Seckford Hall Hotel in Ipswich, Suffolk, is set on 34 acres of beautiful countryside, close to the Heritage Coast. Wedding venues play an important part in any wedding planning, and by choosing our hotel as a wedding venue, you are assured of a perfect setting and atmosphere for a memorable and enjoyable wedding celebration. We are able to host up to 150 guests, and unlike many wedding venues, we will only host one reception per day to ensure you and your guests can enjoy our best attention and service. Not only is Seckford Hall Hotel one of the most romantic and exciting wedding venues, we are also able to offer superb and luxury suites for the bridal couple and guests, all under one roof. Seckford Hall Hotel is also the perfect settings for hosting conferences, meetings or celebrations. READ MORE

Loch Fyne Restaurant in Ipswich, Suffolk, is one of the most popular seafood restaurants that offers its diners not only an interesting choice of freshly prepared fish and shellfish but also Scottish-reared meat dishes and vegetarian meals. With 42 seafood restaurants in the United Kingdom, most of the shellfish and smoked fish we serve is from Loch Fyne in Scotland, and there is not much to beat a delicious Loch Fyne oyster. Our a la carte menu offers an enticing selection of delicious seasonal dishes that are always freshly prepared, we also have a set menu and a special menu for children. Our seafood restaurants are all dedicated to sourcing and serving seafood that is succulent and full of flavour, and accompanied by a carefully selected wine. A meal at Loch Fyne Restaurant is always a mouthwatering and memorable dining experience. READ MORE

Kesgrave Hall in Ipswich, Suffolk, is luxurious, yet informal hotel that offers its guests a relaxed and comfortable environment with twenty three excellent en-suite bedrooms that range from standard rooms to principal accommodation. For golf enthusiasts, Kesgrave Hall is within 10 minutes of 2 outstanding golf courses, Purdis Heath and Woodbridge, and we offer excellent golf packages that include bed and breakfast accommodation in a superior room, 2 nights dinner and 2 rounds of golf. Kesgrave Hall is also a perfect destination for leisure breaks and we have ideal venues for conferences, meetings, team building events and weddings. Activities at our boutique hotel include archery and laser clay pigeon shooting. Our golf packages are ideal for golf enthusiasts travelling with families as there is something of interest for everyone. READ MORE

Mambos Bar and Grill in Ipswich, Suffolk, reopened in 2012 after an interesting refurbishment with select choices of colour and theme, and with a mouth watering menu of Latin American and Mexican cuisine prepared to tempt discerning tastebuds. Lunchtimes have become more interesting and relaxed as diners enjoy burritos, burgers, quesadillas, jacket potatoes and much more, accompanied by traditional beers and wines. We also have an interesting, specially designed cocktail menu to delight our visitors. Mambos Bar and Grill offers an eclectic menu of Mexican cuisine, and all our dishes are freshly prepared on a daily basis. Weekends will find our friendly staff taking pictures of customers, who, upon random selection, stand a chance of winning a free meal of Mexican cuisine. READ MORE

Whittard of Chelsea in Ipswich, Suffolk, heeds Walter Whittard's founding philosophy to this day, and we continue to source the best and highest quality teas and coffees from all parts of the world. We are one of the few coffee shops that will grind freshly roasted coffee beans to suit individual tastes, we also have 130 varieties of tea and more than 18 varieties of decadent hot chocolate that includes white chocolate, strawberry or chilli to tempt all lovers of chocolate. Coffee shops are great meeting places for friends to gather and spend relaxing time enjoying chats and good company, and at Whittard we have tempting selections of biscuits, tea-time treats and after-dinner surprises to enjoy with your favourite drink of coffee, tea or hot chocolate. READ MORE

Woodlands Coffee Shop in Ipswich, Suffolk, opened in 2007 as part of Hollow Trees Farm Shop, and is the ideal place to take the family for great breakfasts, a Sunday roast or just to sit and relax with friends over steaming cups of coffee. Our simplistic meals are prepared from fresh, homegrown and local ingredients, and the inviting smell of scones and cakes being freshly baked is what entices people into coffee shops. Woodlands Coffee Shop has daily specials, a children's menu and also offers a takeaway service. We are fully licensed to serve beers and wines, and like most top class coffee shops, our coffees are freshly ground per order. Coffee shops are great meeting places, and Woodlands Coffee Shop is a favourite 'after shopping' stop where friends can enjoy freshly prepared food and coffees. READ MORE

Bowmans Bar and Lounge in Ipswich, Suffolk, was established in 2010, and is just the kind of loungebar that the locals have been waiting for. Gear yourself up for the day ahead with one of our freshly ground coffees that include cappuccinos, espressos and lattes, or end a perfect meal with a delicious cup of coffee. Bowmans Bar and Lounge is the ideal loungebar where one can enjoy a quick lunch of delicious sandwiches, freshly baked baguettes, toasted paninis, a drink after work with colleagues or for diners wanting to enjoy a delicious and extended evening meal. If you are wanting to host a corporate event or birthday party, our loungebar can accommodate up to 150 guests, or for bigger parties, you could hire the entire lounge bar for the evening. For people wanting to party all night, Bowmans Bar and Lounge is the place to be, on weekends we are open till 3am. READ MORE

Amelie's Kitchen in Ipswich, Suffolk, is a home based baking industry that serves freshly baked, decadent and delightful cakes that are as tasty as what they look. We will make your choice of wedding cake exactly as you want it, whether it is a traditional tiered wedding cake, miniature cakes or the popular cupcake towers. At Amelie's Kitchen we bake everything to order and as close to time of collection as possible. No order is too large or too small, so whether you are wanting a special bake for afternoon tea with friends, for cupcakes for a party, we look forward to hearing from you. Our sponge cake flavours are also perfect for making cake pops. A wedding cake from Amerlie's Kitchen will always be a gorgeous creation that will amaze and impress your guests. READ MORE

Tinkerbelle in Ipswich, Suffolk, is a small family business that was established in 1989, and has grown into a bridal wear boutique that specializes in creating every bride's dream wedding dress. We will create a wedding dress that is not only unique, but also exclusive to you, after your consultation with our wedding dress designers. At Tinkerbelle we have an extensive range of exquisite fabrics to choose from that are idealy suited for fairytale gowns. We offer a high standard of service and we will go the extra mile to ensure your special day is picture perfect. Tinkerbelle also stocks beautiful accessories such as tiaras, shoes and veils to further enhance your already magnificently designed wedding dress. READ MORE

Wines of Interest in Ipswich, Suffolk, is one of many branches of wine shops that are located throughout the UK, and we have been recognized at one of the top wine shops in the UK. Our motto is to taste all the wines before purchasing, and where possible we buy direct from the growers. Our policy is that if customers are not satisfied with their wine after purchase, unopened bottles may be returned, unless of course the wines are more than 5 years old. Our wine shops stock wines, ports, sherries as well as specialist spirits to suit all tastes and budgets, and if you are planning a wedding, dinner party or special event, we are able to help you choose the right wine to suit your menu and occasion. Wines of Interest is your local, friendly wine shop that offers the best quality at the best price. READ MORE