PLAN FOR THE DAY
0930 Depart from Cambridge for our trip south-eastwards into the picturesque counties of Suffolk and Essex.
1015 Arrive in the ancient village of Clare. First we make the short and easy climb to the top of the old castle mound for its views over the village. Then we head for the quaint streets of old cottages that surround the church in the centre of the village. Time for a rejuvenating coffee or morning cream tea in one of the village's traditional cafes.
1130 Arrive in Lavenham, once the 14th richest place in England! Today, the tiny village is full of wonky, wood-framed houses jostling for attention. Remove the cars and Lavenham could be a time-travel-trip back into medieval England. Afterwards, we make our way through country lanes and a succession of quaint villages to our lunch stop.
1330 Lunch in the picture-postcard village of Finchingfield. Feel free to bring food and drink with you to consume on the bus or on the village green but the village has two cafes and a pub for those wishing to indulge in British fare!
1430 Before making our way back towards Cambridge, we head first to Thaxted. Time to stroll the picturesque streets, or browse in one of the village boutiques.
Afterwards we depart for the journey back home.
1600 Arrive back in Cambridge
