Enjoy a selection of artist Stephie Griffiths' most recent work, with paintings available to purchase/take away on the day. Stephie creates beautiful wax paintings and has had many successful exhibitions to date - with satisfied customers both here and abroad. A popular local artist, she depicts beautiful floral landscapes and skies, animals and abstract designs. The exhibition will take place at Crisps Gallery, 27 High Street, Saxmundham, IP17 1AF (above Crisps newsagents.) Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9am-5pm. Half day opening on Thursday; closed Sunday.

Hands-on activity, Suffolk

With free reserve entry and a wide range of themed activities especially for families, you're guaranteed to have a great day out. This year’s event coincides with the start of the Olympics and celebrates nature’s high achievers. Contact the reserve for more details. Bring the whole family and have fun together. All at least two hours to complete activities. Children must be accompanied at all times please.

Time
10 am - 4 pm

Price
Free

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281
E-mail: minsmere@rspb.org.uk

Enjoy a selection of artist Stephie Griffiths' most recent work, with paintings available to purchase/take away on the day. Stephie creates beautiful wax paintings and has had many successful exhibitions to date - with satisfied customers both here and abroad. A popular local artist, she depicts beautiful floral landscapes and skies, animals and abstract designs. The exhibition will take place at Crisps Gallery, 27 High Street, Saxmundham, IP17 1AF (above Crisps newsagents.) Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9am-5pm. Half day opening on Thursday; closed Sunday.

Hands-on activity, Suffolk

With free reserve entry and a wide range of themed activities especially for families, you're guaranteed to have a great day out. This year’s event coincides with the start of the Olympics and celebrates nature’s high achievers. Contact the reserve for more details. Bring the whole family and have fun together. All at least two hours to complete activities. Children must be accompanied at all times please.

Time
10 am - 4 pm

Price
Free

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281
E-mail: minsmere@rspb.org.uk

Enjoy a selection of artist Stephie Griffiths' most recent work, with paintings available to purchase/take away on the day. Stephie creates beautiful wax paintings and has had many successful exhibitions to date - with satisfied customers both here and abroad. A popular local artist, she depicts beautiful floral landscapes and skies, animals and abstract designs. The exhibition will take place at Crisps Gallery, 27 High Street, Saxmundham, IP17 1AF (above Crisps newsagents.) Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9am-5pm. Half day opening on Thursday; closed Sunday.

Enjoy a selection of artist Stephie Griffiths' most recent work, with paintings available to purchase/take away on the day. Stephie creates beautiful wax paintings and has had many successful exhibitions to date - with satisfied customers both here and abroad. A popular local artist, she depicts beautiful floral landscapes and skies, animals and abstract designs. The exhibition will take place at Crisps Gallery, 27 High Street, Saxmundham, IP17 1AF (above Crisps newsagents.) Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9am-5pm. Half day opening on Thursday; closed Sunday.

Finding sufficient activities to keep the children contented during the summer holidays can be a daunting task, however this is never a problem on the Suffolk Coast, where the variety of ways to entertain youngsters will leave you spoilt for choice.

Enjoy a selection of artist Stephie Griffiths' most recent work, with paintings available to purchase/take away on the day. Stephie creates beautiful wax paintings and has had many successful exhibitions to date - with satisfied customers both here and abroad. A popular local artist, she depicts beautiful floral landscapes and skies, animals and abstract designs. The exhibition will take place at Crisps Gallery, 27 High Street, Saxmundham, IP17 1AF (above Crisps newsagents.) Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9am-5pm. Half day opening on Thursday; closed Sunday.

Guided walk, Suffolk

Many people have started birdwatching at Minsmere. Join them on this beginners’ walk where you will learn how to use binoculars properly and which field guides are best for you. You can then use this information to enjoy watching birds as they show you some of Minsmere’s wildlife.

