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Suffolk

County of England

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Overview

Suffolk is a picturesque county in England within East Anglia. Suffolk encompasses one of the most ancient parts of England and has maintained its largely agricultural roots. Consequently it is proving a growing favourite with tourists who want to experience incredible beaches, traditional country living, and pastoral beauty all in the same place. Suffolk's biggest appeal is its untouched essence. Ignored by many tourists, it is perfect for those adventurous enough to get off the beaten track and explore the county.

Getting there and around

Getting there

By ferry
Harwich International Port in Essex is a short distance from Suffolk. Motorists, cyclists and pedestrians can use Stena Line ferries from Rotterdam ('') to Harwich.
By car
Suffolk is a large county, which is crossed by several major routes from both London and The Midlands. These include:
By rail
Formerly run by One Railways, most services in the Suffolk area are operated by Greater Anglia.
By bus
Most bus routes will be to and from London, and most of the major towns and points of interest are serviced. There are occasional direct routes from Birmingham and Northern major cities.
By bicycle

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Getting around

By bus
Buses are operated by First Group Coach Services who run a regular service between towns.
By rail
There are many train routes running within Suffolk and to neighbouring counties, and most are operated by Greater Anglia, with tickets available from the operator or from National Rail.
By car
With the sheer breadth of the county, getting around by car is probably most convenient.

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London Stansted Airport

London, Essex · International · STN

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Cities

Sealand

Felixstowe is a major port and 'garden resort' on the east coast of England, in the county of Suffolk. Felixstowe is long past its heyday as a tourist resort, and is best visited now as a place to enjoy some seaside calm.

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Towns

UnderstandOne of the largest counties in the country, it shares its borders with Norfolk to the north, Essex to the south, Cambridgeshire to the west and the North Sea to the east.

Get inSuffolk is close to two international airports, London Stansted Airport and Norwich Airport.

Get aroundWith some of the most beautiful natural scenes in the country, getting about on foot is a must.

SeeThe Sunrise Coast is the name given to the East Anglian Coast of North Suffolk. It includes within this title, beaches, the Norfolk Broads National Park and some of the market towns.

DoDespite Suffolk's relaxed environment, with its royal history and devotion to heart-warming countryside tradition it is a treasure trove of activity begging to be discovered.

EatSuffolk has a very wide selection of restaurants, many well-known serving a range of cuisines.

DrinkIf you are looking for a drink, check out one of Suffolk’s renowned traditional pubs. You will be spoilt for choice in Suffolk with these establishments, serving drinks the way all pubs should.

Stay safeAs a large county, areas vary in different ways in terms of safety. As with most commercial towns, Ipswich has been known to become rowdy on Friday on Saturdays, particularly around pub/nightclub closing time.

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