Shoppers' Guide to Suffolk
Suffolk is home to such a large and varied selection of shops that you are sure to find something you simply can't live without! Along with all of the recognised High Street chains, Suffolk also offers shoppers something a little more distinctive.
Stonham Barnsis a great day out in the heart of the Suffolk Countryside. Situated on the A1120 east of Stowmarket, Stonham Barns offers a variety of retail shops and leisure facilities such as Fishing Lakes, Fit Club, Garden Centre and much, much more to ensure you enjoy your visit with us!
Year round, admission to the complex is free and there is free parking.
For more informationand to see exactly what's available please see: Stonham Barns Leisure and Retail Complex
Yoxford Antiques Centre and Gardens offers a refreshing and relaxing approach to buying antiques, collectables and gifts. They have a light and airy display area of over 5,000 sq ft with quality antique and 20th century furniture, clocks, jewellery, bygones and collectables of all types, silver, ceramics, textiles, soft furnishings and vintage clothing, as well as a wide range of secondhand books, antique tools and garden ornaments. The friendly and knowledgeable staff are on hand to help in any way. There is ample free parking in front of the Centre. For more information please see: Yoxford Antiques Centre and Gardens
Throughout Suffolk you will find a great many independent and family-run shops selling unique, hand-made and specialised items covering everything from clothes, jewellery & accessories, to knick-knacks, ornaments, food & drink, and home & garden ware. You are sure to find the perfect gift for that special someone - or perhaps even treat yourself to an irresistible item!
If you enjoy seeking out treasures or the thrill of never knowing what you may find, check out Bygones of Needham Market! This is the ultimate place to grab a bargain as there is always a great selection of charming 'bygone' goods such as pine & oak furniture, vintage clothing, old fireplaces, copper kettles and much, much more! Bygones will also consider buying your unwanted items from you so get in touch by clicking on the link above!
One of the very best places to go for the ultimate in personal gifts is Lesley Pyke Limited. Lesley has been a professional glass & crystal engraver since 1984, creating spectacular pieces for all occasions - whether it be a birthday, wedding, award ceremony or a luxury gift for someone special 'just because'. Lesley also offers bespoke commissions and her own work for sale, much of which can be viewed in the gallery.
Jim Lawrence, Hadleigh, is a family-run business that supplies an impressively large range of hand-crafted home furnishings created by combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary designs. The selection of unique products can be viewed in the Hadleigh showroom or via the online shop, and are available for delivery throughout the UK.
If you have a passion for antiques then a visit to the Woodbridge Antiques Centre will not disappoint. Here you will find a vast and fascinating collection of little treasures from carefully selected dealers. Items include: glassware, porcelain & pottery, silver and silverplate, paintings & prints, fine jewellery, clocks & watches, telephones and much more. The Woodbridge Antiques Centre is the perfect place to find unique wedding/birthday/anniversary gifts for someone special, and is open every day of the week except Sundays.
In Ipswich is Evolution, a shop owned by a Buddhist charity, The Windhorse Trust, offering gifts and home ware (pictured above) sourced directly from developing countries – the profits of which go towards International and Community projects. Here you will find a delightful selection of interesting and unusual items to choose from, such as mirrors; candles; cushions; jewellery & accessories; toys & games; teapots; photo frames; and furniture. So why not make that special purchase whilst also doing a good deed? For full details please click on the link above.
Please also see our article, Fairtrade in Suffolk.
Kitty's Homestore in Framlingham invites you to drop in for some retail therapy! At Kitty’s you will find a large selection of items to indulge you, your home or your garden with, and you can take a shopping break in Kitty's Cafe, now offering light lunches along with coffees, teas and delicious cakes. For full details please click on the link above.
Shoppers’ Guide to Suffolk
One shop offering an unparalleled experience not to be missed is The Amber Shop in Southwold. Sitting alongside The Amber Museum (pictured above), here you will discover the delights of all things amber.
The museum features a beautiful selection of carvings and artefacts from around the world, and in the shop you will find a breath-taking array of traditional and modern amber jewellery for both men and women (pictured below). This is a unique shopping event, so be warned – you are likely to want to spend the whole day there! For more information please click on the link above.
The Jessica Muir Gallery in the centre of Long Melford is a wonderful place simply to visit, view and admire its products – though we are sure you will be tempted to make a purchase once you see exactly what is on offer. Artists and shop owners, Jessica Brown & Jean Muir, specialise in jewellery, ceramics, glass, wood (pictured below), textiles, painting and limited edition prints. Individual commissions and sourcing for specific requirements are undertaken to accommodate individual customer requirements, and the gallery features a changing programme of exhibitions which run throughout the year. For full details please click on the link above.
Another great place to pick up some original arts and crafts is the Suffolk Craft Society in Ipswich (pictured below). Within this magnificent 1868 Town Hall building shoppers will find a sales outlet for contemporary designer craftwork such as ceramics, jewellery, sculptures, weaved baskets and home & kitchen ware. The Society also has a craftwork commissioning service, an online shop, and hold monthly, free-entry talks and exhibitions by a featured artist. For full details please click on the link above.
