Out & about in Suffolk

This is a bunch of our favourite things to do, or places to visit when on holiday in Suffolk.

We are often asked to recommend pubs, walks, beaches, places for afternoon tea etc, so we’ve pulled a whole load of our favourites together into one place. Effectively this page will give you enough to keep you occupied for your whole stay, whether it’s on one of our Barges, or in our Barns or Cottages.

We have a little 30-minute ‘Woodfarm triangle’ of amazing places to visit between the Barns and both Barges, and they are all doable wherever you are.

Eating and drinking | Shopping | Places to Visit | Activities

Eating and drinking

There are so many amazing places to eat and drink when you visit Suffolk. Here’s a whole bunch of our faves, from afternoon tea and fish ‘n’ chips, to pubs, veggie & vegan, cafes and beyond. Just click on a link to read lots more.

• Pubs near our Barns & Barges
• Coffee shops
• Takeaways near our Barns
• Takeaway near our Barges
• Cafe’s
• Fish and Chips
• Vegan and Veggie
• Speciality restaurants
• Sunday roasts
• Wine Bars
• Tearooms
• Taxi Firms near the Barns

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Shopping

We’re really lucky to have a wealth of independent retailers in Suffolk, and this section highlights lots of them. From foodie emporiums and talented artists to superb local produce and wonderful gifts, we’ve got you covered. Dive in and we’ll take you everywhere from Bury St Edmunds to the fabulous Suffolk Coast.

• Delicatessens
• Farm Shops
• Gifts & Homewares
• Clothes shopping
• The best Hampers in Suffolk
• Artwork from Suffolk artists

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Places to visit

Culture innit? There are some wonderful destinations all within easy reach of our Barns and Barges. From Framlingham Castle and the East Anglia Transport Museum to the Suffolk Punch trust where you can admire the Suffolk Punch horses, as well as many more. With dog friendly Suffolk in mind, we’ll introduce you to the many wonderful Suffolk beaches. And of course we will bang on about the fact that we have not one, but two designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are 47 of them in the UK and we’ve nabbed two! Greedy, I know. Suffolk Coast and Heaths and Dedham Vale are both well worth a visit.

• Castles
• Dog-friendly beaches
• Breweries
• Historic Houses
• Green spaces
• Historical sites
• Areas of outstanding natural beauty

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Activities

To some, the very word ‘activities’ will burn calories, but whatever takes your fancy, from a short stroll round a lake to 19 holes hitting a small defenceless golf ball, there’s something for everyone here. You can immerse yourself in Viking history at Sutton Hoo, placed firmly on the map by the 2021 Carey Mulligan and Ralph Fiennes film ‘The Dig’, or take a gentle (and less violent!) stroll around the Abbey Gardens in Bury St Edmunds, or soak up the rich art history that Suffolk has to offer.

• Walks near our barns
• Walks near our barges
• Cycle routes
• Golf courses
• The landscapes of Constable & Gainsborough
• Seal watching in Suffolk
• Boating in Suffolk
• Areas of outstanding natural beauty
• Fishing near our Barns

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Paws & Relax (see what we did there?)

We have our very own little publication, all about holidays in Suffolk with your dogs!

Discover our Holiday retreats, where luxury meets wagging tails, complemented by creature comforts to ensure your relaxation is as indulgent as their play. ‘Paws & Relax’ goes way beyond Woodfarm, and is your introduction to our beautiful county. We spend so much time every week gathering as much information as we can to inform you of everything that Suffolk has to offer. This website has a plethora of content, all geared towards giving you the most comprehensive guide to Suffolk, hoping that you will make it your holiday destination of choice. Of course, we then keep our fingers crossed that you will make Woodfarm Barns or Barges your base.

Simply click on the magazine cover below to read it online. You can even download it for FREE!

So there you go, from a plethora of popular Suffolk attractions to the best days out in Suffolk, this is a bunch of our favourite things, which we hope will become yours!

We are constantly adding to our list of the best Suffolk tourist attractions, giving you more Suffolk tourist information than you could ever get through in one break, so you will have to come back and stay. We’re not daft!

We’re often asked to recommend pubs, walks, beaches, places for afternoon tea, etc., so we’ve pulled a whole load of our favourites together into one place. Effectively this page will give you enough to keep you occupied for your whole stay, whether it’s on our award-winning Barges, or in our Barns or Cottages. 

We’ve compiled a ton of things for dog owners, whether you’re after great Suffolk days out, looking for dog friendly attractions in Suffolk, or just a dog friendly pub to enjoy some fish and chips with your furry friends. If you’re searching for ‘dog friendly attractions Suffolk’, then your search is over. You and your four-legged friends have landed in the right place! And if you coincide your stay with Suffolk Dog Day, then you’re really going for it paws first!

We have a little 30-minute ‘Woodfarm triangle’ of amazing places to visit between the Barns and both Barges, and they are all doable wherever you are. There are so many things to do and places to explore, not just in the summer months, but all year round. 

Outside our little triangle there are lots of other ideas to check out if you are scouring for ‘days out Suffolk’. We have our very own mini tourist map of Suffolk, showing you exactly where we are located in relation to all the amazing places we talk about.

Out & About in Suffolk summary…

Suffolk is bursting with places to explore. Wander through Lavenham, famous for its crooked medieval houses, or head to Orford with its impressive castle and riverside charm. The coastal towns of Aldeburgh and Southwold are perfect for a day out, offering beaches, independent shops, and delicious seafood. For nature lovers, RSPB Minsmere is a must-visit, home to incredible wildlife. Whether you’re after history, scenery, or just a great pub lunch, Suffolk has it all.

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