Darsham

WESTLETON

The unspoilt village of Westleton is home to Westleton Heath National Trust Nature Reserve with its rolling views of gorgeous heather.

Don’t miss: Enjoying a picnic on the green overlooking the duck pond. Browsing the stacks of books in the two second-hand bookshops that Westleton has to offer. Taking a seat in front of the fire after a good winter walk at The Westleton Crown or a pint with the locals in the White Horse Inn. A mighty slice of cake at The Snug Tearoom.

THE WESTLETON CROWN

Just a stone’s throw from the Suffolk coast, there’s no better place for a relaxing and peaceful getaway than The Westleton Crown. Newly refurbished, the hotel and restaurant’s interiors are inspired by the wildlife and stunning scenery that surround the property. From heather, gorse, sand and sea, everything is captured in the comfortable, stylish bar, restaurant, garden room and beautiful bedrooms, many of which have been designed to be pooch-perfect. During a relaxing stay, Executive Head Chef Kieran Drinkwater and his team will treat you to a mouth-watering meal from their imaginative and varied menus, featuring dishes inspired by farm, land and sea.

The Street, Westleton, Nr Southwold IP17 3AD T. 01728 648777/ www.westletoncrown.co.uk

SUFFOLK FOLK

Sonja has lived in Suffolk for 25 years. After a long career in the education sector, as well as brief interludes in retail and hospitality, she has recently taken over as Manager of the Visitor Centre, shop, café and gardens at The Suffolk Punch Trust in Hollesley near Woodbridge.

SONJA MOON

FAVOURITE SHOP Aldeburgh Market for its fantastic shellfish and The Orford Village shop for everything you could possibly need for your Suffolk stay.

FAVOURITE PLACE TO EAT

Stuart Mackenzie always makes us and our dog so welcome at The Greyhound Inn, Pettistree and Vernon Blackmore’s wonderful pubs and restaurants, such as The Easton White Horse and The Table, are always a real treat.

FAVOURITE SPOT TO GRAB A PINT FAVOURITE LOCALLY PRODUCED TREATS

Any of our wonderful coastal pubs for a pint of Aspall or Adnams Cyder after a brisk walk..

Pinney’s oysters and smoked salmon, bear claws from Pump Street bakery, Stokes mayonnaise, Hillfarm oils, cherries from High House fruit farm and fresh Orford lobster from Brinkley’s shed.

FAVOURITE WALK The heathland and coast around Westleton and Dunwich.

FAVOURITE BEACH The stretch from Thorpeness to Sizewell - especially at low tide.

BEST REASON TO VISIT The fantastic local producers, the welcoming pubs, and the varied land and costal walks.