Top Things to do in Babergh District
What to do and see in Babergh District, England: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups
Discover the best top things to do in Babergh District, United Kingdom including Kentwell Hall, Flatford Mill, River Stour Trust Boat Trips, Lavenham Guildhall, Outdoor Hire Centre, The Quay Theatre, The Cock Horse Inn.
Restaurants in Babergh District
1. Kentwell Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 717 reviews
A 50 year restoration project The House: part original Tudor, with later classical elements, mixed with the owners' personal style. Tudor portraits, interesting artefacts and historic tapestries make this a family home with a difference. The Gardens: romantic moats, extensive lawns, walled gardens, massive clipped yews, espaliered fruit trees and giant cedars surround the House. Over 30 acres of tranquil breathing space, with a surprise to delight around every corner. The Moat House: this rare survivor of a 15th Century service building rises sheer from the moat and contains our working dairy, bakery, brewhouse and stillroom. Special Events: Kentwell Hall pioneers domestic living history events in the UK with something for everyone to enjoy together. But we're not just all about history - a wide variety of family events, open air cinema and themed days all bring this historic venue to life throughout the year. Tea Rooms Free on-site car parking Under 5's are free
Reviewed By Zan190775 - Lowestoft, United Kingdom
We septuagenarians went to Kentwell Hall, for the first time, to the lambing & Spring bulb walk event. at the weekend. It was a perfect March day, plenty of sunshine and not too warm for walking. We enjoyed every bit our day out. The woodland walk and swathes of daffodils alongside the moat were a delight. We heard and saw a nuthatch calling from a tree top, listened to great tits and watched numerous brimstone butterflies. We marvelled at the great cedars on the cedar lawn, tried the human sundial (it worked!) and sat on a bench in the sunshine in the walled garden, admiring the wonderful Pied Piper topiary. We tried everything; the dark and spooky ice house, the fascinating Camera Obscura and made a mental note to return in the summertime to see the walled garden again, the sunken garden, fish pond and rose garden etc. We joined the families to aah and ooh over the newborn lambs and saw the biggest pigs we've ever seen, along with their two-week old piglets. We took 'framed' photos in in the barn, explored the pottery wood, which we thought would be interesting on re-creation days and also the forge, which again, we would like to see being used. Our lunch of vegetable soup was delicious. The staff were even able to rustle up a gluten-free roll for me (extra points for that!). There was so much for children to do too. The little adventure playground with its unusual games looked great fun, as did the Storybook Trail. We finally dragged ourselves away at 3.30pm, promising ourselves a summer visit when we can view the house as well as making a return visit to the gardens.
2. Flatford Mill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 908 reviews
Reviewed By V5588FMjoyceh - Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom
Well everyone says when you get there it still looks identical to Constables painting the’ Haywain’ and it does! Amazing, a really beautiful place to visit, National Trust property also a lovely tea room with seating outside to enjoy the views and wildlife as you sit next to the river, lovely! There are also ‘River Trips’ and many lovely walks in the area.
3. River Stour Trust Boat Trips
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
River Stour Trust is a volunteer-led registered charity dedicated to restoring & conserving the River Stour Navigation for all. The river has a long history with scenes of the working river immortalised in John Constable’s famous paintings. Our silent, eco-friendly electric boats include a restored Stour Lighter & are the ideal way to ‘Discover Constable's River’ at Sudbury, Flatford & Dedham.
4. Lavenham Guildhall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 640 reviews
Reviewed By ASASG_7 - Vancouver, Canada
We spent an hour exploring the Guildhall, which has had an amazing history - it's transformed itself over the centuries over and over, happily rescued from decay by the National Trust and now home to excellent exhibits.
5. Outdoor Hire Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
Canoe, kayak and Paddleboard hire on the Essex / Suffolk Stour from our base in Sudbury. From hourly hire to self-guided Paddle'n'Pub and Canoe Camping trips.
6. The Quay Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By Stuart_Donald - Royston, United Kingdom
Visited recently to see Stillmarrilion. Everything according to plan, tickets collected at the box office. The theatre is small and intimate and the performance was top rate, so the entire evening was perfect.
7. The Cock Horse Inn
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By sarahfR7532NG - Sudbury, United Kingdom
We came with our 18 month old for breakfast with Santa. Despite the growing fears around COVID we were put as ease straight away with tables that were socially distanced, a one way system and screens up between tables. My son loved meeting Santa (who was just as amazing) he loved all the colouring gifts and cracker on the table and we loved seeing his face light up even more. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious and the staff so attentive and kind. It really was a special experience from start to finish and one I am sure we will make a tradition every year.
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