Woodbridge, a Beautiful and Dynamic Market Town Along River Deben in the English County of Suffolk
The picturesque and vibrant market town of Woodbridge lies on the banks of River Deben in East Anglia in the English County of Suffolk. This market town which is called the “gem” of Suffolk is approximately 8 miles from the seacoast and a few miles away from the urban area of Ipswich. Sutton Hoo, the site of two 6th and 7th Century Cemeteries including a ship-burial, and the most important Anglo-Saxon historical site in the UK is near this town. The town is said to have over 1100 years of recorded history but has retained many of its historical architecture.
Food, Shopping and Accommodation
There is a collection of independent shops in Woodbridge where every type of shops from DIY craft supplies shops to outdoor clothing stores, wool shops, boutiques, tailors deli’s cook shop and even a violin store can be found. This local shopping scene is supplemented by regular markets held on Market Hill such as seasonal food markets, craft markets, vintage markets, and more. The town also supports seventy eating establishments from fine dining restaurants to pubs and gastro pubs, to cafes, and cheap eats. This town is the ideal base for those who want to explore the Suffolk Coast. Not only does it have much attraction of its own, but it has a good number of accommodation to choose from - four hotels, twenty-two B&Bs/inns, and fourteen speciality lodgings such as campsites, holiday parks, converted barns, cottages and farms, and luxury self-contained holiday cottages.
Things to See and Do
The River Walk and Tide Mill is the most-favoured site in Woodbridge both by locals and visitors. It is a joy to walk along the riverside path or drink coffee on the Quayside while soaking the fanciful view across the river. It is also where the working historic Tide Mill, whose water wheels are still turning and have the capability to grind wholemeal flour is found.
There are facilities for boating and riverside walks on the crown of the River Deben. This town is the perfect base from which to explore the Suffolk Coast and its many tourist attractions.