Even from the outside, the University of Cambridge is breathtaking. The historic buildings, grand colleges, and peaceful courtyards are full of charm and character. Walking around the city feels like stepping into a storybook, with stunning architecture and a calm, scholarly atmosphere. A must-see for anyone visiting Cambridge.

Hundreds of years of history, and stories of academic, political, and business success, and strong community engagement. There’s a fabulous market, the selection and prices are really good. Optimum dining and drinking establishments (ie ‘The Anchor’) and the best Chelsea buns, … at ‘Fitzbillies’ offer friendly and attentive service. There’s also the Time Eating Corpus Christ clock and a Gin Laboratory for additional fun. Punting is an option, prices vary so take note, and the sun can really beat down on a hot day. A great getaway, walk the many parks, ‘shop drop,’ and explore. You’ll love the visit. An easy ride from King’s Cross Station.. PS.. take the non stop direct run to Cambridge.

The city has an aura for heritage and is beautiful but my experience is it should be kept more clean. There are flies everywhere due to open bins.

Nice place. I mean study there must be beautiful i historical buldings. With river and boats and parks and caffes

If you are visiting Cambridge and are interested in historic buildings, there is an incredible variety of churches.... and of course the numerous colleges of the University, a feast of architectural diversity. Also, there is the river Cam, which flows through the town, and has many historical buildings along it's route, whether on a punt or on foot. Fabulous range of shops, particularly for books. The beauty of Cambridge is that you can easily see all of the above by walking. The railway station is a mile from the city centre, where extensive bus services converge. Numerous car parks, but they fill up often, especially during peak times/season: so plan ahead.

Lots of history and tradition. Nice architectural buildings. It’s a good one day trip getaway.

Beautiful and historic, many colleges making up the university and each with is own heritage and story behind it, a lot to see and beautiful architecture. People generally seem very nice and of course educated and shows the pleasant nature of discipline, good manners all around. Punting and visit to the museums and college are a must, a busy place but enjoyable.

Beautiful Cathedral King’s College Chapel is an amazing architectural building of Gothic Art. Probably one of the most iconic landmarks in this city. We highly recommend the visit. It is very unique, but tremendously stunning!

Words are wasted here - one of the finest monuments to Perpendicular architecture anywhere. Go in, have your breath taken away, admire the paintings, and try and keep your heart in your chest. The fan vaulting is like no other. Pick a sunny, still day, and approach the college from the Backs, the classic side - you avoid the tourists, feel more like a student 😉 And when you are done, take some time sitting on the Backs, and appreciate that Rupert Brooke and others used to punt to here from Grantchester for their lectures. I'm guessing (hoping?) in straw boaters

Indeed a very very special place. We were lucky that a former student has shown us this area. With all the details and historical parts of the Kings college chapel. All these details are so special that you need to take the time to observe all the details of this chapel. The colors, the building architecture in relation with the stories is amazing. You can easily enter this chapel via the main entrance of the Kings College. Please do vist the total area which is amazing and combine this visit with the other College areas in Caimbridge.

There is a reason this is a must stop. The ceiling alone was worth the price of admission. The stain glass work was very human. It needs renovation. They seemed to admire the "modern man" in several panels which caught my attention. Yes, all the tourists stop here. . .for a reason.

beautiful, and picturesque place that feels like stepping into a storybook. From the historic colleges and cobbled streets to the tranquil River Cam, every corner offers something breathtaking. The locals are incredibly polite and friendly, always happy to help or share a recommendation. Whether you're punting, visiting museums, or simply enjoying a coffee by the river, the atmosphere is peaceful and welcoming.

Can only visit the chapel by attending a service. We went to Evensong - a truly uplifting place. It made me feel very humbled. The choristers were serene.

Beautiful chapel inside the King's College. It has several sections inside telling the history of the chapel. Nice place to visit when in Cambridge

I found Cambridge Market Square underwhelming. For such a historic and vibrant city, I expected something more distinctive and rooted in the local culture. Instead, the stalls felt generic, selling things that could be found in almost any market elsewhere. There wasn’t much that felt uniquely “Cambridge” about it. The food options were particularly disappointing. Nothing stood out as something I’d want to try again, and the prices were on the high side for what was being offered. I wouldn’t really choose to eat there, especially when there are so many better places around the city. Overall, the market lacks character and originality. It doesn’t showcase local produce, crafts, or specialties in a way that would make it worth visiting. Honestly, there’s nothing that makes it feel like a must-see in Cambridge—it could just as easily be anywhere else.

Cambridge Market Place is a treasure trove of diversity and delight! With a vast array of shops selling everything from quirky souvenirs to mouth-watering dishes from around the world, you'll find something to suit every taste and interest. And if you're looking for fresh produce, you'll be spoiled for choice. A must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the best of Cambridge's culture, food, and shopping - you won't be disappointed!

Cambridge is a market city, and stalls have been trading at the historic market square in the city centre since the middle ages. From Monday-Sunday, 10am-4pm, you will find stalls selling a wide range of goods including: Street Food, Books, Vinyl, CDs and DVDs Clothes, jewellery and bags Fruit and vegetables, fresh fish and health foods Second hand bikes Garden plants Mobile phones and accessories ...and much more!

Very expensive stuff (tourist prices) but a great variety of food & drink including organic, trinkets and souvenirs here. We had some nice Malaysian-Japanese take away. Cam Cattle sells great steak here at the weekend - sells quickly though so best to visit in the morning.

Best place to find snacks and food during the weekend in Cambridge.

There weren’t as many stalls as I expected, to be honest. It’s quite small even smaller than some neighborhood markets back in Turkey. But we got lucky and found a Turkish stand selling gözleme, and it was absolutely amazing! That definitely made our day 🥹

Great for a Visit and a good weekend for punting on the river plenty of shopping options and restaurants only concern was the vast quantities of cyclists and electric scooters and no separation from walkers in public spaces very close to almost being knocked down several times very stressful and would not recommend walking in some areas with that said we did enjoy the experience on punting and the knowledge of the tour operators recommend that you do go for the punting

It was one of the best experiences I have ever had. If you visit Cambridge, this should be definitely in your bucket list. To go punting in river Cam. It was a wonderful experience. You can book a boat for yourself, or you can share a boat, and if you're confident enough, you can ride on your own.

If you’re in Cambridge, make sure to go “punting” on the River Cam. Rent a boat for £30, spend a few hours paddling down the river. You’ll cross the Bridge of Sighs, the Mathematical Bridge, and many others. Many guided tours available. The red boats offer alcohol for sale. Excellent leisure activity in the afternoon with family or friends.

It was glorious going on the river with others punting. The guide was so well informed. It was a joyous experience

As soon as my boat start journey I feel I’m in a magical land for the time of my River Cam tour on the punt. Can’t explain the atmosphere in words. A must experience thing in the whole of Cambridge. The weather was cold but bright day and got some pics. I would recommend not focusing on taking pictures much coz you’ll loose the feel of the punting trip. This river is a source of great nature beauty, swans, bridges as well as colleges universities n many historical buildings. There must b lovely walks especially in summer or spring when the weather is on peak n gives u all to make an amazing atmosphere.

A charming riverside to spend your weekend! with some famous colleges to keep you architectural company...throw in a picnic and there you are in Paradise! 👍✌

I was in a magical land for that one hour in River Cam on the punt. Can’t explain the ambience in words. A must must visit in the whole of UK. We went in late November, but the weather was kind and got some amazing pictures. I would recommend not focusing on taking pictures much coz you’ll loose the feel of the punting trip.

