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Our new steel framed, timber panelled eco-friendly lodges are officially open to overnight guests and we've been gathering photographs throughout the building process to share these exclusive before & afters with you. By eliminating the need for concrete in the building of these lodges, Mbloc’s signature style reduces the amount of carbon embedded in the building’s materials by over 70%. The wood-fired hot tubs are a special addition and guests can relax in them guilt-free

Summer dining across Chestnut's pubs with rooms.

Whether you're looking for a spot to build a sandcastle or would prefer to sunbathe with a book in hand, these six Suffolk beaches - and their respective villages and towns - are a must-see in or off season. ALDEBURGH AND THORPENESS The colourful, quintessential fishing town of Aldeburgh is home to independent shops, miles of shingle beach and Maggi Hambling's 'Scallop' - a giant tribute to one of Aldeburgh's most famous residents, Benjamin Britten. Another blue plaque to loo

With the exciting opening of our lodges at The Weeping Willow this month, we wanted to highlight some of the experiences, days out and family fun to be had around West Suffolk within easy reach of the pub. EXHILIRATING EXPERIENCES Go Ape Thetford: If you're up for an adventure, head to Go Ape Thetford , located near Bury St Edmunds. Go Ape offers exhilarating treetop adventures, including zip lines, rope courses, and Tarzan swings. It's a great activity for both children a

Written by Katie of @thesundayfeeling - gifted pr stay We’re fortunate to live just over an hour away from the beautiful North Norfolk coast. The golden sandy stretches of beach, picturesque towns and villages and wildlife-abundant, gently rolling countryside is what makes the county so appealing. Despite this, we don’t visit as much as we would love to, so when we were invited to experience the new Hidden Holt walking map and stay in one of the family rooms at The Feathers

We have kicked off 2023 with a keen commitment to sustainability and the new willow lodges are a manifestation of this. Our 7 new steel framed, timber panelled eco-friendly lodges are officially open to overnight guests from Friday 26th May. CONSTRUCTION We chose construction company Mbloc for their construction methods that have less impact on the surrounding environment while encouraging and supporting biodiversity. Mbloc are a local, family business and have achieved carb

With the opening of our lodges at The Weeping Willow fast approaching, we were keen to find out a little more about the inspiration behind the interiors from our designer, Lucy, before the seven individually styled lodges are unveiled. Describe the lodges in four words. Natural, relaxed, environmentally-conscious. What’s been your biggest inspiration behind the Willow Lodges? Nature was my main inspiration - we wanted to produce lodges that fit into the natural setting and pr

We know that your pup is part of the family, so as the days get brighter, we want to share some of our tips for a weekend of wagging tails, walkies and wet noses. From things to see and do, to what to pack for a day out with your four-legged friend, this short guide covers it all. DOG FRIENDLY EVENTS DOGA, TURING LOCKE Get your yoga mat out for a relaxed morning of movement by Turing Locke with your four-legged friend. It is well known that our pooches can sense how we're fee

Six beaches that we recommend you visit in or off-season! Whether you're looking for somewhere to build sandcastles or sunbathe, or to walk along a coastal path and see the local wildlife, there's a shoreline with your name on it. BLAKENEY Known for boat trips to Blakeney Point to see the seal colonies, Blakeney is also an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The quaint village and coastline is more suited to 'grown ups' who enjoy bird-watching and hiking along the Norfolk Co

There are over fifty golf courses in East Anglia! We have made it easier to choose where you next tee off by whittling your options down to six courses we would recommend in our neck of the woods. From fanatics to new-comers, these clubs range from playing host to major tournaments to nine-holers, so there's something for everyone. GOG MAGOG OLD COURSE Cambridge This course isn't especially long, but has often been voted the best course in the Cambridge area. Par or birdie ch