Suffolk For Children

From toddlers to teenagers, Suffolk Character Cottages has plenty to amuse indoors and outdoors, all seasons, whatever the weather.

" A brilliant spot for a fun-filled family or a glamorous group getaway " Boutique Baby Boltholes

Big Country For Big Adventures

Suffolk offers a cornucopia of countryside pleasures for children. The sheer space of the meadows brings a new meaning to 'space to run about'. From playing pooh sticks in streams to running down the centre of a corn field track, this is the stuff of Swallows & Amazons.

The local farm shop features a free farm trail and you can even book a unique birthday party experience with trailer ride and games. For bigger game visit Colchester Zoo

Beach Hut at Felixstowe: breakwater beach & games,kite, ball & rackets, bucket & spade. Classic British seaside fun.

For days at home the long lawn with boule path, hammocks and Garden Games Room provide amusement on sunny days. When the weather prevents playing outside the Cinema Room and Play Station are a godsend.

Endless entertainment 

Stay Barn

Garden Games Hut -
table football, sofa, radio & lighting
Cinema room - 100 DVDs & Sky Movies/Sports
Garden hammocks
Petanque path
Games Chest:dominos, cards & board games
Large lawn for football & cricket
Croquet set
Brazier 'Circle of Friends': toast marshmallows
Play Station II with a few games
Feeding the ducks at the Kersey Splash
Farmyard trails

Suffolk places to visits for children

Framlingham Castle

Embark on a self-guided journey of discovery around the site with our themed trails and lively audio tour. Explore the castle's outer courts and the wall-walk with spectacular views over the surrounding landscape. Displays feature famous historical figures Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard and Queen Mary Tudor.

Hollow Trees Farm Trail

See turkeys, goats, ducks, geese, rabbits and more. You can even book children's birthday parties complete with a trailer ride and games - call 01449 741247. Just 5 minutes drive from the Suffolk Character Cottages.

To see bigger animals why not visit the popular Colchester zoo.

Try 'pick-your-own' farms nearby.

Also see what to do in Suffolk for kids

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call 0044 (0)1473 822620