Beauty spots further away
Pin Mill and the River Orwell
40mins away is Pin Mill - a hamlet on the south bank of the tidal River Orwell, on the outskirts of the village of Chelmondiston, on the Shotley peninsula in southern Suffolk. It lies within the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is a designated Conservation Area.
It is now generally known for the historic Butt and Oyster public house, and for sailing. The pub is a favourite for dining. There are many beautiful signposted walks in the immediate area, including through the Cliff Plantation forest owned by the National Trust and along the river banks.
Beth Chatto and other gardens
Just 20mins away from our holiday let is Beth Chatto. Beautiful gardens, cafe and shop showcasing essential dry gardening knowledge, plants and landscaping. It’s a fantastic day out for green fingers.
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Annual open gardens locally
Dedham
30mins away is picturesque Dedham, who's history is inextricably linked to Sir Alfred Munnings (where his house is now a museum dedicated to his exquisite equine paintings) and John Constable (who painted many of his famous landscapes locally).
With excellent dining at The Sun Inn pub or The Boathouse restaurant and coffee shops in the centre of Dedham, there is plenty to fill a wonderful day out. You can also browse the little shops and arts centre for antiques, gifts and home wares. On the outskirts of Dedham is the fantastic Milsom Hotels group with multiple locations for eating. You can walk the many footpaths lining the River Stour, hire rowing boats or picnic on the river bank between Dedham lock/ mill and Flatford Mill.
Harwich
30mins away is historic Harwich, situated on the Stour and Orwell rivers, it has long been a place of civil and military maritime significance.
With excellent dining at The Alma Inn pub and the fantastic International Sea Shanty Festival, The Palace Cinema (featured in many films), plenty of nautical architecture and history, the beautiful lighthouse, The pier with the Radio Caroline ship moored, the busy harbour with cross channel ferries to Hook in Holland and a small ferry across to Shotley for walks, there is plenty to fill a wonderful day out.