Saxmundham
Sandpit Farm - Country House B&B
Country House Bed & Breakfast, an idyllic and very peaceful place to stay. Relax and enjoy our grade II listed home set in 20 acres of meadows and garden hidden in the beautiful Alde valley. Comfortable en-suite bedrooms, scrumptious breakfasts.
The smugglers of Eastbridge
Eastbridge is a tiny village close to the coast at Dunwich. It's claim to fame is the Eel's Foot Inn, now used by walkers and bird watchers visiting nearby Minsmere but if you go there in the evening and talk smuggling then you might hear some really interesting tales.
But I'm no expert so below is an extract from Smuggling in the British Isles: a History by Richard Platt For more detail visit his website www.smuggling.co.uk
Smuggling in the area between Thorpeness and Saxmundham
Despite the popularity of the Suffolk coast the coastline line north of Thorpeness still has a feeling of remoteness. For many hundreds of years Thorpeness was a port but the eroding coastline changed all that the river entrance silted.
Below is an extract from Smuggling in the British Isles: a History by Richard Platt For more detail visit his website www.smuggling.co.uk
Sibton White Horse Inn
You couldn't find a more quintessential English country Inn if you tried, grade II listed, many fascinating features and its timber frame dating back to 1580. The inn is ideally positioned for those seeking an activity break or those simply wanting to explore the Suffolk coastal region. RSPB's Minsmere reserve is just 15 minutes away, walkers are served well with numerous coastal and inland walks, 2 starting out from the Inn. Shooting, fishing and Golf are all close by
ART EXHIBITION BY STEPHIE GRIFFITHS
ART EXHIBITION BY STEPHIE GRIFFITHS - Stephie is a local Saxmundham artists, who works primarily in encaustic wax, but also acrylic and other media.
She exhibits regularly and is becomming well known in the area, she has recently featured in Suffolk Magasine. Stephie concentrates on depicting floral landscapes, birds and animals and has a relaxed, colourful approach to her subject matter.
Saturday 19 Apr 08 - ONE DAY ONLY: 9am - 5pm
The Coffee Lounge, the Bell Hotel, High Street, Saxmundham, Suffolk IP7 1AF
Art Exhibition by Stephie Griffiths
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.
Ladies of Suffolk Art Exhibition
There will be an exhibition of original works of art by local artists Lesley Denham, Stephie Griffiths and Angela Samson, presented by Crisps Art Gallery, 27 High Street, Saxmundham, IP17 1AF (above Crisps newsagents.) Works will be available for purchase and can be taken away on the day. Media include oils, encaustic wax and acrylic. For details of the preview evening for this event please ring 01728 603460. Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9am-5pm. Half day closing on Thursday. Closed Sundays.
Ramblers Association Alde Valley Group - 5 miles walk, meet at Knodishall village hall.
Christmas walk followed by lunch at the Butchers Arms, Knodishall.
Group: Alde Valley
Date: Sunday 16 December 2007
Start gridref: TM435612
Nearest town: Leiston
Start time: 10:30am
Grade: Moderate
Distance: 5 miles
Longer description: Meet Knodishall Village Hall. Christmas lunch after at Butchers Arms. Notify Pauline by 2/12.
Contact name: Pauline
Contact phone: 01728 831117
MINSMERE - Weekend Wildlife Walk
Guided walk.
Seasonal weekend walks will look for autumn migrants, wading birds, ducks, deer or whatever wildlife highlights are present at the time.
RSPB members £4, non-members £5, RSPB Wildlife Explorers £2, non-member children £2.50 - Booking Essential
Minsmere RSPB Nature Reserve
Westleton, Saxmundham, IP17 3BY
Contact 01728 648281 for details -
MINSMERE - Weekend Wildlife Walk
Guided walk.
Seasonal weekend walks will look for autumn migrants, wading birds, ducks, deer or whatever wildlife highlights are present at the time.
RSPB members £4, non-members £5, RSPB Wildlife Explorers £2, non-member children £2.50 - Booking Essential
Minsmere RSPB Nature Reserve
Westleton, Saxmundham, IP17 3BY
Contact 01728 648281 for details
