Things To Do

This is part of our You Ask, We Answer series, where we dive into the questions you’re most curious about when planning a stay with Woodfarm Barns & Barges. If you’ve ever wondered whether you …

Imagine a hassle-free, stress-free, tailor-made concierge service, that lets you unwind without any fuss. For FREE! Yup, you just imagined The Bucket List. For years we’ve toiled to bring you a ton of the very …

So many Woodfarm guests live in towns and cities, so the romantic notion of a farmstay is more about enjoying the open countryside, fresh air, and peace and quiet, rather than getting down and dirty, …

From festive light trails to haunted pubs, we’ve got a load of ideas for you in a series of blog posts near this one, written specifically for enjoying Suffolk this winter.   What We’ll Cover: …

Situated just 25 minutes from both Twee Gebroeders and Woodfarm HQ, The Suffolk Food Hall is more than just a place to shop and dine – it’s a destination that combines beautiful views of the Orwell …

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 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 “Dedham… 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 “Where can we get great food & drink?”. It’s part of our series of ‘You Ask, We Answer’ …

Suffolk Food Hall. This blog post introduces you to a video that I shot to answer the common question of “Where can we shop for great food & drink?”. It’s part of our series of …

Exciting News: We have just published our new Magazine “Paws and Relax”. Paws, geddit? “Paws and Relax” is our latest magazine, now available in all our Barns and Barges. It’s packed with information about enjoying …

This blog post introduces you to a video that I shot to answer the common question of “What is there to do in the area??”. It’s part of our series of ‘You Ask, We Answer’ …

Fishing enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities to indulge in their favourite pastime near our holiday cottages in Suffolk. Whether you are a seasoned angler or just starting out, the beautiful Suffolk countryside offers a …

Photo courtesy of CSG SUP Gear Ltd Paddle boarding is a great spring or summer activity in Suffolk – or during the colder seasons too, if you’re experienced!  If you’re thinking about booking a break …

Just a 10-minute drive from Woodfarm Barns, Helmingham Hall is a grand private residence opening its garden for a magical light display! Wondering what to do this Christmas? Although events may be a little more …

The red deer rut is a one-of-a-kind spectacle of nature and marks the height of autumn in the county of Suffolk! For everything you need to know about how to see the red deer rut …

Coming to Suffolk for the famous Aldenurgh Food & Drink Festival? We don’t blame you! This event is one of the most popular foodie events in East Anglia – but there are a few changes …

The Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival is a much-loved event in the Suffolk event calendar – however, this year’s event will be a little bit different. Read on for the lowdown on what’s happening during …

Many holiday locations have their ‘ideal season’: Some say that it wouldn’t be summer without a trip to Cornwall or the Isle of Wight, while swathes of people head to The Cotswolds for vibrant autumn …

Spring is on the way! That means warmer weather (hopefully!), yummy seasonal food in the local pubs and restaurants and a sudden abundance of daffodils. For us, in the heart of the Suffolk countryside, it …

Love classical music? Or just want to try something different? Not only is the Suffolk music scene bursting with life in the genres of pop, rock, jazz and more, but it’s also a hub for …

Whether you live in Suffolk and are looking for a special day out, or you’re planning a staycation in one of the UK’s most beautiful counties, there is plenty to do in Suffolk. Lying in …

Thanks to Suffolk’s varied landscape, a huge range of wild animals call the county home, including rare birds, mysterious marine animals and even snakes! However, you don’t have to go aimlessly traipsing around in the …

If you’re heading to Suffolk for a foodie holiday, we’ll let you in on a secret: we have some of the best farm shops around. Suffolk and the surrounding counties of Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex …

If you’ve heard about Suffolk’s rich and varied food and drink offerings, you’ve probably heard of Adnams Southwold (very often shortened to ‘Adnams’), one of the county’s much-loved, historic breweries. © Copyright Julian Osley and …

