Why Winter is a great time for a Walk

Posted on by Angela Wright
Suffolk countryside
A Winter walk in the Suffolk countryside The great thing about living in Suffolk is that you are not far away from big open spaces, perfect for some fresh air and a winter walk! We have had plenty of heavy morning frosts recently which have been stunning, but you have to be quick to get out and enjoy them before they melt as I found recently when taking my dog for a walk. Suffolk certain...
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My Top 10 Favourite Suffolk Doors

Posted on by Angela Wright
Lavenham
It's not until you look at all your photo's that you begin to realise that you are drawn to certain things to photograph. When sorting through my hundreds of pictures taken so far, it revealed yet another collection has been emerging over the months I have been out and about - Suffolk doors! Who would have thought doors could be so photogenic! It seems a shame not to share them with you - I hop...
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Not a fan of Panto’s?…this may just change your mind!

Posted on by Angela Wright
New Wolsey Ipswich
Whilst I enjoy going to the theatre, when it comes to panto season I can take it or leave it, and if I am being honest I usually leave it! Now don't get me wrong I am sure there are some great panto productions out there and I know there are loads of people who look forward to seeing one during the festive season but I've never really been that keen on them for some reason. New Wolsey Panto This...
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3 Great Reasons to Visit Bury St Edmunds Christmas Fayre

Posted on by Angela Wright
Bury St Edmunds Christmas fayre
Bury St Edmunds Christmas Fayre is one of the highlights in my Suffolk calendar that I look forward to each year and it seems I am not the only one! Attracting around 120,000 visitors over 4 days, it appears there are lot of people who enjoy it! I love shopping in Bury as it has a great mix of popular department and chain stores as well as fantastic independent shops. When you add the Chris...
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Exploring Suffolk – 5 Suffolk Surprises!

Posted on by Angela Wright
Southwold Beach Suffolk
Suffolk is full of surprises! As Autumn in Suffolk takes hold with Winter not too far behind, the rain falling outside makes it a perfect day for staying in keeping cosy and planning my next few months of places to explore. Looking back at where I've been and people I have met so far has really made me smile. You don't have to travel too far from home or spend too much money to have fun..it se...
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Suffolk Top 50 Challenge – The story so far…

Posted on by Angela Wright
Southwold beach huts
I set myself the Suffolk Top 50 Challenge just over 6 months ago. I am now a third of the way through the list with 17 places visited so far and I am finding its a great way to explore Suffolk! If you are looking for a fun challenge or just find yourself with some free time and are wondering what to do why don't you have a look at the Suffolk Top 50 list to see if anything catches your eye?...
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Why Ipswich Waterfront will always be one of my favourite places

Posted on by Angela Wright
Ipswich Waterfront
Sometimes places become special because of the memories made there. Ipswich Waterfront will always be one of those places for me. I'm often asked where my favourite place in Suffolk is and you would think it would be quite an easy question to answer. We all have our own favourite places we like to escape to when we have some spare time don't we? This has become a tricky question for me to an...
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How to Spend a Couple of Hours in Thorpeness

Posted on by Angela Wright
Thorpeness
Thorpeness, I think it's fair to stay is quite different to most places you many have come across in Suffolk. You will find it a unique village and probably not like anything you have seen before! It's a great place to explore for a couple of hours as everything is within easy walking distance. Here are my top 5 tips to help you make the most of your time at this quirky place! 1. Hire a ro...
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Just One of Many Reasons Why You Should Visit Felixstowe!

Posted on by Angela Wright
Landguard Visitor Centre and View Point Cafe
When on my travels across Suffolk, once I've arrived at my destination it's nice to sit for a bit, get myself organised and go back over my plans to make sure I make the most of my visit. The opportunity of doing this over a cup of coffee is even better and Felixstowe has just the place to do this. The Landguard Visitor Centre and View Point Cafe is just one of the many reasons you should visit...
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Why a Suffolk Explorer Guide is a Great Way to Discover Orford

Posted on by Angela Wright
Orford Suffolk
Looking to discover Orford? Well it is one of those places that has a lot more to it than you first think! I have been many times this year and often take a leisurely walk around the town just to enjoy the pretty surroundings. The Suffolk Coast and Heaths Orford Explorer Guide is an excellent way to discover Orford if you have an hour or two spare and fancy going for a walk. A number of dif...
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