Overview of Cakes & Ale Holiday Park
Cakes & Ale Holiday Park is a peaceful Suffolk holiday park at Theberton near Leiston and Saxmundham, set across more than 45 acres of countryside a short drive from the Suffolk coast. View our full range of parks for caravan holidays in Saxmundham here.
The park occupies part of the former RAF Leiston airfield, which was used by the USAAF 357th Fighter Group during the Second World War. That history remains an important part of the park's character, including the Yoxford Boys name used for its bar and restaurant.
Current holiday accommodation includes two and three bedroom caravans sleeping four or six guests, with pet friendly options available. Touring caravans and motorhomes are also catered for, with hardstanding pitches and heated shower facilities.
Cakes & Ale is particularly strong for guests who enjoy outdoor space without wanting a large resort style park. There are two tennis courts, a golf practice range, football goals, boules, a children's playpark and a large field that is useful for dog walking.
The refurbished Yoxford Boys Bar & Restaurant provides food and drinks on the park, while everyday supplies are available from the park shop.
The location works particularly well for exploring this part of Suffolk. Sizewell Beach, Aldeburgh, Thorpeness, RSPB Minsmere, Dunwich Heath and Snape Maltings can all be reached within relatively short drives.
Cakes & Ale Holiday Park at a Glance
| Location | Theberton near Leiston, Suffolk |
| Setting | More than 45 acres of open Suffolk countryside |
| History | Part of the former RAF Leiston airfield |
| Holiday Accommodation | Two and three bedroom caravans |
| Sleeps | 4 or 6 guests |
| Dog Friendly | Selected caravan accommodation welcomes dogs |
| Touring | Touring caravan and motorhome pitches |
| Bar & Restaurant | Yoxford Boys Bar & Restaurant |
| Tennis | Two courts |
| Golf | Golf practice range |
| Sports | Football and boules |
| Playground | Children's outdoor playpark |
| Dog Walking | Large open field |
| Touring Facilities | Heated wet rooms and showers |
| WiFi | Available |
| Nearest Town | Leiston |
| Nearest Coast | Sizewell and the Suffolk Heritage Coast |
Planning a Stay at Cakes & Ale Holiday Park
| Holiday Style | What Cakes & Ale Offers |
|---|---|
| Quiet Caravan Holidays | Spacious park layout with relatively low density and plenty of open ground |
| Dog Friendly Holidays | Pet friendly accommodation and a large field for walks |
| Touring Holidays | Hardstanding pitches with electric and water options |
| Active Breaks | Tennis, golf practice, football and boules |
| Family Holidays | Playpark, sports areas and open recreation space |
| Suffolk Coast Holidays | Sizewell, Thorpeness and Aldeburgh within easy reach |
| Wildlife Holidays | RSPB Minsmere and Dunwich Heath nearby |
| Historic Breaks | Former RAF Leiston setting with Second World War connections |
| Couples Breaks | Peaceful countryside setting with food and drink available on the park |
Cakes & Ale particularly suits visitors who want plenty of space and useful facilities without the swimming pools, arcades and intensive entertainment programme found at larger holiday resorts.
Its position just inland from the Suffolk coast also means visitors can spend different days at beaches, nature reserves, villages and market towns rather than being tied to a single seaside resort.
Why is Cakes & Ale Holiday Park a Great Holiday Park?
- More than 45 acres of spacious Suffolk countryside
- Historic location on the former RAF Leiston airfield
- Modern two and three bedroom holiday caravans
- Dog friendly accommodation and walking space
- Yoxford Boys Bar & Restaurant
- Two tennis courts and golf practice range
- Children's playpark, football and boules
- Excellent position for Aldeburgh, Thorpeness and RSPB Minsmere
Cakes & Ale Holiday Park FAQs
What holiday accommodation is available at Cakes & Ale?
Current holiday rental accommodation includes two bedroom caravans sleeping four and three bedroom caravans sleeping six. Pet friendly options are available.
Is Cakes & Ale Holiday Park dog friendly?
