See and Do.

Market towns, walks, food and heritage across Norfolk and Suffolk.

Market Towns

Handsome towns with Georgian streets and independent shops — each an easy drive from Grove Barn.

Harleston
Around 10 minutes away. A traditional market town with cafés, independent shops and plenty of local character.
Bungay
Around 15 minutes away. A historic market town with riverside walks, independent shops and the remains of its medieval castle.
Beccles
Around 30 minutes away. A lovely spot on the River Waveney, with riverside walks, independent shops and opportunities to hire a boat.

A small selection of local places we genuinely recommend — wine, beer and a couple of spots for a proper meal out.

Flint Vineyard
A local vineyard producing award-winning English wines, with tours, tastings and a cellar door. Check their website for current opening times and booking information.
Ampersand Brew Co
An independent local brewery with a popular taproom and a changing range of beers.
Tripolitania, Harleston
A new addition to Harleston's food scene, serving North African and Mediterranean-inspired food just a short drive from Grove Barn. Already earning excellent reviews and a great option for guests looking for something a little different.
Taste Of Raj, Harleston
Highly rated and personally recommend! If you're tempted by an unrivaled range of authentic & imaginative traditional and fusion dishes, this is a must.
The Waveney House Hotel, Beccles
A riverside hotel and restaurant overlooking the River Waveney in the heart of Beccles. A lovely setting for lunch, dinner or drinks by the water, and an easy one to combine with a wander around the town.

Level lanes, water meadows and quiet woods — most of them within walking distance of the front door.

Waveney Valley Path
Follow peaceful stretches of the River Waveney through open countryside, meadows and traditional villages.
Ditchingham Woods
Woodland walks with bluebells in spring and a shady canopy through the summer.
Alburgh Green Lane
A peaceful local countryside walk through the lanes and fields around Alburgh, ideal for exploring directly from Grove Barn.

Anglo-Saxon burial mounds, working steam engines and one of the country's finest small aviation museums.

Sutton Hoo
Around an hour away. The famous Anglo-Saxon burial site near Woodbridge, now cared for by the National Trust. Best in the low light of late afternoon.
Norfolk & Suffolk Aviation Museum, Flixton
A fascinating collection of aircraft and aviation history. Admission is free, with donations welcome.
Bressingham Steam Museum
Steam locomotives, working railways, historic vehicles and extensive gardens.

A few local events worth keeping an eye on during your stay — check the organisers' websites for current dates.

Harleston & Waveney Festival
A friendly local festival with music, stalls and community events. Usually held annually – check the organiser's website for current dates.
Bungay Antiques Fair
A popular antiques and vintage fair near the centre of Bungay. Usually held annually – check the organiser's website for current dates.

Three rooms, breakfast included, and a quiet corner of Norfolk.