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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.
Places to visit
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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.
Spotlight events
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Ickworth's Light Nights
Join us 10 - 26 November for an evening wander around Ickworth’s gardens as they are transformed by colour and light. Tickets now on sale!
Plan your Christmas in Suffolk
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Christmas at Ickworth
Christmas is returning to Ickworth Estate from 2 December with a Georgian Staged Splendour.
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Yule at Sutton Hoo
Visit Sutton Hoo this November and December and discover what Christmas was like centuries ago.
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Christmas at Dunwich Heath
Enjoy a Christmas with a difference at Dunwich Heath and Beach, where you can get back to nature and explore a very special habitat on the Suffolk coast.
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Christmas at Flatford
We'll be celebrating the festive season at Flatford this year with decorations, winter treats and Christmas crafts.
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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Robotic ‘dogs’ carry out pioneering surveys at Orford Ness
Robotic 'dogs' and drones have been used in new pioneering surveys of two former Cold War testing labs on Orford Ness.
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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.
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Our response to Sizewell C
Learn about our involvement in the consultation process and why we think the plans threaten this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty for visitors, wildlife and the environment.
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.
Sustainable travel in Suffolk
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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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Christmas at Ickworth
Ickworth Estate, Bury St Edmunds, SuffolkJoin us as we transport Ickworth back to the Georgians for a lavish experience at the theatre. Step into the Rotunda and revel in the glorious indulgence of the Christmas festivities that await you.
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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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Christmas Crafts
Ickworth Estate, Bury St Edmunds, SuffolkGet crafty with our Georgian inspired Christmas crafts
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Yule at Sutton Hoo
Sutton Hoo, Woodbridge, SuffolkDiscover what the festive period meant to the Anglo-Saxons living 1500 years ago and find out where many of our traditions came from as we celebrate Yule.
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Georgian Christmas Family Trail
Ickworth Estate, Bury St Edmunds, SuffolkTake part in our Georgian Christmas trail and help reunite the lost birds back to the menagerie.
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Dog Training Sessions - Basic
Ickworth Estate, Bury St Edmunds, SuffolkJoin us for a dog training session hosted at Ickworth with Ellie from Smart Nose Dog Training. Learn basic training techniques and spend quality time with your four-legged friend.
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Staged Splendour at Ickworth this Christmas
Ickworth Estate, Bury St Edmunds, SuffolkJoin us this December for a Staged Splendour.
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Dog Training Sessions - kids class
Ickworth Estate, Bury St Edmunds, SuffolkJoin us for a kids dog training session hosted at Ickworth with Ellie from Smart Nose Dog Training. An opportunity to teach your child safe and polite behaviour around your dog as well as a chance to play together.
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