Tuddenham Mill

Well what can I say Felicity! From the moment we met you last year we knew our big event was in safe hands and more importantly you knew what we were trying to achieve. We can't thank you enough for the way you made our special day flow, you were everywhere and yet invisible. Tuddenham Mill, the staff, Sally and Greg were everything we hoped for. Your guidance on the things we needed advice on – canapes, drinks, food were spot on, such is your professionalism. Thank you again Felicity

Such a wonderful relaxing stay. Beautiful room that smelt wonderful of Espa products. Huge bed and such a nice rough with the free slow gin in the room. We had dinner in the teepee which was fun and food was excellent

We stayed here for 2 nights for my sisters wedding. what a beautiful place to stay, pretty surroundings, gorgeous beams in a large airy Mill Room, comfy bed, a stand alone bath with complimentary bath salts, fluffy towels, and very discreet housekeeping who snook in on the wedding day to make the bed and replace our towels. Mini fridge with juice, milk and water, tea and coffee facilities, even some slow gin, complimentary, to celebrate! Holly the wedding co-ordinator was fantastic, calm, organised, and a credit to the hotel. Food in the tippee was very nice, staff really friendly, cosy bar area, and a very tasty breakfast, nice choice of food and a great start to each morning. well done Tuddenham Mill, we were made very welcome here.

We recently got married at the mill and it was brilliant! I had total confidence in the events coordinator from the very first email. Nothing was a problem and the day ran perfectly. The accommodation was very comfortable and importantly for us, family friendly. The food is also delicious. We will definitely be returning for weekend breaks & dinner. Thanks.

Dear Jenny, Thank you for delivering the most perfect wedding weekend for us! You and the team were so well organised and ran such a slick operation with exceptional levels of service. Many of our guests said the same thing. The food was outstanding and we will remember the day forever. Thank you so much for all your hard work and for doing such an outstanding job! We will be back to visit and so will many of our guests! Love from Helene & Simon x

To Jenny & all at Tuddenham Mill, Thank you so much for everything. From the start of our wedding planning process to running our wedding day. You were all so amazing and Tuddenham Mill is just stunning! We couldn't of picked a better venue! We can't wait to come back! Thank you so much for giving us incredible memories that will last a lifetime! Lots of love from Stacy & Dec Hill xx

Dear Jenny and all the staff at Tuddenham Mill, Thank you so much for making our wedding so perfect. Everyone went above and beyond to making it such a special day. Jenny you were great and nothing was too much trouble, you are very good at what you do and so calm which was perfect for me. Kind regards always, Alberto & Trudi x

Ensconced in the Suffolk countryside, between Newmarket, Bury St Edmunds and Cambridge, sits Tuddenham Mill, an 18th century watermill turned smart boutique hotel and restaurant. From the outside, it’s a picture of traditional country charm, the white clapboard frontage looking out over a lake framed by weeping willows and pretty meadows (it’s no wonder it’s a popular wedding venue), but step inside and you’re greeted with something altogether more modern. A sleek, atmospherically lit bar sets the mood for a romantic nightcap or two, while the beamed restaurant upstairs offers an appealing blend of rustic and contemporary luxury. The Food Tuddenham Mill’s restaurant’s reputation precedes it. Holder of an impressive three AA rosettes and mentioned glowingly in the Michelin Guide, this esteemed eaterie has a long-held reputation as one of the top fine-dining spots in Suffolk. Under the steer of head chef Lee Bye, the food is refined without being pompous, allowing the first-rate ingredients to sing. We opted for the à la carte menu, though a taster menu is available at £65 per head if you want to see this talented cook really flexing his creative mettle. Whichever style of feast you choose, you can be sure of elegantly composed, heartily flavoured and produce-led dishes which showcase a parade of locally sourced ingredients. Our stunning starters set the tone for the meal. Cubes of butter-soft beef short rib, smothered in sticky-sweet sauce with aubergine, spring onions and whole hazelnuts brought big, Korean-style flavours, while the pig’s cheeks, cooked over fire, worked irresistibly well with their melty Morbier cheese topping, a little salted white cabbage cutting through the smokiness of the meat beautifully. The mains brought more impeccably cooked meat and thoughtful sides, a standout being the venison: its rich, gamey flavour complemented with creamy celeriac dauphinoise, buttered kale and bursts of whole fresh blackberries. The steak – a 28-day aged Red Poll sirloin, juicy and perfectly pink, was taken to gloriously indulgent new heights with the addition of unctuous bone marrow and a velvety madeira cream sauce. However full you might be, I urge you not to leave Tuddenham Mill without sampling a dessert: the bitter chocolate marquise, dusted in sugared pistachios with a smooth quenelle of white ice cream, was a highlight of our meal. The Rooms There are 21 rooms in total, split between the mill house and outbuildings, in addition to a series of individual wood cabins (‘meadow nooks’), one of which comes with its own outdoor hot tub. Ours was a loft suite: fresh, modern, spacious and serene, these light-filled rooms come complete with cosy fireplace, large L-shaped sofa and an exceptionally comfy king-sized bed. The centrepiece is the classy designer bathtub (the website assures it’s big enough for three…), but everywhere you look there are luxurious touches, from the plush, thick-pile rug to the private balcony and homemade sloe gin and fresh brownies which await guests. The bathroom, with its huge walk-in shower, ESPA products and Missoni robes, would be right at home in a high-end spa. The Verdict It’s hard to find fault with Tuddenham Mill. From the moment you arrive you’re cocooned in luxury and presented with thoughtful treats, gastro delights and beautiful countryside to ogle. The blend of historic charm and modern luxury is superbly well done, especially the way the old mill equipment has been integrated into the bar and restaurant design, while the clear passion for local produce, from the Dingley Dell sausages at breakfast to the Hawstead wild deer at dinner, provides the restaurant with a real sense of connection to its location. If you’re looking for an indulgent minibreak which ticks all the boxes and then some, I recommend you get booking.

Well Honey and Team, where do we start.... We really can't thank you enough for the amazing day we had last Thursday, 29th. We just want to do it all over again. From the first moment we visited Tuddenham Mill we knew we wanted to get married there. It really is the most relaxing place we have ever been to. We start to relax the moment we walk through the doors. Honey from the moment we met we knew everything was under control. We really can't praise you enough. From start to finish your attention to detail has been amazing. We feel we truly have made friends at Tuddenham Mill. I'm afraid we will be visiting lots!! Along with Stanley obviously. I'm unsure I can write how grateful we are to you and the team there. You really have made a special day amazing, beyond words and we are so thankful. You all worked so hard to make our day the best and it really is appreciated. We look forward to seeing you very soon. Much love and thanks The Youngs xx