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ART AT THE PARK
From 1st February to 4th February, Braxted Park in Essex will be hosting a unique contemporary art show, featuring over fifty local and...
Jan 3, 20242 min read

WINTER GUIDE 2023
Explore the charm of East Anglia in winter with our complete guide for the colder months of 2024. Discover the finest gardens of Essex to...
Dec 21, 202310 min read


A FESTIVE FAMILY STAY AT THE WEEPING WILLOW
Written by Katie of @thesundayfeeling - gifted pr stay There’s nothing quite like being tucked up by a roaring fire in a cosy country pub...
Dec 1, 20234 min read

CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE GUIDE
From Christmas light shows to Father Christmas himself, gift fairs to winter workshops, there's so much to see and do in our region this...
Nov 13, 20237 min read

WE'RE HERE FOR THE BOOS!
Just as the clock struck midnight, a glass fell with a smash on the bar floor and footsteps were heard running down the corridor above......
Oct 20, 20234 min read


COLD WATER SWIMMING SPOTS AND THE SURPRISE BENEFITS
Cold water swimming is not only an exhilarating and enjoyable activity but also offers a range of remarkable health advantages. You might...
Oct 18, 20234 min read


COUPLE'S STAY AT THE WEEPING WILLOW
Guest blog post by Riannah @riannaheve Nestled amongst the serene setting of the Suffolk countryside, The Weeping Willow offers a...
Sep 13, 20232 min read

AUTUMN GUIDE 2023
Throw on a second layer, lace up your boots and set off on an East Anglian adventure; We're introducing our top picks of bits and bobs to...
Sep 8, 20237 min read

BIRTHDAY BEER: A QUICK INTRODUCTION
Toast a decade of Chestnut with Eastern Gold, a beer brewed with Barsham Brewery. This golden ale boasts a rich hue, long-lasting flavour...
Aug 31, 20233 min read


BIRDIE FORTESCUE X LAWNS ROOMS
With the opening of our newly refurbished Lawns Rooms, we were keen to find out a little more about the soft furnishings and accessories...
Aug 2, 20233 min read

SUMMER ART TRAILS
From Romantic painter John Constable, known for his landscapes around Dedham, to sculptor Maggi Hambling, East Anglia has always been...
Jun 21, 20233 min read

SUNDAY GUIDE
A guide to making the most of summer Sundays in our region. From strolls around Farmers markets, to visits to vineyards and the best...
Jun 16, 20233 min read

A WEEKEND IN WESTLETON
Guest blog post by Anna @suffolksisters IN AND AROUND In April I headed over to the Westleton Crown, a delightful pub in the idyllic...
Jun 14, 20232 min read

SUMMER GUIDE 2023
Your ultimate guide for things to do in our region within easy reach of our Chestnut pubs with rooms! From festivals and carnivals, to...
Jun 7, 20235 min read


THE WILLOW LODGES - BEFORE & AFTER
Our new steel framed, timber panelled eco-friendly lodges are officially open to overnight guests and we've been gathering photographs...
Jun 7, 20231 min read

MUST-VISIT SUFFOLK BEACHES
Whether you're looking for a spot to build a sandcastle or would prefer to sunbathe with a book in hand, these six Suffolk beaches - and...
Jun 6, 20233 min read

THE WEEPING WILLOW EXPLORE GUIDE
With the exciting opening of our lodges at The Weeping Willow this month, we wanted to highlight some of the experiences, days out and...
May 30, 20232 min read


FAMILY WEEKEND AT THE FEATHERS
Written by Katie of @thesundayfeeling - gifted pr stay We’re fortunate to live just over an hour away from the beautiful North Norfolk...
May 26, 20236 min read

SUSTAINABLE STAYS IN OUR LODGES
We have kicked off 2023 with a keen commitment to sustainability and the new willow lodges are a manifestation of this. Our 7 new steel...
May 25, 20232 min read

MEET THE DESIGNER Q&A
With the opening of our lodges at The Weeping Willow fast approaching, we were keen to find out a little more about the inspiration...
May 15, 20232 min read
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