A Stay in Suffolk
For me, Suffolk will always be home, so I recommend (with caution) as I share my paradise of the Suffolk coast, with a flaneurs view of Southwold
Recollections of a Southwold GP
It's great when friends put pen to paper and publish. Christopher Hopkins brilliant book about Southwold, Suffolk's coastal jewel, a seaside town that few compare to is currently available on purchase on our website - shop here.
It document's the town with his inside view, in the 200 pages relax as Christopher reflects over 5 decades of the town - a catalogue of anecdotes in the last century, taking you from the pyramids when he was 8 to today still playing a few sets of tennis and approaching 93 – it’s a great read , a bit of nostalgia nowadays is so reassuring.
Collen & Clare
Collen and Clare are a fashion feast equal to any store in the UK. With a tightly edited collection representing most current designers - great for Christmas gifting ideas. To help with your purchases, you can get some advise nd get and edit of the range to suit you by Trots - who's cameo role rumour has is Mondays and Tuesdays.
The quaint Southwold Bookshop, which of course has Christopher's book (as do we). Is ideal for a midday browse, as all independent bookkeepers it has its own personality.
Housed in a beautiful Grade II listed building called "The Olde Bank House" that dates back to the late 18th Century, Southwold Books is a wonderful destination for book lovers of all ages showcasing a broad range of tempting adult titles and an enchanting Children's department hidden towards the back of the shop.
Blackshore
For a quality British made brand, step into Blackshore. It has a fabulous coastal salty sea breeze look, with a wonderful retail experience in store - you'll find a treat with hand-made casual clothing collection. Always and only made in Britain, their range includes jackets, shirts and trousers handmade in their own workshop in Southwold, Suffolk, as well as knitwear and other garments from small manufacturers around the British Isles.
Don't forget to compliment these chic Britsh brands with our elegant and classic scarves and pashminas - perfect for the nip in the air this season.
Fine Pashmina Stole
Classic Pashmina Stole
Adnams
Adnams have not only their ales with new introductions, there has been a level of careful evolution of their product - with their hotels in the town offering afternoon tea on a damp mid-October day it's a worthwhile treat.
Slate Cheese
Slate is a cheese lover's heaven, with an amazing, edited collection of delicious cheeses. Time to sort photos and enjoy this savoury treat.
The Lord Nelson Inn
The Nelson (known as the Nellie locally) is a perfect pub that sells food, disguised as a gastropub the menu is extensive and service is Suffolk style.
Step out for a slow days meander prepared with our selection of leather crafted totes, shoppers ready to carry any special purchases. And as the days get colder, it's time to invest in some classically crafted gloves - checkout our ladies and men's leather gloves selection.
Medium Bridle Tote Shopper
Men's Cashmere Lined Gloves
Wonder & Watering Hole's
Thinking outside the town, or the box, and you are looking for more than coastline, there are many country walks to enjoy in forests, commons or RSPB Minsmere. Driving through small villages that have an inexplicable charm - it’s the lack of formality in the architecture to enjoy and somewhere special is the Middleton Bell - it’s a truly authentic local pub serving delicious food and has great staff.
You always need to be prepared for outings whether it turns into a adventure or reamains a simple autumn stroll - take one of our rucksacks, ideal for all storage and don't forget and umbrella incase the rain starts to fall.
Canvas Back Pack
