Guidebook for Suffolk
Food Scene
Flavours Of Portugal
Great coffee, thick crusty sandwiches, cold beers and friendly owner!
A warm and welcoming country Inn in the heart of East Anglia, where the pub claims a pint of Guinness tastes just as good as it does in Ireland. Whether you wish to enjoy a relaxing drink with the family, or a dining experience full of charm, the Elveden Inn with its warm open fires and friendly atmosphere is the perfect location.
They’re dog -friendly too so you can walk from the cottage through the forest, stop for refreshment and then make your way back, never needing to use the same path twice! !
The Inn is part of the Guinness-family owned Estate of Elveden and the family’s historic passion for great food and drink carries through into the Inn’s philosophy.
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Elveden Inn
Brandon RoadA warm and welcoming country Inn in the heart of East Anglia, where the pub claims a pint of Guinness tastes just as good as it does in Ireland. Whether you wish to enjoy a relaxing drink with the family, or a dining experience full of charm, the Elveden Inn with its warm open fires and friendly atmosphere is the perfect location.
They’re dog -friendly too so you can walk from the cottage through the forest, stop for refreshment and then make your way back, never needing to use the same path twice! !
The Inn is part of the Guinness-family owned Estate of Elveden and the family’s historic passion for great food and drink carries through into the Inn’s philosophy.
Sightseeing
Within Thetford Forest, there are plenty of activities and attractions for all the family. For the energetic visit Go Ape!, an assault course of ropes swings and zip slides set in the glorious Norfolk woodland, or hire bikes to discover the woodland at your own pace.
There are 26 walking trails around the forest for all to enjoy. For family fun enjoy the Giant Play Sculpture Trail or for wildlife enthusiasts, stroll through the rich woodland keeping your eyes peeled for shy deer. Each walk is clearly marked and most are suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs. Or you can make your own walk using the OS map in the cottage.
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Thetford Forest Park
Within Thetford Forest, there are plenty of activities and attractions for all the family. For the energetic visit Go Ape!, an assault course of ropes swings and zip slides set in the glorious Norfolk woodland, or hire bikes to discover the woodland at your own pace.
There are 26 walking trails around the forest for all to enjoy. For family fun enjoy the Giant Play Sculpture Trail or for wildlife enthusiasts, stroll through the rich woodland keeping your eyes peeled for shy deer. Each walk is clearly marked and most are suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs. Or you can make your own walk using the OS map in the cottage.
A fascinating Neolithic flint mine and displays and is the UK’s first industrial site. For the brave visitor, descend 9 metres into an excavated mine for an incredible experience.
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Grimes Graves Visitors Centre
A fascinating Neolithic flint mine and displays and is the UK’s first industrial site. For the brave visitor, descend 9 metres into an excavated mine for an incredible experience.
Parks & Nature
In the heart of the largest lowland pine forest in the UK you’ll find miles of trails which are great for walkers, cyclists, orienteering runners, horse riders, birdwatchers, or if you’re just looking for the perfect picnic spot or hoping to see the forest’s red deer.
To really discover what’s on offer and the exciting events taking place in Thetford Forest start at the High Lodge Forest Centre. Here you can pick up useful information on the best places to explore, what wildlife to look out for, where you can have your picnic and purchase guides to make the most of your visit. There is also a play area for children, a shop and restaurant.
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High Lodge
In the heart of the largest lowland pine forest in the UK you’ll find miles of trails which are great for walkers, cyclists, orienteering runners, horse riders, birdwatchers, or if you’re just looking for the perfect picnic spot or hoping to see the forest’s red deer.
To really discover what’s on offer and the exciting events taking place in Thetford Forest start at the High Lodge Forest Centre. Here you can pick up useful information on the best places to explore, what wildlife to look out for, where you can have your picnic and purchase guides to make the most of your visit. There is also a play area for children, a shop and restaurant.
There are lots of single tracks to explore that are unmarked so you can string your own route together – a good start point for finding some of them is Brandon Country Park. The country park also has a café for those that wish to enjoy a brew and sugar fix and avoid the slightly ‘younger’ and busier High Lodge area.
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Brandon Country Park
Bury RoadThere are lots of single tracks to explore that are unmarked so you can string your own route together – a good start point for finding some of them is Brandon Country Park. The country park also has a café for those that wish to enjoy a brew and sugar fix and avoid the slightly ‘younger’ and busier High Lodge area.
Essentials
ALDI Brandon
62 High StJust a 3 minute walk away from the Cottage
Sainsbury's
London RoadFor larger grocery shopping
Tesco Metro
London RoadShort drive or about 10 minutes walk from the cottage
Entertainment & Activities
Mr G's Bowling Centre
Market Hill10 pin bowling and sports bar. Excellent food served too!
Getting Around
Brandon station is on the Cambridge to Norwich line and is 0.8 miles away from the cottage - about a 15 minute walk or a very short taxi ride.
Brandon Station
Brandon station is on the Cambridge to Norwich line and is 0.8 miles away from the cottage - about a 15 minute walk or a very short taxi ride.