Spend the day on the Suffolk coast, beginning in Southwold close to its restored pier which now stands at an impressive 623m. The pier offers calming views out to sea and back towards the colourful beach huts and historical town - it’s a great spot to enjoy a warming coffee or a cool refreshment. 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 individual shops and boutiques in town, along with the prominent lighthouse that stands an imposing 31m above the roof tops. Take a wander up to Gun Hill for lovely 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.

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 and chips!

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

The coach is due to arrive in Southwold (Pier Car Park) at 12:15 and depart at 14:15. Continue Aldeburgh where we’re due to arrive at 15:00 and depart at 17:15 (at Moot Hall). There will be a 45 minute comfort stop at Stonham Barns Park on the outward journey.

Fancy visiting in summer? Check our 23 Jul departure. You might also like our Suffolk Coastal Tour with lunch + guide on 3 June.