Yes. Selected holiday caravans welcome dogs and the park has a large open field that is particularly useful for dog walking.
Does Cakes & Ale Holiday Park have a restaurant?
Yes. The refurbished Yoxford Boys Bar & Restaurant provides food and drinks on the park.
Does Cakes & Ale have a golf course?
There is no full golf course on the park. Guests can use the golf practice range, while full golf courses are available nearby at places including Thorpeness.
Can you take a touring caravan to Cakes & Ale?
Yes. Touring caravans and motorhomes are part of the park's accommodation mix, with hardstanding pitches and access to heated shower and wet room facilities.
How close is Cakes & Ale Holiday Park to the Suffolk coast?
The park is a few miles inland. Sizewell Beach is one of the closest coastal destinations, while Thorpeness and Aldeburgh can also be reached within a short drive.
Accommodation at Cakes & Ale Holiday Park
The current holiday rental range at Cakes & Ale consists primarily of two and three bedroom caravans.
Two bedroom caravans sleep four guests and generally combine one double bedroom with one twin room.
Three bedroom caravans sleep six and provide additional bedroom space for families or groups.
The current caravan range has open plan living and dining areas, television and self catering kitchen facilities.
Kitchens include a fridge or fridge freezer together with crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils, giving guests the equipment needed for everyday self catering.
Central heating and double glazing are included with the current accommodation, making caravans more comfortable during spring, autumn and winter stays.
Outdoor decking provides private space beside the caravan, while parking is included.
Bed linen is supplied, although guests should bring their own bath towels.
Selected two and three bedroom caravans are pet friendly.
Accommodation Comparison
| Accommodation Type | Bedrooms | Sleeps | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two Bedroom Caravans | 2 | 4 | Double and twin bedrooms, kitchen, heating and decking |
| Three Bedroom Caravans | 3 | 6 | Larger family layout with three bedrooms |
| Dog Friendly Caravans | 2 or 3 | 4 to 6 | Selected accommodation welcoming pets |
| Touring Pitches | — | Varies | Hardstanding pitches with electric and water options |
| Motorhome Pitches | — | Varies | Touring pitches with access to park amenities |
Practical Accommodation Information
| Caravan Bedrooms | Two or three |
| Capacity | 4 or 6 guests |
| Kitchen | Self catering kitchen with fridge/freezer |
| Heating | Central heating |
| Double Glazing | Included |
| Decking | Included with current caravan range |
| Television | Included |
| Bed Linen | Included |
| Towels | Guests should bring their own |
| Dogs | Accepted in selected accommodation |
| Parking | Included |
| WiFi | Available |
| Touring Base | Hardstanding |
| Electric Hook Up | Available |
| Water | Individual or shared water depending on pitch |
Park Facilities at Cakes & Ale Holiday Park
Cakes & Ale's strongest facilities revolve around outdoor recreation, space and its bar and restaurant rather than swimming pools or a large entertainment complex.
The combination of two tennis courts, golf practice, football, boules and extensive open ground gives guests considerably more to do than the park's quiet atmosphere might initially suggest.
Yoxford Boys Bar & Restaurant
The Yoxford Boys Bar & Restaurant is the main food and drink venue at Cakes & Ale.
The name reflects the history of RAF Leiston and the 357th Fighter Group, whose airmen became known locally as the Yoxford Boys.
The venue has recently undergone substantial refurbishment and now combines the traditional bar with restaurant dining.
For caravan and touring guests this means there is somewhere to eat and drink within walking distance of the accommodation rather than needing to drive into Leiston or one of the surrounding villages every evening.
Two Tennis Courts
Cakes & Ale has two full tennis courts available throughout the year.
They form one of the park's strongest recreational facilities and are maintained for guest use rather than being a small multi use area.
For couples and families who regularly play tennis, having two dedicated courts makes them much more useful than a single shared sports court.
Golf Practice Range
The golf practice range is positioned on the far side of the main recreation field near the tennis courts.