The total experience of punting down the River Cam in the educational city of Cambridge was so awesome. It was exciting and calming at the same time, passing under various bridges and flanked by historic buildings like St. John's College and Queen's College among others. The views are picturesque and breathtakingly beautiful.

The Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge is truly a gem—and completely free! Founded in 1816 from the personal collection of Richard Fitzwilliam, it has grown into a world-class museum with stunning collections of art, antiquities, manuscripts, and decorative arts. The building itself is beautiful, with grand galleries and a light-filled central hall. Highlights include works by Turner, Monet, and Van Dyck, as well as fascinating Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artifacts. Every corner has something to surprise you, from delicate miniatures to imposing sculptures. Whether you’re an art lover, history enthusiast, or just curious, it’s easy to spend hours exploring. A perfect cultural stop in Cambridge, and a must-see for both locals and visitors.

This is a fantastic museum and if you’re interested in art, it would be a reason enough to come to Cambridge, even if you have nothing else while you’re here. There’s a lot of nice impressionist paintings as well as other realist and pointillism from around the same time. As you could see in the photos, the Holdings for armory, Greek, Roman, Egyptian, ceramics are very extensive. I’ve got a big gift shop in a very nice little café on site as well. It’s really nice.

A true oasis of culture and beauty in the heart of Cambridge. Whenever I have a bit of time I like to walk in and get a good dose of inspiration. The museum never disappoints. The staff are lovely, helpful and friendly. I like the new, more modern display mixing various periods under different themes, it's refreshing. There are always fascinating temporary exhibitions too. The café and gift shop are also excellent. All in all, the Fitzwilliam museum is a must if you have more than several hours in Cambridge.

An outstanding museum in an impressive building! It offers a compact and clearly arranged collection of works of art, priceless historical artefacts, coins and much more. It may seem surprising to someone from Germany, but like many other institutions in England, admission to the Fitzwilliam Museum is free. Culture should not be commercialised and should be accessible to everyone – the UK is absolutely on the right track here. Anyone who is in Cambridge and has not yet visited the Fitzwilliam Museum has really missed out on a significant opportunity!

The Fitzwilliam Museum was much bigger than I expected and definitely worth visiting. There’s a surprisingly large collection of drawings and artworks, and you can easily spend hours exploring without getting bored. I also bought a ticket for the ancient exhibition. It was quite small, but well-curated and genuinely interesting. Overall, a great experience and absolutely worth the trip. I’d recommend it to anyone spending time in Cambridge.

Very nice museum with a lots of different arts displayed from various era and places. If you like arts your place is here when you visiting Cambridge. The entry was free, the staff was polite and helpful all the way. Please make a note turn off your phone flash as it harms the the displayed arts. The staff also will ask you politely. You can take many photos as you want. Very diverse and nice collection. Recommended to visit it. I post pictures from my favourite part the armory.

Excellent museum in Cambridge, with an amazing art gallery and Egyptian, greek&Rome artifacts to name a few. Nice cafe and shop. Highly recommended A+++

A tranquil botanic gem in a busy city! An extraordinary garden of plants with some beautiful tree species. Easily accessed via the Park and Ride there's room to explore, learn or just sit and relax. Add to this a cafe with great coffee and the biggest croissants I've ever seen thanks to Stir Bakery, it's a wonderful day out.

I recently visited the Cambridge University Botanic Garden in the evening, and it was one of the most peaceful experiences I’ve had in the city. The atmosphere was calm, quiet, and perfect for simply being yourself. Unlike many crowded spots, here you can slow down, breathe, and enjoy nature at your own pace. The garden is beautifully maintained with a huge variety of plants and trees from different parts of the world. Each plant is labelled with its scientific name, which makes the walk not only relaxing but also quite educational. I found it fascinating to see species that I would otherwise never come across. Whether you are someone who enjoys botany or just loves greenery, the diversity on display is impressive. What I especially liked about visiting in the evening was how tranquil it felt. The soft light made the colours of the plants stand out, and the paths were quiet enough to just reflect, think, or simply sit in peace. It’s the kind of place where you can take a slow stroll, spend time with yourself, or even bring a book and read under the trees. Overall, a must-visit in Cambridge for anyone who wants to escape the noise of the city and connect with nature.

The Botanical Gardens are always lovely any time of year. They are great value for money and very family friendly as they always have free activities for children and there is no charge for them to enter. Lots of lovely plants and different areas from the greenhouses to winter gardens. Only negative points...the food is very expensive and wasn't particularly good (a very bland salad today...apparently it was supposed to have raisins in...I got one! At £6 a bowl I expected flavour and *gasp* a dressing). The other is parking. Not the gardens fault, but there isn't any. This is particularly difficult for disabled people. You can park for 3 hours but that's very little time to visit given the extra time and effort it takes with a disability. There are NO disabled spaces and the pavement is is dangerous for either a mobility scooter or walking aid users. The Council needs to revaluate this! Also wish they'd keep the shop open till 5pm so you can buy stuff on the way out! They are missing a trick there.

Still worth a visit in Autumn to enjoy all the beautiful colours. Such a relaxing place for a walk. We enjoyed the short guided talk about the Darth Vader plant especially for Halloween too!

This is a magical destination, especially for those who love plants. Despite visiting on a weekday, there was a decent crowd, but it never felt overwhelming. There is so much to see in terms of plant life, and we were lucky enough to catch a glimpse of a banana tree in bloom. We were also grateful for the fully-stocked cafe, which provided much-needed cool drinks on a warm day.

I had a lovely visit! It was a quiet Monday, and pleasant even with intermittent showers. It’s a good size - not overwhelmingly big (I found Kew too big for one day). The glass houses were a particular highlight but lots of other lovely areas like the herbaceous borders and the scented garden. The Rising Path was informative. I enjoyed a salad and drink for lunch at the cafe, which wasn’t busy. If you buy a ticket, you can leave and come in again on the same day which I did and was handy for me. I’ll definitely come again!

Cambridge University Botanic Garden is a very beautiful place, with an acceptable level of biodiversity. However, considering this is a garden run by one of the world’s top universities, I expected a bit more in terms of rare or unique plant collections. The garden itself is well designed and easy to explore. I found that half a day is enough to fully walk around and enjoy the entire space at a relaxed pace. One small disappointment was the rose garden, which didn’t quite meet expectations. On the positive side, this is a great place for families and kids. There are engaging activities that turn the visit into a fun adventure for younger visitors. For me, the highlight of the garden was the glasshouse. I won’t spoil the experience — you should definitely visit and see the stunning diversity of plants on display there. It is by far the most brilliant part of the garden and highly recommended. Tip: Don’t forget to bring your camera! There is so much beauty to capture, and the garden also runs a photography competition where you can test your skills. For practical details, their official website is very helpful and provides all the information you’ll need for planning your visit.

Excellent independent cinema with 3 screens and a varied selection of films, theatre, arts, etc. Has a good restaurant and wide range of quality snacks to go with your film. Licensed and you can take drinks into the films. One gripe would be the selection of beers ranging from super safe to poor

Was nice enough until we got sent to the wrong screen, that was showing the last 15 minutes of the film we were going to watch. We sat and watched at first thinking it was something else, and soon realised we just watched the end of the film we'd come to see, spoiling the movie. Because of that decided to leave, won't be coming again

Booked to see Jurassic World Rebirth on Wednesday 2nd July. An hour before the scheduled start time, my partner and her daughter, who had booked separately, both received an email informing them that the screening had been cancelled due to a faulty projector. Annoying as we'd travelled 15 miles and paid for parking, but fair enough - these things happen. The email stated that the cinema would be in touch shortly to offer either a refund or tickets for another showing. After more than a week passed with no contact, both my partner and her daughter emailed the cinema, and both received an abrupt (automatic?) response stating that no refunds are given. They had to follow this up with ANOTHER email to get response from a human being who informed them that they had (just) issued a refund. No apologies or explanations or goodwill gestures were offered. in contrast, when nearby Cineworld had a fire alarm go off during a screening, we got free tickets. We may never have heard from the Abbeygate at all had we not chased them. Otherwise, the cinema is nice enough, though as others have said, staff are often disinterested at best and it can be cold. But after this experience, we're unlikely to go there again.

