courts and nature trails.

The Moon & Sixpence Cakes & Ale Priory Park

Waldringfield, Woodbridge, IP12 4PP Abbey Lane, Theberton, IP16 4TE Ipswich, IP10 0JT Tel: 01473 736650 Fax: 01473 736270 Tel: 01728 831655 Tel: 01473 727393 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.moonandsixpence.eu www.cakesandale.net www.priory-park.com

New lodges and caravan holiday homes Holiday homes for sale in immaculate secure Fully residential park home bungalows, for sale with 7 and 101/2 month season. quiet parkland. Includes lounge bar and shop, caravan and log cabin holiday homes for sale, Superbly landscaped terraced plots with hard tennis courts, a 5 acre recreation area all in an exclusive and private development tennis, petanque, basketball, volleyball and and a golf driving range with practice nets. with south-facing panoramic views over the 9 hole compact private golf course. Secure Wireless internet is available over the whole beautiful River Orwell estuary. and secluded grounds with woods, lake and park and the location is ideal for cycling, Set in 100 acres of wooded parkland and its own sandy beach. Including comfortable walking, bird watching and dog walking. only 4 miles from Ipswich town centre. lounge, restaurant and shop within close Close to Minsmere, Dunwich, Southwold, Includes a 9 hole golf course, tennis courts, range of Woodbridge. Aldeburgh and Snape. bar, restaurant and nature trails.

Short stay touring sites available too!