The Watering Place Café

21/08/2026

This season at The Watering Place, we’re giving our classic favourites a little Spanish flair — bold flavours, warming spices and seasonal dishes made for autumn. 🍷🍴🍂

📍The Watering Place, Gainsborough’s House, Sudbury

Enquiries:

[email protected]
07858223244

07/08/2026

☀️🎶 SUMMER SOUNDS THIS SATURDAY 🎶☀️

Our Summer Sounds series continues this Saturday as we welcome back local musician Nigel Ashcroft – A Wild Folk Man to The Watering Place! 🎸🌿

Join us in the beautiful garden at The Watering Place, Gainsborough’s House from 2pm–5pm for an afternoon of live music, good food and something cold to drink in the Suffolk sunshine.

🍴 Stay for lunch
🍷 Enjoy a glass of w**e or something refreshing
☕ Treat yourself to coffee & cake
🎶 Sit back and enjoy live music in the garden

Whether you're making an afternoon of it with friends or simply stopping by during your visit to Sudbury, Summer Sounds is all about relaxed Saturdays, great music and good company.

📅 This Saturday
🎸 Nigel Ashcroft – A Wild Folk Man
🕑 2pm–5pm
📍 The Watering Place, Gainsborough’s House, Sudbury

Come and find yourself a spot in the garden — we’ll see you there! ☀️🌿🎶

17/07/2026

🎶 Summer Sounds continues this Saturday at The Watering Place! ☀️🌿

Join us this Saturday from 2pm–5pm for another wonderful afternoon of live music in the beautiful gardens of Gainsborough's House.

This week's performers are A Light Left On, bringing their fantastic acoustic sound to The Watering Place. Sit back, relax and enjoy an afternoon of great music, delicious food and refreshing drinks in one of Sudbury's most picturesque settings.

Whether you're joining us for lunch, coffee and cake, or simply a glass of w**e in the sunshine, it's the perfect way to spend a summer Saturday with family and friends.

📅 This Saturday
🕑 Live music from 2pm–5pm
📍 The Watering Place, Gainsborough's House, Sudbury

No tickets required – simply come along, find a seat in our garden and enjoy the atmosphere. We can't wait to welcome you! ☀️🎶

14/07/2026

🌿 Discover one of Sudbury's hidden gems...

Nestled within the beautiful grounds of Gainsborough's House, The Watering Place is a family-run café & restaurant offering relaxed counter-service in our café and refined table service in our restaurant.

Whether you're joining us for breakfast, lunch, coffee and homemade cake, seasonal dishes, beautiful garden dining or one of our live music events, you'll always receive a warm welcome.

✨ Breakfast & Lunch
🍷 W**e & Dine
☕ Fresh Coffee & Homemade Cakes
🌿 Beautiful Garden Dining
🎶 Live Music & Seasonal Events
🛍 Gift Shop

We'd love to welcome you soon.

📍 The Watering Place
Gainsborough's House
Sudbury, Suffolk

04/07/2026

25/06/2026

Nothing says summer like live music in the sunshine! ☀️🎶

Every Saturday, 2pm–5pm, we're bringing the soundtrack to your weekend at The Watering Place.

Grab your friends, find a sunny spot, and enjoy an afternoon of great tunes and good vibes. 🌿🍷

19/06/2026

☀️ Summer has arrived at The Watering Place!

Whether you're catching up with friends, enjoying a family day out, or simply looking for a peaceful spot to unwind, our beautiful garden at Gainsborough's House is the perfect place to soak up the sunshine.

Enjoy freshly made food, refreshing drinks, homemade cakes, and a little slice of Suffolk tranquillity right in the heart of Sudbury.

Why not make the most of the warmer days and join us in the garden? We can't wait to welcome you.

📍 The Watering Place at Gainsborough's House

📩 [email protected]
📞 07858 2233244


For Enquiries:

17/06/2026

Looking for the perfect Father's Day gift? 🎁🍺

Look no further! Treat Dad to something he'll really enjoy with our gift shop selection, including locally brewed Nethergate b**r gift sets and a nostalgic collection of old-school classic sweets.

The perfect combination for a well-deserved Father's Day treat! Pop in and find the ideal gift before Father's Day arrives.

For any Enquiries:

📩 [email protected]
📞 07858 2233244

12/06/2026

🎶 Summer Sounds continues at The Watering Place, Sudbury! 🎶

Join us this Saturday from 2pm–5pm in our beautiful garden for an afternoon of live music, delicious sharing boards, and your favourite glass of w**e.

This week’s featured artist is the wonderfully talented Phoebe Austin, bringing the perfect soundtrack to a relaxing summer afternoon.

Gather your friends, soak up the atmosphere, and enjoy great food, drinks, and live music in the sunshine.

12/06/2026

🥂 Cream tea in the vineyard? Yes please… 🌿

We’re delighted to be catering for the very first Toppesfield Sculpture & W**e Festival.

Have you got your tickets?

🥂 Cream tea in the vineyard? Yes please… 🌿

We’re delighted that catering for the very first Toppesfield Sculpture & W**e Festival will be provided by Stellar Catering Ltd, the team behind the much loved The Watering Place Café at Gainsborough’s House.

Expect beautiful homemade food, seasonal treats and the perfect excuse to slow down with a glass of w**e and enjoy a summer afternoon exploring sculpture, vineyard views and everything the festival has to offer.

Think:
🥯 Freshly prepared bagels
🍟 Maldon salted fries
🫖 Cheese or fruit scones
🍰 Millionaire cake
🥂 A glass of Toppesfield w**e in hand

Whether you’re visiting for the art, the w**e, the food — or all three — we can’t wait to welcome you.

🎨 Toppesfield Sculpture & W**e Festival
📍 Toppesfield Vineyard
📅 12th–14th June 2026
🫖 Catering available across the weekend
🎟️ Book tickets: https://www.ticketsource.com/toppesfield/toppesfield-sculpture-w**e-festival/e-jzjxmp

Please give some love to The Watering Place Café, we’re delighted to have their brilliant team joining us for festival weekend.