Suffolk Villages & Towns

Woodbridge in Suffolk has been named the happiest place to live in Great Britain, taking the top spot in the Happy at Home Index for the first time. Now in its 13th year, the survey …

This blog post introduces you to a video that I shot to tell you about Orford quay, castle and the Pump Street Bakery. It’s also part of our You Ask, We Answer series, where we …

This blog post introduces you to a video that I shot to introduce you to “Bridge Farm Barns in Monks Eleigh”. It’s also part of our You Ask, We Answer series, where we answer tons …

This blog post introduces you to a video that I shot to answer the question of “Framlingham: What’s it like?”. It’s also part of our You Ask, We Answer series, where we answer tons of …

This blog post introduces you to a video that I shot to answer the question of “Kersey: What’s it like?”. It’s also part of our You Ask, We Answer series, where we answer tons of …

This blog post introduces you to a video that I shot to tell you about “Long Melford: History & Antiques galore ”. It’s also part of our You Ask, We Answer series, where we answer …

This blog post introduces you to a video that I shot to show you Needham Lake: A great Dog walk near Woodfarm . It’s also part of our You Ask, We Answer series, where we …

This blog post introduces you to a video that I shot to answer the common question of “Lavenham… What’s it like?” It’s also part of our You Ask, We Answer series, where we answer tonnes …

This blog post introduces you to a video that I shot to answer the common question of “Dedham… What’s it like?” It’s also part of our You Ask, We Answer series, where we answer tonnes …

Suffolk beaches are, unsurprisingly, what many people place at the top of their ‘to-do list’ when it comes to planning a holiday with us. Thankfully, dog friendly beaches in Suffolk are in abundance! Along the …

Often called ‘the lost city of England’, the historic village of Dunwich on the coast of Suffolk is worth a visit for its heath, beach and ruins If you’re after a family day out or …

Suffolk boasts many old-worldly seaside towns which still offer remnants of the heyday of British staycations. One example is Felixstowe, a dog-friendly destination with plenty of quirks. From its century-old pier adorned with jangling penny …

For scenic views of the river and countryside and a delicious pub meal, head to the small-but-charming village of Newbourne with your dog and venture on this easy circular walking trail around the nearby parishes. …

If you’re an outsider, you might not have heard of the charming Suffolk village of Newbourne. But there are many reasons to visit, including a beautiful medium-length dog walking trail. Just a half hour’s drive …

Our dog-friendly, Suffolk-based, 19th century Dutch sailing barges may be static on their respective rivers, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t take to the water to see Suffolk!   The River Alde – © …

There’s nothing quite as satisfying as stimulating your tastebuds with some delicious local cuisine while on holiday – and Woodbridge in Suffolk has some great options. Visit this small, quintessentially English town, which is situated …

This Dog-Friendly Holiday review from a unique perspective took us by surprise when it came in the other day. We like to think that our quirky accommodation at Woodfarm Barns & Barges are universally appealing, …

Snape Maltings is a cultural Mecca in Suffolk and we are holding an  ‘Open Barge’ day on Sunday 19th August aboard our recently relocated Dutch Holiday Barge to give you all the opportunity to come …

We are absolutely over the moon to bring you some incredible news about Onderneming. As of 21st July 2018 she will be moored at the iconic Snape Maltings! Location, Location, Location! Pin Mill has been …

So there I was aboard Onderneming last week and ITV turned up! I was happily minding my own business when reporters Kate Prout and Becky Jago turned up and said hi! They were filming a …

The Firestation Woodbridge are a fabulous Suffolk business, roasting coffee and providing visitors with a great coffee shop in which to try their wares. In our latest ‘interview’, General Manager Jacqui Grimsey gives us an …

Bury St Edmunds Christmas Market is just around the corner, literally. Both in miles and also in time as I write! The Bury St Edmunds Christmas Market is a real barometer for me to tell …

Great photography requires real skills, and landscape photographer Gill Moon has them in spades! When I met Gill, it was as the previous owner of one of our beautiful Dutch Barges ‘Twee Gebroeders‘. It was …

Fancy taking a Suffolk River Cruise when you’re staying at our Barges or Barns? Then the Jahan from Deben Cruises is a perfect way to spend a couple of hours This River Cruise operates from …

Bird Watching is wonderful form of wildlife observation and we are so fortunate to be able to offer guests a choice of two barges to stay aboard, with a twitchers heaven right from the deck! …

The Woodbridge Cinema, ‘The Riverside’ is a unique combination of movies and food, just a five-minute walk from Twee Gebroeders, our romantic Holiday Barge by the Tidemill in Woodbridge, and only a 25-minute drive from …

The River Orwell is home to a number of sailing clubs, some stunning scenery and one of our Dutch Sailing Barges, Onderneming (Enterprise in English) The Butt & Oyster is one of the best known …