It's so lovely to see a film in this independent cinema, which has so much history to it. The experience is so much more personal than being in one of the big cinemas.

If you are looking for a unique and non-commercial movie theatre, you have found it in the Abbeygate Cinema. Every film experience I have had at Abbeygate has been brilliant. They play new releases and old classics (I finally got to see Jaws on the big screen last summer thanks to Abbeygate). Give it a go and I think you will become as hooked as I am on Abbeygate Theatre!

Super cute and unique theater. You will love this place especially if you’re a big film buff. This was the first date we went in after moving to the UK from the states and was pleasantly surprised at just how cool this movie theater was, far from average. It’s small and only a few small screens - but a much better experience. They play a large variety of films, and have lots of special screenings from what I gathered. One being a “mothers screening” during the week where moms with small babies can go watch a movie at a lower volume with dim lights with only other mothers and babies in case of an outbursts a child may have. I thought this was a lovely idea for mothers who may be bored and lonely to still get out of the house and have some fun when they have a little one. Downstairs is a restaurant and bar, which is perfect. Upstairs are the screens. The prices and reasonable and the service was great. I love the decorations and all the movie references and artwork. It really was a great pick me up after such a big and scary move for us with the military and meant a lot to us as huge film fans to find this place.

Love this cinema - comfy seats, sofas, great selection of food and drink, less expensive than the chain cinemas, and just feels really nostalgic but not outdated. Highly recommend.

I came here today with my little family, and we had a lovely few hours here! We loved seeing the aviary, the gardens (which are stunning!), seeing the ruins and our daughter loved the play area! Highly recommend for an afternoon out with the family.

A great place to stop for a picnic 🥪 . Some lovely ruins to explore and a beautiful flowers 💐. Be careful not to get hit by the water sprinkler. There are lots of benches all around the edges and a few tables near the gate. I loved looking at the birds. 🦜🐦🦜

The sheer history of this place is awe-inspiring and simply stunning! The combination of a beautiful cathedral, well cared-for gardens and the Abbey ruins makes it a perfect place to explore, relax and learn more about history, allowing you to imagine just how vast and powerful the abbey was in its heyday!

Abbey Gardens in Bury St Edmunds is absolutely beautiful and such a joy to visit. The gardens are perfectly maintained, full of colour and seasonal blooms, with peaceful paths to wander and plenty of seating to take in the views. The historic Abbey ruins add a fascinating sense of history and make the setting even more special. It’s a wonderful spot for a relaxing stroll, a picnic, or simply to enjoy some quiet time in stunning surroundings. Truly one of the highlights of Bury St Edmunds

Abbey Gardens absolutely stunning flower displays. Beautiful walk around the Gardens. A great place to visit.

Beautiful to.walk amongst the history. Definitely recommend

Gardens are always well looked after. Pilgrims cafe was also excellent

An overnight stay in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk for a concert. The next morning we did some sightseeing including the cathedral. Must say I was impressed, by the staff as much as the building itself, they really were welcoming. No charge to go in but they do strongly suggest a donation. (we paid it by card, with gift aid, modern world). It's a church, so it won't be for everyone but I just found it attractive, and clearly used for community events, not just for worship. There is a Lego model of the cathedral, which is impressive for Lego lovers. In summary if you like places of worship, you'll love it.

A beautiful cathedral inside and out, and with a rich history! Stunning views of the cathedral from the Abbey Gardens. Fascinating to think that today's cathedral once formed part of the Abbey, which now largely lies in ruins, but which was absolutely massive in scale. A must-see for history fanatics (and everyone else!).

This time the weather failed to show its English character - cold, rain and wind. 🤣 But, as they say - wet, rain is not afraid. 🤭You can see from the photos the gardens and ruins of the Benedictine monastery. ⛪ It was one of the largest and richest for its time in England. 😮 It stood here from its creation in 1020 until its collapse in 1539. I was very impressed by how the Main Norman Tower from the 14th century has been almost completely preserved. 😯 And from the gardens you can see the beautiful new cathedral. ⛪ Exceptional wood carving on the chairs and the organ. 👌 This town is the perfect place to escape with your family and friends and enjoy a pleasant walk... 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

The cathedral and surrounding abbey ruins and parkland are glorious add to this the medieval town, market and modern shopping centre there is something for everyone. I recommend booking the additional tower tour which includes fantastic views to all sides of the town from the top. Reasonably priced parking nearby.

Very interesting to have a look inside this cathedral. Free to go in and take as much time as you need. Donation is much appreciated. A cafe is also situated within the buildings. Well worth a look ,👍

St Edmundsbury Cathedral is the cathedral for the Church of England. Highly interesting building that is currently used for more/additional purposes. There is no entrance fee, but a donation is appreciated.

Definately worth visiting (visit both the Cathedral and the Abbey gardens, well worth the trip). Amazing stained glass, and the lego model is A+++ Entrance free by donation

The brewery tour was amazing and very good value for money. Both of us enjoyed it, even though one of us loves beer and the other isn't too keen. It was so interesting to hear about this old business and the history of making beer. There is also a wonderful view of Bury at the top! Our guide John was very knowledgeable and a good story teller. The tasting afterwards was really in depth and we tried so many more beers than expected, so there was something for everyone! And then to walk away with a complimentary bottle and a discount on the shop... a really great experience.

Brewery tour is well worth doing, the view at the top looking out over Bury is worth the money. As working brewery it can be really hot inside and there are some steep steps to climb.

Best brewery tour in the world. Entertaining and full history and culture Chris did an amazing job.

Best brews in England, the tour was lovely as was our guide, John. £20pp is a bit steep for either the walk tour or the brewery tour. But, there are plenty of beer tasters to include discounts in the cafe. Also, there is a spectacular view of Bury from the rooftop. If you go on Sunday, bring cash as the till is closed. Go to Dog & Partridge (located directly across from cafe) afterward for another pint or 4.

Tour was well worth doing. The reception staff were very friendly. The guide (Steve) was well versed with the history of the brewery and a keen beer drinker. The tour duration is about 1 hour and a half and ends with a beer tasting session of around 20 minutes. There are 114 steps from the road outside to the roof so be prepared. The view of Bury Saint Edmund from the roof top is great. There is a small shop on site where Greeneking beers can be purchased. There is also a small coffee shop on site called Beer Cafe. If this is review is helpful please press like.

John was great tour guide. Price is fair as it really includes 3 pints for price of admission. Best brewery tour I have gone on

We had a great tour around which was about 1.5 hrs. Toilets in the main shop area so make sure you go before the tour starts. Was great testing all the ales upstairs in a private bar after the tour. Well worth the money and very interesting.

Visited for the Knights of Albion event on the August Bank holiday. Fantastic event with lots to do, including axe throwing and archery included in the tickets. Castle and grounds are lovely and well maintained, however aside from the castle itself, not much to do on the site, and can be covered in a couple of hours if there are no events on as the castle itself isn't very large.

