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INCLUDED:
4 nights half board
Guided tour of Suffolk villages
Visits to Sudbury, Lavenham and Aldeburgh
Admission to Lavenham Guildhall
Cruise along the River Waveney
Admission to Beth Chatto Gardens
Visits to East Bergholt and Dedham
Visit to Tiptree Jam Shop, Tea Room & Museum
Visit to Colchester on return journey
Access to all leisure facilities at the hotel
Day 1 - Monday
Travel to hotel & Visit Tiptree Jam Shop & Museum
We set off after completing our pick ups and make our way toward Suffolk to our hotel. On route, we visit Tiptree Jam Shop, Tea Room & Museum.
Day 2 - Tuesday
Tuesday: Guided tour of Suffolk Villages
Today, we enjoy a guided tour of Suffolks pastel-coloured towns and villages, whose timber-framed houses and thatched roofs make this area so unique. Visit Sudbury, home to Gainsborough's attractive townhouse which is now the birthplace museum and gallery of Thomas Gainsborough, one of Britain's greatest painters. We also visit Long Melford and Lavenham, where we visit the historic Guildhall. Our guide will make appropriate arrangements for suitable lunch and comfort stops, but please note that lunch is not included.
Day 3 - Wednesday
Wednesday: Aldeburgh & Waveney Cruise
Today we explore Suffolks Heritage Coast and the pretty coastal town of Aldeburgh, with its unspoilt beach dotted with fishermen's huts and charming historic high street. This afternoon, we enjoy a relaxing cruise along the beautiful and scenic Waveney River.
Day 4 - Thursday
East Bergholt & Dedham and Beth Chatto Gardens
Be inspired and enjoy a slower pace of life, with visits to nearby Dedham and East bergholt. This afternoon we visit Beth Chatto Gardens.
Day 5 - Friday
Sadly, its time to head home. We stop in Colchester on route. Officially Britain's oldest recorded town, home to Roman remains, a huge Norman Castle keep and timber-framed cottages, there is a lot to see. Spend a few hours exploring before departing after lunch and continuing on home.
BB=Breakfast, D=Dinner
4 star
Set in 120 acres of stunning historic parkland and surrounded by beautifully peaceful countryside, Ufford Park Resort is the perfect base for our stay. The hotel boasts elegant and modern accomodation, an award-winning golf course, Suffolk's only two-tiered driving range, a day spa, an indoor pool and a well-equipped gym. All recently refurbished en-suite bedrooms come equipped with complimentary toiletries, LCD television, hairdryer and a tea/coffee tray.
There is free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
There is a lift to the first and second floor bedrooms
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address |
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Bluebell Hill Commuter St | Bluebell Hill Commuter Stop CAR PARK CLOSED * * NO PARKING** |
Brompton Farm Road | Brompton Farm Rd, Opp Harlech Close junc bus stop Bus stop by Tesco gargae on Brompton Farm Road |
Chatham Pembroke Court | Chatham Pembroke Court Flats Gala Bingo Go Outdoors heading toward Luton Arches |
Chattenden bus stop (Jet) | Chattenden Bus stop nr Jet garage Outbound |
Gillingham Watling Street | Gillingham Barnsole Road Junction Watling Street |
Hoo Co-op | Hoo Co-op Bus Stop Main Road |
Hoo Marina | Hoo Marina Bus Stop |
Rainham Mark, Caldew Av | Rainham Mark, Caldew Avenue Bus Stop |
Rochester Casinos | Rochester Opposite Casinos Bus Stop |
Strood Passmores | Strood Passmores Bus Stop |
Wainscott Co-op | Wainscott Co-op Hollywood Lane |
Wainscott Hollywood Ln | Wainscott, Hollywood Lane, Cooling Road Bus Stop Bus stop before 2 mini roundabouts |
Wigmore Woodside Bus Stop | Wigmore Woodside Bus Stop near shell garage and vets |