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Everyday pottery
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Broad House, Nicholas Everitt Park, Lowestoft NR33 9JR
Heritage Open Day: What could be more everyday than crockery? Have you had a cup of tea today? A meal on a china plate?...
Eight Decades of Shared Heritage: RAF Lakenheath and the US Air Force
Today
Brandon Royal British Legion, 97 London Road, Brandon IP27 0EL
Heritage Open Day: Please join us for a talk on the shared heritage of the USAF and the RAF with Jeffrey T...
Life's Rich Tapestry
Today
The Unitarian Meeting House, Friars Street, Ipswich IP1 1TD
Heritage Open Day: Tapestry weaving is an ancient craft, used to decorate homes and textiles since people began to weave...
Lowestoft Kindertransport Arrival History Panel
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Main Concourse, Lowestoft Central Railway Station, Denmark Road, Lowestoft NR32 2EG
Heritage Open Day: View the giant history panel retelling the events that lead up to and the arrival in 1938 of a Kindertransport train with 500...
St Peter's by the Waterfront & The Ipswich Charter Hangings
Today to Thu 17 Sep
College Street, Ipswich IP4 1BF
Heritage Open Day: Visit this historic mariner's church which has links to Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, view our heritage displays and the Ipswich...
The Alfred Corry Lifeboat Museum Southwold
Today to Fri 18 Sep
Alfred Corry Lifeboat Museum, Ferry Road, Southwold IP18 6NB
Heritage Open Day: The last rowing/sailing lifeboat on the East Coast built in 1893 and operational for 25 years
The museum has a new display of...
I Worked There - Lost Employers of Lowestoft Exhibition
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Lowestoft Community Library, Clapham Road South, Lowestoft NR32 1DR
Heritage Open Day: Find out about Lowestoft's lost industries, and the jobs people used to do. Discover the lives of the people who lived and...
First 175 Years since the railway reached Lowestoft
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Main Concourse, Lowestoft Central Railway Station, Denmark Road, Lowestoft NR32 2EG
Heritage Open Day: View the special timeline installed in 2022 marking 175 years since the railway reached Lowestoft...
Halesworth History Exchange – Everyday Histories
Today
The Magickal Emporium, 1 Market Place, Halesworth IP19 8BA
Heritage Open Day: Drop-in sessions to find out about the everyday histories of people, buildings and businesses in Halesworth...
A Window to Felixstowe's Past
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Hamilton Road Shopfronts, Felixstowe IP11 7NL
Heritage Open Day: A display of historic pictures displayed in Felixstowe shops showing how they looked in the past...
Lowestoft Festival Information Hub
Today to Sat 19 Sep
Denmark Rd, Lowestoft NR32 2EG
Heritage Open Day: Call in at our Lowestoft Heritage Open Days Festival information Hub at Lowestoft railway station for details on what's...
Kensington gardens
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Kensington Gardens, Kirkley Cliff Road, Kirkley, Lowestoft NR33 0BD
Heritage Open Day: Friends of Kensington gardens will be displaying the History of the gardens first opened in June 1922...
A look back at Lowestoft High Street Book Group's books
Today to Sat 19 Sep
Shop, 132 High Street, Lowestoft NR32 1HP
Heritage Open Day: A display of the High Street Book Group books in our local bookshop from 2020 to the present day...
A Thousand Kisses - Stories of the Kindertransport
Today to Sat 19 Sep
Lowestoft Railway Station, Denmark Road, Lowestoft NR32 2EG
Heritage Open Day: Lowestoft Railway Station offers another chance to see the critically acclaimed exhibition, A Thousand Kisses, telling the story...
Sudbury & District Philatelic Society
Today
Tudor Church of England Primary School, Tudor Road, Sudbury CO10 1NL
Subject to be advised.
Lowestoft Maritime Museum
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Lowestoft Maritime Museum, Whapload Road, Lowestoft NR32 1XG
Heritage Open Day: A celebration of the area's rich maritime heritage. Enjoy extensive displays and much more in this ingeniously laid-out...
