Colchester Zoo

Colchester Zoo is a large zoological garden in Essex offering outdoor themed animal habitats with rare and endangered species, interactive exhibits, conservation efforts, and family-friendly facilities.

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1 Lamb Barn

This offering is a beautiful timber frame barn conversion on one level suitable for couples and small families, located in a peaceful countryside setting near the coast and local towns with sandy beaches and a variety of nearby attractions.

Sycamore Farm

Sycamore Farmhouse is a 15th-century farmhouse situated on a working farm near Bramford, Ipswich, offering a rustic and cosy countryside retreat with abundant beams and views of highland cattle. It caters for groups and families, including pet-friendly facilities, and provides a peaceful setting surrounded by nature and rural landscapes.

Toppesfield Hall

Toppesfield Hall is a historic holiday retreat in the Essex countryside with five guest capacity across two bedrooms set in tranquil surroundings with garden views from bedrooms, renovated recently with a private hot tub and shared sauna on site.

3 miles from Hedingham Castle

Hedingham Castle is a historic Norman keep and Georgian mansion set in beautiful gardens and woodlands. Visitors can explore the castle interiors via steep stairs, enjoy accessible grounds with picnic and cafe facilities, and attend various events including outdoor theatre. The Georgian House is available for private tours and weddings.

Lavenham Coconut Mill

Coconut Mill is a tastefully decorated three-bedroom house converted from a Victorian mill located close to the historic town centre of Lavenham, offering a homely and peaceful setting with easy access to local amenities and scenic countryside surroundings.

Near The Crooked House

The Crooked House in Lavenham is a 600-year-old tilted historic house famous as the inspiration for the nursery rhyme 'There was a Crooked Man'. Visitors can enjoy immersive theatrical guided tours inside the house featuring storytelling, ghost tales, and a tea experience with the hosts. The venue is not wheelchair accessible due to steep steps and requires pre-booked tickets.

Near Exhibition: Lavenham Guildhall 75 Years

7–11 Oct, 14–18 Oct…

A locally curated exhibition marking 75 years since Lavenham Guildhall passed into National Trust care. It explores the Guildhall’s history, the local community’s role in shaping its development, and its appearances in cinema and television.