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Discover Suffolk with Our Free Bucket List Service!

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No hassle, no stress – just tailor-made ideas to help you make the most of your Woodfarm break. And the best bit? It’s completely FREE!

We’ve always loved sharing top tips to make your stay memorable, but now we’ve gathered loads of our favourite ideas all in one place. The Bucket List is your go-to guide for brilliant day-out itineraries, crafted by us because we know Suffolk like the back of our hands. Think cosy Pubs, amazing Dog Walks, spots to grab fabulous Food and Drink, charming Tea Rooms and Coffee Shops, Historic Houses to explore, Dog-Friendly Beaches to roam, and plenty more.

Why a 3-Night Weekend Makes More Sense Than 2

We hear it all the time – guests saying they wish they’d booked an extra night. A 3-night weekend not only gives you more time to relax but also works out better value, with a lower cost per night. Plus, it means you can enjoy your Sunday without rushing home. Put your feet up in your Barn or Barge, let the world wait, and savour that extra slice of Suffolk.

Our 4-Night Midweek Break? Even Better Value!

With a fresh Bucket List every month, you can mix and match your adventures. If you’re here for a 4-night midweek break, you’ve got time to chill out in your Barn or Barge for a day, or dip into ideas from other lists. It’s all about making your break exactly how you want it.

Please note that this will grow every month…

Bucket List #1

DAY ONE: Snape Maltings, Aldeburgh and Thorpeness

DAY TWO: Suffolk Food Hall, Pin Mill

DAY THREE: Lavenham & Long Melford

Bucket List #2

DAY ONE: Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, and The Unruly Pig

DAY TWO: Dedham Vale and Flatford Mill

DAY THREE: Eye, Thornham Walks, and Helmingham Hall Gardens

Bucket List #3

DAY ONE: Framlingham, Helmingham, and Easton

DAY TWO: Felixstowe and Trimley Marshes Nature Reserve

DAY THREE: Orford and Rendlesham Forest

Bucket List #4

Day One: Southwold, Walberswick & Dunwich Heath

Day Two: Bury St Edmunds & Ickworth House

Day Three: Ipswich – Arts, Boats & Riverside Wanders

Bucket List #5

Day 1: Kersey, Hollow Trees Farm & Corn Craft Gift Shop

Day 2: Beccles, Bungay & Halesworth

Day 3: Nacton Foreshore Walk, The Ship Inn & Jimmy’s Farm

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Reasons to Stay at Woodfarm, Suffolk

We happen to think what we have on offer is pretty bloomin' good. However, we thought you might like a bunch of reasons to stay, other than we think you should!

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Paw Dogs stay FREE

Genuine, welcoming Dog-Friendly ethos, making you all feel at home, and they won’t cost you a penny.

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Paw Free Doggy treats

Dog bowls, treats, showers, towels and more. Your furry family are safe, secure & happy in our fully enclosed gardens.

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Paw Over 1,000 5 star reviews

Peace of mind from our 1,200 + Five Star Tripadvisor, Facebook & Google Reviews. Over 30% of our guests come back!

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Paw Brilliant beaches

We know that guests want the best location and surroundings. Suffolk has an incredible Heritage Coast, all in easy reach of us.

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Paw Dog exercise meadow

Pawesome, fully-enclosed two acre Pooch Paddock at the Barns for your Dogs to go bonkers and make new friends in. Happy hounds!

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Paw Multi-awards

Rest assured choosing Woodfarm: Visit England Gold Awards for all our properties, as well as their ROSE Award for Service Excellence.

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Paw Private Hot Tubs

Private Hot tubs with seven of our eight Barns and Cottages. The ultimate in relaxation and reconnection: just because you're worth it.

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Paw Stunning Countryside

Unwind and connect with nature in our Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Yes, plural. Suffolk Coast & Heaths, and Dedham Vale.

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Paw River Walks

Stunning river walks directly from your gangplank on either Barge! Wildlife and breathtaking scenery in abundance.

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