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The Brecks in Suffolk
Shaped by Neolithic flint mining, rugged heath, huge forests, chalk streams to wild swim and surprising pockets of Ice Age water, the Brecks feels unlike anywhere else in the country. It’s a place for nature, with daylight and dusk bringing the chance of rare birds and quiet, memorable moments, with star-illuminated night skies to follow. Explore on foot or by bike along waymarked trails through Thetford Forest, where solitude and silence give you the chance to see deer and wild horses. Look out for unusual features: Pingo ponds, striking Deal Rows, prehistoric sites, a Viking legacy and atmospheric ruins in Thetford. With one of the driest climates in the UK, it suits year-round outdoor days. Newmarket and Bury St Edmunds are excellent gateways to the Brecks. Come for the space, stillness and wildness, leave feeling reset.
Plan your stay in The Brecks
All your questions about the unique Brecks answered, plus advice on how to plan your trip and things to do.
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Top Attractions in The Brecks
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near… An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis…
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near…
Explore 4X4
Explore 4x4 specialise in providing qualified and experienced, 4x4 off-road training at all levels,… Explore 4x4 specialise in providing qualified and experienced, 4x4 off-road training at all…
Explore 4X4
Explore 4x4 specialise in providing qualified and experienced, 4x4 off-road training at all levels,…
Ickworth Estate – National Trust
An Italianate Palace in the heart of Suffolk. With over 1800 acres of parkland, gardens and brand… An Italianate Palace in the heart of Suffolk. With over 1800 acres of parkland, gardens and…
Ickworth Estate – National Trust
An Italianate Palace in the heart of Suffolk. With over 1800 acres of parkland, gardens and brand…
Giffords Hall Vineyard
Giffords Hall Vineyard is a family-run estate nestled in the heart of Suffolk, producing… Giffords Hall Vineyard is a family-run estate nestled in the heart of Suffolk, producing…
Giffords Hall Vineyard
Giffords Hall Vineyard is a family-run estate nestled in the heart of Suffolk, producing…
Businesses in The Brecks
College Farm
Thompson's College and St Martin's Church were built by Katharine's ancestors in 1349 and became a…
Elveden Inn
The Elveden Inn is a warm and welcoming country inn, in the heart of East Anglia, where a pint of…
Coopers Croft Vineyard
We are a small vineyard located between Newmarket and Bury st Edmunds in the village of…
The Packhorse Inn
The Packhorse Inn sits at the heart of its community. A stroll away from the medieval bridge that…
The Guinness Arms
A stunning 16th Century coaching inn in the heart of the Suffolk village of Icklingham.
Lackford Lakes Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre
A wildlife oasis of lakes, reedbed, meadow and woodland near Bury St Edmunds, with nature to enjoy…
The Four Bells Glamping
Luxury meets nature at the award winning The Four Bells Glamping - your hot tub escape awaits! ✨
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk on two wheels with this immersive, self-guided cycling adventure…
Aqua Sana Forest Spa Elveden
Discover our award-winning Forest Spa concept at Elveden Forest, based in a stunning woodland…
Stories & Inspiration from The Brecks
Who was King Edmund, England’s first patron saint
Posted: 14th May 2026
On April 23 each year we celebrate Patron Saint St George. But until 1348 it was King Edmund of… On April 23 each year we celebrate Patron Saint St George. But until 1348 it was King Edmund…
Who was King Edmund, England’s first patron saint
Posted: 14th May 2026
On April 23 each year we celebrate Patron Saint St George. But until 1348 it was King Edmund of…
Which is the nicest part of Suffolk
Posted: 15th Mar 2026
Which is the nicest part of Suffolk? There's something for all tastes, including the Broads…
Where are movie and TV film locations in Suffolk
Posted: 10th Mar 2026
Suffolk has hosted its fair share of dramas, films and tv programmes over the years, not least…
Events in The Brecks
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Date: 13th Nov - 13th Nov 2026
Come along to one of our ‘Little Horseshoes’ creative play sessions for pre-school children at… Come along to one of our ‘Little Horseshoes’ creative play sessions for pre-school children at…
Thelwell Inspired Tiny Ponies
Date: 13th Nov - 13th Nov 2026
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Why Suffolk is Cotswolds-by-the-Coast
If you're looking for an alternative to the over-touristed Cotswolds, try Suffolk. Suffolk has all… If you're looking for an alternative to the over-touristed Cotswolds, try Suffolk. Suffolk has…
Why Suffolk is Cotswolds-by-the-Coast
If you're looking for an alternative to the over-touristed Cotswolds, try Suffolk. Suffolk has all…
Date: 8th Sept - 8th Sept 2026
Thetford Treasure: Rethinking the date and interpretation of the Thetford treasure: a fifth century… Thetford Treasure: Rethinking the date and interpretation of the Thetford treasure: a fifth…
Rethinking the date and interpretation of the Thetford treasure
Date: 8th Sept - 8th Sept 2026
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The Ickworth Hotel
The Ickworth Hotel & Spa offers its guests a stately home experience. (Day entry to National Trust… The Ickworth Hotel & Spa offers its guests a stately home experience. (Day entry to National…
The Ickworth Hotel
The Ickworth Hotel & Spa offers its guests a stately home experience. (Day entry to National Trust…
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