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Itineraries in Suffolk
Itineraries in Suffolk
Suffolk is one of the largest counties in the UK and every town has something incredible to see.
Newmarket is a world unto itself. This ancient market town, has remained faithful to it's regal roots, as the town that Charles II once set up home upon. Building his royal palace here, he established the first horse racecourse in Britain, a tradition that has remained in Newmarket today. Now devoted entirely to horseracing, the area has two racecourses, the July Course and the Rowley Mile- named after Charles II favourite horse 'Old Rowley'.
Bury St Edmunds is another medieval market town known for its medieval ruins made up of a monastry destroyed by Henry VIII. It also is home to the awe-inspiring 16th Century Cathedral of St.Edmundsbury, a well preserved cathedral worthy of study. The market still runs today and sells local produce from the fens in keeping with the county's authentic traditionalism.
Lavenham is perhaps the most picturesque of all the villages. Suffolk as a whole is known for its beautiful village houses of pink walls and black thatch, and Lavenham is the epitome of this. Especially popular with painters, Lavenham has over 300 listed buildings, most of them authentic medieval buildings, whilst being home to one of Britain's WW2 airfields. Now deserted with the natural landscape typical of Suffolk, it remains a thought-provoking and beautiful sight.
Felixstowe is known as the 'Garden Resort of the East Coast' due to its exquisite seafront garden areas. The gardens are in many respects, a national treasure and they are recognised on the English Heritage Register.
Orford Castle
OrfordThe Sunrise Coast is the name given to the East Anglian Coast of North Suffolk. It includes within this title, beaches, the Norfolk Broads National Park and some of the market towns. Lowestoft is home to two of the award-winning beaches in the area, whilst trendy beach Southwold offers a more classical beach holiday.
Ipswich has a rich history despite often being overlooked for its strong links with London and more commercial nature. Nonetheless, the town is very much a thriving part of Suffolk, with Christchurch Mansion presenting a superb art collection including paintings by Constable and Gainsborough of the local area.
Ely is known for its breathtaking Cathedral , with spires to make any architect fan's heart race.
John Russell Gallery' is a perfect combination of tradition with a modern twist. Displaying art from East Anglian artists - most of which is focused on the landscape - this gallery specialises in the contemporary art sphere.
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