3rd May 2025 - we finally had our day. The team at Hedingham Castle were absolutely amazing. The venue was absolutely stunning, our day was just perfect. From the aging old Castle to the Georgian House to wonderfully presented Marquee, we absolutely had the Wedding we hoped for. The entire team worked tremendously throughout, taking care of us and our guests. Our day ran smoothly, our guests drank, ate and danced and were were completely at ease taking it all in.. We love it, every single part of it. Thank you Hedingham Castle for making our day so special.

We wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone at Hedingham Castle for making our wedding day so special. From the moment we first visited, we completely fell in love with the venue - it’s truly magical. Everything ran so smoothly on the day, and the team were fantastic throughout. It was everything we hoped for and more, we just want to relive the day again! Codey and Mitch x

We had the best day of our lives at Hedingham Castle. As wedding venues go, this one truly is breathtaking and unique. The combination of the ceremony at the castle, drinks reception in the grounds of the manor house and wedding breakfast/evening in the marquee is impossible to beat. From start to finish, the staff were helpful, professional, friendly and attentive. We visited several times during the wedding planning process, spoke through all of our choices and Sarah helped us craft a wedding that was personal to us, with loads of advice and helpful input. They also responded quickly to emails whenever I needed which helped make the process stress free. On the day, Jackie made sure everything ran like clockwork and looked after both of us. We couldn't recommend this venue and it's staff more highly. Jack & Alice Bailey

I spent a lovely few hours walking around the immaculately kept grounds of Hedingham Castle on the Time Trail. Finding hidden shields with dates and letters on. We then read the history of the castle and people related to the castle plus using the letter clues solved the puzzle and was rewarded once in the castle. A thoroughly lovely and very informative day. Several adults as well as children completing the trail. We then had a picnic by the lake. Beautiful grounds and structure, interesting tour, welcoming staff. We had a very pleasant visit. Our family of four from the US found our tour guide, Andy, entertaining and knowledgable and we were particularly grateful that he tolerated our fascination and inquiries about the 17th Earl.

We went there on the bank holiday weekend in August where the castle held a lovely fayre with a joust show and lovely medieval style stalls. We had a great time and I highly recommend going with your little ones. We will be back for sure

This was a fantastic day out. We went on the May jousting weekend. Had the best fun in a while. The entertainment was brilliant, the jousting was highly amusing, absolutely amazing watching the kids (and dads) 😁enjoy themselves with the play swords in the arena. Incredible to listen to the history from the various staff who shared their historic knowledge and showed their personal collection of artifacts. The birds of prey was so beautiful to watch. A definite must go. Very well organised. Couldn’t fault it. And the Sun finally came out. Thank you

Went especially to see Masterpieces from Kenwood exhibition of Gainsborough paintings as well as paintings by contemporary French and British artists. Hung lower than at Kenwood with good lighting which meant you could see the impresive fine detail. Lovely new gallery with no windows. The cafe looks out over a charming sheltered garden where we enjoyed coffee and a delicious lunch. There is also an excellent catalogue accompanying the exhibition (which ends shortly).

Great museum, lovely, knowledgeable staff and volunteers, they were changing exhibitions when we went so can't review all of the space. It like art, are interested in local history, interior decore or just fancy doing something in Sudbury, this is a great place to go. Constable room is also excellent.

A great museum with well curated contemporary exhibitions as well as the permanent exhibits on Gainsborough. Historic house as well which is beautifully preserved with interesting exhibits and a good print gallery showing contemporary work on the top floor. New building for the temporary exhibitions with interesting architecture. Nice cafe and garden too. Really worth a visit.

The design of the new gallery has created a wonderful juxtaposition with the old regency house. There is currently an interesting Cedric Morris exhibition with both his better known flower paintings and lesser known landscapes. The smaller Gainsborough house is evocative with friendly staff. The cafe serves fantastic food and is clearly a destination for locals and the museum wraps around a lovely garden with a HUGE mulberry tree at its heart. My only niggle was the price of entry and the lack of concessions which makes it very expensive.

Gainsborough’s House very interesting place to visit. Gainsborough's work is central but there are works from artists relevant to TG such as Joshua Reynolds, and Francis Hayman, and currently Cedric Morris. Featuring a permanent exhibition dedicated to the local silk industry the new visitor centre was an unexpected treat. The main gallery has green silk lined walls from a local company as a backdrop to some of Gainsborough’s finest works . The old house is wonderful and even has a studio set up as well as rooms set as they would have been used when he lived there. In every room there are is a book on a table explaining a bit about the room , but sadly only one room had a volunteer guide, ( main gallery ) - an elderly gentleman who was charming and gave us some interesting insights into the paintings on display. We visited the day after a temporary exhibition had closed, mid afternoon. There is a fantastic new visitor centre with views across Sudbury and a camera obscura subject to volunteer being there to operate it ( sadly not operated for our visit ). Allow around 2 hours for your visit. We parked in a nearby free car park , off street is available nearby. The garden is very pleasant and it is possible to sit and have refreshments there. Gift shop very good and postcards of the artworks were fairly priced. Standard Admission is £15 Under 18’s admission is free. There are lots of ways of saving money on admission, Historic Houses & Art Fund Members are free. National Rail discount etc. Check the website before visiting for more details. We had a really enjoyed visit , and highly recommend Gainsborough’s House to visit- especially if you enjoy historic buildings , art and new architecture ( the visitor centre has just won a RIBA award ).If you staying at any of the nearby villages such as Lavenham - it’s just 15 mins by car.

Restaurant, exhibitions, Gainsboroughs, Reynolds, shop and gardens. Easily 2 hours entertainment!

Lovely museum, cafe and shop set in the town of Sudbury. Good selection of old and modern artists' works. Very nice cafe with good selection of food and drinks overlooking a enclosed garden. Worth a visit.

Lovely little cafe, great choice of cakes, lovely lunches, lovely staff & you're inside a large giftshop always superbly themed (worth a trip just to see how the shop is decorated as it's constantly changing & a much nicer experience than those big well known superstores!!!) Not forgetting the fab hardware store on the opposite side of the road... what's not to like? Sadly, no windows in the cafeteria😟 but there is an area outside with picnic benches & parasols👍🏻

Fabulous breakfast, good value and superb service from all! Would 100% recommend and return. The shop is beautiful and a real hidden gem for unique gifts

Amazing food and service, would definitely recommend (one of the nicer sausages I’ve ever had) and the cake was to die for

Highly rate this shop and cafe. I took my 6 year old, we had something to eat in the cafe. Really lovely food and great service The shop is utterly beautiful, there is so much to look at. Can't wait to come back again.

Cafe staff and food were excellent, entrance beautifully decorated, spoilt by the lack of towels and tissue in the gents.We arrived at 0925 so would have expected the toilets to be serviceable. This is the second time I have had to report this to staff.

Not been before when it's not Christmas.....got great toadstools and summer baubles for my seasons tree. The cafe never disappoints with the special of today panini. Great outing 😃

Emzo's has so much there. The shop is so full of tools, garden tools, and so much more from washing up liquid to mole traps! There is also a hairdresser, garden furniture, fencing, ladders, etc, a lovely gift shop and a nice cafe. A useful place to visit.

This is really worth a visit. It's not a huge site but the barns are really interesting with lots of information of their history,they are well presented and cared for. The walled garden is pretty and well managed. The tea room is modern and busy, very popular. We only had coffees but the food looked good.

We have been to the Helen Rollason Vintage Day twice. Good display of vintage cars, some of them are for sale. There is a tea room on site (NOT dog friendly inside although the grounds and walled garden are) and plenty of parking on the field for events. They do artisanal shopping fairs here in the autumn as well.

Great place and free to visit, cafeteria and toilets on site. Great way to spend a relaxing few hours.