If your golf game is feeling up to par (sorry, I had to) then Suffolk is the perfect place to bring your clubs for a golfing holiday. Take a few hours by yourself, with your …

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 …

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 …

Did you know that you can hire a canoe in Suffolk to explore the breathtaking River Alde? It’s a unique way to see Suffolk’s rural and riverside beauty – and you can access canoe hire …

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 – © …

The Grundisburgh Dog just happens to be a Dog-Friendly Pub & Restaurant, smack bang in the middle of the ‘Woodfarm Barge & Barn Triangle’. What’s not to love? Yep, draw a line from Woodfarm Barns …

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 …

Spring is an exciting time in Suffolk. A simple drive through the countryside will reveal a landscape bursting with nature and wildlife. From blossoming flora to newborn animals, there’s an air of vitality in every …

Holiday Postcards are as quintessentially English as it gets, and we’ve been giving them away to Woodfarm guests for years. But now we’ve got some new ones and we’ve decided to go the extra mile …

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, …

Happy dogs is what we like. That’s why we try to ensure they have the best holidays, as well as the humans they drag along with them. We’re not rocket scientists; we just know that …

Woof! Are you in need of a dog-friendly Suffolk holiday? Bring your human to Woodfarm Barges, where you and your furry friends make up a massive proportion of our guests. Our Suffolk holiday barges offer …

Suffolk Pubs that are dog friendly If you’re looking for a holiday in Suffolk to visit with your four-legged friend, you’ll be pleased to know that we have so many superb, dog-friendly pubs and restaurants …

The Deben Leisure Centre is a superb gymming and swimming facility in Woodbridge and available for our guests to use whilst they are staying aboard our barges (or barns) The Deben Leisure Centre is a …

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 …

Dog Friendly Magazine is arguably one of the industry leaders, and a respected journal amongst dog lovers. So we were delighted to have such an amazing 6-page feature in June 2018! We met one of …

Suffolk Farmhouse Cheeses are based just around the corner from Woodfarm Central and our guests  have been enjoying their wares since we opened. But now it’s even more exciting! Jason and Katharine Salisbury are based …

The-Barn.co at Friday Street is an amazing barn full of unique furniture, gifts and art, along the Suffolk Coast. And you can grab a 10% Discount as a Woodfarm Guest too! Friday Street farm shop …

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 …

Bury St Edmunds Theatre Royal is the subject of the first in a series of ‘Spotlight Interviews’ with people running or managing businesses around Suffolk. Having spent years developing the Woodfarm brand, it has enabled …

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 …

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 …

The mighty peaks of the mountains of Suffolk loom like gods over the country. The ever white snow covered tops of the Suffolk ski centre calling skiers from all around the world to compete on …

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 …

Jimmy’s Farm became a household name when the BBC made a documentary about Jimmy Doherty’s farm near Ipswich in Suffolk.  It’s easy to see why Jimmy’s Farm has proven to be such a popular destination …

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 Suffolk Food Hall has developed a well earn’t reputation as the ‘Champion of champions’ for local  Suffolk food. We think this makes Suffolk Food Hall an ideal spot to visit when exploring our county …

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 Butt and Oyster is one of Suffolk’s favourite and most well known pubs.  Named after the part the pub played in the old oyster trade in Suffolk, The Butt and Oyster is part of …

The Anchor Woodbridge is just minutes from Twee Gebroeders; it’s the ideal place for quick pint or home-cooked meal.  If you’re staying on the beautiful river Deben here in Suffolk then there’s a very strong …

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 …

With so much incredible architecture, as well as the most stunning natural habitat, how about combining your holiday with a course in Photography in Suffolk with our latest ‘local business partner’? As a great activity to …

We’ve worked for many years to make Woodfarm the very best of Dog Friendly Suffolk and now the two-acre wild meadow opposite Woodfarm is a secure place for your dogs to run wild and get …

Self catering holidays are a really fantastic way to flex those often dormant cooking skills. Enjoy cooking but can’t find the time? Self catering holidays are a great way to rediscover the joy of cooking. …