Ipswich Trail Makers - Digital Blue Plaque Trail
Today to Sun 20 Sep
A B P Ipswich, Old Custom House, Common Quay, Key Street, Ipswich IP4 1BY
Heritage Open Day: A Digital Blue Plaque Trail, made possible by a collaborative project working with primary Schools and the Heritage Blue Plaques...
The Life and Times of the Fisher Theatre
Today to Sat 19 Sep
10 Broad Street, Bungay NR35 1EE
Heritage Open Day: This exhibition explores the Fisher’s colourful history, from its early days as part of David Fisher’s ambitious Theatre...
Lowestoft - Yarmouth Railway Exhibition
Today to Sat 19 Sep
Parcels Office Public Exhibition Space, Lowestoft Central Railway Station, Denmark Road, Lowestoft NR32 2EG
Heritage Open Day: Exhibition featuring memories and images of the former Lowestoft to Yarmouth Railway which opened in 1903 and closed in 1970 An...
Mincarlo LT412 Diesel Trawler
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Heritage Quay, South Pier, Royal Plain, Lowestoft NR33 0AE
Heritage Open Day: Mincarlo LT412 is the last surviving diesel sidewinder trawler built in Lowestoft. Launched in 1961 and now moored on Heritage...
Lydia Eva YH89 Steam Drifter
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Heritage Quay, South Pier, Lowestoft NR33 0AE
Heritage Open Day: The Lydia Eva is Great Yarmouth's last steam drifter. Built in 1930 she acts as a floating museum of the town's...
Halesworth Heritage History Hub
Today to Sat 19 Sep
The Magickal Emporium, 1 Market Place, Halesworth IP19 8BA
Heritage Open Day: The Halesworth U3A Local History Group invite you to a heritage history hub at The Magickal Emporium, Halesworth...
Halesworth and District Museum: Everyday Life in Edwardian Halesworth
Today to Sat 19 Sep
Halesworth and District Museum, Station Building, Station Road, Halesworth IP19 8BZ
Heritage Open Day: This exhibition, new for 2026, features shops and industries of Halesworth at the turn of the 20th Century...
Christ Church Lowestoft
Today, Thu 17 Sep, Fri 18 Sep
Christ Church Square, Whapload Road, Lowestoft NR32 1XD
Heritage Open Day: We are an Anglican parish church in the Church of England – in fact, we are the most easterly parish!...
Lowestoft Schools Wartime Evacuation Panels
Today to Sun 20 Sep
Main Concourse, Lowestoft Railway Station, Denmark Road, Lowestoft NR32 2EG
Heritage Open Day: Find out more about the Lowestoft Schools Evacuation of June 1940 by viewing these special panels at the Railway Station where...
History of spinning and hemp production in Halesworth
Wed 16 Sep
I-Chameleon, The Thoroughfare, Halesworth IP19 8AH
Heritage Open Day: A chance to watch a real spinner in action and learn of the history of hemp production in Halesworth and surrounding areas...
Royal Naval Patrol Service Museum
Wed 16 Sep, Fri 18 Sep
Sparrow's Nest Gardens, Sparrows Nest, Whapload Road, Lowestoft NR32 1XG
Heritage Open Day: During WW2 Lowestoft was home to the Royal Naval Patrol Service - HMS Europa. This fascinating museum provides a unique insight...
FREE taster session with the Sudbury Rock Choir
Wed 16 Sep, Wed 30 Sep, and more dates until Wed 25 Nov
Sudbury Rugby Club, Whittome Field, Spicer Way, Sudbury CO10 0GB
Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'?
The Sudbury Rock Choir is led by vocal teacher Lee Birnie...
Ipswich Society Talk
Wed 16 Sep
Museum Street Methodist Church, Black Horse Lane, Ipswich IP1 2EF
Heritage Open Day: Kicking off this year's programme of our annual Winter Talks and to celebrate this year’s HOD theme ‘Everyday History...
