Online Gift Voucher Guide!

Shoppers in Bury St Edmunds can find the solution to all their gift purchases this year with the brand new Our Bury St Edmunds Town Centre Gift Card.

This initiative from the Business Improvement District (BID) organisation works in the same way as buying a gift card for any individual retailer, but can currently be used in more than 70 different outlets in the town centre from jewellers to cafes and gift shops to galleries, with more businesses signing up every week. It’s the first town centre card of its kind in Suffolk.

As well as giving a vast selection of spending options the card is Mastercard-based allowing users to purchase with confidence. And not only does buying an Our Bury St Edmunds Gift Card take the uncertainty out of present buying, it’s also helping to support all the businesses that make Bury St Edmunds a unique shopping or eating out destination. It’s additionally an ideal way for businesses in the town to reward their staff at Christmas, while continuing to support the local economy.

More information and to purchase the gift card online visit the Bury St Edmunds Town Centre Gift Card website.

The stylish and historic Angel Hotel offers gift vouchers that can be redeemed for a range of luxurious experiences. Simply choose the amount you’d like to gift and the lucky recipient can use it to cover an overnight stay in one of the beautiful rooms, or for a meal in the opulent Eaterie restaurant.

There are also vouchers that can be exchanged for a luxury afternoon tea, including a glass of champagne, sweet and savoury delights and traditional scones with jam and cream.

Get your gift vouchers online at The Angel Hotel website.

Anyone would be thrilled to receive one of the many vouchers on offer for The Ickworth Hotel and spa. From massages, body scrubs and twilight spa sessions to special treatment packages for mums to be, the options are imaginative, thoughtful and fun. Beyond the spa, you can purchase vouchers redeemable for Sunday lunch, afternoon tea or even a one- night dinner, bed and breakfast stay. Relaxation and restoration await.

Get your gift vouchers online at The Ickworth Hotel website.

Bedford Lodge Hotel and Spa have a wide range of luxury gift voucher options for you to choose from. Fabulous afternoon tea experiences and rejuvenating overnight stays in one of the many sumptuous rooms as well as decadent champagne dinner for two and even a voucher for a whole year’s membership to the lodge’s gym and fitness centre. Vouchers can be personalised with a message of your choice.

Get your gift vouchers direct at The Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa website.

‘Go green’ and gift someone a fantastical holiday in a hobbit inspired glamping pod. West Stow Pods offer a unique and tranquil glamping experience in the heart of Suffolk’s scenic countryside. The range of accommodation available range from cosy mega pods and magical forest lodges among the trees to ‘Pod Hollow’; a subterranean dwelling complete with quirky furnishings - the perfect gift for any Lord of the Rings fan! Vouchers are available for midweek and weekend stays and a two-night weekend stay even includes a complimentary bottle of prosecco.

Gift vouchers available online at West Stow Pods website.

This 15^th century Black Lion inn in the picturesque village of Long Melford boasts a charming and comfortable setting perfect for a laid back break away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

As well as their vouchers for treats such as afternoon tea for two and dinner, bed and breakfast they also offer the more unusual ‘Dog lovers stay for two’ which invites the lucky couple to bring along their four-legged best friend for a special stay for them all.

Perks include gifts for the dog in question including paw oil, natural dog treats and a cosy blanket. Your furry friend can also join you for breakfast with their own doggy meal specially prepared for them.

Visit The Black Lion website to purchase.

The 15^th Century Swan at Lavenham luxury hotel and spa sits in the quaint village of Lavenham with its half timbered medieval cottages, narrow streets and impressive marketplace, making it the perfect choice for a relaxing mini break.

The list of gift voucher experiences is seemingly endless, with a whole range of spa treatments so you can choose the perfect option for your loved one. Highlights include the ‘Power breakfast facial’, which utilizes the nourishing properties of oats, honey and fruit, and the ‘Turkish delight’, which combines exfoliation, aromatherapy and hot steaming towels to recreate an authentic Turkish spa experience.

There are also a selection of vouchers which can be exchanged for afternoon tea, Sunday lunch or even a culinary master class where participants can learn to cook like a professional and then sit down to enjoy the fruits of their labour.

Visit The Swan at Lavenham Hotel & Spa website for more information.

Give the gift of theatre with vouchers for the fantastic Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds. With a wide and varied programme including drama, comedy and ballet there really is something for everyone and the memories will last for a good time to come.

You can choose to buy tickets for a particular show, vouchers that can be redeemed for a show of their choice or even for a theatre membership which gives members a discount on all tickets, priority booking and invitations to exclusive season launch events.

