The Suffolk coastline is somewhere you escape to for peace and quiet as it encourages the feeling of kicking back and relaxing. So, forget your alarm clock but do make sure you get up at dawn at least once because Suffolk's easterly location means that the sunrise there is more beautiful than anywhere else in the country.
In Lowestoft, you should also try exploring the narrow roads called 'scores'.
Southwold is the jewel in the coastline's crown thanks to its golden, sandy beach and huge pier (be sure to pay a visit to the collection of vintage amusement machines there). Eat lunch in the town at the Sole Bay Inn, East Green, in the shadow of the lighthouse and with the aroma of Adnams brewery. See Aldeburgh's splendid Moot Hall, perfect for a spot of shopping, and Snape Maltings concert hall (among the best in the country). Throw in the many RSPB reserves along the coastline and what you've got is a Mecca for leisurely pursuits.

Sutton Farm Maze, Sutton Hoo
Every year, a new design is cut into a growing crop of maize for you to lose yourself in.
Tel 01728 688984 Web www.sutton-farm.co.uk

Visit Aldeburgh's trendy art galleries
The high street is peppered with art galleries and antique shops.

Sample sea food
The steamed fillet and seared trout on the menu at the Snape Malting's Plough and Sail pub are to die for. Tel 01728 688413 Web www.snapemaltings.co.uk

Walk along the Seafront in Southwold
Buy an ice cream, take off your shoes and wander along the water's edge at Southwold.

Visit Africa Alive, Lowestoft
Straight out of Africa! Take a walking safari and see giraffes, rhinos, cheetahs and more.
Tel 01502 740291 Web www.africa-alive.co.uk

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Suffolk Food Hall Ipswich
If you enjoy good food and drink you'll love the Suffolk Food Hall. There, you can buy all manner of local produce. The hall is located two miles south of Ipswich and just a few minutes from the A14 and A12. Tel 01473 786 610. Web www.suffolkfoodhall.co.uk.

Bentwaters Cold War Museum, Woodbridge
Located on Bentwaters Airfield, between Eyke and Snape, the Bentwaters Cold War museum offers a fascinating insight into military history. The former Wing Command Post was manned during the Cold War and now two of its most important rooms have been restored to operational appearance, complete with decontamination showers and airlocks. The museum is open for two Sundays each month until October. Web www.bcwm.org.uk.

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