Ipswich Philatelic Society
Wed 16 Sep, Wed 7 Oct, Wed 21 Oct, Wed 4 Nov
Kesgrave War Memorial Community Hall, Twelve Acre Approach, off Bell Lane, Kesgrave IP5 1JF
16 September (evening): James Podger displays “‘West Indies A to V”.
7 October(afternoon): Graham Wylde displays “GB QV Surface Printed Issues on...
An indoor display featuring the local history of Brandon
Wed 16 Sep, Fri 18 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
Brandon Town Council, Old School House, Market Hill, Brandon IP27 0AA
Heritage Open Day: Brandon: Trades, People and Heritage A display showcasing Brandon’s history through photos and text, highlighting its trades,...
The Go-Between
Wed 16 Sep
10 Broad St, Bungay NR35 1EE
“The past is a foreign country: they do things differently there.”
When young Leo Colston spends the summer of 1900 in rural Norfolk, he becomes...
Lowestoft North Cliff Community Garden (CIO) - The Hanging 'Kitchen' Gardens of Lowestoft
Wed 16 Sep, Thu 17 Sep, Sat 19 Sep
Lowestoft North Cliff Community Garden, Crown Score, Lowestoft NR32 1JH
Heritage Open Day: After several years of pursuing the idea of a communal garden a group of us have formed a registered charity, the Lowestoft North...
Stewart Lee vs The Man-Wulf
Wed 16 Sep and Thu 17 Sep
Marina Theatre, Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
In this brand new show, Lee shares his stage with a tough-talking werewolf comedian from the dark forests of the subconscious who hates humanity...
Echoes of the Maltings - A 19th-Century Industrial Adventure
Thu 17 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
Britten Pears Arts, Snape Maltings Concert Hall, Snape Bridge, Snape, Saxmundham IP17 1SP
Heritage Open Day: Long before it became a world-renowned home for music, Snape Maltings was a bustling inland port...
Victorian Pharmacy
Thu 17 Sep to Sat 19 Sep
59 High Street, Lowestoft NR32 1JA
Heritage Open Day: Preserved original pharmacy shop fittings, signage and shop front. A pharmacy from 1859 to 2012...
The Go-Between
Thu 17 Sep
19-75 Morton Rd, Pakefield, Lowestoft NR33 0JH
“The past is a foreign country: they do things differently there.”
When young Leo Colston spends the summer of 1900 in rural Norfolk, he becomes...
Guided Tour of Halesworth Cemetery
Thu 17 Sep
Halesworth Cemetery, Holton Road, Halesworth IP19 8HD
Heritage Open Day: The restored cemetery chapels will be open and the burial register database (1855-1918) will be available if visitors wish to...
FREE taster session with the Ipswich Rock Choir
Thu 17 Sep, Thu 24 Sep, and more dates until Thu 19 Nov
St Augustine's Church Hall, Bucklesham Road, Ipswich IP3 8TJ
If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can!
The Ipswich Rock Choir is led by local musician Lee Birnie...
FREE taster session with the Ipswich Rock Choir
Thu 17 Sep, Thu 1 Oct, Thu 26 Nov
St Albans Catholic High School, Digby Road, Ipswich IP4 3NJ
Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'?
The Ipswich Rock Choir is led by local vocal coach Lee Birnie...
Felixstowe's Changing Faces
Thu 17 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
Felixstowe Museum, View Point Road, Felixstowe IP11 3TW
Heritage Open Day: An exhibition of people from Felixstowe's past compared with those of today. Discover how life in Felixstowe has changed,...
Quay Street through the Looking Glass
Thu 17 Sep
United Reform Church, Quay Street, Halesworth IP19 8EX
Heritage Open Day: An interesting historical talk taking an in-depth look at the history of The Quay and Quay Street and exploring the people who...
The Red House, Aldeburgh
Thu 17 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
The Red House, Golf Lane, Aldeburgh IP15 5PZ
Heritage Open Day: A chance to explore Benjamin Britten's life and work at the Aldeburgh home he shared with his life partner, Peter Pears and...
