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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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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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My Top 10 Favourite Cars!

Posted on by Angela Wright
Car Wheel
I will be the first to admit I know nothing about cars and my family and friends will agree. Anyone who has ever told me they have bought a new car will usually hear me say "That's great...what colour is it?" That said, when I see a car that does catch my attention, it's usually for lots of different reasons. I recently had a sort out of all the photo's I have taken over the last 6 months ...
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Lovely Lavenham: A Photo Tour!

Posted on by Angela Wright
Little Hall Lavenham
Well I made it! I arrived in Lavenham this week and I am not going to admit how many years I have been saying - I must go! Was it worth the wait? - Absolutely!  and so much so, that I am planning a return trip as we speak! And here's why...... It's absolutely stunning! As you walk around the village you can't help but be astounded at all the different houses and buildings that line the stre...
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Heritage Open Days

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Heritage Open Days
Heritage Open Days Heritage Open Days are a marvelous way to spend a couple of hours, a whole day or even a whole weekend! I was so excited when out on my travels I picked up the booklet for Ipswich Heritage Open Days. It turned out to be a  fantastic resource to help me plan where I was going to go! Heritage Open Days have been around since 1994 and every September it gives us the wonder...
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An Afternoon in Christchurch Park Looking for Mabel!

Posted on by Angela Wright
Christchurch Park Ipswich
  First things first just in case you are worried, lets talk about Mabel. She's is Christchurch Park's most famous resident -  a tawny owl and she has become a bit of a celebrity over recent years! My latest trip to the park was to hopefully catch a glimpse of her as she's is part of my Suffolks Top 50 challenge. Exploring Christchurch Park Having mentioned to a friend my planned ...
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FolkEast 2016

Posted on by Angela Wright
Sunset Stage
A flavour of FolkEast in 8 pictures I have had a couple of great days at the FolkEast Festival and as a first timer I wasn't really sure what to expect. As well as the many music stages there is lots more going on too; workshops, activities, stalls, food and more - lots to keep you entertained, amused, surprised and to make you smile. Here are some of my highlights in photos! It's so n...
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Latitude Festival: So much more than a music festival

Posted on by Angela Wright
Artist at Latitude Festival
If you have never been to Latitude Festival before and are trying to decide if going to a festival is your thing, I hope this blog helps! With some days out, events or holidays it all comes down to timing. This time last year I was apprehensive to say the least. I had taken the plunge and bought my ticket for Latitude and was beginning to wonder whether I had made an expensive mistake. I...
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Abbey Gardens, Bury St Edmunds

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Abbey Gardens, Bury St Edmunds
Where to start with Abbey Gardens? I know I say it often but yes this is another of my favorite places in Suffolk! I have got to know Abbey Gardens quite well over recent years...or so I thought. I usually meet one of my best friends there several times a year as it happens to be halfway between where we both live. We grab a coffee and sandwich at the bakery and wander down to the gardens, ...
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