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Lovely Tudor House in Laxfield		This lovely Tudor House in the village of Laxfield is a classical timber framed Suffolk House. Originally the roof would have been thatched (note steep angle) and the door is in line with the chimney. The house is just one room deep and the upper floor projects beyond the lower floor (called jetting). Even the colour is typical of the area.
The River Blyth rises near Laxfield in Suffolk and wanders out to the sea between Southwold and Walberswick. As it does so it passes a number of ancient and attractive towns and villages. We hope to give you a passing flavour of a few of these as we take our photo tour. The Blyth is quite a short river and the gentle scenery it passes through is typical of the area.			Early stages of the Blyth at Walpole
Heveningham Hall		Designed by Sir Robert Taylor and James Wyatt and with Capability Brown grounds, this is one of England's finest Georgian mansions. A Country Fair is held on the Estate every year to raise funds for local churches.
This is a fine example of an early refrigerator in the grounds of Heveningham Hall! In the days before mechanical cooling was invented the only way to chill anything was by using ice. If you had a large estate with a lake you could ensure a plentiful supply of ice all year by collecting it from the lake on winter mornings and storing it in special buildings like this. It has no windows and the only door faces north and it is built on a north facing slope. Once filled with ice the temperature would remain around freezing all year.			Ice House, Heveningham Hall
Blyth Valley at Ubbeston		Archaeological finds suggest a Roman villa was built at Wenhaston overlooking the river.The Saxons fought the battle of Bulcamp beside the river near Blythburgh and it was here in the 7th century that Bishop Felix established a monastery. In the Middle Ages fortunes were made exporting wool from the bustling port of Blythburgh.
Whilst the Blyth Valley is well known for its gentle rural scenery there is still the odd surprise to be found! This is part of an old Vulcan bomber which is being restored in a private garden in the hamlet of Mells near Halesworth.			Vulcan Bomber under restoration in a garden in Mells hamlet
Steeple End, Halesworth		Former Almshouses at Steeple End, Halesworth, built in 1686.
Dating back to a time before the invention of Steam engines, Suffolk has a number of fine windmills. This post mill has been extensively restored by the owner with help from Suffolk County Council. The mill is privately owned and only opened to the public one or two days a year. It is a fine landmark in the village of Holton St Peter just outside the town of Halesworth.			Holton Post Mill

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Jenny’s Cottage, near Halesworth
This delightful bright cottage just south of Halesworth is in an excellent location for enjoying the Suffolk countryside and with the Heritage Coast and the attractions of Southwold, Walberswick and Dunwich within 10 miles. The cottage adjoins the owner’s house and at the front overlooks a large courtyard area. Jenny’s Cottage has its own garden, services and parking. Sleeps four.

4 The Martins, Walberswick
Luxurious and spacious self-catering accommodation for six in a converted Edwardian mansion situated in wooded grounds with a large secluded communal garden. It is just 10 minutes walk to reach the beach and the nature reserves.

Maypole Barn Bed and Breakfast
Maypole Barn stands on the edge of the village green (still used for cricket matches and maypole dancing) at Maypole Green in the southern part of the Norfolk Broads. This beautiful old barn has been lovingly restored and retains all its old beams and much of its character whilst enjoying all modern comforts.The rooms are large and nicely furnished with views over the mature garden or surrounding countryside.

Stoneware Birds
Stoneware Birds make a range of beautiful pottery birds. Their life size ceramic British birds are handmade, hand painted and fired to stoneware. They make perfect gifts for bird lovers, RSPB members or any one who simply appreciates British wildlife. You can buy the range of birds which includes wrens, blue tits, great tits, thrushes and robins on the website. They are also sold at a variety of galleries and craft shops across England.

Halesworth Airfield Museum
During the Airfield’s short four year run of active service it played host to some of World War II’s most influential participants. View the Museum website to check opening times as well as to take the opportunity to purchase unique Halesworth Airfield Museum fridge magnets. Halesworth Airfield Museum is volunteer run.

Coastal Voyager
The Coastal Voyager was built to design in New Zealand, this 9 metre rigid inflatable with its deep V hull is equipped with wrap-round seats, seat belts, and lifejackets for 12 people. Coastal Voyager operates a full schedule of trips from a blast around Sole Bay to cruises up the River Blyth. Powered by twin DF200U ultra Long Shaft highly advanced V6 4-stroke engines, she gives a smooth, comfortable and safe ride in most reasonable conditions.

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