Get Creative
Feed younger imaginations with music, dance, science and craft workshops from the best art spaces in Suffolk. Snape Maltings, The Red House, DanceEast, New Wolsey Theatre and the National Centre for Writing.
And for any young budding artists, The Apex in Bury St. Edmunds are running Kids & Canvas for 5+ year olds. In this fun class they will be guided through a painting step-by-step, from start to finish. At the end they can take their very own masterpiece home.
Or get crafty at Purple Pumpkin Studio, Halesworth where you can paint your own pottery. An ideal family activity should you encounter a rainy day during your stay.
Get Heckling
Missed the pantomime at Christmas? OH NO YOU DIDN’T! You can still catch performances of ‘Dick Whittington’ at The Riverside, Woodbridge.
Get ready for a joyful tale, featuring an amazing cast of characters, sensational song and dance numbers and wonderful costumes. Grab your panto tickets for a show that'll leave you feline PAWsitevly magical! Shows run either 2pm or 6:30pm.
Get Walking
RSPB Minsmere is a great place to bring the family to enjoy nature on the Suffolk coast. After a friendly welcome in the visitor centre, there’s a choice of easy walks through beautiful woodland, wetland and coastal scenery. After you’ve finished exploring, browse the shop for a keepsake or relax and recharge in the café enjoying picturesque views of Minsmere.
And with the stunning Suffolk Coast Path on your doorstep, as well as glorious countryside, there’s no reason not to get out and explore. Hire a bike, walk the nature trails or even take camels for a walk at The Oasis Camel Park.
Get Active
Book days out at attractions including Go Ape, Africa Alive! Jimmy’s Farm and Easton Farm Park, all open during the February half-term and very popular amongst both our little guests who stay here at Athelington and our little ones in our families too!
Get to Know your History
Suffolk’s rich history means you’re never far from a castle or a keep! Choose from the Anglo-Saxon burial site at Sutton Hoo, climb the 91 steps at Orford Keep or explore Framlingham Castle, hometown of singer Ed Sheeran.
Get Swimming
Looking for something indoor, with a bit of a splash! We have a few great private pools near us, Ubbeston Lodge Swimming Pool, Wash Farm Barn in Redlingfield and Oaklands Leisure Pool in Bungay. Aswell as Stradbroke Swimming Pool and Fitness Centre.
With so much to do and young minds to keep busy, what are you waiting for?