Suffolk, in the heart of East Anglia, has lots to offer holidaymakers; including a stunning coastline, unspoilt countryside, beautiful riverside scenery and ample historic charm.
Find a Holiday Cottage in Suffolk
Whether for a romantic break, a family holiday or a getaway with friends, Suffolk has something to offer everyone. Enjoy exploring this stunning county on a cottage break. We hope our hints and tips on some of the best things to see and do, inspires you to visit Suffolk soon.
Explore the Stunning Suffolk Coastline
So beautiful is the Suffolk coastline that it’s a National Landscape; formerly an area of outstanding natural beauty. The Suffolk & Essex Coast and Heaths National Landscape is dotted with beautiful sandy beaches, nature reserves, and even rugged cliffs.
Some of the most popular places to visit along the Suffolk coast include the elegant seaside town of Southwold, a town renowned for its elegant historic architecture, iconic pier, colourful beach huts and lovely beach. Enjoy some fish and chips or an ice cream to make the most of your time by the seaside.
Another beautiful seaside town along the Suffolk coast is Aldeburgh, again this town features stunning architecture, a shingle beach and traditional fisherman huts selling fresh seafood. You can walk along the coast here too and see the famous Shell Sculpure as you walk on towards Thorpeness.
For keen wildlife and bird watchers, Dunwich Heath and the nearby RSPB Minsmere nature reserve are superb places for for birdwatching.
Discover the Charming Suffolk Countryside
Suffolk is rich in farmlands and rural scenery, interspersed with woods and quaint villages and towns. Some of Suffolk’s best countryside can be found in Constable Country, which lies within the Dedham Vale National Landscape (formerly an area of outstanding natural beauty).
Visit the National Trust’s Flatford Mill and marvel at the stunning countryside that so inspired the artist John Constable. The water meadows around the town of Sudbury too are very beautiful and are said to have inspired the artist too.
Another beautiful area of Suffolk countryside worth visiting, is the Brecks area, by the Suffolk-Norfolk border, with its sandy heathlands and beautiful pine forests.
Mess Around by the River in Suffolk
Suffolk is rich in beautiful riverside scenery too. Enjoy kayaking from the River Stour, from the park in the market town of Sudbury in Suffolk. The River Stour is popular for kayaking. You can hire kayaks from various spots in Suffolk. Taking to the water can be one of the very best ways to see the tranquil Suffolk countryside.
If boat trips are more your thing, book on a Thames barge boat trip from the port town of Ipswich, and enjoy a leisurely trip along the River Orwell
Step Back in Time with a Visit to Suffolk’s Historic Towns and Villages
Suffolk is rich in history and home to a number of charming historic towns and villages, resplendent with beautiful buildings constructed from wealth created from the wool trade. Many Suffolk villages and towns are dubbed wool towns for this reason.
ne of the most beautiful of Suffolk’s towns has to be Lavenham with its impressive large church and timber-clad buildings. Meander along, stopping at the cafes and gift shops, or visit Lavenham’s 15th-century Guildhall.
Another historic gem is Long Melford where you can also step back in time. Fine historic houses line the main street, and nearby is the National Trust’s historic Long Melford Hall, a stately Tudor mansion with links to Beatrix Potter. The village’s green areas and long high street make it a lovely place for a day out.
Also beautiful is the town of Clare, with its country park, tea shops and historic charm. For pampering and relaxing treatments on spa days, near to Clare is Gainsborough Spa if you’re in search of a spot of luxury.
A holiday in Suffolk has lots to offer; from the stunning coastline, to the unspoilt countryside, scenic rivers and beautiful historical towns and villages. Whether you opt to book a farm cottage in the country or a charming pet-friendly rental in a village or town, we hope you find your best holiday yet in scenic Suffolk.