Very interesting buildings. We actually attended a Christmas Fair. The site was well organised and had lots of interesting stalls. It was also dog friendly, so we were able to have our dogs by our side as well as avoid the rain outside. Everyone was helpful and friendly. I'm taking home a very contented dog thanks to all the stallholders offering her treats. Thoroughly enjoyable.

We had a lovely visit with my parents. The grounds, walled gardens and barns are beautiful with lots of interesting information to read. We were lucky to stumble across a camera club taking photos of an owl in flight which an additional bonus. Had a coffee in the cafe and bought some Tiptree jam. A lovely day all round.

Donation Based Visit. 26.09.2023 This place is steeped in history the barns are very interesting especially the roof construction and the walled garden is beautiful. The cream tea in the restaurant was so tasty. The loos are clean and tidy. Well worth a visit if you're in the area.

Visited the Christmas market here for the second year running. It is extensive and varied with a range of food, craft and gift stalls, not just focused around Christmas. Some stalls are housed in the historic barns which adds to the Christmas atmosphere. Parking is adequate with lots of marshalls to ensure everything runs smoothly. Definitely worth a visit.

We had a nice visit to the Middy with the kids on a nice sunny day. The kids had a search around for some pictures on a treasure hunt style activity and got a small gift as a reward, we also had a few trips on the trains and a look round some model railways. We ended our trip having a drink from the carriage bar which was lovely. The Middy is a beautiful little place with some interesting history. The train ride is not particularly long, although it will be interesting to see how this develops as there are plans to extend it. We probably stayed for about 2.5 hours in total. Unfortunately, there wasn't quite enough for the kids to keep them occupied longer than this, but we enjoyed the time that we were there.

I loved the review from Sam Behling he visited and was disappointed that he had to pay admission to use the cafe, what did he expect! You visit for the museum the cafe is there for the visitor not the passer by.. Furthermore his entitled friend sneaked in to use the pub. My review now, it’s a project in the making it’s a great little railway, staff are really chatty and knowledgeable, one volunteer wasn’t exactly knowledgeable so he passed me onto to someone who could. The cafe was good value even factoring in the admission😁

Was staying locally in a cottage in Stowupland within their welcome pack had a leaflet for Mid-Suffolk Light Railway, having checked the website we noticed it was their last open day before closing for the summer season and planned to make a visit, my son loves Railways and trains which MSLR offered a wide variety of rolling stock, When we arrived we were kindly greeted by the front of house staff in the ticket office and told about the end of season event which included some vintage vehicles, live music and morris dancing, the ticket allowed us access to all the site has to offer as well as unlimited trips on the railway, the Aspal station platform was still a working progress which meant we were not able to disembark and see the platform but it was an enjoyable day none the less, Great onsite facilities including a cafe, bar and multiple information displays about the sites history, ample parking for both regular perking and those who require disabled access and toilets

Great time at middi today. Great to hear about the line extension being completed just waiting for that footpath permission being signed off looking forward to extension opening soon hopefully 2025 . New loco on loan smashing . The loco,'s in the shed are progressing on a pace the people working on them are really knowledgable and great to answer questions . Tea room lovely and a real ale bar as well . Really enjoy my visits here

the mid suffolk light railway having now been, i can say there are some great staff that are passionate and some that are not, notes of a few that need better people skills, a guy working the points on 03/08/25, very fussy and condescending as the train was finished for the day, stating " ill get in the way of your shot, if you do not move", it could have been said in a much better way ", The women over charged me for my tickets, when i have a carer with me is not good, i explain and showed my card, i did get a refund but having to explain myself when they knew exactly what they did is not the best, also fyi dont talk about toyboys or weird stuff like that when you are working, that is not very professional,overall the railway had a feeling of sloppiness, heritage railways are not easy but its the little things, i liked the engines, the engine shed, the model shop guy, but noticed the unnecessary health and safety messages repeated every time when boarding the train, because possible suing or being liable etc got old " dont jump out, stay in the train" stick up for yourself, tell them to shove it, people are not going to get out of a moving train i mean its the slowest ride ive been on, crawling along, this feeble cowardly world we now live in where everything is spoilt, so overall maintain and repair the 1800s carriages they need it , lots of wear and tear, the carriages needed brakes oiling, very screechy, clean out the smoke box very sooty, suggestion make the loco run abit faster even go up the line twice at good speed as an idea as it was snailing along, thank you to all the friendly staff good job and very smart.

Absolutely fantastic little railway. A credit to it's volunteers. It is hard work to achieve what we all do to keep railways alive. Keep it up.

Wonderful new year's day here, riding on the train, being entertained by a fantastic mandolin player in the bar made from a converted carriage. Free mince pies appeared too and were offered to all. We were given a tour of the footplate by the friendly volunteers, saw a vintage lamp display and had a marvellous time. What a lovely, friendly place.

Had a lovely day out here plenty of animals to see,some were hiding in their beds as it was a bit chilly but you could peep at them there. There's walk through areas to get up close. Plenty of food and drink cafes dotted through the zoo and picnic benches too. Definitely worth a visit.

Love a zoo trip!! such an enjoyable experience. Great variety of animals to see and even though it can be very busy you still see and enjoy it all. The animals all have great spacious enclosures and plenty of items in for them to enjoy. There is plenty of things to see and to do which is great. The Gift shop at the end is brilliant as well, has a great variety of things for all ages.

What an amazing zoological zoo. It's started off as wet and windy but cleared up as there was many indoor areas to visit. The meerkats took abit of coaching to get them outside but eventually came out. Feeding the giraffes was really good and exciting for the children. Well grown ups. The staff were really helpful and knew exactly where to send you when lost for the next adventure around the park. So many animals and looked in good care. Lots of schools visiting which was good to see. Well done teams.

Had a very nice day. Very nice experience during the visit. The zoo is very easy to find with plenty of parking. The staff is very nice and helpful. You can stroll around the park in a relaxing enjoyable atmosphere. The zoo is easily accesible for wheel chair users and the benches around the park come in handy for those who have issues walking longer distances. The zoo beeing situated in a field away from towns, villages is very nice and gives you a better touch with nature. The large animal section is very nice. Also note that animals might take a nap exactly when you want to film or take a photo of them...with patience you can still catch them moving around. The restaurant offers good food and you can enjoy the food outside in nice weather. Kids playground close to the restaurant. Toilets also around the park are clean. You can get a ride on a mini train. The souvenir shop is nicely organised, affordable prices. The plush animals are very nicely made. Definitely worth a day visiting. Best to buy tickets in advance. You'll find a nice biodiversity animal range. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Better buy tickets in advance or an year pass if you plan to visit more times.

Really enjoyable day and a huge variety of animals to see. It’s really well laid out and the animals all looked happy. The Africa section was impressive. The elephants and giraffes seemed happy. Every turn you took there was something new to discover. Food options were a bit hit and miss with long waits for average not even hot food. That was the only down side but went for the animals hence the 5 star review. The green anacondas were stunning as were the chimpanzees

I had an absolutely fantastic time visiting Colchester Zoo! One of the highlights of the day was the amazing train ride that took us on a scenic journey around the park, giving us a chance to see the majority of the animals from a unique and relaxing perspective. It was such a fun and convenient way to explore the zoo. Another great feature was the variety of informative talks held at different animal enclosures throughout the day. These talks gave us the chance to learn more about the animals, their behaviors, and conservation efforts, all while getting a closer look at them. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what they do. Overall, it was a brilliant experience—perfect for families, couples, or anyone who loves animals. Highly recommend visiting Colchester Zoo for a memorable and educational day out!

