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There’s some great visitor attractions within easy travelling distance

tidemill
Distance - 7 miles
The Tide Mill

Woodbridge Tide Mill has been harnessing the power of the tides to produce flour and animal feed for 800 years. This is the last commercially working tide mill in the UK and, thanks to the dedication of local volunteers, it has now been restored to full working order.

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orford castle
Distance - 10 miles
Orford Castle

Discover one of England’s most complete and unusual keeps. The unique polygonal tower keep of Orford Castle dates back to the time of Henry II. then take a walk along Orford Quay or stop at the Pump Street Bakery for a delicious coffee and a slice of cake.

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Distance - 1 mile
The Suffolk Punch Trust

Home to Suffolk Punches and other farm animals, the Suffolk Punch Trust offers a unique view of country life. The new Visitor Centre includes an exhibition centre and a small coffee shop. Can be reached on foot across the fields direct from Richmond Hoo.

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sutton hoo helmet
Distance - 5 miles
Sutton Hoo
Sometimes called "Britain's Tutankhamun, Sutton Hoo is the site of the biggest ever treasure find on UK soil. Take a look at the burial mounds from the newly opened viewing tower, take a walk along the banks of the beautiful River Deben, then view this remarkable collection in the museum.
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christchurch mansion
Distance - 15 miles
Christchurch Mansion
This beautiful Tudor mansion is the jewel in the crown of Ipswich’s historic past. Explore the period rooms then see the fine collection of art from Suffolk artists including the biggest collection of Thomas Gainsborough and John Constable paintings outside of London.
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Africa Alive
Distance - 37 miles
Africa Live
Set in 100 acres of stunning Suffolk countryside, Africa Alive! offers the chance to spot a wide range of British wildlife as well as five species of African savannah animals, including giraffe, rhino and lions. The park is also home to some other amazing primates including bushbabies.
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bentwaters
Distance - 10 miles
Bentwaters Cold War Museum
Based in the former USAF hardened command post on the former Bentwaters airfield, the main “war operations room” and “Battle cabin” have been restored to their original condition. Other rooms within the building have been turned into exhibition rooms.
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Southwold Pier
Distance - 30 miles
Southwold Pier
Southwold Pier is a great place to visit any time of the year. A favourite of locals and visitors alike, you'll find delicious food, excellent shopping, breathtaking sea views and eccentric British seaside fun, all reaching 623 feet into the North Sea from the Suffolk coast.
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Distance - 4 miles
Bawdsey Radar
Run entirely by volunteers, Bawdsey Radar is home to what was the world's first fully operational radar station.  A totally original exhibition tells the story, from radar's invention in 1935 to the present day and how the station played a pivotal role in the Battle of Britain in 1940.
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