events in eye

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Nearest train station – Diss
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Eye is a lovely historic market town nestled in the countryside between Norwich and Ipswich. The name Eye is derived from the Old English word for ‘island’, as it would once have been surrounded by water and marsh. Full of cafés, antique shops, and gift shops, and surrounded by rolling countryside to walk in, it is the perfect place to relax.

EATING & DRINKING OUT in eye

Cornforth & Cornforth Cafe "By far the best and most eccentric coffee shop in the area!" Dominic, owner of Church Cottage, Castle Cottage and Clerks Cottage. "They do lovely lunches and it’s a delightfully quirky place" Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

Lindsay House Restaurant "Brasserie style, excellent food." Dominic, owner of Church Cottage, Castle Cottage and Clerks Cottage.

The Swan in Hoxne "Excellent food, particularly for vegetarians" Dominic, owner of Church Cottage, Castle Cottage and Clerks Cottage. "A beautiful old pub built around 1480. During October to May they have a massive roaring fire. Excellent food and atmosphere in this charming old pub in a picturesque village" Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

The Fox & Goose at Fressingfield "Only 15 minutes away, and a definite must, it’ is fabulous. Both the pub and a la carte menu are excellent. Amazing quality for the price, with little tasters inbetween courses and other lovely touches. This is a treat not to be missed." Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

The Four Horseshoes at Thornham Magna "A very old thatched pub, in a lovely village in the middle of Thornham walks.– Typical pub grub and a nice place to stop for drink in front of the fire or outside in the garden." Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

Lee’s Cottage Chinese Restaurant "A very good Chinese, right next to Clerks Cottage!" Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

EATING & DRINKING at home in eye

Eye Fish & Chip Shop

Beard’s Delicatessen

fredricks Deli, Diss "I highly recommend Fredricks, their home made pate, pies and various other dishes and wines are all absolutely gorgeous. They are only 4 miles away and if you ring ahead of your visit you can order ready for you to collect on your arrival in the area and you’'ll be sorted for meals for the whole week! 01379 652594, www.fredricksfinefoods.co.uk" Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

Co-Op Local x 2

Fleurs Artisan Greengrocer "A nice little greengrocer and also florist" Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

The Tudor Bakehouse "A really lovely bakery, I recommend their corn bread and yummy cakes,– great for the waistline!!" Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

Dunnett Butcher "Dunnett’s on Church street has an excellent selection of meats." Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

WHERE TO VISIT near eye

Bressingham Steam Museum and Gardens "A delightful, nostalgic day out for the whole family, the Victorian steam-powered merry-go-round is magical – you won’t forget it!" Kathryn, Best of Suffolk

Eye Castle "You can pick up a brochure in the library for the walking tour of Eye which includes fantastic view from castle. Walk around the castle ruins and imagine what it was like back in the day!" Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

Sutton Hoo (National Trust) "A fascinating historic site where an entire Viking Ship was buried! Lots of beautiful artefacts to see!" Naomi, Best of Suffolk

Shawsgate Vineyard "Try the award-winning Bacchus white wine!" Naomi, Best of Suffolk

Museum of East Anglian Life (12 miles) "They hold a beer and cider festival once a year which is worth looking out for! Apple Crumble Cider was interesting!" Kathryn, Best of Suffolk

Wyken vineyards "This is country living at its best – far more than just a vineyard! They have a farmers market every Saturday morning with lots of delicious things, you can walk around the gardens of the old tudor house, and they have a selection of sheep, llamas, horses and chickens! The huge and beautifully restored Barn, where you can sit outside and enjoy tea, coffee or lunches, or on a cold winters day, sit in front of the woodburner inside. You can also book the restaurant on a Friday & Satuday evening for an excellent a la carte menu. There'’s just something lovely about being there that makes for a wonderful experience!" Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

Thornham walks "Lovely countryside walks! The thatched Church of Thornham Parva is well worth a look." Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

Sporting Activities near eye

Golf Clubs in Scole & Diss

Cycling & walking trails "These are available from the library and are a really nice thing to do to explore the heart of Suffolk. There are lots of different routes and you see the Castle and the impressive church amongst other things" Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

Hire bicycle from http://www.cycle4hire.com/ "A very good service, I was impressed with how professional they were. They deliver the bikes to you and collect them again afterwards, and everything you could need like helmets are all included!" Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

Retail Therapy in eye

Tilting Sky Gift Shop "Their hand-made chocolates are amazing!" Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

Green Door Antiques "Fantastic, good for all sizes of budget!" Aly , owner of Chobbs Barn

Painted country "An Antique shop that also runs furniture painting workshops, they restore furniture and sell lots of lovely bits and pieces" www.paintedcountry.co.uk Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

The Fabric Shop "Amazing throw back, worth a look!" Dominic, owner of Church Cottage, Castle Cottage and Clerks Cottage "A real Aladdin’s cave of haberdashery" Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

English & Continental Antiques "Steve is very knowledgable and will hunt down items for you!" Dominic, owner of Church Cottage, Castle Cottage and Clerks Cottage "Amazing old oak furniture" Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn

Secret Eye

"Afternoon tea at Yaxley Hall and private dining parties for guests at Castle Cottage, Clerks Cottage and Church Cottage (subject to availability and by prior arrangement only as the hall is not open to the general public)" Dominic, owner of Church Cottage, Castle Cottage and Clerks Cottage "We love the walk from Chobbs Barn across the fields into Eye, passing the old Abbey & through the Church yard. You can also walk to the Swan at Hoxne" Aly, owner of Chobbs Barn