Boxted Hall

East Anglia probably isn't at the top of most people's lists when it comes to the world of wine. But most people don't know what they're missing – head out for a glass or two at Giffords Hall Vineyard (10 minutes' drive) or Toppesfield Vineyard (30 minutes) to sip on sparkling and rosé varieties. There are also plenty of attractive Suffolk towns and villages to keep you occupied. Long Melford (15 minutes) is well-known for its two manor houses, galleries and antique shops; other objets d'art can be picked up in Clare (20 minutes), which also ought to be on your radar for being home to The Gainsborough Health Club and Spa. A little further afield is Newmarket (35 minutes), a hub of all things equestrian that's home to a racecourse and Britain's National Horseracing Museum. If you don't get your kicks from the race day picks, perhaps try monkeying around at Go Ape Thetford (50 minutes) or seeking eco-friendly inspiration at RSPB Flatford Wildlife Garden (50 minutes).