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The River Deben is one of the finest estuaries to shape this Suffolk coastline. A Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty The River Deben Estuary is designated as an EU Special Protection Area (SPA), also known as the Birds Directive, and is listed as a RAMSAR site. [Ramsar in Iran was where the nations of the world signed an agreement in the 1970s to sustain the feeding and roosting areas for migrating bird species in selected areas around the world] Famously known for Sutton Hoo where England's oldest history (dating over 1300 years) was unearthed with the discovery of the ship burial of an Anglo-Saxon warrior king and his treasures. www.suttonhoo.org Today these waters are alive with sails delivering the grandest of barges to the most modest of fishing smacks. At Quayside the shore is yours to lap up the atmosphere... You may choose to take to the water, fish from the quay, or just sit and be entertained. Look out for the seals!
Waldringfield is a peaceful coastal village; home to the world class Waldringfield Sailing Club and the famous beachfront Maybush Inn, just a gentle stroll from your cottage (please ask if you would like us to reserve a table for the weekend of your arrival—the Maybush has a very popular menu and so pre-booking is advised) http://www.debeninns.co.uk Also neighbouring is Deben Cruises, offering regular relaxed river trips with informative commentary on the treasures of this much-loved estuary http://www.DebenCruises.com Heading out of the village is the excellent 18-hole Waldringfield Golf Club (open to non-members); and cycle hire from Low Farm as an enjoyable means to explore the many hidden beauties of this Suffolk landscape. There is no village shop but a few of the residents do sell their produce from their garden gates, so be sure to carry a rucksack and some loose change on your walks and you will most likely return with the ingredients for a tasty meal. Suffolk is blessed with an abundance of Farm Shops, one of which is just 3 miles (door to door) in our neighbouring village of Newbourne. To tempt you, we include produce from Newbourne Farm Shop in your welcome pack. Just 3 miles upstream is the ancient market town of Woodbridge - famous for exquisite shops, culinary delights and colourful people. And approximately 8 miles south east is the popular seaside resort of Felixstowe. Day-to-day shopping is catered for at Martlesham Heath (approximately 3 miles by road). For more extensive shopping and entertainment, visit historic Ipswich and take in its maze of olde English architecture and industrious shipping roots. This famous Heritage Coast has a unique charm, bringing together a mix of seaside nostalgia with modern creativity as the summer air fills with the sound of family fun and Arts and Music festivals, including the world-famous Aldeburgh Festival during June. www.aldeburgh.co.uk/events Recommended stops on your way here: just a 15 minute drive from us, visit the highly reputed Suffolk Food Hall and Jimmy's Farm famously known for its TV series. You can walk between the two and discover the finest seasonal food and drink available in East Anglia - Butcher, Fishmonger, Delicatessen, Baker, Greengrocer, Wine and Beer Merchant, and also garden centre.
Woodbridge Market Day: Thursdays Farmers' Market: 2nd & 4th Saturday of every month Felixstowe Market Day: Thursdays (town centre), Sundays (seafront) Farmers' Market: 1st Saturday of every month Ipswich Market Day: Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays Farmers' Market at Jimmy's Farm: 1st Saturday of every month - 10am to 2pm |
Waldringfield Golf Club |
Your view from Quayside...
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