Many marked footpaths and cyclepaths from the barn take walkers and cyclists through the beautiful surrounding countryside, these join with the 'Munnings Trail'.



The closest villages are Chediston Green & Chediston Village, with the closest local pub, the Rumburgh Buck, in Rumburgh village [2 miles north].

The closest town is Halesworth. This old market town has a variety of independent shops, good pubs and restaurants on the charming pedestrian thoroughfare.

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A notable venue is 'The Cut'; a vibrant arts and media centre that holds all sorts of events and shows, weekly arts cinema and has dedicated exhibition space. Workshops, courses and classes in various forms of arts, media, fitness and dance are also available.

The famous seaside town of Southwold lies to the east, a great place to relax and unwind with its classic sandy beaches beneath a traditional pier, with its child friendly restaurants and entertainments such as Punch & Judy shows.
 

Southwold is home to the Adnam's Brewery, which produces first rate beers and ales sold in cosy and long established pubs.

The Crown and The Swan are both reknowned hotel restaurants serving excellent modern cuisine.

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Also close at hand:

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• Aldeburgh - A well preserved seaside town similar to Southwold with highly rated restaurants - with four that have been mentioned in The Good Food Guide.
• Minsmere RSPB Bird and Wildlife Reserve.
• Dunwich historical beach, famous for its sunken city, washed away in 1347 and (more recently) its amazing fish and chips
• Snape Maltings - Featuring 'The Maltings' concert hall and associated shops.
• The Fox and Goose Pub & Restaurant (also mentioned in the Good Food Guide) in Fressingfield - one of our favourites.