Browsing local attractions within 8 miles of Best Western Le Strange Arms Hotel

Flatford, East Bergholt, Suffolk, CO7 6UL, Tel: 01206 391153

RSPB Wildlife Garden with flower borders, wildflower meadow and orchard designed to create wildlife habitats and support biodiversity.

Old Warden Aerodrome, Old Warden, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 9EP, Tel: 01767 627970

A unique historical collection of aircraft from a 1909 Bleriot to a 1942 Spitfire in flying condition, and cars dating from an 1898 Panhard in running order.

Unit 3, Richmond Old Dairy, Gedgrave, Suffolk, IP12 2BU, Tel: 01394 450732

Havergate Island is a nature reserve situated in the River Ore. A short boat trip away and something very different.

Earlham Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 2PA, Tel: 01603 724381

The Cathedral of St John the Baptist is the second largest Catholic Cathedral in the UK and one of Norwich’s iconic buildings.

Abbey View, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1XQ, Tel: 08456 770 600

Set in the grounds of the Abbey, you can enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the Rose Gardens and Orchard, explore hundreds of years of history, enjoy a picnic or take a stroll along Cornmill Stream.

Pier Gardens, Gorleston-on-Sea, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 6PP, Tel: 01493 662832

The Gorleston Pavilion is an original Edwardian seaside Theatre situated on the East coast of Norfolk and offers unique seating at cabaret style candle-lit tables.

Audley End, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4JF, Tel: 01799 522842

Step back in time and see Victorian life come to life before your eyes at Audley End House and Gardens. You can experience what life was like at one of England’s grandest stately homes.

Pitsea Hall Lane, Basildon, Essex, SS16 4UH, Tel: 01268 498620

Come and see us in our new RSPB visitor centre, which includes state-of-the-art CCTV putting the secrets of the natural world right in front of your eyes. Open daily, all year round, 10 am – 5 pm.

Granta Place, Mill Lane, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1RS, Tel: 01223 359750

Established in 1910, we are Cambridge’s oldest and friendliest punting company.

34 Marine Parade, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 2EN, Tel: 01493 331148

Yesterday's World, located on Great Yarmouth's Golden Mile with life-size Victorian streets and shop displays, there's fun for the whole family! Ride our full sized Victorian carousel and marvel at how many original exhibits we have here.

Welwyn Bypass Road, Welwyn, Hertfordshire, AL6 9FG, Tel: 01707 357850

Discover the secrets of the past in a steel vault hidden under the A1 motorway. The last bathwater drained away 2000 years ago but you can see how the Romans took a bath in this unique site.

62 The Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 4EH, Tel: 01603 218300

The most complete Norman Cathedral in England, discover stunning architecture, history and heritage. Free entry and free tours available.

Low Road, Strumpshaw, Norwich, Norfolk, NR13 4HS, Tel: 01603 715191

Set in the wild and beautiful Yare Valley, near Norwich, Strumpshaw Fen is a great place to see the wildlife and landscapes of the Norfolk Broads. Nature trails lead you through reedbeds, pools, wildflower meadows and woodlands.

Helmingham Events Office, Helmingham, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 6EF, Tel: 01473 890799

A moated and walled garden with many rare roses and possibly the best kitchen garden in Britain. With a new rose garden and herb and knot garden created in the early 1980's.

99 High Street, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 8JH, Tel: 01638 667333

Discover the stories of racing - the people, the horses and the history. From the early royal origins of the Sport of Kings at Newmarket to its modern-day heroes. Ride the racehorse simulator and experience the excitement of a race.

Access via car park on Lower Street, Salhouse, Norwich, Norfolk, NR13 6RX, Tel: 01603 722775

Salhouse Broad: A place of natural beauty. Visit us by boat, foot, car, bus, bike or train and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

2 Market Square, Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 3UU, Tel: 01279 655831

Church Lane, Flitton, Bedfordshire, MK45 5EL, Tel: 01223 582766, Email

A large mortuary chapel of the de Greys of Wrest Park containing fine sculptured tombs of monuments from 16th-19thC and some brass and alabaster.

The Rotunda, Horringer, Suffolk, IP29 5QE, Tel: 01284 735270, Email

Ickworth is one of England's most extraordinary houses. A neoclassical mansion with its famous 'Rotunda', it was begun in 1795 as the inspiration of the 4th Earl of Bristol - the 'Earl-Bishop'.

69 High Street, Southwold, Suffolk, IP18 6DS, Tel: 01502 724729, Email

The friendly and helpful staff at Southwold Tourist Information can assist you with details of local attractions, accommodation bookings, local transport enquiries and National Express travel bookings. A must for all those planning a visit.

Mander Car Park, Grafham Water, West Perry, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 0BX, Tel: 01480 811075, Email

An area of 150 hectares covering woodland, grassland, sheltered creeks and open water. Site of Special Scientific Interest.

Off the A4147, St Albans, Tel: 01223 582700, Email

A section of Roman Wall, several hundred yards long. Built in approximately 200 AD, it is part of the original city wall of St Albans.

Luton Hoo Estate, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3TQ, Tel: 01582 879089, Email

The Luton Hoo Walled Garden was designed by Capability Brown in the 18th Century.

Wenlock Way, High Street, Maldon, Essex, CM9 5AD, Tel: 01621 856503, Email

East Ruston Old Vicarage, East Ruston, Norfolk, NR12 9HN, Tel: 01692 650432, Email

A 20-acre exotic garden separated into sections including the Tropical Borders, Mediterranean Garden, Sunken Garden, Autumn Borders, Kitchen Garden and Wildflower Meadows.

Kelvedon Hatch, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 0LA, Tel: 01277 364883, Email

Ex-government HQ nuclear bunker buried 80ft underground. Complete with kitchen, dormitories, power and filtration plant, plotting floor, government administration room, 120 yard long entrance tunnel, communication and scientists room.