There is no better way to enjoy your autumn than visiting a café with friends. 

Here are five cosy Suffolk cafes perfect for a coffee date.

Ivy and Bond Tea Room and Courtyard 

Based in Hall Street in Long Melford, Ivy and Bond Tea Room and Courtyard is the perfect place for a selection of teas and cakes. 

Starting from next week they will be offering a warm space between 10am and 11:30am every Monday for a free coffee, tea and biscuits. 

Ivy and Bond Tea Rooms Ivy and Bond Tea Rooms (Image: Charlotte Bond)

Where: Waterloo House, Hall Street, Long Melford, United Kingdom 

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 10am to 4pm, Sunday 11am to 4pm. 

Wright's 

Wright's, which holds a monthly Supper club, is located in Bury St Edmunds, Helmingham Hall and Norwich. 

Cheese toastie from Wright's cafe Cheese toastie from Wright's cafe (Image: Charlotte Bond)

The Bury St Edmunds location is also the perfect place for an evening with friends as they have a selection of natural wines, local beers and cocktails. 

Where: 2 Cornhill, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1BE 

Opening hours: Monday to Thursday 8am to 5pm, Friday and Saturday 8am to 11pm, Sunday 9am to 4pm. 

Blue and Berry Café 

The Blue and Berry café has plenty vegetarian friendly foods and even vegan and gluten free options. 

It is located in Hamilton Road, Felixstowe and is dog friendly, which means it is a perfect place for you and your friends to go after a dog walk. 

Where: 103-105 Hamilton Road, Felixstowe, IP11 7BL 

Opening hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm, Saturday 9am to 4:30pm. 

Café Marina 

This café offers a wide selection of foods to choose from, with the breakfasts being a fan favourite. 

It also offers a takeaway service if you and friends would prefer to eat at home while watching a movie. 

Where: 1A University Avenue, Ipswich, IP3 0FR 

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 8am to 5pm, Sunday 9am to 5pm. 

Vera Gs Cakes and Teas

This little tearoom is in a quiet area of Lowestoft producing all homemade breakfast baps, lunches, afternoon teas and treats including waffles. 

It is a perfect place for you and some friends to grab a hot drink and some cake on those cold and windy autumn days. 

Where: 161 St Margaret's Road, Lowestoft, NR32 4HW 

Opening hours: Tuesday to Thursday 8:45am to 3pm, Friday 8:45am to 4:30pm, Saturday 9am to 3pm.