We believe there’s a strong case to be made that Suffolk cottage holidays make the best holidays. These days our choice of holiday types and destinations have never been larger. However, Suffolk cottage holidays have …

The Suffolk coastal region offers some of the very best birdwatching around. We are blessed here in Suffolk with 31 RSPB reserves, many of which are in the Suffolk coastal region, just a short drive …

We suggest that your dogs come and put their paws up in our dog-friendly cottages. Our hard-working K9 friends deserve a break the same as the rest of us. We think that a self catering …

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 …

We are so fortunate to have a veritable smorgasbord of Suffolk Food and Drink producers and suppliers right on our doorstep and we’ve pulled many of them all together on a handy map for you, …

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 …

It may be the ‘calm before the storm’ if you have grandchildren, or you may simply have some time off before the Summer to avoid crazy season, but whichever it is we’ve decided to treat …

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 …

The Fire Station Coffee Roasters in Woodbridge is one of my favourite places to relax and unwind in Suffolk. I may be slightly biased as Woodbridge is my second home but the Fire Station Coffee …

If you enjoy sampling local food and drink on your holiday then check out some of the great Suffolk Produce that we source for you at our holiday cottages. Ever since the inception of Woodfarm …

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 …

This may sound a little odd but have you ever dreamed of having a hit single? If you’re anything like me you hear some of the songs in the charts that sound so simple, and …

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 …

Our Lodges in Suffolk (we call them Barns & Cottages) are very much aimed at people searching for a dog-friendly couples break, but also a hot tub break! Seven of our eight Lodges, Cabins, Barns, …

Suffolk is an ideal place to come for a Romantic Break. Here’s some things to do here in Suffolk that can help spark that magical kismet between two people. -Have a romantic meal out. Here …

You may not have heard of Hygge so just in case you haven’t we’ll explain what it is and how to say it. Its a very simple concept of adopting a less stressful lifestyle. It …

Southwold Pier is less than a hour’s drive from our holiday cottages. In our opinion it’s well worth the journey! Southwold pier was originally built in 1900 as a landing stage for the steamships that …

Do you feel the need to unplug from the stresses of modern life? Then a Suffolk Cottage Holiday is the answer. As the Visit Suffolk website states: Suffolk is the perfect place to get away …

Every year people flock in great numbers to the Suffolk Coast. That’s because a Suffolk Coastal Holiday has so much to offer. Alongside over fifty miles of stunning heritage coastline, the Suffolk Coastal region is …

The cottage is an image of the quintessential English life that is instantly recognisable all around the world. Suffolk Cottages are an essential part of this picture and they bring unique characters all of their …

If like us, you’re ‘All About Dogs’ all year round then you’ll be counting down the days until April the 16th 2017 when the ‘All About Dogs’ show hits Suffolk again.

Love it or loathe it, Christmas happens every year so we like to embrace it here at Woodfarm and invite you to Suffolk to do some Christmas shopping in our beautiful county. There are fabulous …

Like most dogs you’re probably on the lookout for Dog Friendly Cottages that also allow your human companions to stay too. Understandably many places who offer Dog Friendly Cottages are hesitant about allowing humans into …

A little blog post bringing you the Sail Loft Southwold – one of the great places to eat and drink in this beautiful resort near our Suffolk holiday cottages. The current owners took over the …

Dog-friendly Suffolk Coast (near Woodfarm) We are so lucky to be near to Suffolk Coastal. We have some amazing Dog-friendly Suffolk beaches; some remote, some on the edge of towns. A mix of sand and …

A popular destination with our guests is the River Deben at Woodbridge, just 25 minutes from Woodfarm. We’ve covered lots of things to do along the Deben, but this Blog Post is all about my …

So here’s another of our Grand Days Out for you and this one revolves around the very Heart of Suffolk. We’re going to take you for a walk along the beautiful River Gipping, have a …

