Traveller names Suffolk world's most beautiful place

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 31 Oct, 12:35 · Archive

A traveller who has visited over 70 countries has named Suffolk the most beautiful place in the world.

Rory King, a traveller from Belfast, has named Suffolk the most beautiful place in the world after visiting more than 70 countries. King has spent around a decade travelling globally, living in destinations including New York, New Zealand, Canada and Fiji, before spending four years in Suffolk. He described the county as 'absolutely beautiful' and 'quite underrated'.

King highlighted Suffolk's attractions, saying 'there are lots of really nice spa hotels, lovely walks and lots of scenery' and attributed the county's appeal to retirees to its beauty. He praised its mix of historic towns, coastal charm and tranquil countryside. Ipswich, where King lived for several years, is one of England's oldest towns with more than 600 listed buildings featuring Tudor architecture and medieval streets. The waterfront has been revitalised with restaurants and bars, contrasting with the peaceful grounds of Christchurch Park and Mansion.

Lavenham, another Suffolk highlight, is described as one of England's best-preserved medieval villages. It contains more than 300 timber-framed buildings dating back to the 15th century, with streets offering what King characterised as a step back in time.

How it is being reported

• Suffolk named world's most beautiful place by traveller who visited over 70 countriesSuffolk has been named the most beautiful place in the world by a traveller who has visited more than 70 countries.Ipswich Star · 31 Oct, 12:00
• Suffolk named world's most beautiful place by traveller who visited over 70 countriesSuffolk has been named the most beautiful place in the world by a traveller who has visited more than 70 countries.East Anglian Daily Times · 31 Oct, 12:00

In this story: Rory King · Suffolk · Belfast · Ipswich · Lavenham

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