Shoppers’ Guide to Suffolk
Nursey & Son Ltd stock a wonderful selection of sheepskin clothes and accessories in their shop in Bungay, and have done so for over 200 years. Here you will find everything from coats and bags to hats and slippers – and all crafted by hand! You can telephone or visit the shop and speak to a member of staff who knows everything about the products on offer, so if you’re looking for that special item made with a personal touch this is the place for you. For more information please click on the link above.
Shoppers’ Guide to Suffolk
Stuck for Christmas gift ideas? Check out our article, Christmas Presents from Suffolk, for a selection of wonderful presents that would delight the whole family, such as traditional Christmas hampers from Jimmy's Farm.
One of the best sources for local, specialised and hand-made food has to be Farm Shops and Farmers' Markets. Please click on the link for more information, including a full list of Farmers' Markets across the whole of Suffolk.
Another shop selling foods that are sure to make you sweat is The Chilli Company in Stowmarket. As you can guess by the name, here you will find all things chilli. And we mean ALL. They have a Chilli Farm (pictured below), growing over 150 varieties of chilling for you to come and see; Pablo’s Deli selling fresh chillies; a Chilli Shop bursting with locally produced gourmet sauces, salsas, jellies, chutneys & oils, plus extra-hot imported sauces, as well as gifts, clothing, books and ceramics; a Chilli Coffee Shop selling a great selection of teas, including Chilli Tea, Coffee and Chilli Hot Chocolate and soft drinks plus a selection of Light Lunches to suit all tastes; and finally a Mexican Restaurant and an outdoor Tapas & BBQ Restaurant. This is one place you could easily spend the whole day in! For full details please click on the link above.
For a full guide to other shopping experiences that Suffolk has to offer, please see Shopping in Suffolk. For a full list of all shops featured on the Suffolk Tourist Guide, please see Shops in Suffolk
Shoppers’ Guide to Suffolk
Please click on the following links for information on what Suffolk has to offer:
Accommodation in Suffolk
Special Offers from Hotels in Suffolk
Eating Out in Suffolk
Attractions in Suffolk
Activities in Suffolk
Days Out in Suffolk and Suffolk Tourist Attractions - guides to both action-packed activities and also more subdued, relaxing attractions in Suffolk
What's On Suffolk
Suffolk Festivals
Beaches in Suffolk
Walking in Suffolk
Suffolk Museums
Art Galleries and Current Art Exhibitions
Courses in Suffolk
Where do you love to shop in Suffolk? Please let us know at suffolkguides.admin@suffolktouristguide.com.
Stonham Barnsis a great day out in the heart of the Suffolk Countryside. Situated on the A1120 east of Stowmarket, Stonham Barns offers a variety of retail shops and leisure facilities such as Fishing Lakes, Fit Club, Garden Centre and much, much more to ensure you enjoy your visit with us!
Year round, admission to the complex is free and there is free parking.
For more informationand to see exactly what's available please see: Stonham Barns Leisure and Retail Complex
Yoxford Antiques Centre and Gardens offers a refreshing and relaxing approach to buying antiques, collectables and gifts. They have a light and airy display area of over 5,000 sq ft with quality antique and 20th century furniture, clocks, jewellery, bygones and collectables of all types, silver, ceramics, textiles, soft furnishings and vintage clothing, as well as a wide range of secondhand books, antique tools and garden ornaments. The friendly and knowledgeable staff are on hand to help in any way. There is ample free parking in front of the Centre. For more information please see: Yoxford Antiques Centre and Gardens
Throughout Suffolk you will find a great many independent and family-run shops selling unique, hand-made and specialised items covering everything from clothes, jewellery & accessories, to knick-knacks, ornaments, food & drink, and home & garden ware. You are sure to find the perfect gift for that special someone - or perhaps even treat yourself to an irresistible item!
If you enjoy seeking out treasures or the thrill of never knowing what you may find, check out Bygones of Needham Market! This is the ultimate place to grab a bargain as there is always a great selection of charming 'bygone' goods such as pine & oak furniture, vintage clothing, old fireplaces, copper kettles and much, much more! Bygones will also consider buying your unwanted items from you so get in touch by clicking on the link above!
One of the very best places to go for the ultimate in personal gifts is Lesley Pyke Limited. Lesley has been a professional glass & crystal engraver since 1984, creating spectacular pieces for all occasions - whether it be a birthday, wedding, award ceremony or a luxury gift for someone special 'just because'. Lesley also offers bespoke commissions and her own work for sale, much of which can be viewed in the gallery.
Jim Lawrence, Hadleigh, is a family-run business that supplies an impressively large range of hand-crafted home furnishings created by combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary designs. The selection of unique products can be viewed in the Hadleigh showroom or via the online shop, and are available for delivery throughout the UK.