A great day out. I came with my six and ten year old and they loved the day. We didn't get to see all the animals but we did see most of them. We were there from 11.30 to 6pm l. There were plenty of places to sit and eat lunch/snacks. Lots of playgrounds, exhibits and interactive places.

Genuinely one of the best theatre venues I've ever visited. The auditorium is large but all on one tier, access to seats is pretty easy. The menu is reasonably priced and quite extensive. Slushies are always a bonus, and the pantos done here are a marvel.

My first visit to the Mercury Theatre exceeded expectations. The auditorium has raked seats ensuring that you get a clear view of the stage without having to peer around the heads of people in the rows in front of you, although the seats are a little narrow. The performance that I saw was slick, professional and the acoustics were very good. The actors could be heard clearly. There is a café and bar onsite and, an added bonus for the ladies, the toilets were plentiful, unlike in London where you all have to queue for two or three toilets. Parking at St Mary's car park was easy and only a few minutes walk to the theatre. I'll definitely be visiting again.

Loved the theatre but hated the performance of Private Lives . My wife and I left at the interval. This production had none of the waspish humour you expect in a Coward play. It was poorly acted...you didn't care what happened to the characters. We were, however, impressed by the theatre.

1st time visitor. Was very impressed with venue. Comfy rooms seats. Great sound. We saw endless love. Good show. Only comment would be upstairs bar was shut in interval and downstairs was rammed. Barely got drink before interval finished. Otherwise was great x

Lovely comfortable seats and positioned so that you look over the heads Infront of you. Lovely cafe serving a variety of food. Great coffee always a bonus. The staff were all lovely and very friendly. Can't wait to visit again.

Wonderful auditorium, we went to see Adam Frost. We were up at the back when these really distracting noises started behind us during the second half. There was music, a compere and lots of singing and clapping. It was almost impossible to hear Adam Frost. Lots of people around us were complaining. We were apologised to at the end and told it was a party in the studio next door. One usherette said that people have complained a lot. THEN PLEASE DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT MERCURY. A few more layers of insulation or no party when there's a speaker in the main auditorium. It can't be that difficult, but when you have paid good money to hear someone speak you do expect to be able to hear them.

The Mercury is a brilliant and somewhat unique venue, certainly in East Anglia, in that it has specific seating areas for those with disabilities, meaning that they are not required to move around to enable others to access seating. These boxes are very comfortable, and the staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Headsets are available for those who require assisted listening, and many in-house productions feature audio description and detailthe touch tours, both of which enable those as are blind such as myself to access and gain more from the shows we attend. Food and drink is always lovely, and the disabled toilets are very easy to access. There is designated disabled parking, with the only drawback being the requirement to navigate somewhat narrow bollards. I am also hopeful the adult pantomime will some day be audio described, and that actors will wear microphones on stage at some point, as it can be difficult to understand dialogue at times. Overall, this is a must visit venue for tourists locals alike.

Cozy little castle with a small surrounding park. There is not much going on inside, the whole interior is converted to a modern exhibition with different artifacts. 30-40 mins was enough to walk. There is a toilet (ran out of toilet paper). Also, no family discounts and they are not part of English heritage. For a family of 4 we paid about 50 GBP which is terrible. Guided tours cost extra.

A great day out. The grounds are well worth seeing (hence the couple of pictures) as well but once inside, the castle is interactive, very well laid out and really interesting. The staff were incredibly helpful and their customer service was first rate. Highly recommend.

We took our 8 year old granddaughter who was fascinated. Lovely staff who were very well informed. We all loved it and plan to make a return visit very soon. To much to take in on one visit.

A beautiful castle on the outside and an excellent, informative museum on the inside. The kids loved it, especially the interactive activities. It is set within some gorgeous grounds and pretty gardens. Highly recommended.

Amazing castle 🏰 to look at, although there are parts that have fencing around due to the deteration of brick work, but for a 900 year old building, it's doing pretty well. You can visit inside at a cost of £13.50 per adult, and as far as I know, there's plenty to see inside. The grounds around it are well maintained with lovely flower and rose beds. Well worth a visit and a walk around the grounds, good day out.

Colchester Castle is an amazing place to visit! The history here is fascinating, and the museum is very well organized with lots of interesting exhibits. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and the interactive displays make it fun for both adults and children. The castle and the surrounding park are beautiful and perfect for a relaxing day out. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in Colchester!

Visited today with a relative and it was nice to read about the history of the castle and the area, as well as see some artefacts in the museum etc too. It was a very small castle compared to what I was expecting, we managed to see the museum in an hour or so, and we were taking our time, and we did also pay the additional £4.75 each to do the guided tour, which gives you access to the vaults underground with the guide, as well as the roof (not much to see on the roof to be honest but it was interesting anyway). No cafe facilities on site but the day ticket allows you to re enter if you leave and want to come back in. I wouldn’t say you need anymore than an hour and a half maximum here to see everything within the castle museum.

This is a lovely park, well maintained and with a diverse landscape, covering sport grounds, a play ground, a flower garden, tree lined walking paths, a lake, a koi pond, a sandpit and most famously - a castle. It’s great in any weather but summer and autumn are the best seasons to admire the spectacle of colors in the park.

We visited & stayed in Colchester to see James & Texas, as part of the summer series. Decided to visit castle & took part in the tour. Tour guide Gillian was fabulous, talked to us a lot & great knowledge. Castle is very interesting. We had fun in Colchester & found the people to be very friendly & helpful.

Saw Craig David at Lower Castle Park. Helpful staff, toilets were close by, amazing experience. One negative, if you don't know the area very well it's very hard to find the car park for events. I paid for parking but couldn't find where the car park was! 🤔😕

Castle Park in Colchester is the perfect spot to unwind on a warm summer’s day. The gentle rustle of leaves, the fresh breeze drifting through the trees, and the laughter of children playing create such a peaceful atmosphere. The playground is beautifully designed, giving kids plenty of space to run, climb, and explore. There’s even a drinking water tap close by, a small but thoughtful touch that keeps little adventurers refreshed during their play. The park is dotted with tall, leafy trees, offering cool shade and a sense of calm no matter how hot the day gets. Walking through, you can’t help but feel you’ve stepped into a place where history and nature blend seamlessly. The only thing missing from my visit was stepping inside the castle itself. It would have been incredible to wander through its ancient halls and imagine the stories it could tell, especially since it was my very first trip to Colchester.

Castle park concert - don't go VIP it's a complete waste of money. You get a spot furthest away from the stage with minimal views of the stage. The toilets were nice, but that's it. And whoever put the flags up needs sacking. They blocked the screens!!!

Wonderful historic place with nature calm sightseeing and kids playground

Just stunning really, it's obviously a well cared for park. I hope they will renovate the play lake one day. However, It was nice to see some of the old boats have been repurposed as planters.

The pantomime was out of this world. Amazing talent and costumes. Book for the 2025/26 one!

Incredibly friendly and diligent front-of-house staff. Excellent view from all seats in the auditorium. Our only feedback is regarding the massive amount of sound escaping from the headphones of the patron beside us who was using the audio description service. We heard it all and it was rather distracting. Perhaps some better headphones that don't leak sound would benefit all patrons?

Absolute gem of a theatre. Friendly, helpful staff. Lovely atmosphere. We will definitely return. We watched Noises Off which we laughed all the way through apart from the 2nd act which made me cry with laugh - an absolute 'must see'.

A jewel in the crown of Ipswich entertainment. There's lots wrong with this town but this isn't one of the problems. A really good range of performances that should be able to satisfy anyone. The rock n roll panto is the pick of the bunch.

