Browsing local attractions within 8 miles of Suffolk Owl Sanctuary

High Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 3QH, Tel: 01473 433551, Email, www.cimuseums.org.uk

Displays of Roman Suffolk, Suffolk wildlife, Suffolk and world geology, the Ogilvie bird gallery, 'People of the World' and 'Anglo-Saxons come to Ipswich and the story.

Kenninghall Road, Banham, Norfolk, NR16 2HE, Tel: 01953 887771, Email, www.banhamzoo.co.uk

Wildlife spectacular which will take you on a journey to experience tigers, leopards and zebra plus some of the world's most exotic, rare and endangered animals.

Thompson and Morgan, Poplar Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP8 3BU, Tel: 01473 695227, Email, www.thompson-morgan.com

Thompson and Morgan. Trial grounds open weekend.

48 High Street, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, IP15 5AB, Tel: 01728 453637, www.thesuffolkcoast.co.uk

Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1AY

Gillingham Dam, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 0EB, Tel: 01502 712166

Enjoy the rivers and broads from a quiet, electrically powered day boat.

Grove Farm, Clopton, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 6QS, Tel: 01473 737236, Email, www.493bgdebach.co.uk

World War II Museums.

The Hall Close, Icklingham, Suffolk, IP28 6PU, Tel: 020 7213 0660, Email, www.visitchurches.org.uk

Dating largely from the 14th century, the quality of workmanship reflects the prosperity in the region at the time. The atmospheric interior has a fine arcade and cornices, elegant window tracery and excellent medieval stained glass.

Somerleyton, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 5, www.achurchnearyou.com/somerleyton-st-mary

Mostly rebuilt in 19th C. Fine rood screen with painted figures.

off Eagle Way, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, IP4 4NT, Tel: 01473 274300, Email, www.mhas.org.uk

An airfield control tower built in World War II. Discover the fascinating and unusual story of RAF Martlesham Heath, learn of it's triumphs, disasters and aviation achievements, including aircraft testing and development from 1915 to 1970.

Westleton, Saxmundham, Suffolk, IP17 3BY, Tel: 01728 648281, Email, www.rspb.org.uk/minsmere

Discover the incredible variety of wildlife present on the beautiful Suffolk coast as you explore a network of paths through woods, wetlands and heaths. There’s something for everyone, whenever you visit.

The Marina, Lowestoft, Suffolk, NR32 1HH, Tel: 01502 533200

Lowestoft Marina theatre is at the cultural heart of the community, hosting a wide range of performers including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

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.

Framlingham, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 9BH, Tel: 01473 890089, Email, www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org

With its surrounding wet meadows and ancient castle backdrop, the Mere is considered by many to be the best view in inland Suffolk.

91 Undercliff Road West, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 2AF, Tel: 01394 276770, Email, www.visitfelixstowe.co.uk

Welcome to Felixstowe Tourist Information Centre. The friendly knowledgeable staff will be delighted to advise you on places to visit in the local area.

The Old Bakery, The Street, Woolpit, Suffolk, IP30 9QG, Tel: 01359 240255

An emporium of greetings cards and gifts including jewellery, accessories, ceramics, bronzes, toys and games. Light refreshments available until 5.pm.

Nr Newmarket, Suffolk, CB7 5PT

Market Place, Hadleigh, Suffolk, IP7 5DN, Tel: 01473 822544, Email, www.hadleightownhall.co.uk

Grade I listed building which has a number of magnificent rooms and hall available to hire including The Grand Hall, The Dining Room, The Old Town Hall, The Guildroom, The Council Chamber and a secluded garden area.