If you have a passion for antiques then a visit to the Woodbridge Antiques Centre will not disappoint. Here you will find a vast and fascinating collection of little treasures from carefully selected dealers. Items include: glassware, porcelain & pottery, silver and silverplate, paintings & prints, fine jewellery, clocks & watches, telephones and much more. The Woodbridge Antiques Centre is the perfect place to find unique wedding/birthday/anniversary gifts for someone special, and is open every day of the week except Sundays.
In Ipswich is Evolution, a shop owned by a Buddhist charity, The Windhorse Trust, offering gifts and home ware (pictured above) sourced directly from developing countries – the profits of which go towards International and Community projects. Here you will find a delightful selection of interesting and unusual items to choose from, such as mirrors; candles; cushions; jewellery & accessories; toys & games; teapots; photo frames; and furniture. So why not make that special purchase whilst also doing a good deed? For full details please click on the link above.
Please also see our article, Fairtrade in Suffolk.
Kitty's Homestore in Framlingham invites you to drop in for some retail therapy! At Kitty’s you will find a large selection of items to indulge you, your home or your garden with, and you can take a shopping break in Kitty's Cafe, now offering light lunches along with coffees, teas and delicious cakes. For full details please click on the link above.
Shoppers’ Guide to Suffolk
One shop offering an unparalleled experience not to be missed is The Amber Shop in Southwold. Sitting alongside The Amber Museum (pictured above), here you will discover the delights of all things amber.
The museum features a beautiful selection of carvings and artefacts from around the world, and in the shop you will find a breath-taking array of traditional and modern amber jewellery for both men and women (pictured below). This is a unique shopping event, so be warned – you are likely to want to spend the whole day there! For more information please click on the link above.
The Jessica Muir Gallery in the centre of Long Melford is a wonderful place simply to visit, view and admire its products – though we are sure you will be tempted to make a purchase once you see exactly what is on offer. Artists and shop owners, Jessica Brown & Jean Muir, specialise in jewellery, ceramics, glass, wood (pictured below), textiles, painting and limited edition prints. Individual commissions and sourcing for specific requirements are undertaken to accommodate individual customer requirements, and the gallery features a changing programme of exhibitions which run throughout the year. For full details please click on the link above.
Another great place to pick up some original arts and crafts is the Suffolk Craft Society in Ipswich (pictured below). Within this magnificent 1868 Town Hall building shoppers will find a sales outlet for contemporary designer craftwork such as ceramics, jewellery, sculptures, weaved baskets and home & kitchen ware. The Society also has a craftwork commissioning service, an online shop, and hold monthly, free-entry talks and exhibitions by a featured artist. For full details please click on the link above.
Shoppers’ Guide to Suffolk
Nursey & Son Ltd stock a wonderful selection of sheepskin clothes and accessories in their shop in Bungay, and have done so for over 200 years. Here you will find everything from coats and bags to hats and slippers – and all crafted by hand! You can telephone or visit the shop and speak to a member of staff who knows everything about the products on offer, so if you’re looking for that special item made with a personal touch this is the place for you. For more information please click on the link above.
Shoppers’ Guide to Suffolk
Stuck for Christmas gift ideas? Check out our article, Christmas Presents from Suffolk, for a selection of wonderful presents that would delight the whole family, such as traditional Christmas hampers from Jimmy's Farm.
One of the best sources for local, specialised and hand-made food has to be Farm Shops and Farmers' Markets. Please click on the link for more information, including a full list of Farmers' Markets across the whole of Suffolk.
Another shop selling foods that are sure to make you sweat is The Chilli Company in Stowmarket. As you can guess by the name, here you will find all things chilli. And we mean ALL. They have a Chilli Farm (pictured below), growing over 150 varieties of chilling for you to come and see; Pablo’s Deli selling fresh chillies; a Chilli Shop bursting with locally produced gourmet sauces, salsas, jellies, chutneys & oils, plus extra-hot imported sauces, as well as gifts, clothing, books and ceramics; a Chilli Coffee Shop selling a great selection of teas, including Chilli Tea, Coffee and Chilli Hot Chocolate and soft drinks plus a selection of Light Lunches to suit all tastes; and finally a Mexican Restaurant and an outdoor Tapas & BBQ Restaurant. This is one place you could easily spend the whole day in! For full details please click on the link above.
For a full guide to other shopping experiences that Suffolk has to offer, please see Shopping in Suffolk. For a full list of all shops featured on the Suffolk Tourist Guide, please see Shops in Suffolk
Shoppers’ Guide to Suffolk
Please click on the following links for information on what Suffolk has to offer:
Accommodation in Suffolk
Special Offers from Hotels in Suffolk
Eating Out in Suffolk
Attractions in Suffolk
Activities in Suffolk
Days Out in Suffolk and Suffolk Tourist Attractions - guides to both action-packed activities and also more subdued, relaxing attractions in Suffolk
What's On Suffolk
Suffolk Festivals
Beaches in Suffolk
Walking in Suffolk
Suffolk Museums
Art Galleries and Current Art Exhibitions
Courses in Suffolk
Where do you love to shop in Suffolk? Please let us know at suffolkguides.admin@suffolktouristguide.com.
