Location: Stowmarket
Top Things to do in Stowmarket
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Top 6 Things to do in Stowmarket, United Kingdom (UK)
Stowmarket (/ˈstoʊˌmɑːrkɪt/ STOH-mar-kət) is a small market town in Suffolk, England, on the busy A14 trunk road between Bury St Edmunds to the west and Ipswich to the southeast. The town is on the main railway line between London and Norwich, and lies on the River Gipping, which is joined by its tributary, the River Rat, to the south of the town.
Restaurants in Stowmarket
1. Flo-ridaz Hovercraft
Overall Ratings
5 based on 131 reviews
Reviewed By SamarieK - Diss, England, United Kingdom
Highly recommended for an alternative to go-karting. We visited a couple of weeks ago as a birthday treat for my husband. The briefing was thorough and advice was clear. It's great fun, though takes a little while to get used to driving. We went for the 45 minute session and I had a couple of laps, my husband the rest of the time. A good option if you want to try it out. The venue is easy to access from the A140 (take no notice of the scruffy farm entrance, the land is rented from the farmer) and there's an excellent deli/café really close by (at the old Chilli Farm)for a drink or lunch, so you can make a day of it. Plenty of eateries further along the A140 too. We would go again and have suggested it to friends.
2. Museum of East Anglian Life
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 167 reviews
Discover the history and natural world of East Anglia on our beautiful 75 acre site—explore nearly 3km of woodland and riverside nature trails. Learn about fascinating East Anglian crafts and traditional Gypsy culture, get steamed up with our powerful engines and meet our friendly animals including rare breeds of cattle and sheep. Discover 15 splendidly restored historic buildings, including the newly restored Abbot's Hall and try some delicious food and local produce in the new museum cafe.
Reviewed By mystic100 - Norwich, England
Visited expecting to spend a couple of hours wandering around the various exhibits. However there was so much of interest to see that we ended up taking 3 and a half enjoyable hours here. Definitely worth a visit .
3. Mid Suffolk Light Railway Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 77 reviews
Located in the heart of the countryside, the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Museum is Suffolk's only standard gauge steam railway. Known locally as the 'Middy', this quaint little line running from Haughley to Laxfield opened in 1904, firstly for freight and later for passengers. The line closed in 1952 and the track was lifted; however in the early 1990's a group of enthusiasts decided to revive this forgotten piece of Suffolk history, firstly as a museum and later by adding a demonstration line for visitors to experience rural travel on vintage trains. The work of the museum was recognised when the Middy was declared the winner of the Suffolk Museum of the Year Award for 2014. Today the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Museum is a registered charity and while the museum may be small, visitors can look forward to a big welcome from our voluntary staff. Upon purchasing your ticket you are able to ride the trains as many times as you wish, and being a season ticket this also allows you to return free of charge throughout the year (except special events days). We have a well-stocked shop, real ale bar, and tearoom serving beverages, home-made cakes and hot snacks. We look forward to welcoming you to the Middy very soon, for more details about our events and opening times.
Reviewed By Martin080853 - Cardiff, United Kingdom
This is the second time my wife and I have visited this railway and we were not disappointed. The length of track is not very long but hopefully subject to donations being made will be extended. The railway volunteers are extremely friendly and the facilities which include a museum, cafe and shop are well maintained and efficiently run. Car parking is in a field a short walk from the station but if it is raining or has been raining I would suggest sensible shoes should be worn. Disabled parking is available adjacent to the station buildings.
4. Granary Crafts, Buxhall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By Tricia W - Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom
A great little place to browse old items that people have donated or loaned especially from the 50s and 60s. Old cars, kitchen equipment and typewriters, etc.etc. Wonderful café with lots of home-made cakes. Just wish they did more in the way of lunches.
5. John Peel Centre for the Creative Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Julie T - Stowmarket, United Kingdom
I have been to this venue for several events including a school art exhibition, a SODS production of David Copperfield performed in "the round" and an information event. This revue is for an accapella singing class I participated in. There were only 7 of us plus the tutor Abi Moore but the acoustics of the venue are so good that it made us sound as though there were more of us. We enjoyed it so much we have booked for a follow up class at the end of April. The JPC has a bar but also serves tea and coffee. Will be great acoustics for bands.
6. Haughley Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By James H - Stowmarket, United Kingdom
Live only 5 miles from Haughley Park yet have only visited (to my shame) twice in 30 years. Best time is to visit at Bluebell time, park is only open on a Tuesday 2pm-5.30 (suggest you phone to check) also open for charity on some Sunday's. The Barn offers excellent toilet facilities along with a good cupa and cakes. Also a collection of modern statues and Fountains.
