Just some of the attractions nearby.
Kids
Pleasurewood Hills.
American style theme park.
www.pleasurewoodhills.com
Easton Farm Park
Children can feed the animals. See Suffolk rare breads. Relax and walk by the river.
www.eastonfarmpark.co.uk
Stonham Aspel
Birds of prey flying displays.
www.the-owl-barn.com
Exploring the Wildlife
Wildlife can often be seen from the cottage and its gardens. Further afield Suffolk offers an abundance of wildlife, including the RSPB reserve at Minsmere. Perfect for naturalists.
www.suffolkwildlife.co.uk
Travel across expansive fields, through thick woods and discover untouched villages.
www.discoversuffolk.org.uk
Helmingham Hall Gardens
Beautiful park, with red deer, spectacular moated Hall.
www.helmingham.com
History
Framlingham Castle
An English heritage site. You can walk round the ramparts of this spectacular castle, shop and eat well in Framlingham. It is only a 10 minute drive away from Stable Cottage.
www.visit-suffolk.org.uk/suffolktowns_view.cfm?id=10
Saxtead Green Windmill
A perfectly preserved and maintained windmill on the edge of Framlingham.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saxtead_Green_Post_Mill
Sutton Hoo
A National Trust site and one of Britain's most important archeological sites. An Anglo-Saxon warrior king was buried here. Treasure, weapons and an iconic helmet were found in a ship under a mysterious mound. Walk round the mound and see the visitors centre.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-suttonhoo.htm
Kentwell Hall
Red brick Tudor mansion – featured on Channel 4, famous for amazing recreations of everyday life in Tudor times and during World War 2. A fantastic house and estate, the recipient of many awards.
www.kentwell.co.uk
Anglo-Saxon Village
www.stedmundsbury.gov.uk/weststow
Beaches
Thorpeness
Hire a rowing boat in the mere or spend the day on the beach. A model holiday village.
www.norfolkcoast.co.uk/location_suffolk/vp_thorpeness.htm
Southwold
A short drive away. Southwold is one of the most popular resorts on the east coast. A beautiful Georgian town boasting award winning beaches. Also home to the renowned Adnams brewery, excellent food and individual shopping.
www.visit-suffolkcoast.co.uk/history/southwold-around-town
Aldeburgh
The nearest beach to Stable cottage, fish and chips on the beach enjoyed by visitors and locals alike. Excellent restaurants where local fish is always available. Home to the festival and summer carnival.
www.visit-aldeburgh.co.uk
Lowestoft
Britain's most eastern town. A perfect seaside destination "for the young and young at heart". Beautiful beaches and two piers.
www.visit-suffolk.org.uk/suffolktowns_view.cfm?id=17
Shopping
Snape Maltings
Picturesque colony of galleries, shops and places to eat as well as the world famous concert hall. Home of Benjamin Britten and the main venue for the Aldeburgh festival. In the festival season Snape hosts an amazing variety of music and arts performances from around the globe.
www.snapemaltings.co.uk
Bury St Edmunds
Beautiful historic city hosting a large market and cathedral.
www.visit-suffolk.org.uk/suffolktowns_view.cfm?id=5
Pubs & Restaurants
The Crown and Castle, Orford
owned by TV chef Ruth Watson.
www.crownandcastle.co.uk
The Butley and Orford Oysterage
Established fish restaurant with its own oyster beds and smoke house.
www.butleyorfordoysterage.co.uk
The Queens Head, Dennington
A short walk away, offers excellent local food and drink and a friendly welcome.
www.beerintheevening.com/pubs/s/13/13564/Queens_Head/Dennington
The Low House (Kings Head), Laxfield
Famous for its traditional unspoilt pub interior and beer straight from the barrel.
www.laxfield-kingshead.co.uk