Suffolk

Blossom is a sure sign that spring has arrived. Nature's own confetti, nothing lifts the spirits quite like the beauty of pink or white petals adorning trees in the springtime. Here's some of the places that might be local to you, where you can witness this seasonal highlight in East Anglia.

Do you enjoy wandering around gardens, seeking inspiration for your own or perhaps they're a place to escape to if you lack your own green space? Find out what's in bloom, as well as some fascinating facts, myths and meanings behind the flowers we grow and what to look out for at this time of year.

Why not give the birds in your garden a helping hand, with these three easy-to-make bird feeders? What’s great about them is that they’re all made from recycled materials - a plastic bottle, toilet roll or chipped cup.

Natural nest sites are declining. But have you thought about building a nest box that the birds in your garden can call home? All you need to do is follow our simple step-by-step guide. Then see who moves in.

Do you want to know more about the birds in your garden or those you see on your local walk? It's easy, all you have to do is spend some time looking out for our feathered friends. We've got lots of tips and tricks to help get you started.

Feel closer to nature this spring as Dunwich Heath some alive with wildlife. Look out for the summer migratory birds as they return to the heath and the Sand Martins as they start nesting in the cliffs. Take a windswept walk along the beach or a gentle meander through the heath. At the weekends you can enjoy a hot drink from the kiosk.

Discover signs of spring across Sutton Hoo as you travel in the footsteps of Anglo-Saxon ancestors. Listen out of the calls of nesting skylarks in the grassland or the song of the nightingale in the woodland and enjoy the burst of vibrant yellow from the gorse bushes across the Royal Burial Ground. Grab and cup of coffee and explore this beautiful ancient landscape this spring.

The newly roofed rotunda is finally unveiled after a major conservation project. Take in the magnificent sight of Ickworth once again as you enjoy a walk around the estate. Younger visitors can follow an adventure trail as they explore the wonderful woodlands.

Enjoy a family day out in Suffolk this spring. Go for a bike ride round Ickworth, play on the beach at Dunwich, explore the Royal Burial Ground at Sutton Hoo or enjoy a picnic at Flatford. Remember to bring your sunglasses and a coat to be prepared for the great British spring weather.

Why not walk in the footsteps of the landscape artist John Constable at Flatford, or discover the beauty of Suffolk's coast and heaths at Dunwich Heath or Sutton Hoo? There's river estuaries to explore at Kyson Hill and Pin Mill or enjoy a stroll around the picturesque wool towns of Lavenham and Long Melford.

2020 was the 125th anniversary of the National Trust and although our birthday year didn't turn out quite like how we planned, we took the opportunity to look back at where it all began. Here are some of the key moments in our history of caring for special places, in the East of England.

Historian Bettany Hughes explores Orford Ness, a ten-mile long shingle spit off the coast of Suffolk. Access to Orford Ness was denied to the public during much of the 20th century, due to the top-secret nature of the work being undertaken here for the military.

Each week we're sharing one of our popular recipes with you, that you can try at home. If you're a vegan or taking part in veganuary, then you might like this week's vegan chocolate fudge cake.