Since 2009 I have spent my working day developing Woodfarm Barns as a holiday destination and since all the building work was completed I spend all my time promoting tourism in the Heart of Suffolk. …

Summer is a great time to explore everything Suffolk has to offer and it is definitely our busiest time. There’s something for everyone at our holiday cottages and Suffolk in general, whatever the weather but …

We are delighted to announce that our dog friendly cottages have teamed up with St Elizabeth Hospice for what we hope will just be the start of a great relationship. The Summer of 2016 sees …

Woodfarm House is over 500 years old even though our Suffolk holiday cottage business has only been in existence since 2010. To match the farmhouse, the history of Suffolk goes back thousands of years, even as …

One of the many annual highlights in Suffolk is the Aldeburgh Festival. The 2016 festival is running between the 10th and 26th of June. If you are fortunate enough to be staying in our holiday cottages …

Because we know you like to keep your dogs happy, we thought we’d bring you a few of our favourite pubs and places to eat and drink within ten or fifteen minutes of our dog …

This blog post started out life as a means of telling you about a great, refurbed dog-friendly pub just down the road but then it occurred to me that there was also a beautiful riverside …

Another of our suggestions for a great day out for you. This one is full of fresh air, beautiful scenery and fabulous food! As so many of our Suffolk holiday cottage guests love walking, with …

Having not been since I was a kid, I thought it was high time I went back to Sutton Hoo as it’s steeped in history and loads of our guests go there! It’s only the …

Two beautiful medieval villages in the heart of Suffolk, perfect for a day out for our holiday cottage guests. Lavenham and Long Melford are full of history and culture, so if you’re interested in those …

We are well known for our dog-friendly Suffolk Holiday Cottages, providing clean, luxurious self-catering holiday accommodation at the same time as actively welcoming dogs, rather than just tolerating them. That doesn’t mean we have gone to …

With prominent shopping, an award winning market and a picturesque heritage, Bury St Edmunds is the ideal place to spend a fantastic day out. It’s a unique, historic gem, just half an hour from your …

It’s that time of the year again and now, for the 10th time! It’s the fabulous Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival! Just half an hour from our luxury holiday cottages in Suffolk, this is an …

Another grand day out from our Suffolk holiday cottages; Walberswick and Southwold are two charming seaside towns on the Suffolk coast, filled with culture and beautiful scenery. Visiting both of these would make a perfect day …

Just on the Suffolk/Essex border, Dedham Vale has some breathtaking scenery, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, amazing food and bags of history and culture. This area is a big hit with our Suffolk …

I write a lot about things to do, places to go and all things Suffolk but this will be the first in a series of ideas for a great day out from our Suffolk holiday …

Don’t just book a holiday in Suffolk… book a ‘Wellness Holiday’ in the heart of Suffolk! If you’re looking for a relaxing and refreshing break, then our luxury Suffolk holiday cottages are perfect. With many …

Since the start, our guests have enjoyed being pampered by Debbie and the team at the Beauty Barn. We are now working closer than ever with them to bring our guests a real alternative to …

As I’ve said many times, I love spending time around Suffolk; walking, eating, drinking and generally mooching around and putting myself in the shoes of a holidaymaker. Walberswick is one of the favourite destinations that …

As the 2015 election reaches fever pitch we figured it was time to let you all read the Woodfarm Party Manifesto. If you are confused as to who to vote for then have a little …

Meeting holiday guests to my cottages week in, week out, I am always being asked to recommend pubs, restaurants etc around Suffolk. We have our own website specifically for this, as well as lots of …

Summer is undoubtedly our busiest time as we welcome guests to our holiday cottages for a luxury self-catering break in Suffolk. We do try to encourage guests to book their holiday or short-break in advance …

I try to get out as much as I can and visit all the amazing places in Suffolk so that we can spread the word for our holiday cottage guests. It’s a tough job but …

