Aldeburgh:
Strafford House is just a few metres from Aldeburgh's unspoilt beach and charming High Street which has changed little from Victorian times although now boasting a range of exclusive shops, high quality restaurants, art galleries and even an award winning fish and chip shop which is not to be missed! With a sailing club, golf course and tennis courts to meet the needs of the more active you will also find specialist wine shops, museum and independent cinema for those looking for a more relaxing stay. Famous for its musical connections with the composer Benjamin Britten and the tenor Peter Pears the annual Aldeburgh Festival is held at the nearby Snape Maltings.
Other coastal and historical towns nearby include Southwold, Blythburgh, Dunwich, Orford and Woodbridge.
The Beach:
The beach is just a few metres away, all front facing rooms in the house have amazing sea views. All along the beach you will find traditional fishermans huts selling the catch of the day. Aldeburgh beach is also famous for its scallop sculpture by Maggie Hambling.
From Aldeburgh you can walk to the next village, Thorpeness where you will find an interesting Victorian model village which is centered by 'The Mere'. Here you can go boating or enjoy an ice cream at the Tea Rooms. There is a great public House, The Dolphin, which serves food as well as a new Bistro which is perfect for a light lunch.
Restaurants and Places to Eat:
We can recommend the following restaurants in Aldeburgh Town and close by:
The Regatta, High Street, Aldeburgh. Tel: 01728 452011
152, High Street, Aldeburgh. Tel: 01728 454594
The Light House, High Street, Aldeburgh. Tel: 01728 453377
Prezzo, High Street, Aldeburgh. Tel: 01728 454452
The Parrot and Punchbowl public house, Leiston Road, Aldringham. Tel: 01728 830221
The Dolphin Public House, Thorpeness. Tel: 01728 454994
Thorpeness Brasserie, Thorpeness. Tel: 01728 453105
The Butley and Orford Oysterage. Tel: 01395 450277
It is recommended that you book in advance as these restaurants are very busy, especially on bank holiday weekends and peak holiday season.
Other Activities:
Birdwatching at RSPB North Warren and Minsmere
