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Suffolk
Discover the best things to do in Suffolk, in East Anglia, from its much-loved coastline to its historic houses and medieval wool towns. Constable Country is also still very much as landscape artist, John Constable, painted it.
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Top places to visit in Suffolk
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Ickworth Estate
Ickworth with its classical Rotunda forms the centrepiece of this estate, which is Suffolk's very own little Italy.
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Sutton Hoo
Home to one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time, an awe-inspiring Anglo-Saxon royal ship burial.
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Melford Hall
An eclectic home, with stories of naval history and links to Beatrix Potter, set in picturesque gardens.
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Lavenham Guildhall
At the heart of village life, Lavenham Guildhall is one of the most spectacular timber framed buildings of medieval England.
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Flatford
Walk into a masterpiece. This charming hamlet was the inspiration for some of John Constable's most famous paintings.
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Dunwich Heath
Tucked away on the Suffolk coast, Dunwich Heath and beach offers you peace and quiet and a true sense of being at one with nature.
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Orford Ness
Uncover some of Britain's top secret military history when you visit this internationally important nature reserve on the Suffolk coast.
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Theatre Royal
The Theatre Royal is one of Britain's most significant theatre buildings and the only surviving Regency playhouse in the country.
Top things to do in Suffolk
Top winter walks in Suffolk
Get out into nature this winter with these top walks in Suffolk
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Ickworth Estate | Albana Walk
A short circular walk through some of the woodlands around Ickworth. If you have the energy when you walk along the Trim Trail try your hand on various fitness objects, ranging from pole climbing to ladder walks and leap frog.
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Sutton Hoo woodland walk
Discover the Anglo-Saxon burial site, where a 7th-century ship was uncovered, as well as the woodland wildlife that surrounds the ancient site on the circular Sutton Hoo woodland walk.
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Dunwich Heath orange trail
Follow the orange trail if you want a bit of everything on your walk, from the swathes of heather making up the heath with the rare Dartford Warbler maybe making an appearance, to the statuesque woodland where you might spot a flash of red and black as a Greater Spotted Woodpecker wings by, and the open expanse of the grassland where Stone Curlews and Hares hide amongst the swaying fronds.
Gardens to visit
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Visiting the garden at Ickworth
Ickworth's garden was the first of its kind in the UK. Designed for privacy, space and freedom, it's a distillation of the gardens of classical Italy given an individual English touch.
Outdoor activities in Suffolk
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Cycling at Ickworth Estate
Find out more about cycling at Ickworth, including the cycle hire hub available in the car park. Pack a picnic and start your adventure.
Latest news and projects
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First grey seal pup of 2024 is born at Orford Ness
The first grey seal pup of this winter has been born at Orford Ness in Suffolk, marking the fourth consecutive year of successful breeding at the coastal site.
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Orford Ness ‘crawling’ with spiders as survey reveals new record of rare spider species for the wild and remote location
As we approach Halloween, recent surveys by spider experts have revealed that the wild and remote Orford Ness, cared for by the National Trust, is ‘crawling’ with spiders. A total of 55 species of spider have been identified, including 12 believed to be nationally rare or scarce, and a first-time record for the Suffolk coast of the nationally rare Neon pictus, a tiny jumping spider.
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Dunwich heather back in bloom after remarkable recovery
Dunwich Heath, a rare heathland habitat cared for by the National Trust on the Suffolk coast is showing signs of recovery, with its patchwork of pink and purple heather back in bloom after being severely impacted by extreme heat and drought in 2022.
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Time Team at Sutton Hoo
Missing pieces of a 6th century Byzantine bucket have been uncovered at Sutton Hoo, during a month-long archaeological excavation by Time Team at the site. Time Team has been documenting this unique investigation as it's unfolded and we look forward to sharing news about the special documentary, which is due out early next year.
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Pillbox used in D-Day preparations is given new lease of life as a home for bats
A Second World War pillbox at Dunwich Heath, which was used in preparations for the D-Day landings, has been transformed into a home for roosting bats.
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Joinery apprentices help build full-size replica of famous Sutton Hoo ship
Three of our joinery apprentices are honing their heritage craft skills in a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ project. They'll be working on building a full-size replica of the famous Anglo-Saxon ship unearthed at Sutton Hoo in Suffolk.
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Digging the dirt at Sutton Hoo: The true story behind The Dig
The Dig is a film by Netflix, released in 2021, based on the novel of the same title by John Preston. But do you know the true story of the excavation of the Great Ship Burial at Sutton Hoo? Read on to discover more.
Get involved
Volunteering in Suffolk
Making new friends, working in amazing places, and knowing that you're helping a cause you care about – just three great reasons to volunteer with the National Trust in Suffolk.
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Supporter groups in Suffolk
Find out what you could gain by joining a National Trust supporter group in Suffolk. Volunteer at local properties, attend talks and socialise with likeminded individuals.
Places to stay
Landscapes beautiful enough to inspire a great artist and a coastline worthy of an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ status; our holiday cottages in Suffolk and along the Suffolk coast offer an inspiring place to stay.
Visiting National Trust places in Suffolk without a car
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Sustainable travel in Suffolk
There are a number of sustainable options for travelling to and from the places in our care in Suffolk, whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your visit.
Upcoming events
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Behind the Shutters
Ickworth Estate, Bury St Edmunds, SuffolkExplore the secrets of Ickworth's history and collections through the state rooms and servants' quarters.
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A Life Below Stairs Tour
Ickworth Estate, Bury St Edmunds, SuffolkHear the stories of the servants who lived and worked at Ickworth as you discover the hustle and bustle that went on below stairs.
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Riddlequest: Escape Game
Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, SuffolkCan you return a mysterious object to its rightful place in our escape game experience? Complete challenges along the way, including solving real early medieval riddles to unlock the secrets of the past.
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Dunwich Heath history introductions
Dunwich Heath and Beach, Dunwich, SuffolkDelve into 300 years of fascinating history by joining one of our introductions...
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Gruesome Graves
Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, SuffolkTake our free family tour to discover gruesome stories we've had to leave out of our 'normal' tours ...
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Dunwich Heath Big Breakfast
Dunwich Heath and Beach, Dunwich, SuffolkStart your day at Dunwich Heath with a cooked breakfast in the Look-Out at Coastguard Cottages Tea-room.
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Quiet Hour at Sutton Hoo
Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, SuffolkJoin us for quiet hour as we turn down the sounds for those who would enjoy a more peaceful and relaxed visit.
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Wellbeing Walks at Sutton Hoo
Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, SuffolkGet out in the fresh air, re-connect with nature, stretch your legs and walk your way to better wellbeing on one of our volunteer-led group walks.
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