Having installed our first luxury hot tub at one of our gorgeous holiday cottages we thought what better way to launch it than to let one lucky couple come and try it out for FREE! …

For those who love the outdoors when they are on holiday or having a short break, there’s plenty to do around our holiday cottages in Suffolk. We are surrounded by beautiful countryside, perfect for walking …

Ever since I set out to build my holiday cottage business in Suffolk I wanted Hot Tubs. They are widely recognised as the pinnacle of relaxation, luxury and romance. Hot Tubs conjour up images of luxuriating …

Whilst many of you aren’t directly involved with the tourism industry we all enjoy the wealth of what our green and pleasant land has to offer in our leisure time. It just happens to be …

One of the closest activities to our holiday cottages is the Suffolk Owl Sanctuary, based just around the corner in Stonham Aspal, Suffolk. It’s a charitable organisation and has been going for almost 15 years. …

Walking through the doors of Laurel Farm Garden Centre you enter a fabulous cavern of gifts, ornaments, pots & containers, coffee shop and floristry, as well as their huge range of wonderful plants and trees, …

One of the most satisfying parts of what I do is meeting other business owners as my guests, that have developed their own enterprises from nothing too. One of my longest standing and loyal guests …

Last week I was invited as a ‘Key Tourism Partner’ to attend a meeting at Mid Suffolk District Council with the Tourism and Economic Development departments, looking at the demographic of our holiday cottage guests …

Run by Quintessentially British Events, this one is certainly quintessentially Suffolk, which is handy as it’s very handy for our quintessentially Suffolk holiday cottages. We wrote about it last year and quite a few of …

From the Suffolk Punch to Ed Sheeran (sorry, had to get that one in!) Suffolk is known the world over, but with many of our holiday cottage guests raving about our local farm shops, delis …

I am so glad that my Suffolk holiday cottages are right in the rural heart of our gorgeous county. There is so much to offer holiday-makers, whether on a fully blown staycation or just a …

It seems like yesterday that I wrote about the 8th Suffolk Walking Festival last year and now, it’s almost that time again, which can only mean summer is coming to Suffolk soon! A growing number …

My aim is to cover as much as I can on this blog page about places to visit and things to do in Suffolk whether you are on holiday or having a short break in …

As the name suggests, it’s a day for dogs in Suffolk! Owners are allowed too! It’s a charitable event and during the last seven years it has raised over £330,000 for the Suffolk Community Foundation, …

National Trust visits – Anglesey Abbey Visiting National Trust properties is one of my favourite things to do as I explore Suffolk and visit places of interest. I love eating in lovely National Trust restaurants …

Imagine strolling down the lane surrounded by hedges and fields, breathing in the fresh country air, before heading back to your Christmas Suffolk holiday cottage, decorated and wrapping you up in festive spirit. The Christmas …

I try to get out as much as possible to put myself in the shoes of my holiday cottage guests so that I can sample the best that Suffolk tourism has to offer. This week …

Southwold is a must-see destination when you are on holiday here in Suffolk. Southwold is one of those great places that us locals like to keep going back to as well! So many of our …

A fabulous rural market in Framlingham. Fram (as it’s known locally) was granted permission to hold weekly markets in the 13th Century and has been doing so ever since. A very popular destination for many …

Bury St Edmunds is a very picturesque town any time of the year but at Christmas it takes on a whole new, magical look and thanks to the Christmas Fayre starting today (!) it’s definitely …

Dog Friendly Pubs are quite common in Suffolk, many with log-fires, wooden floorboards and great food, not to mention the range of fabulous local beer, cyder and wine from such brewers and vineyards as Adnams, …

Not necessarily stating that as an opinion, but the Middy has just been named at a recent awards ceremony as Suffolk’s best museum! The Award came from the Association for Suffolk Museums competition which is …

Are you hanging up your stocking on the wall? Yeah yeah yeah we know all that but where to buy your stocking and everything else? The beautiful county of Suffolk takes on a completely different …

