5 of the prettiest places to visit in Suffolk this winter

1. Christchurch Mansion 

Christchurch Mansion in Ipswich is one of the prettiest places to visit this winter as it's one of Suffolk's most treasured buildings.

It has a tea room which serves hot drinks for you to warm up on those really cold winter days and you can take a tour around the house. 

2. Bawdsey Manor

Bawdsey Manor south of Woodbridge is one of the prettiest places to visit this winter with beautiful beaches, spectacular views and more than 140 acres of open grounds. 

It has many centre facilities to enhance your visit - this includes a camp fire for the cold winter nights. 

3. Waters Meadows

Waters Meadows in Sudbury is described as the jewel in the town's crown and is a haven for wildlife. 

The Mill Hotel that is nearby also has a restaurant with a huge variety of different food and drinks where you can look over at the view. 

Sudbury Water Meadows in winter (Image: Newsquest)

4. Southwold Pier

At Southwold Pier there are beautiful sea views for the perfect winter day walk. The pier has many activities for the family.

You can buy the traditional fish and chips or even go to the Clockhouse, which is perfect for a cake and hot drink to warm you up. 

Southwold Pier has beautiful sea views. (Image: Newsquest)

5- Framlingham Castle

Framlingham Castle is surrounded by parkland and if you take the wall walk you can admire the stunning views over the town and countryside. 

There is an interactive exhibition where you can explore the stories of a Tudor queen, ambitious barons and Georgian poorhouse children. 

Framlingham Castle is a pretty sight in the winter (Image: Newsquest)