Things to Do
Explore the local area in and around Suffolk & Essex
Things to do, places to go and days out in Essex and Suffolk! Discover what the area has to offer from castles to historic market towns, museums to gardens – and even a zoo.
A stay at Stoke by Nayland Resort wouldn’t be complete without a little peek at the beauty and the history of the surrounding area. Our position on the Suffolk-Essex border affords visitors easy access to a variety of local attractions so if you’re looking for things to do in Essex and Suffolk then look no further.
Fun Family Days Out
Enjoy a fun-filled staycation with activities to keep the whole family entertained!
More things to see and do
There's so much on our doorstep waiting to be explored...
History Buffs
Make precious memories visiting historic villages, museums, heritage sites and castles during your stay with us.
Take to the Water
With miles of rivers, coastline and sandy beaches, Suffolk and Essex are watersport hotspots.
Art Lovers
We’re not short of art and culture in East Anglia, known for the picturesque landscapes that have inspired many great British painters.
A Romantic Escape
Enjoy some quality time together during your romantic break away.
Beach Trips
With 350 miles of sandy beaches on the Essex Sunshine Coast and 50 miles of sand and pebble shores on the Suffolk Heritage Coast, there are plenty of places to enjoy the seaside.
Get into Nature
We’re idyllically situated within the Dedham Vale Area of Natural Beauty (AONB) and Stour Valley, and there are so many beautiful sights to see!
Local Walks
We’re so lucky to have a huge variety of beautiful countryside walks on our doorstep.
Cycle Routes
Cycle through a living masterpiece! Discover the beautiful landscape of the Stour Valley and Dedham Vale Area of Natural Beauty (AONB).