Having spent many years accommodating visitors to the beautiful county of Suffolk, I have spent a lot of time talking about all the best places to go and eat, drink, shop, walk, visit, have fun, …

Well, where to start? We were the first to host Pop Up Restaurant events in Suffolk and over the weekend of November 7th, 8th & 9th 2014 we held our most successful to date. We …

RSPB Minsmere is a twitchers heaven but also a fabulous experience for us mere mortals too! There’s tons to see (and hear) with stunning coastal scenes accompanied by rare birds breeding and calling in on …

Earsham Street Deli are proud to be supplying our Holiday cottage guests again this Christmas. Taken over by Michelle, the current owner, in 2007, the Earsham Street Deli is synonymous with all things tasty in …

It’s that time of the year again that we at Woodfarm get most excited about! The 9th Aldeburgh Food and Drink Festival is on from September 27th-October 12th, once again celebrating the abundance of great …

One of my favourite places on our beautiful Heritage Coast is Thorpeness, just half an hour or so from Woodfarm Barns It just conjours up images of a great day out at the seaside without …

How cool is this? Many people love dogs but for some reason don’t have one of their own. Now there is an answer! Borrow my Doggy.com is a matching agency for people who want to …

Fuss & Food – that’s what we all like when we want pamper breaks. Whether it’s a Hen or Wedding Party weekend or simply a well-earned pamper break we have it covered with Beauty Treatments, …

We are so pleased to announce that we have hit 2000 ‘Likes’ on Facebook! Our Social Media presence is very important to us and the following we are building on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ etc., is …

There’s loads going on this summer in Suffolk and there’s something for everyone! Woolpit Festival 2014, 5-21 June Mill Lane, Woolpit The 39th annual Woolpit festival features a terrific mix of entertainment this year, including …

It’s just been announced that BBC’s Naturewatch programme is going to be based at nearby Minsmere Nature Reserve for the forthcoming series! This is great news for Suffolk Tourism as a whole and certainly great …

I’ve written lots about individual places to go in Suffolk and we have our new website Where Do We? (not yet finished at the time of writing) – a guide to all things Suffolk – …

The Daffs are well and truly out in force, Hoi & Sin the Woodfarm ducks are back, the sun is shining every day and the lawns are drying out! Yes, it’s that time of the …

A great, traditional Suffolk pub/restaurant! Having been here countless times now, including our first staff Christmas meal, I can thoroughly recommend The Four Horseshoes as a consistently great place to eat. There’s a warm atmosphere …

The weekend of 4th-6th July 2014 sees another great local festival, featuring music, dancing, spoken word, comedy, theatre and lots more in a really beautiful setting just ten minutes from Woodfarm Barns.

A fantastic day out, just half an hour from Woodfarm Barns, Ickworth is a National Trust property, an amazing house set in 1800 acres of woodland. The origins date back to 1253 with a timber …

We are constantly working on adding value to make your stay even better. Launched in March 2013, this new site will grow as I upload more but have a look through this post for a …

One of the favourite features amongst our guests is our lovely fish pond. Many of our fish and pond plants, as well as maintenance products and loads of advice comes from just next door to …

No, you’re not having your photo taken but you do have the opportunity to sample some of the finest cheeses that Suffolk has to offer! We are hosting our next Pop Up Restaurant event between …

Inspired by all the amazing romantic breaks that I see here, from first holidays to proposals, honeymoons to baby’s first holiday I really do see first hand that this is the place for love to …

Aboutfram is an e-newsletter bringing us info on special offers, upcoming sales, new product lines and news of events, all in the area around Framlingham. It’s excellent for us as so many of our guests …

This was the Blog Post for our Pop Up Restaurant in November 2013. There is now a new page all about what we are doing moving forward so check it out here. The 2013 post: …

May 2013 saw a highly successful weekend here, where we hosted Suffolk’s first Pop-Up Restaurant, here in Woodfarm House. Michelin Star Chef Mark Peters served up a range of mouth-watering 6-course meals in the comfortable …