Lowestoft Arts Centre. Exhibition of Art. Plus information boards of the heritage of the building
Thu 17 Sep to Sat 19 Sep
13 St. Peters Street, Lowestoft NR32 1QA
Heritage Open Day: Lowestoft Arts Centre is a non-profit art centre and has a gallery manned by volunteers...
Powder Puffs to Power Plugs
Thu 17 Sep, Sat 19 Sep, Sun 20 Sep
Brandon Heritage Centre, The Old Fire Station, 35 George Street, Brandon Town Council, Brandon IP27 0BX
Heritage Open Day: An engaging exhibition exploring the transformation of women’s daily routines from labour-intensive domestic life to modern,...
Architectural Oddities
Thu 17 Sep
Ipswich Unitarian Meeting House, Friars Street, Ipswich IP1 1TD
Heritage Open Day: One of a series of talks by architect Stuart Edgar about special architectural features in Suffolk...
Walking Tour of Holton Pits, Halesworth
Fri 18 Sep
Holton Pits, Southwold Road, Holton IP19 8PW
Heritage Open Day: Wander around Holton Pits, a lovely 20-acre site that was saved by and
for the community...
Beccles - Explore St Michael's Church and Beccles Photo Club Annual Exhibition
Fri 18 Sep
New Market, Beccles NR34 9HE
Heritage Open Day: The Grade 1 late 14th century church of St Michael the Archangel (including the North Porch, opened especially for the event) is...
Wool Linen Silk
Fri 18 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
St Mary's Church, St Mary's Street, Bungay NR35 1AX
Heritage Open Day: A celebration of vestments and textiles across various faiths in the Bungay area. A celebration of vestments and textiles across...
Lavenham Guildhall
Fri 18 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
Lavenham Guildhall, Market Place, Lavenham CO10 9QZ
Heritage Open Day: Free entry to one of the most spectacular timber-framed buildings of medieval England...
Felixstowe Heritage Exhibition
Fri 18 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
Felixstowe Methodist Church, Trinity, Hamilton Road, Felixstowe IP11 7AN
Heritage Open Day: An exhibition of historic photos and artefacts showing the history of Felixstowe, Walton and the Trimleys...
Free open day with guided tours
Fri 18 Sep
Norfolk & Suffolk Aviation Museum, The Street, Flixton, Bungay NR35 1NZ
Heritage Open Day: The museum usually charges admission but will be free to enter on this day with guided tours. Free admission...
Eye Bach Choir - Music in the Making
Fri 18 Sep
Eye Town Hall, 1 Broad Street, Eye IP23 7AF
Heritage Open Day: Come and join Eye Bach Choir for open rehearsals on Friday 11th and Friday 18th September...
80’s Mania
Fri 18 Sep
Marina Theatre, Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
Europe’s Official 1980’s Multi-Tribute Concert featuring 28 chart topping pop icons authentically recreated with live band and awesome...
Melford Hall
Fri 18 Sep to Sun 20 Sep
Melford Hall, Long Melford, Sudbury CO10 9AA
Heritage Open Day: Enjoy Free entry to Melford Hall, garden and parkland from 18th-20th September this Heritage Open Days...
Beccles Hungate Church (Beccles Methodist and United Reformed Church)
Fri 18 Sep
Hungate Church, Beccles Methodist and United Reformed Church, Hungate, Beccles NR34 9TT
Heritage Open Day: An opportunity to see the interior of historic Hungate Church (Methodist and United Reformed) and find out about its long history...
North Lowestoft United Reformed Church
Fri 18 Sep, Sat 19 Sep
United Reformed Church, 166A London Road North, Lowestoft NR32 1HB
Heritage Open Day: A chance to view this Victorian Italianate, United Reformed Church Building, In London Road North. NR32 1HB...
St. Margaret's Church, Lowestoft Open for Visitors
Fri 18 Sep
St. Margaret's Church, Hollingsworth Road, Lowestoft NR32 4BW
Heritage Open Day: Come along, soak up the history of this beautiful medieval grade 1 listed church.
Organ Recital during Heritage Open Days for...
