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Suffolk is a gentle county of market towns, medieval villages, river estuaries and a lovely stretch of coast. It is a friendly, relaxed place to meet someone new, whether you live in Ipswich, a country town or a village. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Suffolk
Three easy places to meet someone new in and around Suffolk. Check opening times before you go.
Southwold seafront and pier
A neat seaside town with a promenade, a pier and a row of colourful beach huts. Check opening times before you go.
Aldeburgh beach
A long shingle beach beside the town of Aldeburgh, with the sea on one side and the high street close by. Free to walk.
Lavenham
A very well preserved medieval village with timber framed houses and a handsome church. Free to wander, so wear comfortable shoes.
Around Suffolk
Towns and countryside: Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds, Lowestoft, Felixstowe, Sudbury, Woodbridge, Stowmarket, Newmarket, Southwold and Aldeburgh.
A note on the coast: the Suffolk coast is flat, open and exposed, so even a bright day can feel breezy. Bring a warm layer, and check the tide times before walking along any estuary shore.
County town
Getting there: Ipswich station has trains to London Liverpool Street, Norwich and Cambridge, and branch lines run to Felixstowe, Lowestoft and Sudbury. The A14, A12 and A11 are the main roads.
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Questions about dating in Suffolk
What is a good first date in Suffolk?
There are plenty of easy options: a seaside afternoon in Southwold, a walk on Aldeburgh beach and a wander around Lavenham. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Suffolk?
Ipswich station has trains to London Liverpool Street, Norwich and Cambridge, and branch lines run to Felixstowe, Lowestoft and Sudbury. The A14, A12 and A11 are the main roads.
Can I join Silver Gay Singles from Suffolk?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and you can say where you live. Silver Gay Singles covers the whole UK, so you can look at other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Suffolk?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Our guide to dating safely has more tips.