It gives golfers somewhere to practise their swing during the holiday without travelling to a golf club.
This is a practice facility rather than a full course, making it particularly useful for short sessions before visiting nearby courses such as Thorpeness.
Football and Recreation Field
The large recreation field provides generous outdoor space for informal games and family activities.
Football goals are provided and there is room for children and adults to play without being confined to a small games court.
The scale of the grounds is one of the main differences between Cakes & Ale and more densely developed caravan parks.
Boules
A dedicated boules area adds a slower paced activity alongside the more energetic tennis, football and golf practice facilities.
It works well for couples and mixed age family groups because little specialist equipment or previous experience is needed.
Children's Playpark
The outdoor playpark provides climbing and play equipment for younger guests.
Its position alongside the park's wider recreation facilities means families can combine playground time with football, tennis and other outdoor activities.
Dog Walking Field
Dogs are well catered for at Cakes & Ale.
The large open field provides convenient everyday exercise without guests needing to drive elsewhere first thing in the morning or last thing at night.
The surrounding Suffolk countryside and nearby coast then provide plenty of options for longer walks during the day.
Touring Wet Rooms and Showers
The touring facilities include individual wet rooms and showers.
Underfloor heating helps make the facilities more comfortable during colder parts of the touring season.
This is particularly useful at a park that attracts visitors outside the warmest summer months.
Shop
A small on park shop provides basic groceries and everyday holiday essentials for caravan and touring guests.
WiFi
WiFi is available around the park, allowing guests to stay connected and plan days out along the Suffolk coast.
Park Facilities
| Facility | Details |
|---|---|
| Bar & Restaurant | Refurbished Yoxford Boys Bar & Restaurant |
| Tennis | Two dedicated courts |
| Golf Practice | On park practice range |
| Football | Goals and recreation field |
| Boules | Dedicated playing area |
| Playground | Children's outdoor playpark |
| Dogs | Pet friendly accommodation and large walking field |
| Shop | Basic groceries and holiday essentials |
| Touring Showers | Individual wet rooms and shower facilities |
| Underfloor Heating | Within the shower facilities |
| WiFi | Available |
| Parking | Available with holiday and touring accommodation |
Places to Visit near Cakes & Ale Holiday Park
Leiston is the nearest town and provides supermarkets, shops and everyday services. Leiston Abbey, just outside the town, gives visitors an easy local heritage stop.
Sizewell Beach is one of the closest places to reach the Suffolk coast. The shingle shoreline is well suited to walking and provides a quieter alternative to Suffolk's better known seaside towns.
Thorpeness combines a shingle beach with the Meare, House in the Clouds and distinctive early 20th century holiday village architecture.
Aldeburgh is another straightforward coastal trip, with its long shingle beach, independent shops, galleries and well known seafront food.
RSPB Minsmere is one of the most important nature reserves on the Suffolk coast, with reedbeds, wetlands, woodland and coastal habitats supporting a wide range of birds and other wildlife.
Snape Maltings combines shops, galleries, cafés, riverside walks and its internationally known concert hall.
Dunwich Heath provides heathland and coastal walking, while Southwold makes a good longer seaside day with its pier, beach huts and lighthouse.
Nearby Attractions
| Attraction | Approximate Distance | Approximate Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Leiston | Approximately 2 miles | 5 minutes |
| Leiston Abbey | Approximately 3 miles | 5 to 10 minutes |
| Sizewell Beach | Approximately 3 miles | 10 minutes |
| Thorpeness | Approximately 4 miles | 10 minutes |
| RSPB Minsmere | Approximately 5 miles | 10 to 15 minutes |
| Aldeburgh | Approximately 6 miles | 15 minutes |
| Snape Maltings | Approximately 8 miles | 15 to 20 minutes |
| Dunwich Heath | Approximately 8 miles | 15 to 20 minutes |
| Orford | Approximately 13 miles | 20 to 25 minutes |
| Southwold | Approximately 15 miles | 25 to 30 minutes |
Park Reviews for Cakes & Ale Holiday Park
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