Lovely to visit this National Trust venue and to see where John Constable set his stunning Haywain painting. A very well maintained place with something for everyone and plenty of lovely walks around the place. You can take a boat ride which is payable separately to entrance fee as run by someone else, you take take a look in the museum, gift shop or relax by the river with a cup of tea or coffee from the cafe. The RSPB area is nice if you enjoy wildlife and plenty of staff to inform you of their work. All in all a great afternoon spent here in peaceful surroundings,

We visited on a warm summer day and strangely but fortunately it was quiet. Unless you are a member of the National Trust it will cost you £5 to park your car – A bargain if you ask me. Not only can you have a nice walk around the picturesque area around the Mill you can also have a nice stroll with the Cows all the way down to Dedham. If you don’t want to walk far you can hire 2 / 4 a boat and head down the river or bring your own canoe along. Whatever you decide you will have fun. Make sure you look at the local wildlife, birds, bees and more in the area close to the car park. Volunteers are on hand to answer and queries you may have. You will also find a nice coffee shop, serving drinks and food, with a large outdoor seating area. It was nice to see so many people enjoying themselves and families having picnics. The is also a visitors’ centre, a small shop.

Was returning to this place with my son who went there when he was 4 yrs old and now is 50. it hadn't changed much and it was nice to walk along the river. There are boat trips you can go on which are good, but you have to book. A nice little cafe/shop also. We went in August when wherever we went there seemed to be wasps, but it did not spoil our trip down memory lane.

As we’re with the National Trust we thought we’d visit again ( haven’t been for several years!) It’s like stepping back in time, very quaint place, a couple of marked walks which we did with our dog. We spent an enjoyable morning there, and had lunch in the very large garden area, which was lovely apart from all the wasps!!

Drive further into the Suffolk countryside along narrow country lanes and you will arrive at this beautiful National Trust mill and grounds. The hikes can take you around a wheelchair friendly trail as well as up hills and along the river banks. The original buildings are preserved and the interior represents 19th century country life. Then sit in the cafe or along the riverbank and enjoy a coffee and snack. Picnic tables are also available. I had soup and gluten free bread. Delicious!

This is a lovely walk on a National Trust site. Boat tours are also available for a small charge. It’s a really picarea and the paths along the river are good for walking with a dog. There is a cafe/tearoom on site and an exhibition on Constable. A pleasant afternoon out.