Browsing local attractions within 8 miles of Ipswich Guided Walks

Brook Farm, Buxhall, Stowmarket, Mid Suffolk, IP14 3DH, Tel: 01449 736363

Stonham Barns, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal, Suffolk, IP14 6AT, Tel: 01449 711425, Email, www.owl-help.org.uk

An outdoor flying arena featuring frequent demonstrations of birds of prey in flight with many aviaries, red squirrel enclosure, information centre and a shop.

Golf Lane, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, IP15 5PZ, Tel: 01728 452615, Email, www.brittenpears.org

The Red House was the home of the composer Benjamin Britten and his partner Peter Pears.

Hadleigh, Suffolk, IP7 6BH, Tel: 01473 328006, Email, www.rspb.org.uk/wolveswood

Wolves Wood is one of the few remaining areas of the ancient woodland that used to cover East Anglia.

North Parade, Southwold, IP18 6BN, Tel: 01502 722105, Email, www.southwoldpier.co.uk

Comtemporary British Seaside Pier that was re-built in 2001. The Pier boasts the Promenade Cafe, The Boardwalk Restaurant, Family Amusements, The 'Under the Pier Show', ' Seaweed and Salt' and 'The Treasure Chest': gift and souvenir shops.

Leman House, Ballygate, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 7ND, Tel: 01502 715722, Email, www.becclesmuseum.org.uk

The Beccles & District Museum covers the life and functions of a market town, and its surrounding areas.

Thornham Walks, Unit 16, Red House Yards, Thornham Magna, Suffolk, IP23 8HH, Tel: 01379 788345, Email, www.thornham.org.uk

The 12 miles of waymarked footpaths within the Thornham Estate wind through beautiful countryside taking visitors into ancient parkland, woodland, farmland and water meadows.

Coupals Road, Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 7UR, Tel: 01284 757092

East Town Park is a country park to the east of Haverhill on the very edge of town.

Mill Road, Pakenham, Suffolk, IP31 2NB, Tel: 01284 724075, www.pakenhamwatermill.co.uk

Suffolk's last working water mill, producing traditional stone ground flour. Beautiful setting with garden by the millpond, guided tours, tearoom, shop and special events.

Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 8AN, Tel: 07900 553 426, Email, www.henhampark.com

Henham Park is situated in beautiful countryside surroundings in picturesque Suffolk.

The Moot Hall, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, IP15 5DS, Tel: 01728 454666, Email, www.aldeburghmuseum.org.uk

A 16thC listed ancient building with a museum displaying items of local interest including artefacts of local history including Anglo-Saxon Snape cemetery finds.

The Cyder House, Debenham, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 6PD, Tel: 01728 860510, www.aspall.co.uk

Purveyors of multi award winning super premium Suffolk Cyders, speciality vinegars & fine, pure english apple juice since 1728. Aspall only ever use 100% freshly pressed English apples, predominantly from our own organic orchards in Suffolk

1 Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 3FD, Tel: 01284 758000, www.theapex.co.uk

The apex is an award winning music and entertainment venue in the heart of the town of Bury St Edmunds. From Rock to Pop, World to Jazz, Classical to Folk The apex supports a diverse and exciting programme throughout the year.

Ferry Road, Southwold, Suffolk, IP18 6RY, Tel: 01502 724924, Email, freespace.virgin.net/david.cragie

The old Cromer lifeboat station transported by sea to Southwold. Restored and now houses the old Southwold lifeboat. 115 years old, now almost fully restored to its former glory.

East Green, Southwold, Suffolk, IP18 6JW, Tel: 01502 727225, Email, adnams.co.uk/about/brewery-distillery-tours

Adnams Copper House distillery in Southwold uses local ingredients to make award winning hand crafted quality spirits including vodka and gin. From the top of the building you can see some of the best views in Southwold.

Church Lane, Lound, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 5LL, www.achurchnearyou.com/lound-st-john-the-baptist

Norman round tower. Modern wall painting and other enhancements made in 1912-1914.

Mid Suffolk Leisure Centre, Gainsborough Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1LH, Tel: 01449 742817, www.everyoneactive.com

A children's indoor play area facility for the under 10's. Inflatable's, trampolines, grand prix circuit available April to Sept.

Babergh District Council, Corks Lane, Hadleigh, Suffolk, IP7 6SJ, Tel: 01473 826656

Mutford Lock, Bridge Road, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft, NR33 9JU, NR33 9JU, Tel: 01502 574903, www.waveneyrivertours.co.uk

River trips from Oulton Broad to a number of locations along the Southern Broads, including day trips to Beccles and the Berney Arms, and shorter river trips to Burgh St Peter, Oulton Dyke and Seven Mile Carr.

Sparrows Nest Gardens, Whapload Road, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 1XG, Tel: 01502 586250, Email, www.rnps.lowestoft.org.uk/museum.html

The museum collection is based on the the activities of the Royal Naval Patrol Service during World War II. Visitors can experience a trip to the past with the memorabilia, photographs, check records and research family members service.

69 High Street, Southwold, Suffolk, IP18 6DS, Tel: 01502 724729, Email, www.visit-sunrisecoast.co.uk

The friendly and helpful staff at Southwold Tourist Information can assist you with details of local attractions, accommodation bookings, local transport enquiries and National Express travel bookings. A must for all those planning a visit.

Chippenham Road, Kennett, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 7QJ, Tel: 01638 751918, Email, www.wildtracksltd.co.uk

Offroad activity park. Military vehicles, 4x4 Range Rovers, quads, karts, clay shooting and motocross bikes. Battlefield live.

Trimley St. Martin, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 0UD, Tel: 01473 890089, Email, www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Trimley Marshes is an exciting wetland reserve created entirely from arable land alongside the River Orwell. There are wonderful views of the Orwell Estuary.

13 Red House Yard, Thornham Magna, Suffolk, IP23 8HH, Tel: 01508 480477, Email, www.beyondtheimage.co.uk

Beyond the Image Photographer's Gallery. Exhibitions, courses and photo shoots by the nine gallery members. Guest artists and photographers welcome.

81 High Street, Southwold, Suffolk, IP18 6DS, Tel: 01502 725418, www.buckenham-galleries.co.uk

In Southwold, Suffolk is East Anglia's premier venue to see the best in Contemporary Art, from local, national and international Artists and Craftspeople.

Weeting, Brandon, Norfolk, IP27, Tel: 0870 333 1181, www.english-heritage.org.uk

The ruins of an early medieval manor-house within a shallow rectangular moat.