Price
adults £7, RSPB Members £5, children £3.50, RSPB Wildlife Explorers £2.50

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281

Enjoy a selection of artist Stephie Griffiths' most recent work, with paintings available to purchase/take away on the day. Stephie creates beautiful wax paintings and has had many successful exhibitions to date - with satisfied customers both here and abroad. A popular local artist, she depicts beautiful floral landscapes and skies, animals and abstract designs. The exhibition will take place at Crisps Gallery, 27 High Street, Saxmundham, IP17 1AF (above Crisps newsagents.) Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9am-5pm. Half day opening on Thursday; closed Sunday.

Guided walk, Suffolk

Learn about the reserve’s birds and other wildlife, and its habitats and their management. Guides will show you Minsmere’s varied wildlife, give tips on good fieldcraft, and help you to get the most from your visit to one of Britain’s premier birdwatching spots. Suitable for all abilities.

Booking essential

Price
Adults £7, RSPB members £5, children £3.50, RSPB Wildlife Explorers £2.50

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281

Guided walk, Suffolk

Learn about the reserve’s birds and other wildlife, and its habitats and their management. Guides will show you Minsmere’s varied wildlife, give tips on good fieldcraft, and help you to get the most from your visit to one of Britain’s premier birdwatching spots. Suitable for all abilities.

Booking essential

Price
Adults £7, RSPB members £5, children £3.50, RSPB Wildlife Explorers £2.50

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281

Hands-on activity, Suffolk

Join Minsmere staff to search for some of the reserve’s smallest inhabitants in the leaf litter, then return to the visitor centre to look at them under the microscope. Places are strictly limited, so advance booking is essential. Children must be accompanied at all times please.

Booking essential

Dates
Wednesday 20 August

Location
RSPB Minsmere nature reserve

View location on Google Maps

Time
Sessions at 10 am , 11 am, 1 pm and 2 pm. Sessions last one hour

Price
Adults £3, children £2. £1 discount for members

A joint venture between the National Trust and Trinity House enables you to follow a self-guided walking trail round this unique and mysterious site and get the rare opportunity to visit a working lighthouse (built in the 18th Century) guided by the attendant.

Booking Booking Advisable 01394 450900
Assistance Dogs only are welcome
Minimum height restriction: 1 metre

Due to space, at times there may be a short wait for the lighthouse tour.

Ferries run every 20 mins from Orford Quay between 10.00am and 1.40pm. Last ferry leaves the Ness at 5.00pm.

Guided walk, Suffolk

Learn about the reserve’s birds and other wildlife, and its habitats and their management. Guides will show you Minsmere’s varied wildlife, give tips on good fieldcraft, and help you to get the most from your visit to one of Britain’s premier birdwatching spots. Suitable for all abilities.

Booking essential

Price
Adults £7, RSPB members £5, children £3.50, RSPB Wildlife Explorers £2.50

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281

Guided walk, Suffolk

Many people have started birdwatching at Minsmere. Join them on this beginners’ walk where you will learn how to use binoculars properly and which field guides are best for you. You can then use this information to enjoy watching birds as they show you some of Minsmere’s wildlife.

Price
adults £7, RSPB Members £5, children £3.50, RSPB Wildlife Explorers £2.50

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281

Hands-on activity, Suffolk

Learn about the creatures living in and around the pond, with children’s crafts on a wetland theme. All materials provided. Children must be accompanied at all times please.

Booking essential

Wednesday 27 August

Location
RSPB Minsmere nature reserve

View location on Google Maps

Time
Sessions at 10 am, 11 am, 2 pm and 3 pm

Price
children £4, accompanying adults free

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281

Guided walk, Suffolk

Learn about the reserve’s birds and other wildlife, and its habitats and their management. Guides will show you Minsmere’s varied wildlife, give tips on good fieldcraft, and help you to get the most from your visit to one of Britain’s premier birdwatching spots. Suitable for all abilities.

Booking essential

Price
Adults £7, RSPB members £5, children £3.50, RSPB Wildlife Explorers £2.50

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281

Guided walk, Suffolk

Learn about the reserve’s birds and other wildlife, and its habitats and their management. Guides will show you Minsmere’s varied wildlife, give tips on good fieldcraft, and help you to get the most from your visit to one of Britain’s premier birdwatching spots. Suitable for all abilities.

