The Lion Brasserie at East Berholt is ideally located as a base to explore Essex and Suffolk. Explore towns, villages and extensive picturesque landscapes during your stay with us. Discover the best that Essex and Suffolk has to offer during your stay in East Bergholt.
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Places to Visit During Your Stay
Visit East Bergholt
The Lion is the ideal place to stay in East Bergholt. With the best of Essex and Suffolk just a short drive away. However, being situated in beautiful surroundings and with a wealth of history right on our doorstep, why not take time to explore East Bergholt during your stay with us.
Reasons to Visit East Bergholt during your stay at The Lion.
Visit Colchester
Less than 20 minutes drive from East Bergholt and from The Lion is Colchester. Widely regarded as Britain's First City, Colchester is steeped in history, being a former Roman settlement. Step back in time and explore Colchester castle, museums and historic architecture alongside shops, bars and restaurants. Why not visit Colchester Zoo, one of the countries leading Zoo's in conservation and animal welfare. However you choose to spend your time in the City of Colchester, it is well worth a visit when you stay with us at The Lion, East Bergholt.
Reasons to visit Colchester during your stay at the Lion in East Bergholt.
Visit Dedham Village
Dedham is a quintessentially English village with classic charm and beauty set alongside picturesque river and nature walks. Explore Dedham on foot or take in the stunning Dedham Vale from the water by hiring a boat. When you are back on dry land you can enjoy English hospitality with pubs and a traditional tea room.
Reasons to visit Dedham Village during your stay at The Lion in East Bergholt.
Visit Dedham Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
The Lion is situated in the heart of Dedham Vale. A stay in East Bergholt places you in the centre of miles of stunning Essex and Suffolk countryside. Explore the picturesque surroundings of Dedham Vale (AONB) with miles and nature walks and cycle routes.
Visit Felixstowe
Felixstowe combines a classic seaside resort, coastal nature walks and a fascinating history. Also the home of one of the UK's largest container ports, Felixstowe is well worth a visit when you stay in East Bergholt. Less than half hour away, a visit to Felixstowe makes a great day out for both couples and solo travellers.
Reasons to visit Felixstowe during your stay at The Lion in East Bergholt.
Visit Hadleigh (Suffolk)
Stay in East Bergholt at The Lion and visit Hadleigh in Suffolk. This classic English village is situated less than 30 minutes away and just a short hop from the town of Ipswich. Lined with cafes, pubs, bars and independent shop, the village of Hadleigh is a great place to explore during your stay with us.
Reasons to visit Hadleigh, Suffolk during your stay at The Lion in East Bergholt.
Visit Harwich
Harwich is steeped in Maritime history and makes a fascinating excursion when you book a stay at The Lion in East Bergholt. From Harwich you can also get a small foot ferry over to the Port of Fexlistowe which offers a depth of history as well as a traditional British seaside resort.
Reasons to visit Harwich during your stay at The Lion in East Bergholt
Visit Ipswich
Ipswich is the country town of Suffolk and is less than 30 minutes drive from your stay at The Lion in East Bergholt. From the charming waterfront which hosts a range restaurants and bars with views of the Stour to history of Christchurch Park & Manor, these is lots to explore with a visit to Ipswich. With three theatres and a football team riding the crest of a wave, whatever your interests there will be plenty to keep you entertained in Ipswich during you stay with us.
Reasons to visit Ipswich during your stay at The Lion in East Bergholt
Visit Manningtree & Mistley
Whether you enjoy a peaceful walk along the riverside or exploring the fascinating history in Mistley, a trip to Manningtree is just a short journey away. When you stay in East Bergholt at the Lion, Manningtree and Mistley are well worth a day of exploration.
Reasons to visit Manningtree and Mistley during your stay at The Lion in East Bergholt