Old Jewish Cemetery, Ipswich
Fri 18 Sep
Total Car Parks, 3 Salthouse Lane, Ipswich IP4 1GA
Heritage Open Day: A grade II listed burial site containing graves of the Jewish community in Suffolk and surrounding areas between beginning of 17th...
Lowestoft Blitz Walk with aviation historian Bob Collis
Fri 18 Sep
LADIA office, 3 St Peter's Street, Lowestoft NR32 1QA
Heritage Open Day: A once only opportunity in this year's HODs Festival to join popular Lowestoft aviation historian Bob Collis on another...
A film Screening of Caroline - A New Musical by Eastern Angles Theatre
Fri 18 Sep
Freckenham Village Hall, Fordham Road, Freckenham, Bury St Edmunds IP28 8JB
Caroline – A new musical by Eastern Angles Theatre
A recorded Screening from a previous live show - Friday 18th Sept
The theme is of course around...
Open Church Day at the United Reformed Church, Halesworth
Sat 19 Sep
United Reformed Church, Quay Street, Halesworth IP19 8PE
Heritage Open Day: The church will be open for the public throughout the day, giving you the chance to explore the building and hear the history and...
Southwold Arts Centre Exhibition
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
St. Edmunds Hall, Cumberland Road, Southwold IP18 6JP
Heritage Open Day: Join Southwold Arts Centre for an archival dive into it's history, including exploring the history of the building, the...
The History of Beach Huts in Felixstowe
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
The Hut, Felixstowe Promenade, Felixstowe IP11 7TP
Heritage Open Day: This Exhibition at The Hut on Felixstowe promenade tells the story of Beach Huts in Felixstowe Felixstowe is reputed to have been...
Leiston Quaker Meeting House
Sat 19 Sep
Quaker Meeting House, Waterloo Avenue, Leiston IP16 4HE
Heritage Open Day: Quakers have been meeting in Leiston since the 1670s, and the present Meeting House was built in 1860...
Port to Port art installation - Landguard Fort & Felixstowe Museum
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Landguard Fort, View Point Road, Felixstowe IP11 3TW
Heritage Open Day: The beautiful centrepiece of the project will be a large-scale installation composed of sail-shaped patchworks...
Aldeburgh Museum
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Moot Hall, Market Cross Place, Aldeburgh IP15 5DS
Heritage Open Day: Housed in the iconic Grade I Listed, timber framed, Tudor Moot Hall and home of the Town Council, Aldeburgh museum showcases the...
Little Hall
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Historic Suffolk Ltd, Little Hall, Market Place, Lavenham, Sudbury CO10 9QZ
Heritage Open Day: One of the oldest buildings in this Suffolk wool town, a 14th century house built for clothiers and then mirroring the changing...
Corton in the 19th and 20th Century
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Corton Village Hall, The Street, Corton, Lowestoft NR32 5HW
Heritage Open Day: History of Corton covering the past two centuries. History of Corton with an emphasis on the 20th century, fishing, farming, the...
Free Crafty Workshops: Weaving, Market Trading & More
Sat 19 Sep
Sudbury Town Hall, Old Market Place, Sudbury CO10 1TL
Heritage Open Day: Join us at the Town Hall for a host of free, drop-in crafty workshops celebrating Sudbury's everyday working histories!...
Gainsborough's House
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Gainsboroughs House, 46-47 Gainsborough Street, Sudbury CO10 2EU
Heritage Open Day: For Heritage Open Days 2026, visit Gainsborough's House for free! Wander the historic house and garden and explore current...
Beccles Library Craft activities for children based on theme of Sports and Horse Racing
Sat 19 Sep
Beccles Library, Blyburgate, Beccles NR34 9TB
Heritage Open Day: A children's activity: use craft materials to make your own horse and have a race or make a sports trophy; sports finger...
Ipswich School Heritage Open Morning
Sat 19 Sep
Ipswich School, Henley Road, Ipswich IP1 3SG
Heritage Open Day: Tours will take place at 0900, 1000 and 1100. There is no need to book – visitors can simply arrive at the reception of the main...
