Oscar the Owl

Oscar the Owl is a gallery dedicated to owl-themed art and crafts in Suffolk, a short drive from Stowmarket. It's the sort of place that appeals immediately to families with young children - the owl angle alone gets them excited before you've even arrived. The gallery showcases work centred around owls, from paintings and sculptures to practical crafts and installations. You'll spend anywhere from 45 minutes to two hours here depending on how much you want to linger and whether the kids get stuck at any hands-on stations.

It's worth knowing this isn't a major attraction - it's intimate and specialist. That's either brilliant or a bit limiting depending on what you're after. If you're camping at one of the nearby parks - Stonham Barns or Savage Glamping are both within easy reach - it makes a perfectly fine rainy afternoon diversion. Pair it with a walk around Stowmarket town centre or a visit to one of the other attractions in the area, and you've got a half-day sorted.

The admission details and opening hours aren't readily available online, so ring ahead before you go. Don't expect queues or crowds - that's the charm of it, really. For history buffs it's less interesting than for younger visitors, though if you're into folk art or rural Suffolk culture, there might be something here that clicks. Best suited to families wanting something different from the usual heritage attractions.