Antiques and homeware shops in Suffolk
There’s nothing like discovering a one-off piece of furniture or decorative piece for your home or garden! Luckily, there are plenty of Aladdin’s caves within easy reach of Woodfarm Barns and Barges.
We like to be unique in everything that we do, from our unbeatable luxury dog-friendly holiday cottages with relaxing hot tubs, to our historic Dutch barges on the Suffolk riverways. We even love distinctive furniture and homeware – as you might have seen if you’ve ever stayed in Woodfarm House!
If you have a similar taste for unique finds, you’ll be right at home in the beautiful county of Suffolk. What we lack in Ikea stores, we make up for in independent antique parlours and quirky homeware shops. You can find one in almost any town – especially near our barns and barges.
Here are just a few of our favourite antiques and homeware shops located nearby:
Clara Bowe, Henley
This adorable shop in Henley, just outside Ipswich, sells everything from fine china to vintage and nearly-new clothing. Their one-off furniture pieces span the 20th century, and some have even undergone restoration for a kitsch, upcycled look. The staff at Clara Bowe are highly meticulous when it comes to selecting their wares, making sure that customers are receiving items which are pre-loved, but never low quality.
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Distance from Woodfarm Barns: 8.2 miles
Swan House & Garden, Debenham
Visit this well-appointed Debenham-based shop for a highly curated selection of goods sourced from across the world. Here, you’re just as likely to stumble across a Persian rug (hopefully not literally) as you are a white leather sofa from the 1970s. Plus, for particularly discerning clientele, an interior design service is available.
Distance from Woodfarm Barns: 4.7 miles
House & Garden, Snape Maltings
You’re in for a treat if you’re staying on board our Onderneming barge, as it’s moored right next to Snape Maltings. Here, a plethora of stunning furniture and home decor options await you at House & Garden, which is housed inside a renovated maltings building. The capacious shop features British-made goods, from upholstery to lighting, as well as a large selection of plants.
Distance from Woodfarm Barns: 20.7 miles
BONUS distance from Onderneming: 0 miles
Yoxford Antiques Centre and Gardens, Yoxford
This is more than just an antiques shop. Yoxford Antiques stocks treasures from over 70 dealers! If you want to step back in time for a couple of hours, this is definitely the place to go. You’ll be astounded by the range of furniture and decor available – think fireplaces carefully removed from historic properties, and ornate silver dining sets in need of a second chance.
Distance from Woodfarm Barns: 18.2 miles
the-barn.co, Saxmundham
the-barn.co takes upcycling to a new level! As soon as you walk through the doors of this Saxmundham barn, you’ll find treasures that look like nothing you’ve ever seen before. This shop is known for its eclectic finds, and it even produces upcycled items – one memorable sight was a completely one-off jerrycan dining chair set. Stop by for gifts for friends and family, or pieces for your own home. We guarantee you’ll find something you love.
Distance from Woodfarm Barns: 18.4 miles
We hope you visit one of these recommended stores when you’re next in Suffolk – and don’t forget to browse our luxury, dog-friendly barns and barges for a comfortable stay during your trip.
