Jimmy's Farm Pannington Hall Lane, Wherstead, Ipswich, IP9 2AP Whether you’re a Food Unwrapped, Jamie & Jimmy’s Friday Night Feast or Big Bee Rescue watcher - you’ll certainly know who Jimmy Doherty is. So, teaming his passion for farming, food, wildlife and the countryside.. he presents us with - Jimmy’s Farm! The main attraction of the site is the Farm, Zoo & Wildlife Park; with over 80 species and breeds, the Park plays host to traditional, rare and exotic animals - there’s so … Continue reading Family Days Out – For the Animal Lovers
Local Attractions
Family Days Out – Fun for Teens
We know it can, at times, be tricky to keep the whole family entertained during a holiday which is why we've put together this list of days out we recommend if you have teenagers. Due to our rural location, there is a drive time to consider for all of these, but planning ahead never hurt! Go Ape High Lodge Forest Centre, Santon Downham, Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 0AF We’re really lucky to have one of the 35 Go Ape locations within our reach at Thetford Forest. Our local Go Ape was the … Continue reading Family Days Out – Fun for Teens
The Sounds of Suffolk… our guide to the best local music
Suffolk is famously home to beautiful beaches, delicious food and a great football team, but did you know that we’re also incredibly proud of our rich musical heritage? We’re not just talking about our love of local lad Ed Sheeran (even if he has brought global attention to Framlingham thanks to “Castle on the Hill”), nor are we talking about 00’s pop sensations Busted (frontman Charlie Simpson is also from Framlingham). Instead, we’re talking about the wide range of musical festivals and … Continue reading The Sounds of Suffolk… our guide to the best local music
Accessible Farm Stays – Get Out & About During your Suffolk Holiday
Suffolk is truly one of the most stunning parts of the UK. With beautiful coastlines, stunning scenery and an array of tourist attractions to show off our rich heritage, there really is something for everyone. Thanks to our wide range of accessible holiday cottages we have a lot of visitors with varying physical abilities who are keen to get out and explore what our county has to offer. Here are just a few of our recommendations of places to visit which are easily accessible to everyone … Continue reading Accessible Farm Stays – Get Out & About During your Suffolk Holiday
Visiting Suffolk’s Hall of Fame – putting a place to the name
Suffolk isn’t just about stunning scenery, fish and chips and a famous football club. It’s also home to some big star names and the set of some of your favourite TV and movie moments. Here are just a few of the famous faces and places that you might like to visit on your next Suffolk farm holiday... We watch the sunset over the castle on the hill OK, we’re not just singing Ed Sheehan for the sake of it – our local superstar has literally put Framlingham on the world-wide map! Thanks to his … Continue reading Visiting Suffolk’s Hall of Fame – putting a place to the name
Suffolk Family Attractions to Enjoy this Summer
Whilst you may be visiting the farm to enjoy a relaxing break away from the hustle and bustle of city life, Suffolk is full of family attractions which are sure to entertain the kids this summer. With activities ranging from classic car fairs and steam museums through to theme parks, fun runs and falconry fairs, you really will be spoilt for choice... Fun for all the family... Suffolk is a great place to relax with the kids – thanks to our beautiful beaches, nature trails and parks, there … Continue reading Suffolk Family Attractions to Enjoy this Summer
Get Wild at Suffolk’s Zoos, Farm Parks and Nature Reserves
It doesn't matter how old you are, animals will always hold a special place in many of our hearts. It's no surprise then that some of the questions we get asked the most are related to where to find the best local wildlife, where the nearest zoo is and where the kids can get up close to their favourite farmyard animals? As well as our four legged friends here at Damerons Farm, including the dogs, geese, chickens and Shetland pony, there are no end of places you can visit for the day to get an … Continue reading Get Wild at Suffolk’s Zoos, Farm Parks and Nature Reserves
A Whole Lotta History – Local Museums & Historical Attractions in Suffolk
We are very proud of our history here in Suffolk and as if to prove as such, there is a museum or attraction to meet all interests. So whether you are looking for something to do on a rainy day or want to visit gardens in a stately home, we have it all here on our doorstep! Famous Houses & Locations The National Trust has several properties and museums in the area including Ickworth House in Bury St Edmunds, Sutton Hoo in Woodbridge and Flatford Mill, made world-famous in Constable’s … Continue reading A Whole Lotta History – Local Museums & Historical Attractions in Suffolk
Out and About with the Kids in Suffolk
Open fields, woodlands, rivers and beaches make Suffolk a great place to live, and holiday, with kids. Whatever the age of your children there is no excuse to be bored or have nothing to do. An Animal Lover's Playground For animal lovers, we have attractions galore! Just across the border in Essex is Colchester Zoo which certainly deserves a whole day out. Baylham Rare Breeds, just a 10-minute drive down the road from us, is a livestock farm breeding rare animals. Ideal for families with … Continue reading Out and About with the Kids in Suffolk
