Set along the picturesque Aldeburgh High Street, Thompson’s Gallery has been a firm fixture in the town for just under 30 years. Situated in a location that has inspired artists for years – Aldeburgh being home to renowned names such as Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears – the town is also a wonderful place to [...]
Set in the picturesque Lavenham, The Wildlife Art Gallery is the go to spot for some beautiful depictions of wildlife around the UK and further afield. The deceptively large gallery, with its multiple floors and light airy spaces is the perfect setting to peacefully walk around and gaze at nature’s splendour and the talent of [...]
This charming gallery in Long Melford is a great setting to indulge in some culture. Exhibiting a vast range of works, The Lime Tree is unique in embracing contemporary fine art and glass. The works on display range from modern to traditional, figurative to abstract and there is a regular program of exhibitions throughout the [...]
From its rolling hills and scenic woodland to its beautiful coastline settings, Suffolk is a county of contrasts. Many of these scenes provide great material for artists yet it can be a challenge to find local artists and local work, especially that of a mixed media nature. Hoping to change this, Rachel Chesman has launched [...]
Historic private members club now opening its doors for weddings, business events and private celebrations It is hard to believe that so few people have ever seen inside this handsome Georgian building with the impressive bronze of Classic Derby winner, Hyperion, standing, sentinel, outside. The Jockey Club Rooms has been the private preserve of its [...]
Coral Stebbings School of Theatre Dance is celebrating their 30th year and to commemorate this Coral along with ex-students Zoe Richardson and Adam Morley are adding Zumba® fitness classes to their portfolio. This latest project will become part of the weekly time table and offer classes over the coast of Suffolk. Coral, Zoe and Adam [...]
Recently refurbished, Bury’s Theatre Royal offers an eclectic range of productions. Works started on the Georgian theatre in 2005, when the theatre closed, with the aim of restoring it to its original style. The project cost over £5 million and the theatre re-opened in 2007. Guided tours and open door sessions are available by request.
This gallery, located within Bury St Edmunds’ medieval grid, is family owned. It offers prints on canvas and framed prints, as well as lamps and furniture.
Layer Marney Tower, located in neighborouing Essex and near Colchester, boasts the title of England’s tallest Tudor gatehouse and offers unparalleled views to the Blackwater estuary and beyond. Learn about the fascinating history of the Tower in the History Room and take an exclusive look at how the Layer Marney Tower might have looked had Lord [...]
This beautiful archetypal Tudor-Jacobean mansion is one of the most stunning stately homes in Britain. The grandeur of the interior is matched by the gardens, which include a walled garden, home to ornate iron and glass greenhouses designed by Joseph Paxton (the architect of Crystal Palace) and an exciting yew hedge maze for those seeking [...]
Ickworth House and gardens, at the heart of the charming village of Horringer, can only be described as a sanctuary of natural beauty and architectural wonder. It is set in acres of woodland and wildlife and boasts a renowned collection of paintings, portraits and furniture. Other treats include one of Britain’s finest Italianate gardens and [...]
Opened in 2001 and set within a beautiful Victorian building in the heart of the bustling village of Long Melford, the Hunter Gallery is home to an eclectic range of art, from a variety of artists, sculptors and furniture makers. It also provides picture framing, cleaning and repair work.
Helmingham and the Tollemache family have been together for many hundreds of years. The Hall and the old oak trees that you see today have seen much of the history of England pass before them, and many generations of this family. However, in 1487, John Tollemache married Elizabeth Joyce, the heiress of Helmingham, and his [...]
This incredible estate, with far-reaching views over the river Deben, is home to one of the greatest archaeological finds of all time. Walk around the ancient burial mounds and discover the incredible story of the ship burial of an Anglo-Saxon king and his treasured possessions. Come face to face with your ancestors and explore the [...]
There really is something for everyone at Bressingham and it makes a fantastic day out for all the family. Bressingham Gardens Bressingham Gardens are renowned worldwide for their horticultural excellence. With nearly 20 acres, four linking gardens and 8,000 species they can be a truly tranquil place, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the scenery. The [...]
