Looking for something to do in Suffolk next weekend? Not sure whether to go on a guided walk or a bat walk? Want to know where your nearest farmers' market is? Discover what's on in Suffolk with our comprehensive list of events that get you close to nature in the heart of the countryside. Use the search options on the right to choose a season, month or type of event you are interested in or simply view the next 7 days of events below. Suffolk Wildlife Trust A number of events listed are operated by Suffolk Wildlife Trust and their own website allows you to book onto upcoming events. Health Walks Improve your health by joining a health walk. Walks are free and for everyone but especially those who may be recovering from illness or need to improve their exercise levels. If you run or know of an event that you think we may be interested in listing, then please contact us on discoversuffolk@suffolk.gov.uk
Friday 24th May, 10:00am Location: RSPB Lakenheath Fen Duration: 3.5 hrs Distance: 4 miles Start & End Ref: RSPB Lakenheath Fen Visitor Centre IP27 9AD A walk around a fantastic fenland nature reserve that used to be a carrot field! Refreshments along route:Available in the visitor centre. Additional information: Binoculars will be available to hire in the visitor centre. Please bring sun cream and insect repellent. Cost: Adult £4; children 16 and under, £2 (RSPB members half price)
Friday May 24th 2013, 10:30am Park in car park opposite church. A leisurely paced circular walk. Distance: 4 miles TL 912 627
Weekly market providing freshly baked foods, preserves, eggs, fresh local vegetables, flowers and various crafts. Refreshments and parking available. Felixstowe and District Country Market, Felixstowe Trades and Labour Club, High Road, Walton, Felixstowe, Suffolk, IP11 9QX Opening Times Open: Friday, 10-11am (NOT Good Friday or 2 Fridays after Christmas) Contact: Mrs S Meyrick, Phone: 01394 272003, email : felixstowecountry-market@yahoo.co.uk
Lakenheath Fen nature reserve Station Road Lakenheath Brandon Suffolk Friday 24 May, 10am-1.30pm Price: Adults £4, children £2, RSPB members half price. Booking essential As part of the Suffolk walking festival, we will be leading a special circular walk of around four miles on reserve paths. Binoculars will be available to hire in the visitor centre. Please bring sun cream and plenty of water. Meet at the visitor centre.
Friday 24th May, 1:00pm Location: Lavenham Duration: 2.5 hrs Distance: 2.5 miles Start Ref: St Peter & St Paul’s Church, Church Street, Lavenham CO10 9QT End Ref: Sweetmeats, Water Street, Lavenham, CO10 9RW Setting off from the church, this walk reveals views not usually seen and includes part of the old railway line. A talk and tour of Dyehouse Field Wood is included. Finishing with a delicious, cream tea at the 15th century tea rooms, Sweetmeats. Refreshments along route: Cream tea at the end of the walk (included). Additional information: Sweetmeats at the end of the walk, is upstairs. Cost: Adult £8; children 14 and under, £5
Ipswich Food Co-op opens each fortnight from 10:00am to 3:00pm in the Citizens Advice Bureau building, 19 Tower Street, Ipswich. A wide range of wholefoods are available, many locally sourced, plus seasonal fruit and veg.
25 May 2013, Time: 10:00 - 16:00 Langer Park, IP11 2HW Get up close with majestic birds of prey from the Warren Hill Raptor Project. Enjoy amazing flying displays in Langer Park from 1100-1500. Admission free. Contact: 01394 276770.
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