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Suffolk

Suffolk

Visit Ipswich
For the best choice in accommodation, attractions, heritage and culture – Visit historic Ipswich.

Contact us now for all your coach touring and group operator requirements.

Ipswich Tourist Information Centre, St.Stephens Church, St. Stephens Lane, Ipswich IP1 1DP

Tel: 01473 258070 Email: tourist@ipswich.gov.uk Web: www.visit-ipswich.com

Suffolk Punch Trust

The Trust is a working stud farm, breeding horses using modern techniques and experienced handlers. They offer a guided tour and can also arrange group activities upon request. A typical tour takes 1-2 hours, depending on requirements and size of the group. Their café is very popular with coach parties and group visitors. You can pre-book lunch or drinks and cake to enjoy during your visit. www.suffolkpunchtrust.org

 

Africa Alive!

A thrilling wildlife park with African animals in naturalistic habitats.

Kessingland, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR33 7TF   www.africa-alive.co.uk  Tel: 01502 740291.
Email: info@africa-alive.co.uk  Group discounts available.

Bawdsey Radar Transmitter Block

Historic World War II radar site, offering guided tours.

Bawdsey, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 3BA  www.bawdseyradar.org.uk  Tel: 01394 411327.
Email: info@bawdseyradar.org.uk  Group discounts for 10+ people.

Beccles Lido

An outdoor swimming pool with water slides, ideal for families.

Puddingmoor, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9PL  www.beccleslido.com  Tel: 01502 713297.
Email: info@beccleslido.com   Discounts for groups of 10 or more.

Bentwaters Cold War Museum

Explore a unique Cold War site and aircraft collection.

Building 134, Bentwaters Parks, Rendlesham, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 2TW  www.bcwm.org.uk. Tel: 07588 877020   Email: info@bcwm.org.uk   Group discounts available.

Bury St Edmunds Abbey

Ruins of a medieval abbey in a beautiful park.

Abbey Gardens, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 1XL   www.stedscathedral.org/abbey-ruins.
Tel: 01284 748720.  Email: enquiries@stedscathedral.org.  Group discounts offered.

Christchurch Mansion

A stunning Tudor mansion with art and history exhibits.

Soane St, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 2BE
www.
ipswich.cimuseums.org.uk/visit/venues/christchurch-mansion   Tel: 01473 433554
Email: museums@ipswich.gov.uk  Group rates available.

Dunwich Heath and Beach

A coastal nature reserve with wildlife and walking trails.

Minsmere Road, Dunwich, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 3DJ
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dunwich-heath-and-beach  Tel: 01728 648501. Email:
dunwichheath@nationaltrust.org.uk   Group discounts offered.

Easton Farm Park

Family-friendly farm park with animals and attractions.

Pound Corner, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 0EQ   www.eastonfarmpark.co.uk   Tel: 01728 746475. Email: info@eastonfarmpark.co.uk   Discounts for groups of 10+.

Framlingham Castle

A magnificent 12th-century fortress with a fascinating history.
Church St, Framlingham, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 9BP   www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/framlingham-castle. Tel: 01728 724189   Email: customers@english-heritage.org.uk
Group rates available.

Gainsborough's House

Birthplace of Thomas Gainsborough, now an art museum.
46 Gainsborough St, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 2EU   www.gainsborough.org. Tel: 01787 372958.
Email: info@gainsborough.org   Group discounts offered.

Helmingham Hall Gardens

Stunning Grade I listed gardens surrounding a moated manor house.
Helmingham, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 6EF   www.helmingham.com   Tel: 01473 890799.

Email: events@helmingham.com   Discounts for groups of 10 or more.

Ickworth House, Park and Gardens

Georgian Italianate palace with extensive gardens and parkland.

Horringer, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP29 5QE   www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ickworth.
Tel: 01284 735270   Email: ickworth@nationaltrust.org.uk   Group rates available.