Visited Wolsey Theatre to see 125 years of jazz piano. What an amazing show. The trio from Ronnies Scot’s were so talented especially James Peterson on piano and so knowledgeable. Great little theatre. Need more shows like this one on there. Seating good so everyone can see and friendly staff, well organised.

My first time at the New Wolsey Theatre. Saw Bedroom Farce by Alan Ayckbourn. Brilliant play, impeccable timing and hilarious. Looking forward to my next visit in October. 🌟🌟🌟

We had a tour back stage.very interesting. We have been to see many shows there always good value for money.

Beautiful park with lots of mature trees, a formal pond with fountain and a wild pond. Lots of ducks and geese, sometimes an owl too. A cafe and ice cream place. Toilets. Also home to Christchurch park parkrun every Saturday morning at 9!

Christchurch Park in Ipswich is a beautiful green escape right in the middle of town, with sweeping lawns, big old trees, ponds, and plenty of space to wander or picnic. It’s home to Christchurch Mansion, a Tudor house packed with art and history, giving the park a mix of nature and culture. Perfect for a quiet stroll, a family day out, or just grabbing some fresh air without leaving the centre of Ipswich.

Ipswich Christchurch Park is a stunning escape in the heart of the city, perfect for nature lovers and families alike. The park features ancient trees, vibrant greenery, and beautifully maintained walking paths that make every visit relaxing and refreshing. Park Experience There's something magical about wandering beneath the grand old yew and chestnut trees, some of which have a rich history stretching back centuries. The information boards are helpful, sharing fascinating details about the oldest trees and the park’s heritage, which adds an educational touch to your walk. Flora and Scenic Beauty The variety of trees is impressive—towering English yews, majestic oaks, and sweet chestnuts full of spiky husks and glossy nuts are everywhere. The autumn colors, fallen leaves, and natural fruit contribute to a truly picturesque scene, ideal for mobile photography enthusiasts. Facilities and Atmosphere The paths are well-maintained and accessible, suitable for casual strolls, walking dogs, or exploring with children. The overall atmosphere is peaceful and inviting, a great place for a simple, comfortable day out surrounded by nature’s beauty. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Ipswich—Christchurch Park is a real gem that blends tradition, beauty, and local history perfectly

This is a lovely place to go, there is some lovely areas where you can see wildlife, some lovely places to walk and a very nice playground for the children we also found a smaller playground.

There is no free parking nearby but the park is lovely. Plenty of squirrels and ducks to feed. Also there is a food machine where you can get food for ducks if you forget. Its £1 and not much in it but always something. We enjoy going to park there

Fantastic local park, playground area, beautiful church and courtyard. Lots of benches. Central to high street, public toilets.

What a beautiful park. I wish I had been here more regularly.

What a truly magical place indeed. Free entry to all which is remarkable given the scale of building, but recommend treating yourself to the bargain price £2.00 guidebook to learn even more about the rooms, history and content. Every room was a joy to behold, taking you through time. Even the 'new' items bought in 1925 were 100 years old when we visited and I love how the building spans such a long history! Treat yourself to a cake and a drink in the cafe and chat with the super friendly staff who were lovely to talk to. Definitely worth a visit and an essential break from the noise and activity of the town itself!

Beautiful park and mansion close to the town centre yet you wouldn't know it, as it's so quiet and peaceful. A real gem and completely free of charge (although there is a donation box in the mansion should you wish to donate). The grounds are lovely for a walk or picnic, but don't miss out on the mansion itself. There is a lot to see in there, more than you would think, and the volunteers are really helpful and friendly. Free tours are offered twice daily and are really good, our guide gave lots of info and really brought the place alive. You can wander around the mansion and there are booklets in each room detailing what you can see should you wish to know more about the place. There is a delightful little courtyard where we sat and had coffee which was most enjoyable and relaxing. The grounds are spacious and very well kept, great space for children to play and they sell ice creams too. A must visit for tourists and locals alike and entry is all completely free! What is there not to like? Just go and enjoy

WOW. what a fabulous little place. the house is marvellous, a really breathtaking place. i visited with my brother and his two kids, ben and leslie, such cuties. 😊! they enjoyed the woolly trail as it was a fun activity and my brother and i were fascinated by the architecture of the mansion, such a nice tudor building. there was so much wonderful art and i was enthralled by the beauty and talent of all artists. The furniture indeed did too create a historical setting and i really did feel like i’d been whisked back in time! My brother and i really did have such a special day and the staff were so supportive and friendly, so welcoming and it really was the best time. We then ventured into the park which was such a beautiful area despite the english weather and there was an ornate fountain which really helped make the area so delightful. pet friendly so my brother could bring his st bernard’s and there were even ducks in the pond which we fed bird seed to! they were very well natured and if we could come back again for a picnic on a brighter day, i’m sure we would! it was such a lovely day and i am definitely going to recommend to many friends especially in the summer hols! it was free as well which was such a bonus! there was also an ed sheeran exhibit which was very close to my heart as ed is my favourite singer in the world his lyrics are so beautiful. thanks for reading.

I had a fantastic visit to Christchurch Mansion in Ipswich. The history of the house is genuinely fascinating, and the exhibits are beautifully presented. The gift shop is a real highlight—well stocked with souvenirs from Ipswich and Suffolk (perfect for gifts or a little something to remember your visit). There are clean public restrooms on site, and a quaint café serving teas and coffees with a nice selection of cakes and sandwiches. I sat outside in the courtyard at an umbrella table and it was a peaceful, charming spot to take a break. Overall, a lovely experience—highly recommended for locals and visitors alike.

Absolutely loved this place. More tosee than I could have imagined. Luckily we had a young lady give us a tour,always better. Thank you, we will be back.

Fun and free adventure to see some neat history. Staff was nice and building well taken care of.

Parking is free on some streets to the east of the park, then it's a short walk down to the Mansion. This is a great place to visit and the staff are so lovely! The cafe is one of the best I have been to the food is freshly made for you, very well presented, generous and very tasty. My bowl of chips was huge! You need to order condiments when you order your food, which is rather clever as it saves waste and keeps the cafe much cleaner. The Mansion is really interesting and there are booklets in each room to read, I recommend stopping and look at these rather than just wandering around. Lots of paintings and furniture to look at and the staff are happy to have a chat about the rooms.

Had a wonderful day out at Jimmy's wildlife park with my wife and two dogs. The only place dogs can't go is the butterfly and reptile enclosures. So much to see and a lovely environment. Ample activities for kids and buying animal feed gives you the chance to get close to a lot of different animals. We saw the bears... although sleepy as we passed and watched a couple enjoying an 'experience' and feeding the brown bears. Thoroughly recommend. 10/10 The shops are great too.

Website does not do it justice, the FARM section is pigs but the rest is a fine selection of a small scale zoo. Powerd wheelchairs available but we had our own and it copped just fine, its hard pac mostly and the off road bit was 1 little section which wont be there once they complete the other enclosure its only temporary. Amazing place, great for family and Adults, they offer wedding packages too, food and drink prices relevant to the times.

