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Visit the East of England's Waterfront Town and the countryside that inspired John Constable in the Dedham Vale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, his birthplace East Bergholt, the Stour estuary and many characterful villages.
Christchurch Mansion in Ipswich has the largest collection of Constable works outside London. While in Ipswich head to the waterfront, home to the University of Suffolk, The Old Custom House, bars and restaurants and boat trips along the River Orwell.
Ipswich is Suffolk’s Waterfront town.
Constable was heavily influenced by Thomas Gainsborough, whose birthplace at Sudbury, now known as Gainsborough’s House, is a museum and gallery.
See many Constable paintings at Christchurch Mansion in Christchurch Park.
Take a boat tour out into the Orwell estuary.
Getting around
A great way to get around and see the sights is by boat on the River Orwell – enjoy a cruise from Ipswich Waterfront, under the magnificent Orwell Bridge and through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Flatford is where Constable took his inspiration from.
Don’t miss
Flatford Mill, managed by the National Trust, is where Constable painted the Hay Wain. Set within the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and beside the River Stour, Flatford is a lovely place to explore – look at the mill and Willy Lott’s House and you might feel as if you’re walking through one of Constable’s paintings.
Afternoon Tea at The Salthouse Hotel, Ipswich waterfront.
Discover the taste
The Salthouse Harbour Hotel on The Waterfront is the place to go for lunch, Afternoon Tea or supper. The menus are rich with fresh produce and create the perfect local culinary experience. With a strong emphasis on small holders and independent producers every dish will delight.
Ipswich Waterfront is one of the most vibrant places in the town.
Live like a local
Spend an evening socialising on the Ipswich Waterfront, with its bars, brasseries and restaurants. You’ll feel like you’re in Monaco or Nice!
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