1). Christchurch Mansion, Ipswich.
This was quite a discovery to be honest, and it is free entry!
2) Sutton Hoo
Sutton Hoo is the site of Anglo-Saxon burial mounds (late 6th, early 7th century). One contained a ship-burial that is thought to have been the resting place of Rædwald, ruler of the East Angles - and this is what the site is most famous for. At around £13 for entry, it is relatively cheap, and if you pick a good day (like I did), you'll enjoy it immensely.
3). Orford Castle.
King Henry II is behind this castle (building work began in 1165, concluding in 1173), and we have the Bigod family to thank for this remarkable keep as Henry wished to have a royal castle that 'outdid' the Bigod strongholds in Suffolk (including Framlingham). The keep is the only part of the castle left, but, believe me, it is the BEST keep i've ever been to. At around £8 each it is under-priced imo.
Norfolk will be up next.
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