Coming up this Autumn and Winter at the fabulous Suffolk Food Hall Check these dates to see if you are staying here or in the area and can tap into them. 10am ~ 1pm Workshops …

Ok, just about dipping our toes into Essex but it still feels like Suffolk and it’s only 20 minutes down the road from Woodfarm Barns. Flatford Mill is accessible by road and has a car …

We met our skipper Simon at the marina in Levington. He introduced us to the lovely Emma; the 27ft yacht that we would be sailing for the day. As we embarked onto Emma, Simon went through …

A fabulous wild-flower meadow on the edge of the village of Cotton in Suffolk. Given to the village around the turn of the millennium, it was a four acre site that they have worked on …

This page covers a few ideas of places to go for a nice walk, which are all really popular with our guests. We have nature reserves, riverside and coastal walks on here. We have some …

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 …

There are many interesting forests and nature reserves within easy reach of Woodfarm, including Minsmere, Levington, Rendlesham and Dunwich Heath. Fox Fritillary Meadow – On the Suffolk Tourist route – About 10 mins away The …

DJ Wines is a small, intimate winery set in an idyllic rural location overlooking the historic village church at Monk Soham. Here you will find Derek Jones making delicious hand-crafted wines and liqueurs from local …

One of my favourite local places; formerly The Queens Head, it is now very much more a restaurant than a pub. A large timber-framed building set back from the road and close to the church. …

This weekend saw the fourth year for Crow’s Hall Country Fayre raising funds for the combined benefice of seven churches. Having not been before, due to working flat out building this place, we thought we’d …

The Moon and Mushroom is a great little ‘proper’ pub serving good, hearty, wholesome food. They’ve even won awards! The Moon and Mushroom is a 16th Century free house, which means they have a great selection of …

We have been to Chinese Chequers a number of times now and they are extremely consistent. The service is excellent and the staff are impeccably polite. The food is also excellent. It is a town-centre …

A great local pub. The Woodfarm Barns team had a great Saturday night out to celebrate the finishing of the development. It was long overdue but we’d been so busy it just hadn’t happened. We …

Hoppit Wood & Lake and Hoggs Kiss Meadow This is a real hidden gem that I happened to spot when leaving the Angel in the High Street, Debenham (Ok, I was in the pub again!) …

The Victoria in Earl Soham is a great old real ale pub that time seems to have forgotten! It clearly hasn’t been decorated for years, which actually really works! It’s a very quaint ‘real’ pub …

This is one of the last remaining timber-framed Churches in Suffolk and is well worth a look. It’s set back from the road and isn’t actually in Crowfield village as such, but is on the …

A great little deli also serving teas and coffees, Coddenham Food Store was re-opened in 2010 by Julia and Jane. They sell loads of great food and drink and try to stock as much local …

A life on the ocean wave! We have teamed up with Suffolk Coast Sailing for those guests wishing to enjoy a sailing adventure on board a modern Beneteau yacht. The skipper is RYA Yachtmaster Simon …

Coddenham to Hemingstone – just 3 miles from Woodfarm Barns. Having been told by a friend that there were positive sightings of millions of Snowdrops, we went in search of them. This great little walk …

Needham Lake in Needham Market is a great walk, whatever the weather. Needham Lake is man-made, having originally been rough, open meadowland. During the 1970s gravel was extracted during the construction of the nearby A14 …

What an Awesome Event! On the 10th, 11th & 12th May, Michelin Star Chef Mark Peters will be hosting a ‘Pop-up Restaurant’ here in Woodfarm House!

A fabulous local music festival, held in honour of the memory of Lee Dunford, a budding musician from Sudbury who was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma at 17 and after 4.5 years he lost his battle. …

Most of the time I write these Blog Posts myself so it’s lovely when someone writes them for me. This one is a bit different as although it’s been sent in by a guest, it’s …