If you want to seek out that relaxing holiday experience closer to home and what you really want is a lovely spa hotel set in rolling countryside, with a pool and golf course right? Well lucky for you we know about one of Suffolk’s best-kept secrets – Ufford Park Woodbridge Hotel, Golf and Spa. Located just ten miles from Ipswich and set in 120 acres of gorgeous parkland the hotel and spa has lots to tempt families, couples, or friends for a golf trip, or spa splurge.

The hotel has a thermal suite day spa, indoor pool and well-equipped gym, and treatment rooms for all your pampering preferences. If you fancy yourself as a bit of a tiger on the fairways – there is a perfectly manicured and challenging course too.  There are 90 comfy and immaculate rooms, many with balconies so you can enjoy that peaceful countryside location to the full. The restaurant is truly local – there is even a map on the website showing you where all the suppliers are and they are mostly in Suffolk or Norfolk. The menu offers fresh fish, steaks, and burgers – love the sound of the Gipping Valley beef burger, with bacon and a choice of Cheddar cheese or Stilton.  Might need to head to the gym after that one.

Woodbridge is a stone’s throw away and a gorgeous Suffolk town with lovely delis, quirky shops, and great pubs too. The town (and the county) is home to many artists, and we love that this spa and golf hotel has not neglected its creative side and teamed up with local gallery EJaRt Creative so you can explore your inner creative self in the historic setting of the Black Barn studio. Immerse yourself in creative play and try creative clay and mosaic-making workshops. Grayson Perry – we’re ready for you! There is really something for everyone at Ufford Park.