Silent Witness: The 1940 Weekend. An Exploration of Landscape, War and Memory
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
The Old School, The Green, Long Melford, Sudbury CO10 9DX
Heritage Open Day: Step into 1940 at The Old School, Long Melford. Interactive festival with replica pillbox, WWII vehicles, Mick Cant's...
Journeys of Hope
Sat 19 Sep
1 Railway Approach, Felixstowe IP11 9UD
Heritage Open Day: A performance of music, dance and poetry inspired by historic events, personal stories and famous wartime speeches - on Felixstowe...
Who Do You Think You Are? Family History Event 2
Sat 19 Sep
Magickal Emporium, 1 Market Place, Halesworth IP19 8BA
Heritage Open Day: An opportunity to explore your ancestry and useful hints on ways to find out more. The Halesworth u3a Family History group will...
The History and Future of Trimley Railway Station @ 2 Sisters Art Centre
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Two Sisters Arts Centre, High Road, Trimley St. Mary, Felixstowe IP11 0SP
Heritage Open Day: An exhibition at the Sisters Art Centre about the history of Trimley Railway station and the efforts being made to save it...
Marina Comedy Club September 2026
Sat 19 Sep
Marina Theatre, Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
With Milton Jones, Daman Bamrah, Kate Lucas and hosted by Adam Coumas
• MILTON JONES –
Headlining the show is Milton Jones who can be seen...
Lodge of Prudence No:388 Masonic Hall
Sat 19 Sep
: The Masonic Hall, Market Place, Halesworth IP19 8BB
Heritage Open Day: An opportunity to see inside the Masonic Hall in Halesworth and hear about some of those occupations followed by members of the...
St Peter’s Church, Brandon
Sat 19 Sep
8 Church End, Brandon IP27 0JE
Heritage Open Day: Join us for an inspiring, fun-filled day celebrating local history, creativity, nature, and community...
Red Rose Chain invite you to explore Gippeswyk Hall & The Avenue Theatre
Sat 19 Sep
Gippeswyk Hall, Gippeswyk Avenue, Ipswich IP2 9AF
Heritage Open Day: Ever wondered what really went on in our beautiful (most-likely haunted!) base at Gippeswyk Hall over the centuries?...
CLAY 1A: Lost Cargo Hunt
Sat 19 Sep
Waterfront House, 1A Wherry Quay, Ipswich IP4 1AS
Heritage Open Day: Follow the trail. Uncover the stories. Find the lost cargo. We’re inviting families, curious explorers and budding treasure...
Worthy Women
Sat 19 Sep
Bungay Town Hall, 1A Broad Street, Bungay NR35 1EE
Heritage Open Day: Many woman in Bungay have contributed to both the development of the town and surrounding area, and to the welfare of its...
The Masonic Lodge of Felixstowe
Sat 19 Sep and Sun 20 Sep
Masonic Halls Felixstowe, 19 Orwell Road, Felixstowe IP11 7EP
Heritage Open Day: A unique opportunity to find out more about the Felixstowe Lodge and Freemasonry. Visitors will be able to tour the lodge and the...
East Anglia Postal History Society
Sat 19 Sep
Garden Room, Red Gables Resource Centre, Ipswich Street, Stowmarket IP14 1BE
Autumn Meeting (Member’s displays and bourse)
Landguard Fort
Sun 20 Sep
Viewpoint Road, Felixstowe IP11 3TW
Heritage Open Day: A Grade 1 listed building with a rich military and maritime heritage. Visitors will be able to appreciate the development, from...
Beccles Library Lego activities for children based on theme of Sports and Horse Racing
Sun 20 Sep
Beccles Library, Blyburgate, Beccles NR34 9TB
Heritage Open Day: A children's activity: use Lego to create a bicycle, racing car or boat; games activities and colouring activities too...
American Car Show at Stonham Barns Park
Sun 20 Sep
Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal IP14 6AT
In association with the Knuckle Busters UK Car Club, The American Car Show is back again with a large range of American Cars, Trucks, Hot Rods, and...
