Pip’s guidebook- Manningtree and surrounding areas.
Great walks.
Less than 15 minutes drive away or a lengthy picturesque walk up the river is Dedham. Dedham is the heart of Constable County where the Artist John Constable lived and painted. The area is rated as some of England’s most beautiful Lowland landscapes. Head to the Boathouse restaurant where you can go boating on the river Stour. Enjoy a walk along the river with a choice of pubs to recover in afterwards; The Sun Inn and The Marlborough (the latter being dog friendly and same Managers as The Red Lion in Manningtree). There are also the Tea Rooms to have afternoon tea in and a few craft shops to visit.
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Dedham
Less than 15 minutes drive away or a lengthy picturesque walk up the river is Dedham. Dedham is the heart of Constable County where the Artist John Constable lived and painted. The area is rated as some of England’s most beautiful Lowland landscapes. Head to the Boathouse restaurant where you can go boating on the river Stour. Enjoy a walk along the river with a choice of pubs to recover in afterwards; The Sun Inn and The Marlborough (the latter being dog friendly and same Managers as The Red Lion in Manningtree). There are also the Tea Rooms to have afternoon tea in and a few craft shops to visit.
Alton Water has over 4000 hectares of parkland, woodland, nature reserves and water to be explored. Their water parks not only bring vital water resources for the region, but they also provide a fantastic day out for all the family.Whether you're looking for an action-packed day on the water, a spot of fishing to escape the stresses and strains of everyday life, or simply want to enjoy a relaxing walk in beautiful surroundings, look no further than Alton Water! It’s just the other side of the river, around a 15-20 minute car journey.
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Alton Water
Alton Water has over 4000 hectares of parkland, woodland, nature reserves and water to be explored. Their water parks not only bring vital water resources for the region, but they also provide a fantastic day out for all the family.Whether you're looking for an action-packed day on the water, a spot of fishing to escape the stresses and strains of everyday life, or simply want to enjoy a relaxing walk in beautiful surroundings, look no further than Alton Water! It’s just the other side of the river, around a 15-20 minute car journey.
Great halfway point for walks to Dedham or back to Manningtree. Both follow the River Stour and both end in a pub!
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Flatford mill
Great halfway point for walks to Dedham or back to Manningtree. Both follow the River Stour and both end in a pub!
Sightseeing
As well as having a fabulous woodland & river viewed walk (park for free in Wrabness Woods and head out from there) it also has the contemporary art piece: 'A House for Essex' by Grayson Perry.
Grayson Perry’s ‘A House for Essex’- If you’re into Contemporary art then this hidden gem is for you. Head along the river to Wrabness where just past the train station you will find Turner Prize winning Artist Grayson Perry’s ‘House for Essex’. It was built in 2015 and encapsulates the story of fictional Essex character Julie May Cope. It is down a track and free to walk around the outside. There are some fantastic views of the river Stour here too! Accessible by train from Manningtree station. Travel 2 stops to Wrabness Station towards Harwich, takes 10 minutes.
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Wrabness
As well as having a fabulous woodland & river viewed walk (park for free in Wrabness Woods and head out from there) it also has the contemporary art piece: 'A House for Essex' by Grayson Perry.
Grayson Perry’s ‘A House for Essex’- If you’re into Contemporary art then this hidden gem is for you. Head along the river to Wrabness where just past the train station you will find Turner Prize winning Artist Grayson Perry’s ‘House for Essex’. It was built in 2015 and encapsulates the story of fictional Essex character Julie May Cope. It is down a track and free to walk around the outside. There are some fantastic views of the river Stour here too! Accessible by train from Manningtree station. Travel 2 stops to Wrabness Station towards Harwich, takes 10 minutes.
Local activities
Constable Park Holiday & Leisure Park is located just across the White Bridge to Cattawade on the river bank. Here you are able to hire paddle boards and kayaks and take trips down the river. There are ice creams and bottled drinks available and a glamping site with both tents and chalets will be open to the public in July 2021. There is also a cafe and outdoor patio area and in the future the owners are aiming to install zip wires and rope courses for children as well as a wellness centre, hot tub and massage rooms. A good day out for the whole family!
Constable Park - Glamping, Water Sports and Coffee House
Bergholt RoadConstable Park Holiday & Leisure Park is located just across the White Bridge to Cattawade on the river bank. Here you are able to hire paddle boards and kayaks and take trips down the river. There are ice creams and bottled drinks available and a glamping site with both tents and chalets will be open to the public in July 2021. There is also a cafe and outdoor patio area and in the future the owners are aiming to install zip wires and rope courses for children as well as a wellness centre, hot tub and massage rooms. A good day out for the whole family!
Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park is the perfect place for a family day out. There is a Farm & Wildlife Park, a Restaurant and coffee house, a Farm Shop and if you check out their website there may be an event during your stay. Past events have been theatre in the forest, jazz, breakfasts, film nights etc. It’s about 15 minutes drive away.