Ipswich Transport Museum
A collection of historic vehicles and transport memorabilia.
Cobham Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 9JD   www.
ipswichtransportmuseum.co.uk.
Tel: 01473 715666   Email: enquiries@ipswichtransportmuseum.co.uk   Group discounts offered.

Kentwell Hall

A moated Tudor manor house with gardens and events.
High St, Long Melford, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 9BA
  www.kentwell.co.uk. Tel: 01787 310207
Email: enquiries@kentwell.co.uk   Discounts for groups of 10+.

Landguard Fort

A historic fort with panoramic views and exhibitions.
View Point Road, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 3TW   www.
landguard.com. Tel: 01394 675900.
Email: enquiries@landguard.com   Group rates available.

Lavenham Guildhall

A medieval timber-framed building with local history exhibits.
Market Pl, Lavenham, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 9QZ   www. nationaltrust.org.uk/lavenham-guildhall. Tel: 01787 247646   Email: lavenhamguildhall@nationaltrust.org.uk   Group discounts offered.

Long Shop Museum

Industrial heritage museum showcasing local steam engineering.
Main St, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4ES   www.longshopmuseum.co.uk   Tel: 01728 832189.
Email: info@longshopmuseum.co.uk   Discounts for groups of 10 or more.

Melford Hall

Tudor mansion with Beatrix Potter connections and gardens.
Long Melford, Sudbury, Suffolk, CO10 9AA   www.nationaltrust.org.uk/melford-hall
Tel: 01787 379228   Email: melfordhall@nationaltrust.org.uk   Group rates available.

 

Orford Castle
Well-preserved 12th-century keep with stunning views.
Castle Hill, Orford, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 2ND
www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/orford-castle   Tel: 01394 450472
Email: customers@english-heritage.org.uk   Group discounts offered.

Otley Hall

A stunning 15th-century moated hall with gardens.
Hall Ln, Otley, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 9PA   www.
otleyhall.co.uk   Tel: 01473 890264.
Email: enquiries@otleyhall.co.uk   Discounts for groups of 10+.

RSPB Minsmere
A renowned nature reserve with diverse habitats and wildlife.
Westleton, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 3BY   www.
rspb.org.uk/minsmere  Tel: 01728 648281.
Email: minsmere@rspb.org.uk   Group rates available.

Saxon & Viking Festival

Annual historical reenactment festival in October.
West Stow, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP28 6HG   www.
weststow.org   Tel: 01284 728718.
Email:
weststow@westsuffolk.gov.uk   Group discounts offered for 10 or more visitors.

Snape Maltings
Arts complex with shops, galleries, and concert hall.
Snape, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 1SR   www.snapemaltings.co.uk   Tel: 01728 688303
Email: info@snapemaltings.co.uk   Discounts for groups of 10+.

Southwold Pier

A traditional pier with amusements, shops, and dining.
North Parade, Southwold, Suffolk, IP18 6BN   www.
southwoldpier.co.uk   Tel: 01502 722105.
Email: info@southwoldpier.co.uk   Group rates available.

St. Edmundsbury Cathedral

Historic cathedral with a Millennium Tower and guided tours.
Abbey House, Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 1LS   www.stedscathedral.org
Tel: 01284 748720   Email: enquiries@stedscathedral.org   Group discounts offered.

Suffolk Owl Sanctuary

Conservation center with owls, falconry displays, and trails.
Stonham Barns, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, Suffolk, IP14 6AT   www.
suffolkowlsanctuary.co.uk. Tel: 03456 807897   Email: info@suffolkowlsanctuary.co.uk   Discounts for groups of 10 or more.

Sutton Hoo

Anglo-Saxon burial site with a museum and visitor center.
Tranmer House, Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 3DJ   www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sutton-hoo. Tel: 01394 389700   Email: suttonhoo@nationaltrust.org.uk   Group rates available.

The Red House

Benjamin Britten's former home, now a museum and archive.

Golf Ln, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, IP15 5PZ   www.brittenpears.org/visit/red-house   Tel: 01728 451700. Email: info@brittenpears.org   Group discounts offered for 10+ visitors.

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