Thorpeness Hotel and Golf Club is home to an award winning golf course in Suffolk. This is coastal golf at its challenging best. Laid out by the legendary James Braid in the1920s, the 18 hole heathland golf course at Thorpeness has the reputation of being one of the best if its kind in the country. [...]

While economics issues are playing a part, a growing number of holidaymakers are rediscovering the joys of a UK break. Prime Minister Gordon Brown’s decision to holiday in Southwold this summer has put the focus firmly on the relaxed and beautiful county of Suffolk. Tourism bosses said more people were choosing the county for holidays [...]

In an age of dull, identikit corporate hotels, the Swan Hotel at Lavenham is a meeting venue with a lot more to offer. The 15th century building is a glorious mix of oak beams and 21st century technology. In a word it has character. The 3 refurbished meeting rooms, equipped with Wi-Fi and air-conditioning provide [...]

Suffolk is a county of wide open skies, outstanding coastline, rolling countryside and a range of quality destinations. It has managed to escape brash commercialism in favour of retaining a traditional and rural lifestyle, envied by many and fiercely protected by the people of Suffolk. The Swan Hotel at Lavenham provides a luxurious base for [...]

Only days after the Governor of the Bank of England had to write to the Chancellor explaining the rise in inflation, a new holiday phrase has reached these shores to cover the results of financial pressures on an increasingly cash-strapped population. The phrase ‘staycation’ comes from America (where else?) and describes a holiday spent at [...]

Following the drama of Tiger Woods’ stunning ‘sudden death’ victory in the US Open golf tournament, a whole new generation of youngsters are being inspired to take up the game. Golf clubs throughout the country are expecting increased demand for lessons and membership. One such is Thorpeness Golf Club, situated on the Suffolk coast whose [...]