Lovely fishing town, with something for everyone to enjoy, be it shopping, walking along the historical sea front to Martello tower (owed by the Landmark Trust) Visiting the lifeboat. Painting a pebble using your own artistic flair, or popping into the various art galleries. Indulge in the a variety of award winning restaurants, cafes and one of the best local fish and chips in the UK. Or simply sitting by the boating lake and enjoying an ice-cream

Distance: 6 miles

A quirky mock Tudor village by the sea, with it's very own mere and it is a favourite for holiday makers, and the locals. You can walk it from Aldeburgh and reward your self in the cafes and pub in the village or simply take a picnic for the beach.

Distance: 7 miles

Team up with your family or your friends to tackle the giant puzzle of pathways that is set within 8 acres of maize. It grows as tall as the tallest person you know & probably even taller! A real brain-teaser, the maze will test your powers of deduction and navigation to the limit. ​Test your navigation skills further in the mini Maze - find the finger stamps & fulfil the forfeit that awaits you...!

Distance: 11 miles

An attractive market town, steeped in history, and once the home to Mary Tudor. The wonderful Framlingham castle is run by English Heritage and overlooks the stunning views across the mere, which is very popular with walkers, and there is the Town Trail full of historical sites. There are various shops selling gift, antiques, Cafes and pubs and restaurants.

Distance: 10 miles

A fantastic place to discover nature at it's best by exploration, through bird watching in one of the most important nature conservation areas. Also known for BBC Springwatch.

Distance: 5 miles

Quieter than the neighbouring town of Southwold, this pretty seaside village is the perfect place for a bucket and spade holiday, followed by a hearty pub lunch or cream tea. Great for Crabbing!

Distance: 8 miles

The question about Suffolk, is where will you visit first? From a landscape made famous by John Constable to the royal burial ground at Sutton Hoo. Enjoy a walk along the iconic Suffolk coastline and around picturesque wool towns, such as Lavenham and Long Melford. And don't miss the chance to discover what life was like above and below stairs at Ickworth.

Distance: 10 miles

Orford village is centred on the Suffolk Heritage Coast, 20km east of Ipswich and is easily accessible from the A12. The village boasts a fine 12 century castle and 14th century church. Regardless is a 25ft wooden clinker open launch boat of the traditional style for this area. Regardless carries three tickets MCA Class V Passenger, S.C.D.C. Passenger and Category VI Passenger and does river trips for everyone and for different occasions. Trips for adults with commentary and trips for children with activity.

Distance: 15 miles

Welcome to Suffolk: a place you can unwind in. Situated on the east coast of England, Suffolk is a county filled with natural beauty, bordered by 50 miles of glorious coastline and topped with breathtaking skies. It's the perfect holiday destination, full of charming villages and medieval towns which draw in artists and writers, and its bounty of great produce and restaurants make it a special spot for foodies. Holiday in Suffolk and visit the Home of Horseracing, explore Constable Country, experience maritime life in Ipswich, immerse yourself in history in Bury St Edmunds, or simply spend long, lazy days by the sea.

Distance: 14 miles

Discover the centre of a vast network of power and influence, and one of the best preserved medieval castles in England. With its towers and curtain walls still standing proudly, it's here that you can explore almost 1000 years of history.

Southwold Surf School is a vibrant and friendly surf school for all ages and abilities at the heart of the surfing community on the East Coast. We are based next to the relaxing seaside resort, Southwold Campsite which is just a 5 minute walk from Southwold town centre.

Distance: 14 miles

Come along to Easton Farm Park, near Woodbridge in Suffolk, enjoy seeing all the animals, let the youngsters play enthusiastically in the play areas and explore the 30 acre Green Trail. (bring the wellies and waterproofs if it is wet)
With heated indoor play areas and the Barmy Barn cafe you can, when necessary, retreat from the weather, sit back relax and chat with your friends whilst the children fire foam balls in the air cannon arena!

Distance: 14 miles

Sutton Hoo, near Woodbridge, Suffolk, is the site of two 6th- and early 7th-century cemeteries. One cemetery contained an undisturbed ship-burial, including a wealth of Anglo-Saxon artefacts of outstanding art-historical and archaeological significance, most of which are now in the British Museum in London

Distance: 18 miles

Iken Canoe is a small and friendly canoe and kayak hire centre based on the stunning upper reaches of the Alde estuary between Snape and Aldeburgh, close to the Suffolk coast.
We hire out canoes, kayaks and stand up paddleboards (SUPs) for people to explore this wonderful stretch of river at their leisure. Discover creeks and flood waters, or gently glide with the tide at low water and get up close to seals basking on the mud banks as well as observing a multitude of different wading birds.

Distance: 8 miles

Shawsgate Vineyard is one of East Anglia’s oldest commercial vineyards producing a range of White, Red and Rosé wines as well as Quality English Sparkling wines. For more information, including full tasting notes, go straight to their online shop.

Distance: 10 miles

Africa Alive!, formerly known as Suffolk Wildlife Park, is a zoo located in Kessingland, Suffolk, UK. It is situated off the A12 at Kessingland 2 miles south of Lowestoft.

Distance: 10 miles

For a longer day trip or on whilst you are en route to see us why not drop in at Jimmy's Farm
Jimmy’s Farm and Wildlife Park is so much more than you would expect. Fun for all the family with there being something for everyone!
Simply select choose from the options above to find out more about what goes on here including: Farm & Wildlife Park, Education Visits for Schools & Groups, Weddings, Parties, Restaurant, Farm Shop, on-site stores, Corporate Days, and so much more.

What’s more, there are lots of exciting events held every year, check out some of the upcoming events.

Distance: 43 miles

In late December 1980, there was a series of reported sightings of unexplained lights near Rendlesham Forest, Suffolk, England, which have become linked with claims of UFO landings. The events occurred just outside RAF Woodbridge, which was used at the time by the United States Air Force.

Distance: 14 miles

East Coast Adventures is a fully mobile outdoor adventure company operating across East Anglia with a team of fully qualified outdoor instructors. We provide unique and exciting experiences for people of all ages and abilities, from rock climbing to kayaking to wilderness survival training.