East of England Visitor Guide 2018

Christchurch Mansion
A fine Tudor mansion built between 1548 and
1550 with later additions. A good collection
of furniture, panelling, ceramics, clocks
and paintings from the 16th-19th centuries.
Christchurch Park, Ipswich. 01473 433554.
www.cimuseums.org.uk
Clare Castle Country Park
Beautiful quiet space that contains the
remains of the 13th century stone castle
keep. The nature trail takes in the River
Stour and the Railway Walk. Visitor Centre.
Maltings Lane.
www.clarecastlecountrypark.co.uk
Coastal Voyager
Fast exciting sea trips from the harbour.
Southwold Harbour Kiosk. 07887 525082.
www.coastalvoyager.co.uk
The Seething Control Tower Museum
Learn the fascinating history of this airfield,
from the first flights in 1917 to the 1970s,
and about the British and American airmen
who worked, fought and died at Martlesham
Heath. www.seethingtower.org
Deben Cruises
Cruises on the River Deben for organised
parties. The Quay, Waldringfield,
Woodbridge. 01473 736260.
www.debencruises.co.uk
Dunwich Heath Coastal Centre
Enjoy wonderful walks and fabulous views at
this site of specific interest within an Area of
Outstanding Natural Beauty. Dunwich.
01728 648501. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dunwich-heath-and-beach
East Anglia Transport Museum
A working museum where the past comes
to life. Travel as often as you like on historic
vehicles or take a trip on the narrow gauge
railway. Chapel Road, Carlton Colville,
Lowestoft. 01502 518459.
www.eatransportmuseum.co.uk
Easton Farm Park
Delightful working farm where you can learn
all about the different animals, including
lambs, ponies, Suffolk Punch Horses, piglets,
rare breed cows and more. Chick nursery,
adventure playground, pedal tractors, go
karts, café and gift shop. Easton.
01728 746475. www.eastonfarmpark.co.uk
Euston Hall
Home for the Dukes of The Hall, it contains,
among its many treasures, the famous
collection of paintings of the court of Charles
II and includes works by Van Dyck, Lely and
Stubbs. Visitors are also invited to enjoy the
tranquil gardens, the church and the
river walk to the recently restored watermill.
Euston. 01842 766366. www.eustonhall.co.uk
Euston Rural Pastimes
The annual celebration of rural pursuits and
agriculture featuring Traction and Stationary
Engines, Classic and Vintage Cars, crafts and
more. This year the event takes place on
Sunday 10 June. www.eustonruralpastimes.org.uk
Electric Picture Palace
Owned and run by Southwold Film Society,
the Electric Picture Palace shows films in
seasons throughout the year, with a short
break between each season. Tours of the
Palace are also available. Tour times vary
week to week. They are usually at 2.30pm
and last for 45 minutes to one hour. The cost
is £6 adult, £3 child under 16. Blackmill Road,
Southwold. 07815 769565.
www.southwoldcinema.co.uk
Felixstowe Leisure Centre
25m pool, fitness suites, activity hall, bowls
hall, soft play area and more. Seafront,
Felixstowe. 01394 694600
Framlingham Castle
A magnificent example of a late 12th century
castle. The castle is notable for its curtain
wall with mural towers, an early example
of this design. Walk around the impressive
wall-walk, explore the mere and admire
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