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Jimmy's Farm
Pannington Hall LaneJimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park is the perfect place for a family day out. There is a Farm & Wildlife Park, a Restaurant and coffee house, a Farm Shop and if you check out their website there may be an event during your stay. Past events have been theatre in the forest, jazz, breakfasts, film nights etc. It’s about 15 minutes drive away.
There are rowing boats to hire from the Boathouse restaurant jetty . Open Monday-Sunday 9-5pm. Take a leisurely trip up the river Stour with cows grazing on the meadows next to the river.
Dedham Boating Club
There are rowing boats to hire from the Boathouse restaurant jetty . Open Monday-Sunday 9-5pm. Take a leisurely trip up the river Stour with cows grazing on the meadows next to the river.
Food scene
Suffolk Food Hall is a bit further on from Jimmy’s Farm. It has some great views of the River Orwell. Located beneath the Orwell Bridge you are able to sit in their Cookhouse Restaurant and get panoramic views of the river. There is a Food Hall, Cafe, and Home & Garden shop. Also to entertain the children is a huge bouncy pillow for them to play around on.
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Suffolk Food Hall
Suffolk Food Hall is a bit further on from Jimmy’s Farm. It has some great views of the River Orwell. Located beneath the Orwell Bridge you are able to sit in their Cookhouse Restaurant and get panoramic views of the river. There is a Food Hall, Cafe, and Home & Garden shop. Also to entertain the children is a huge bouncy pillow for them to play around on.
An Italian restaurant on the highstreet. Woodfired Pizzas and delicious pasta available for takeaway, collection and dining in.
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Lucca Enoteca Manningtree
High StreetAn Italian restaurant on the highstreet. Woodfired Pizzas and delicious pasta available for takeaway, collection and dining in.
Mistley is a 15 minute walk down the river and The Mistley Thorn is located in the centre of the historic coastal village. Their menu changes throughout the year, using the best local and seasonal ingredients. Tel - 01206 392821
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The Mistley Thorn Hotel
High StreetMistley is a 15 minute walk down the river and The Mistley Thorn is located in the centre of the historic coastal village. Their menu changes throughout the year, using the best local and seasonal ingredients. Tel - 01206 392821
Saturday morning farmers market. Good quality Fruit & Veg. There’s also fresh fish and a really delicious cheese van selling Italian cheeses (must buy!). Brook Street, CO11 1DJ.
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Brook StreetSaturday morning farmers market. Good quality Fruit & Veg. There’s also fresh fish and a really delicious cheese van selling Italian cheeses (must buy!). Brook Street, CO11 1DJ.
No.7 South Street - On the corner of South St and the High St is this new, trendy and delicious cafe. It has some scrumptious cakes and pastries to be devoured as well as decent coffee. There are crafty homeware items and homemade cards sold here also.
Simply Thai - Delicious Thai food takeaway.
7 South St
7 South StreetNo.7 South Street - On the corner of South St and the High St is this new, trendy and delicious cafe. It has some scrumptious cakes and pastries to be devoured as well as decent coffee. There are crafty homeware items and homemade cards sold here also.
Simply Thai - Delicious Thai food takeaway.
The Crown - Traditional Pub & Restaurant with a large outdoor seating area overlooking the River Stour - 51 High St, CO11 1AH. Tel- 01206 396333
The Crown Manningtree
51 High StreetThe Crown - Traditional Pub & Restaurant with a large outdoor seating area overlooking the River Stour - 51 High St, CO11 1AH. Tel- 01206 396333
The Red Lion - Not far from the cottage is this great cosy, dog friendly, local pub. You are able to take in your own food or even order your food to the pub! They source local guest ales and ciders from local breweries. www.redlionmanningtree.co.uk
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Red Lion Manningtree
42 South StThe Red Lion - Not far from the cottage is this great cosy, dog friendly, local pub. You are able to take in your own food or even order your food to the pub! They source local guest ales and ciders from local breweries. www.redlionmanningtree.co.uk
Estuary
17 High StFine Wines, Tapas & Gin Bar. www.estuarywinebar.co.uk
The Alma is a fun and quirky pub. It's menu consists of a lot of fresh fish, crab and other shellfish as well as the pub classics.
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Alma Inn & Dining Rooms Harwich
25 King's Head StThe Alma is a fun and quirky pub. It's menu consists of a lot of fresh fish, crab and other shellfish as well as the pub classics.
With stunning views of the Orwell river this pub is very popular with the locals and boaters and has a great classic pub vibe to it. Head there on a sunny day to enjoy the outside seating area or devour a roast on a winters day.
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Butt and Oyster Pin Mill
Pinmill RoadWith stunning views of the Orwell river this pub is very popular with the locals and boaters and has a great classic pub vibe to it. Head there on a sunny day to enjoy the outside seating area or devour a roast on a winters day.
Neighbourhoods
East Bergholt
A picturesque little village with access to Flatford Mill and some great walks.