Top Things to do in Sudbury
What to do and see in Sudbury, England: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Sudbury is a historic market town in Suffolk, one of the largest counties of England in East Anglia. Sudbury itself is worth exploring on foot, a small family friendly town with a shopping area (mostly full of chain shops but with a few great local shops), and a few good bars and restaurants. Fans of art history will be pleased to discover the house of Thomas Gainsborough on the appropriately named Gainsborough Street at the bottom of Market Hill, and book lovers may be amused by the plaque at St Peter's Church which acknowledges the fact that the town was referenced in Dodie Smith's classic 101 Dalmations.
Restaurants in Sudbury
1. Rafi's Spicebox Ltd
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5.0 based on 80 reviews
At the Spicebox we flippin’ love food! We want to share with you our passion and knowledge to help you create delicious food for your family and friends. We have shops in Sudbury, York, Harrogate, Newcastle Fenwick Food Hall, Leeds, Burscough (Booths) and online. Pop by for tips & advice, menu planning ideas and our handmade Curry Packs, tailored to your tastes. We also have a large range of loose spices, gift sets & kitchenware, pickles & chutneys, snacks & sweets, breads, rice and much more. Whether you’re a novice cook or avid foodie, we’ll have something to tickle your taste buds and help you get creative in the kitchen.
Reviewed By annf82 - Sudbury, United Kingdom
Had the utmost pleasure going into Rafi's and ordering some delicious spice mixes for a present for close friends. I was able to check about allergens with complete ease, and nothing was too much trouble. Absolutely fantastic service, great value, and will definitely be back again.
2. Gainsborough's House
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4.5 based on 255 reviews
TEMPORARILY CLOSED - Gainsborough’s House explores the life and art of Thomas Gainsborough. One of the greatest artists of his age, he is renowned throughout the world for his portrait and landscape paintings. The house, ‘a most excellent Brickt Mansion,’ was bought by John Gainsborough, the artist’s father, in May 1722. Thomas Gainsborough (1727-88) was born in Sudbury and was baptized there at the Independent Meeting-House in Friars Street on 14 May 1727. He lived here until around 1740 when, as a young teenager, he was sent to London to pursue a career as an artist. He returned to Sudbury in the spring of 1749 until 1752 when he painted his celebrated Mr and Mrs Andrews. He never lost the influence of his native town and county. ‘Nature was his teacher, and the woods of Suffolk his academy,’ noted an obituary after his death in 1788.
Reviewed By awb_11 - Billericay, United Kingdom
Fortunately a previously unsatisfactory experience here has been superseded by much more pleasant visits - two this year, in fact, for different exhibitions. This is a very agreeable place to enjoy some quality art in an atmospheric building - there's also a lovely garden, and the staff are good. The house is closing for a major refurb in a month's time, so don't be caught out... it's to be hoped that this doesn't negatively impact on the 'atmospheric building'.
3. Outdoor Hire Centre
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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.
4. River Stour Trust Boat Trips
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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.
5. The Quay Theatre
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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.
6. Sudbury Tourist Information Centre
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4.5 based on 33 reviews
Tourist Information Centre for Sudbury, Suffolk and the surrounding areas. Visitors and locals always welcome.
Reviewed By 1936VESH - Sudbury, United Kingdom
Very efficient and friendly. Maps, souvenirs and will book travel and events. In the library is on the south side of the Market place which has imposing columns.
7. St Peter's Cultural Venue
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4.0 based on 29 reviews
In 1971 St Peter's Church was closed for public worship. It is now a cultural and community venue in the care of The Churches Conservation Trust. St Peter's hosts a variety of performances, fairs and exhibitions but is also open for sightseeing. Entrance is usually free of charge, except when there is an event taking place. St Peter's is currently in the process of a major £2.5M regeneration project and will close to the public in September 2021 for urgent repairs and to update facilities. Reopening is planned for Spring 2023 when there will be an exciting programme of events taking place for the local community and visitors alike!
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