Orford
Opera in the Orchard raising money to change lives
Dido and Aeneas will be performed by a professional Opera in the Garden at the Jolly Sailor in Quay Street in their Orchard overlooking Orfordness, in Orford.
Orford Wacky Races in support of Help for Heroes
A Go Cart Competition for all the family, racing down Quay Street in Orford to support the charity Help for Heroes. Side Stalls, Hog Roast, BBQ, Child and Adult races to enter call The Jolly Sailor 01394 450243 Races between 12noon - 2pm. £10 per cart adults, £5 per cart Juniors
The River Alde - An Estuary filled with History
One of the pleasures of walking along the Suffolk coast and its five very individual estuaries, The Blyth, Alde & Ore, Deben, Orwell and Stour, is the peace and quiet. Just a few steps away from any car park and even in the height of summer you are unlikely to meet more than half a dozen people on your country walk. The lack of human development and detritus is a pleasant surpri
Suffolk Winter Tales & Ales Tour
If you’ve ever wondered how the legend of the Orford Merman came about, or where the last public hanging of a lady in Suffolk happened or just where did those UFO’s land in the forest now is your chance
Aldeburgh Cottages
Aldeburgh is a fascinating seaside town, the iconic Tudor Moot Hall on the seafront a clue to the long history of the town and its importance over the centuries. Despite the burgeoning number of designer shops in the High Street, Aldeburgh has lost little of its 20th century charm and is still a haven for anyone seeking a peaceful getaway.
Orford Castle and the Church of St Bartholomew
Built by King Henry II in 1165 to stop his barons attempting an attack on his authority, Orford Castle has had various private owners over the years and is now in the care of English Heritage.
A Walk Around Orford
A Walk around Orford.
Without doubt a really delightful and fascinating village, Orford has retained almost all its historic charm, despite its failing fortunes over the centuries and some not terribly attractive house building over the last twenty years.
Buy local produce locally
Of course it is possible when renting a holiday cottage to do a ‘Tesco drop’ and arrange for your shopping to arrive once you have settled in. But why not stop off briefly en route at a local farm shop and suss out what Suffolk producers can offer you? It could be fun and you’ll probably discover things you’ll want to go back for another time.
Boat trips from Orford Quay
One of the most attractive coastal towns (although the size of a village) on the East coast, Orford has a long and fascinating history.