Westleton
Smuggling around the Blyth Estuary
Today the River Blyth enters the sea between Southwold and Walberswick. Go back four centuries Dunwich was at the mouth of the river. The estuary widens out into a wide shallow pool at Blythburgh before making its way inland to Halesworth.
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
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
Sketchbooking in Suffolk - Art course 12 - 16 October
SKETCHBOOKING COURSES ON THE SUFFOLK COAST FOR 2009
with artist Tessa Henderson
TESSA HENDERSON is a professional artist with an excellent reputation for portraits of buildings, sketching and painting.
Inspired by her father, architect Bill Henderson, Tessa has, from early childhood, kept sketchbook diaries of landscapes and buildings she has discovered during her travels.
The Westleton Crown Inn
The Westleton Crown is set in the centre of the peaceful Suffolk village of Westleton it is within easy striking distance of the popular coast towns of Southwold and Aldeburgh and is the perfect base from which to explore the striking Suffolk Heritage coast. A traditional Coaching Inn with origins extending as far back as the 12th Century The Westleton Crown retains the character and rustic charm of its heritage whilst offering guests the comforts of contempory living.Real ales smoldering log fires Cosy rooms Award winning AA 2 rosette restaurant and Charming terraced gardens
Brewers Market at Snape Maltings
Sunday 26th July, 12 noon to 6 pm
Enjoy tasting ales from across the East Anglian region together with a BBQ by Metfield Bakery and live music, all situated in the stunning Snape Maltings.
Free entry and free car parking.
Woodlarks and Warblers on Westleton Heat
Guided walk, Suffolk
Join the wardens for a stroll around Westleton Heath looking for early signs of spring. They’ll look for singing woodlarks and Dartford warblers, plus stonechats and flowering gorse. Meet at the Natural England car park on Westleton Heath (TM 459 696). Booking essential via Minsmere visitor centre.
Booking essential
Location
Westleton Heath (meet in car park at TM 459 696) on Westleton to Dunwich road
Price
Adults £7, RSPB members £5, children £3.50, RSPB wildlife explorers £2.50
For more information about this event
Telephone: 01728 648281
Woodlarks and Warblers on Westleton Heath
Guided walk, Suffolk
Join the wardens for a stroll around Westleton Heath looking for early signs of spring. They’ll look for singing woodlarks and Dartford warblers, plus stonechats and flowering gorse. Meet at the Natural England car park on Westleton Heath (TM 459 696). Booking essential via Minsmere visitor centre.
Booking essential
Location
Westleton Heath (meet in car park at TM 459 696) on Westleton to Dunwich road
Price
Adults £7, RSPB members £5, children £3.50, RSPB wildlife explorers £2.50
For more information about this event
DISCOVERING MINSMERE
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
DISCOVERING MINSMERE
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
DISCOVERING MINSMERE
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
