Aldeburgh and Southwold are known for their independent shops, delis, cafes, pubs and restaurants who offer high-quality products and unique experiences.

Southwold and the Suffolk coast are rich sources of history and tradition that are just waiting to be discovered by inquisitive visitors.

Sweet tooth’s and sugar monsters, feast your eyes on the many sweet treats of Southwold. Enjoy ice cream on the beach, sweets at the pier or cake on the common.

A few weeks ago Suffolk Secrets were graced with the presence of the Instafamous pooches Flossie and Maddie and their owners, The Bradshaw family. The eight which includes Mum her two dogs had booked a week with us in the wonderful Butterfield

It’s almost the summer holidays and that daunting six-week stretch is just around the corner. Schools out and so are the kids, which means trips away for families all over the country.

Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity for the kids (and big kids!) to show their Mother just how special she is.

The following blog has been written by George our General Manager. Being a Father of two he spends many of his weekends with his family exploring local Suffolk attractions ideal for families. We hope you try out some of his recommendations! 

Southwold has an incredibly extensive history with its reference in the Domesday Book, connections to famous writers and its fishing industry.

There’s no doubt that winter has firmly settled in the county – but coming to visit our county during this time can be the most enjoyable.

So, Christmas is over for another year and it’s time to start thinking about the next big thing in your life – the family holiday.