Booking essential

Price
Adults £7, RSPB members £5, children £3.50, RSPB Wildlife Explorers £2.50

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281

Guided walk, Suffolk

Many people have started birdwatching at Minsmere. Join them on this beginners’ walk where you will learn how to use binoculars properly and which field guides are best for you. You can then use this information to enjoy watching birds as they show you some of Minsmere’s wildlife.

Price
adults £7, RSPB Members £5, children £3.50, RSPB Wildlife Explorers £2.50

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281

Eastern Angles presents 'I Caught Crabs in Walberswick'

£9.00 £7.50 concessions

I Caught Crabs in Walberswick is a brand new play from award-winning playwright Joel Horwood.
Fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the play is set on a sweltering summer's day on the eve of the last GCSE exam, and takes an explosive and contemporary look at rural teenage life. (Suitable for age 16+)

Booking Information
For the Box Office and all other enquiries call 01394 615015

Seckford Theatre, Burkitt Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 4JH

Guided walk, Suffolk

Learn about the reserve’s birds and other wildlife, and its habitats and their management. Guides will show you Minsmere’s varied wildlife, give tips on good fieldcraft, and help you to get the most from your visit to one of Britain’s premier birdwatching spots. Suitable for all abilities.

Booking essential

Price
Adults £7, RSPB members £5, children £3.50, RSPB Wildlife Explorers £2.50

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281

Guided walk, Suffolk

Learn about the reserve’s birds and other wildlife, and its habitats and their management. Guides will show you Minsmere’s varied wildlife, give tips on good fieldcraft, and help you to get the most from your visit to one of Britain’s premier birdwatching spots. Suitable for all abilities.

Booking essential

Price
Adults £7, RSPB members £5, children £3.50, RSPB Wildlife Explorers £2.50

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281

See a great line up of Showman's & Traction Engines, Steam Rollers & Wagons, Fairground Organs, Veteran, Vintage & Classic Cars, Commercial Vehicles & Motor Cycles, Tractors, Military Vehicles and Stationary Engines.

See Working Demonstrations! Steam Saw Bench & Threshing, displays of many types of Arts & Crafts, Boats on the Pond & Model Aircraft and Engineering Models in the Marquee.

Equipment demo

Expert advice on choosing the right binoculars, telescopes and accessories. Run in conjunction with Viking Optical of Halesworth, there will be a wide range of optics available to test and buy, so whether you're choosing you first binoculars or looking to upgrade, they'll have the right optics for you.

Price
free - normal reserve entry charges apply

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281

See a great line up of Showman's & Traction Engines, Steam Rollers & Wagons, Fairground Organs, Veteran, Vintage & Classic Cars, Commercial Vehicles & Motor Cycles, Tractors, Military Vehicles and Stationary Engines.

See Working Demonstrations! Steam Saw Bench & Threshing, displays of many types of Arts & Crafts, Boats on the Pond & Model Aircraft and Engineering Models in the Marquee.

Equipment demo

Expert advice on choosing the right binoculars, telescopes and accessories. Run in conjunction with Viking Optical of Halesworth, there will be a wide range of optics available to test and buy, so whether you're choosing you first binoculars or looking to upgrade, they'll have the right optics for you.

Price
free - normal reserve entry charges apply

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281

Guided walk, Suffolk

Many people have started birdwatching at Minsmere. Join them on this beginners’ walk where you will learn how to use binoculars properly and which field guides are best for you. You can then use this information to enjoy watching birds as they show you some of Minsmere’s wildlife.

Price
adults £7, RSPB Members £5, children £3.50, RSPB Wildlife Explorers £2.50

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281

Guided walk, Suffolk

There is more to Minsmere than wildlife. Join us as we explore Minsmere’s fascinating history, from the 12th century monks of Leiston Abbey to the battle to keep Hitler at bay, and why this led to the arrival of the RSPB in 1947. Discover what the future may hold too.

Booking essential

Time
9.30 am

Price
adults £7, RSPB members £5, children £3.50, RSPB Wildlife Explorers £2.50

For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281
E-mail: minsmere@rspb.org.uk