Stonham Barns Sunday Car Boot on 13th September 2026
Sun 20 Sep, Sun 27 Sep, and more dates until Sun 25 Oct
Stonham Barns Sunday Car Boot, Pettaugh Road, Stonham Aspal IP14 6AT
Stonham Barns Sunday Car Boot 13th September 2026
Great weather eventually last Sunday after 2 spells of unexpected rain...
West End Does: Lowestoft
Sun 20 Sep
Marina Theatre, Marina, Lowestoft NR32 1HH
Starring KATIE TONKINSON, ROB HOUCHEN, NIC MYERS and IAN MCINTOSH! Hosted by JOE TRACINI, featuring the voice of MATT LUCAS and backed by an...
Southwold Railway
Sun 20 Sep
Southwold Railway Trust, Blyth Road, Southwold IP18 6AZ
Heritage Open Day: Heritage Railway promoting the memory of The Southwold Railway which ran between Halesworth and Southwold between 1879 and 1929...
Bury St Edmunds Guildhall
Sun 20 Sep
The Guildhall, Guildhall Street, Bury St. Edmunds IP33 1PR
Heritage Open Day: Enjoy a weekend of re-enactment in an 800-year-old Grade I listed building in Suffolk...
Sproughton Tithe Barn
Sun 20 Sep
Tithe Barn Sproughton, Lower street, Sproughton, Ipswich IP83AA
Heritage Open Day: The historic Tithe Barn is located in the village of Sproughton on the Lower Street,near the river. Access via the 8b bus or car...
Heritage Orchard Day
Sun 20 Sep
The Orchard, Coulson Lane, Brandon IP27 0
Heritage Open Day: Come and celebrate 'Harvest' in our Orchard. Come and celebrate 'Harvest' in our Orchard and discover the...
Halesworth Airfield Museum
Sun 20 Sep
Halesworth Airfield Museum, Sparrowhawk Road, Holton, Halesworth IP19 8NH
Heritage Open Day: World War II American Airfield Museum and local history site. The Airfield Museum will be open for the afternoon, with very...
Felixstowe Museum
Sun 20 Sep
Felixstowe Museum, View Point Road, Felixstowe IP11 3TW
Heritage Open Day: An award-winning museum houses a comprehensive collection of artefacts and photos related to Felixstowe's history...
Guided Tour of the Mettingham Orthodox Church
Sun 20 Sep
The White House, Low Road, Mettingham, Bungay NR35 1TP
Heritage Open Day: Guided tour of the Joy of All Who Sorrow Orthodox Church in Mettingham. Fr Mark Tattum-Smith will conduct tours of the Joy of All...
Abbey Grove Walk
Sun 20 Sep
Abbey Grove, Eastward Ho, View Point Road, Felixstowe IP11 9GA
Heritage Open Day: A guided walk around Abbey Grove in Felixstowe. Join the us for a gentle guided walk around Abbey Grove, one of Felixstowe’s...
Curzon Lodge - Cellar Tour
Sun 20 Sep
47 St. Nicholas Street, Ipswich IP1 1TW
Heritage Open Day: A look around our arched undercroft cellar with its niches, Roman bricks, flags stone flooring, ancient beams, remains of a wine...
Port to Port art installation - Felixstowe Museum
Sun 20 Sep
Felixstowe Museum, View Point Road, Felixstowe IP11 3TW
Heritage Open Day: The beautiful centrepiece of the project will be a large-scale installation composed of sail-shaped patchworks...
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Things to do around Suffolk
Suffolk, located on the East Coast of England, is a picturesque county known for its stunning coastlines, charming towns, and rich cultural heritage. Whether you're visiting for a day trip or staying longer, there are plenty of exciting activities to enjoy. Here are some of the best things to do in Suffolk:
1. Visit Framlingham Castle:
- Framlingham Castle, famously mentioned in Ed Sheeran's song "Castle on the Hill," is a historic gem. Explore its three main areas: the Inner Court, the Bailey, and the Lower Court. Walk the Wall Walk across the 13 towers for breathtaking countryside views. Mary Tudor was also announced Queen of England within these walls, adding to its historical significance.
2. Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Museum (‘Middy’):
- Discover the fascinating story behind the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Museum. This authentic gauge railway museum resurrected relics from a struggling station. Take a steam train ride (available from May to September) and experience a piece of Suffolk's railway history.
3. Explore Leiston Abbey Ruins:
- Leiston Abbey's architectural beauty lies in its ruins. Wander through this stunning monument, appreciating its historical significance and mysterious charm.
4. Stroll in Brampton Park, Newcastle-under-Lyme:
- Enjoy a leisurely walk in Brampton Park, surrounded by lush greenery. Let the kids play on the swings and slides while you relax in this peaceful oasis.
5. Discover Shugborough Estate:
- Explore the beautiful Shugborough Estate, complete with gardens, a mansion, and riverside walks. Immerse yourself in its history and natural beauty.
6. Suffolk Beaches:
- Suffolk boasts stunning beaches. Consider a visit to Southwold Beach, known for its colorful beach huts, or Aldeburgh Beach, famous for its fresh seafood and artistic community¹.
7. Sutton Hoo:
- Uncover ancient history at Sutton Hoo, an Anglo-Saxon burial site. Explore the mounds, visitor center, and scenic views of the River Deben.
8. Snape Maltings:
- Visit Snape Maltings, a cultural hub with art galleries, shops, and cafes. Enjoy the serene surroundings and perhaps catch a concert or exhibition.
9. RSPB Minsmere Nature Reserve:
- Birdwatchers will appreciate RSPB Minsmere, home to diverse bird species and stunning landscapes. Explore the trails and hides for a memorable wildlife experience.
10. Suffolk Food and Drink:
- Don't miss the chance to savor Suffolk's culinary delights. Try local produce, visit farmers' markets, and enjoy traditional pubs and tearooms.
Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Suffolk promises a delightful day out filled with history, nature, and relaxation!
:
1. Visit Framlingham Castle:
- Framlingham Castle, famously mentioned in Ed Sheeran's song "Castle on the Hill," is a historic gem. Explore its three main areas: the Inner Court, the Bailey, and the Lower Court. Walk the Wall Walk across the 13 towers for breathtaking countryside views. Mary Tudor was also announced Queen of England within these walls, adding to its historical significance.
2. Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Museum (‘Middy’):
- Discover the fascinating story behind the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Museum. This authentic gauge railway museum resurrected relics from a struggling station. Take a steam train ride (available from May to September) and experience a piece of Suffolk's railway history.
3. Explore Leiston Abbey Ruins:
- Leiston Abbey's architectural beauty lies in its ruins. Wander through this stunning monument, appreciating its historical significance and mysterious charm.
4. Stroll in Brampton Park, Newcastle-under-Lyme:
- Enjoy a leisurely walk in Brampton Park, surrounded by lush greenery. Let the kids play on the swings and slides while you relax in this peaceful oasis.
5. Discover Shugborough Estate:
- Explore the beautiful Shugborough Estate, complete with gardens, a mansion, and riverside walks. Immerse yourself in its history and natural beauty.
6. Suffolk Beaches:
- Suffolk boasts stunning beaches. Consider a visit to Southwold Beach, known for its colorful beach huts, or Aldeburgh Beach, famous for its fresh seafood and artistic community¹.
7. Sutton Hoo:
- Uncover ancient history at Sutton Hoo, an Anglo-Saxon burial site. Explore the mounds, visitor center, and scenic views of the River Deben.
8. Snape Maltings:
- Visit Snape Maltings, a cultural hub with art galleries, shops, and cafes. Enjoy the serene surroundings and perhaps catch a concert or exhibition.
9. RSPB Minsmere Nature Reserve:
- Birdwatchers will appreciate RSPB Minsmere, home to diverse bird species and stunning landscapes. Explore the trails and hides for a memorable wildlife experience.
10. Suffolk Food and Drink:
- Don't miss the chance to savor Suffolk's culinary delights. Try local produce, visit farmers' markets, and enjoy traditional pubs and tearooms.
Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Suffolk promises a delightful day out filled with history, nature, and relaxation!