Nestled between the rivers Stour and Orwell in Suffolk, the Shotley Peninsula is a beautiful out-spur of villages and farmland that has been designated a Special Protection Area.  Shotley Peninsula is named after the village …

With its rich farming lands and its proximity to the continent, our area has needed the Castles of Suffolk to watch over and protect us for many centuries. Therefore the Castles of Suffolk afford us …

Here’s your chance to WIN a FREE Break aboard a beautiful Holiday Cottage Barge as we launch our new brand! Yes, a completely FREE BREAK aboard Twee Gebroeders, a Holiday Cottage Barge, moored in Woodbridge, …

The Table Woodbridge is a tremendously popular brasserie restaurant located in one of the most beautiful and historic market towns in our area.  Whilst enjoying the river Deben on Twee Gebroeders, one of our Dutch …

Come and explore the stunning Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty on your Woodfarm Barge break. There are beautiful places to visit all around the world. However, we don’t have to fly …

Dog Friendly Suffolk has so much to offer and either of our Holiday Cottage Barges are the perfect base to explore Ok, we admit it, we’re a little biased. But we really love Dog Friendly …

Dedham Vale on the Essex-Suffolk border has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and it’s easy to see why.  We think Dedham Vale is an ideal piece of East Anglia to explore …

The River Deben offers some of the most beautiful scenery in England, let alone Suffolk. And what better way to enjoy it than with a walk along its banks? We are so lucky to have …

The Crown Woodbridge is an excellent place to stop in and ‘refuel’ after a long day’s sightseeing around Suffolk.   When you’re enjoying the river Deben aboard our historic Dutch Sailing Barge ‘Twee Gebroeders, you’re …

Small for a Castle but nevertheless well maintained and mighty, Orford Castle is well worth a visit when you’re in Suffolk staying on a Woodfarm Barge. What Orford Castle lacks in size it makes up …

The historic Tidemill Woodbridge makes for a great location for a break on a Woodfarm Barge  There are few things in this world that are better than spending some quality time on the wonderful waterways …

Summer will soon be upon us once again and Aldeburgh has plenty to offer the discerning traveller in 2017. Aldeburgh is well worth a visit at any time of the year. It boasts some excellent …

Woodbridge is a stunning little market town with plenty to offer visitors of all kinds. Located just a short drive from us here at Woodfarm Barns, the small town of Woodbridge is a very popular …

One of the most popular leisure destinations in Suffolk is the stunning seaside town of Southwold.

Snape may be a tiny village (with only around 600 inhabitants) but it punches well above its weight when it comes to tourist destinations. The main reason Snape is so regularly visited by our guests …

Lavenham in Suffolk has some of the highest property prices in East Anglia. With good reason – the village is simply stunning. Lavenham is situated right in the heart of Suffolk, a medieval village that …

Yes, the Suffolk Walking Festival kinda does what it says on  the tin! If walking is your thing and you like Suffolk (why wouldn’t you?) then the Suffolk Walking Festival is not to be missed! …

I’ve written about Aldeburgh before but not sure if I’ve ever put pen to paper (finger to keyboard) for you about Snape Maltings, so after a lovely day out this week with my daughter, I …

There are 46 designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the UK and we are lucky enough to have two of them right on our doorstep! These Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty offer a wealth …

History, art, culture and nature. Long Melford has it all and more… Long Melford is a fantastic large village, a short drive from us here at Woodfarm Barns. It is undisputedly one of the most …

Bury St Edmunds is a resplendent town. Full of rich, deep history sitting alongside all the buzz of a vibrant modern town. Bury St Edmunds certainly lives up to its namesake. Just as Edmund was …

Another beautiful Suffolk destination within easy distance of Woodfarm Barns is the lovely little village of Needham Market. One of the things that makes Suffolk such a popular tourist destination for those seeking a quintessential …

The Suffolk village of Clare possesses a timeless quality, existing as a beautiful modern settlement yet still possessing many echoes of bygone eras. Along with all the pubs, shops and cafes one would expect from …

Debenham is a hidden haven of peace and tranquility right in the very heart of Suffolk. When researching for this blog, the word I came across again and again when people were describing Debenham was …

Aldeburgh – a seaside town that embodies the quintessential English coastal holiday. With fish and chips so good they’re endorsed by Ed Sheeran! As part of our series of blogs about some of the wonderful …

We continue our look at some of the best villages and towns in Suffolk by casting our eye over to Woodbridge. Woodbridge is a truly beautiful jewel in the crown of rural Suffolk. This superb …

Orford’s nature, history and food makes it a must-visit coastal Suffolk town. Orford has so much to explore in such a small place. Have you ever noticed that the kinds of people who really enjoy …

Luxury Holidays in the beautiful rural Suffolk Countryside in our self-catering cottages. We have now developed a specific website, called Where Do We?… for this as there’s lots to do when you holiday around the …