Spend a wonderful summers' day on Suffolk's charming coastline. Southwold's restored 623m long pier offers peaceful views out to sea and back towards the colourful beach huts and historical town - it’s a great spot to enjoy a cooling summer drink. Look out for Tim Hunkin’s famous Water Clock that’s bound to give you a giggle as the hour strikes. Walk south from the pier and you’ll find plenty of local shops and boutiques in town, along with an eclectic mix of stalls at today's weekly market and the prominent lighthouse which stands an imposing 31m above the roof tops. Take a wander up to Gun Hill for calming coastal views but don’t be put off by the six immense cannons that point out to sea behind you. They were given to the town in 1746 by the Royal Armouries to replace those that had previously defended the shoreline since 1672. Plan your time with Visit Southwold.

Then on to Aldeburgh where the pretty pastel coloured villas that line the promenade make a lovely backdrop to the pebble beach. Aldeburgh is famous for having been the home to 20th century composer Benjamin Britten and if you wander north along the beach you’ll find the 4m high 'Scallop' sculpture inscribed with the famous words from his opera Peter Grimes “I hear those voices that will not be drowned”. In town, you’ll find boutique shops, ice cream, coffee and of course, fish & chips!

Enroute to the coast we'll pause at Stonham Barns Park, featuring over tempting retail 40 outlets in the shopping village.

Our customers love this location. "I had never visited Aldeburgh before and I thought it was stunning ... After this taster, I really want to see more of beautiful Suffolk" • "My friend had never been to that area before and couldn't get over how pretty it was".

Includes free time in Southwold, Aldeburgh, Stonham Barns, return travel and a reserved coach seat. The coach is due to arrive in Southwold (Pier Car Park) at 12:15 and depart at 14:15. Continue to Aldeburgh, arriving at 15:00 (Moot Hall) and departing at 17:15. The coach will pause for 45 minutes at Stonham Barns Park on the outward journey, with a short comfort stop at Cambridge Services on the return (if needed).

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