Rural East Anglia offers a wealth of experiences, and a gentle pace of life - the perfect mix of soft rolling countryside, historic woodlands, ancient cities, charming towns, postcard villages, nature reserves, farmers markets, local producers, quaint coastal resorts and old fashioned seaside fun.
Whether you prefer boating or cycling, bird watching or hiking, the ancient or the modern, East Anglia offers a varied selection of places to visit. The historic cathedral city of Norwich and the University town of Cambridge, each present a wonderful blend of historic and contemporary architecture, suberb restaurants, entertainment and shopping facilities.
The stunning East Anglian coast offers something for everyone, from quiet unspoilt fishing villages, to fun-filled resort towns, sandy beaches and shingle shorelines, colouful beach huts and ancient abbey ruins. The Suffolk Heritage Coast, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is within easy reach.
Historic Woodbridge and the magnificent Anglo Saxon Royal burial ground of Sutton Hoo; the beautiful towns of Lavenham, Clare and Long Melford; Suffolk's Constable Country, Framlingham Castle, Snape Maltings, the location of Benjamin Britten's Aldeburgh Festival and other year round cultural events, and the beautiful seaside town of Southwold can each be reached in less than an hour. Aldeburgh
A place of inspiration and energy for music and the arts.
www.aldeburgh.co.uk
Wyken Vineyards
The ancient estate of Wyken is quintessentially Suffolk - featuring farmers markets, vineyard, restaurant and ancient woods.
www.wykenvineyards.co.uk
Invitation to View
Historic houses and gardens open by appointment.
www.invitationtoview.co.uk
Tasty Suffolk
Suffolk is bursting with tasty food and drink products that you are encouraged to seek out and enjoy.
www.tastysuffolk.org.uk
Dance East
Developing a centre of excellence for dance, health & fitness, creativity, culture and entertainment.
www.danceeast.co.uk
Screen in the Barn
Art House films screened in a rural barn.
www.screeninthebarn.co.uk
Suffolk Tourism
Guides to attractions and events, ideas and information for days out and longer breaks.
www.visit-suffolk.org.uk
www.suffolktouristguide.com
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