After watching the ch4 episode on the Brown 🐻, we decided to make the journey from South Yorkshire to Ipswich Suffolk. Very good visit, had around 3 hours+ on site, only animals we didn't see were the Wolf's & Coos otherwise a good place to visit. There was quite a bit of work going on so it'd be nice to visit again next year once it's all completed. Staff we came into contact with were very nice and helpful, we managed to be at the Polar Bear 🐻's when May have a talk on the P/Bears only to find 2 of them were from The Yorkshire Wildlife Park 7 miles from where we live in Doncaster...👍👍👍👍

We had our wedding at Jimmys farm this past weekend and it was without a doubt the best day of our lives. The rangers at the park were incredible happy to talk to all of our guests, our lemur experience was the best! The food was sensational all of our guests raved about it, in particular the roast beef course, and the venue was beautiful. Huge shout out to our wedding planner at Jimmys Claire, who had only been working at Jimmys for a few weeks before helping with our wedding but helped with everything and reassured us at every point. What an amazing day and venue xxx

Had an absolutely brilliant time at Jimmys yesterday. Such a beautiful and big place and you can clearly see that the animals have the best care. We fed Diego the brown bear and the experience was absolutely amazing. A huge thank you to May his keeper who went above and beyond spending time with us and chatting. Highly recommend and will definitely be going back!

Excellent park. The park is well laid out and easy to get to. It gets busy so book your spot and get in early or suffer the overflow parking (which is not far from the entrance). Good food at the restaurants and lots of places to explore. All the animals are easily viewed and petting is allowed on e of them (goats, donkeys, etc. ). No - you can’t pet wolves or polar bears :). Have fun!

Travelled from Scotland, just to visit the farm, was not disappointed. This place is totally amazing. The talks about the animals were educational & fun. Seeing the wolves was a highlight for me. Looking forward to seeing the new enclosure open, hopefully with a tiger or two? Keep up the great work. Highly recommend

Visited for a few hours. Nice walk along waterfront. Lots of old dock buildings, mixed with modern. Plenty of coffee and food places. Worth a short stroll up to the shopping centres (2). Seemed to have plenty of carparks, but we walked.

Good for a very pleasant stroll, people watching, a bite to eat and a refreshing pit stop to have a pint or a coffee and enjoy the company of others.

Nice walk along the front with views across to the marina

Such a pretty city. The waterfront may use some benches for people to rest during their walks.

I was only doing a delivery to the uni and saw this delight. Looked awesome.

Trip to Ipswich Harbour to visit Nao Santa Maria whilst it was docked here.

Can't say much about the town centre other than be mindful of you go out there at night. There are a lot of people just sitting down randomly and drinking. However, the waterfront is pretty and had some lovely bars and restaurants.

My partner and I saw the show The greatest love of all by Belinda David's. My partner has been to many theatres and shows, whilst it was my first time. We had an absolutely amazing experience, the staff were all friendly, the theatre itself had everything we could have needed. The seats were comfortable however im 6'3 and struggled a little for legroom. I found that the timings between the performance and interval were perfect. The bar was reasonably priced and facilities were good. We are planning on making it a new tradition to visit the theatre whenever we are in clacton. And would definitely recommend

Lovely Theatre. Nicely laid out. Good choice of drinks etc in bar and kiosk.

I went to see The Best Of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons with Peter Andre. It was fantastic, and so nice to see a full theatre. Well done Peter Andre all at the Princes Theatre. Good job.

I haves loved the Princes Theatre since I worked there in about 1992. I try to visit at least 4 or 5 times a year. The Manager, Kai, was kind enough to show me around behind the scenes recently. Love this place ❤️

We've seen some lovely shows, recently we saw the Best of Queen absolutely brilliant night!

We went to see Aladdin at Christmas with my daughter and two of my grandchildren. Absolutely loved the old world feel and so clever to employ people friendly older staff. The whole vibe was warm, welcoming, and understanding. I live in Shetland, so I don't often get a chance to visit this theatre. I am definitely revisiting.

Went to see Navi a Michael Jackson impersonator. Show was brilliant. They had set up dance area for audience who just can't stay seated. Couldn't ask for more

I've been coming to West Cliff theatre last few years to watch the adult panto and it never have i been disappointed with the staff they're always lovely, and the theatre has a lovely atmosphere. Always a pleasure and extremely welcoming everytime 🙂

Absolutely love this theatre. They have some fabulous shows on. The Dazzling Diamonds were Brilliant. Nice new ladies toilets. Lovely friendly staff.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Attended the Taylor Mania Tribute Show – Taylormania What an incredible experience! Taylormania is truly an award-winning extravaganza, and Katy Ellis as a self-confessed ‘Swiftie’ absolutely nails the Taylor Swift vibe. The live band and dancers made it feel like a genuine Taylor Swift concert – the energy, the costumes, the atmosphere… just amazing! The show featured all the hits we love, from Shake It Off, Blank Space, Love Story, to Look What You Made Me Do and so many more. The crowd loved every second! The venue is fantastic – always hosting great shows and performances. The staff and volunteers do a brilliant job of making everything run smoothly. I’ve visited several times, and it never disappoints. Plenty of parking nearby on surrounding streets or along the seafront, and ticket prices are very reasonable compared to the West End. Highly recommend if you want a fun, authentic tribute show and a great night out!

Excellent.Lovely theatre run by volunteers who do an admirable job on a very busy Saturday evening when we visited.Jim Davidson show.

We visited the Westcliff Theatre for the Summer Show. I wasn't overly sure if we would like it, but I shouldn't have been worried as kids loved it. I was also very impressed with the theatre and theatre staff - it was clean and comfortable, and the staff couldn't do more to try and help. I also felt that the snack and drink prices were very reasonable!

This was our first time going to the theatre the show which was called the summmer show was amazing, service was brilliant and good atmosphere and great fun. Tamara and Chloe from the phoenix club that David and Anette organised.

Great experience, nice decor, drinks reasonably priced and great show!

It is an excellent place to visit the seaside. It was clean all over also car parking, toilets, sitting and eating place overall very good wonderful times I spent.

A very nice and beautiful sweet place for tourism, many fantastic adventures to indulge in the middle of the day and night...

this is worth a visit has a very soft sandy beach which is well maintained and kept clean take a picnic enjoy a nice sunny day if you have young children be with them if they go in the water as tides are strong there is also an amusements to spend on the machines and much more the food is nice good day out

It was amazing it was very busy if need help it was there if u won and prize on the 2p machines lovely food in the restaurant not bad prices I will be coming back next year

Very nice place for relaxing time, swimming and sunbathing, many food cafe, places for intertainment, all communication is here.

Amazing place to be with the kids!

Lovely beach was busy as we went on air show day

Lovely clean beach..big amusement centre with funfair and food shops on pier..lovely atmosphere..big ferris wheel..mini golf..excellent all inclusive wristband price which includes 5 different thing for kids including 3d encounter miningolf fun fair rides 50 free tokens and 5 arcade game rides..what more could you ask for..what a bargain value..£20 instead of £30 for a wristband when booked a day in advance online..I would suggest anyone to visit here..been here around 6 times in the past 2 years..booked caravans around here 3 times..and looking forward to coming more..also came by train with a bunch of friends..we enjoyed so much.

Great place to spend time with family and friends. Lots of entertainment, food stalls and even a pub. Or you can just walk alongside the beach and learn some history by visiting the Martello towers built during the Napoleonic wars and were part of the costal defence system

Visited Southend and Brighton Pier. Give Clacton Pier a try. Beach and pier were great, but places to eat and drink were area specific Need more small soft ice cream shops. Clean though. Recommended 👍

Beautiful clacton pier always holds avents for kids Halloween 6 weeks holidays etc… massive restaurant inside with endless fruit machine and games followed by more rides on pier outside which pushes far to the end of pier always nice to visit and walk along seafront towards Holland on sea

Absolutely fantastic. Came from Australia with my two year old and the pier kept her entertained for hours without spending any really money!

Great pier. Looks like it’s recently been renovated with loads to keep you busy.

Great value all day wristband if bought in advance unlocks pretty much everything at the pier. We spent 7 hours here and had great fun. The stuff were all so friendly and added to the fun. Thank you for a great day out.