VENTURE beyond Southwold WHETHER YOU’RE ON HOLIDAY IN SOUTHWOLD OR LIVE LOCALLY, YOU'LL BE


SPOILT FOR CHOICE FOR PLACES TO GO AND THINGS TO DO IN THE AREA. VENTURE BEYOND SOUTHWOLD AND YOU WILL FIND THAT OUR CORNER OF SUFFOLK HAS A LOT TO OFFER, HERE ARE A FEW OF OUR SUGGESTIONS FOR A DAY OUT


ALDEBURGH HALESWORTH Head straight inland and you hit Halesworth in 15


A large high street with good shopping


FRAMLINGHAM Around 20 miles south-west of Southwold you will find


the pretty market town of Framlingham. These days it is perhaps best known as the hometown of Ed Sheeran but take a trip here and you’ll discover a gorgeous town with lots of shops, cafes, pubs and culture. Much like the rest of Suffolk, Framlingham is a place to escape the hustle and bustle of every-day life. The European café culture is perhaps more noticeable here than any of our other towns and villages with lots of chairs and tables around the central market place. Of course, you can’t visit Framlingham without going to the 12th century castle, it is a beautiful and unmissable photo opportunity.


and world-famous fish & chips awaits you in Aldeburgh. A number of seafront hotels and eateries offer a lovely variety of places to


enjoy an evening meal, cocktail or pint of your favourite local ale.


minutes. Having recently featured in Danny Boyle’s hit movie ‘Yesterday’ a wander along the pedestrianised thoroughfare is a treat indeed. Lots of independent boutiques, shops, cafes and of course pubs offer something for everyone. Walk along the river to the Millennium Green and keep an eye out for resident barn owls, water voles and kingfishers.


The pebble beach is home to the famous


scallop sculpture which is another essential photo opportunity


when in Suffolk. Home to Benjamin Britten,


Aldeburgh has a terrific arts scene so is not to be missed.


WOODBRIDGE Sitting on the banks of the river Deben, Woodbridge has


BECCLES Just 20 minutes north-west of Southwold is Beccles. The


largest of the towns mentioned here, Beccles is a thriving town and is known as the gateway to the Norfolk Broads. A busy town centre has all that you would expect to find. Good shopping and plenty of places to eat and drink. Though the coast is just a short drive, those who like swimming outside will enjoy the


Lido (open in the summer months). If you prefer life on the river head to a local boatyard to hire a dayboat or canoe and get out an explore.


8 . Southwold & Beyond .


a rich maritime history. These days the river is primarily a place for leisure activities so if you enjoy sailing this is the place for you. Woodbridge is just 40 minutes down the A12 from Southwold and has lots of convenient town centre parking. A great mix of high street names and independent retailers makes for a superb shopping experience. If you need a break from shopping, there are lots of cafes, pubs and restaurants that will be delighted to offer some much-needed respite before you head back out. Of course, there is plenty of history and culture on offer here too.


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