Gift the gift of theatre at Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds website.

The Apex is a cultural hub with lots to see and do for everyone in the family.

Vouchers can be redeemed against a whole host of events including live music, comedy, workshops and shows. Tribute acts pop up regularly on the programme and include ‘Oasish’ and ‘Think Floyd’ and workshops allow participants to learn the harmonica or enjoy a night of prosecco and painting, all perfect for the person who wants to try something different.

For more information visit The Apex website.

Young and old will enjoy CurveMotion, a pioneering indoor interactive venue offering activities for all the family including roller skating, soft play, mega slides, dedicated party facilities and a high quality bistro.

Their play frame is the biggest in East Anglia, and features a wide variety of interactive areas for ages up to 12, as well as mega slides suitable for all ages and a vertical drop slide.

The purpose built roller rink offers a range of sessions from roller disco to skate lessons.

Gift vouchers are also available online in £5 and £1 denominations online at CurveMotion website.

No visit to Bury St Edmunds is complete without experiencing the nearby town of Newmarket, the Home of Horseracing! There are a variety of tours available for you to experience during your time in Newmarket. Popular options include: National Stud Tour, Taster Tour, Newmarket Experience and Ultimate Newmarket Experience.

Gift vouchers are available at the Discover Newmarket website.

Movie-lovers will love a night at the cinema to see the latest blockbuster or classic at the historic Abbeygate Cinema. Make the most of the night out and also enjoy a meal at No4 Restaurant - ideal for date night, an evening with friends or a family activity.

Gift vouchers are available to buy online at Abbeygate Cinema website.

The National Horse Racing Museum in Newmarket tells the story of horseracing from its earliest origins to the global phenomenon it is today.

You can buy gift vouchers for the National Horse Racing Museum to be exchanged for entry or to spend in their wonderful gift shop. You can also buy an annual pass to visit the museum again and again - perfect for repeat visits!

Buy gift vouchers online at The National Horse Racing Museum website.

Giffords Hall Vineyard is a beautiful place to visit throughout the year, situated in the heart of the Upper Stour valley. Hartest is one of Suffolk’s prettiest villages, with a hump backed bridge, thatched and painted houses and a large green. It has a smashing pub, The Crown, and we are surrounded by picturesque places of interest such as Long Melford, Lavenham and Bury St Edmunds (an Historic cathedral town boasting many splendid places to eat).

The tour gift vouchers provide a wonderful way of enjoying the vineyard's informative, entertaining tours, either for yourself or as a great gift for friends or family and something to look forward to later in the year!

Buy online at Giffords Hall Vineyard website.

The ideal gift for ale-lovers, the historic Greene King Brewery in Bury St Edmunds offers tours of their state of the art brewhouse, including the chance to sample some of their famous beers! The tour includes a trip up to the roof for one of the best panoramic views of our market town and finishes with a tutored beer tasting in the Greene King Beer Café.

To buy a gift voucher tour visit Greene King website.

You can also buy beers online for delivery at Greene King online shop.

After staying indoors for a while an outdoor adventure with Explore 4X4 will be much needed and appreciated! There's a huge range of outdoor activities on offer including archery, clay pidgeon shooting, off road driving, cross bows and boot camp experiences.

Gift vouchers can be redeemed towards any activity so make the perfect treat for a birthday or as a day out for the family! Buy gift vouchers online at Explore 4X4 website.

With Eezybike vouchers your present will give the recipient an E bike for a full day at either of their locations in Bury St Edmunds or Aldeburgh!

Explore Bury St Edmunds and Beyond by bike and enjoy the many cycle routes around the beautiful countryside! Book them online now at Eezybike website or email askus@eezybike.co.uk.

With a wealth of outstanding food and drink producers, Suffolk fully deserves its moniker of ‘the Foodie County’ and Bury St Edmunds 'Suffolk's Foodie Capital'.

Many of our independent restaurants here in Bury St Edmunds and Beyond have gift vouchers available to purchase for your next trip or for a gift!

These include Suffolk only Michelin-starred restaurant Pea Porridge, award-winning French restaurant Maison Bleue, The One Bull, No4 Restaurant and Bar at Abbeygate Cinema, Giggling Squid, and just outside Bury St Edmunds, The Weeping Willow in Barrow,

Plus there are some great national chains and favorites in Bury St Edmunds including Pizza Express, Prezzo, Wagamama, and Byron Burger.

Many restaurants offer afternoon tea vouchers including Harriets Cafe Tea Rooms, The Angel, and The Ickworth Hotel.