This tour is a real delight, taking you to the ancient city of Bury St Edmunds, a place of pilgrimage since the 11th century and through some of the prettiest villages in Suffolk.

Day One Arrive at Needham Market, explore the area and spend your first night in or near this small market town.

Day Two Travelling through quiet villages you reach East Bergholt the birthplace of John Constable then on to Flatford Mill. You can take a guided Constable appreciation tour, go rowing on the River Stour or simply relax in the riverside tea-room. Cycle on to the pretty village of Dedham, with antique shops and a craft market to explore, before reaching your hotel just outside the village.
(Rec 31: Min 19: Max 46 miles.)

Day Three Today you visit the ‘Wool Town’ of Hadleigh, an ancient town whose buildings give evidence to its past prosperity. The rows of half-timbered houses dropping down the hillside to Kersey ford provide a splendid scene as well as the opportunity for a lunchtime pint. You spend the night in Lavenham, famous the world over for its historic streets and jumble of Tudor houses.
(Rec 27 Min 20: Max 33 miles.)

Day Four Drop in to wonderful Ickworth House on the way to Bury St Edmunds an ancient market town, full of history and old Suffolk charm. Here you can walk through the massive stone gateway to the ruined abbey flanked by beautiful gardens. The cathedral with its recently restored tower is nothing but impressive. There’s a twice weekly market and a chance for a drink at The Nutshell, the smallest pub in Britain.
(Rec 20 : Min 17: Max 29 miles.)

Day Five Return to Needham Market. The undulating countryside makes a delightful journey visiting the pretty village of Badwell Ash and Wyken Hall gardens and vineyard at the end of your tour.
(Rec 30: Min 19: Max 33 miles.)