Heart of Suffolk

Offering businesses, residents and visitors the best of the East of England

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Invest in The Heart of Suffolk

SKILLS, FUNDING AND BUSINESS SUPPORT TO HELP YOUR BUSINESS GROW

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Explore The Heart of Suffolk

SHOWCASING CULTURE, HERITAGE AND A WEALTH OF VISITOR ATTRACTIONS

Key Statistics

Babergh and Mid Suffolk has a vibrant business community set in a great location

NUMBER OF BUSINESSES
10,360
TOURISM VALUE
£391,791,000
ECONOMICALLY ACTIVE PEOPLE
78%

Why investing in the Heart Of Suffolk is a great idea

The business landscape in the Heart of Suffolk is incredibly varied with bustling market towns, manufacturing, engineering and logistics clusters, support for innovation and technology, all with the benefit of being in an attractive setting.

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News and Events

Business news and events from around the region
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Strategies and Policies

This section includes all the district profile statistics, strategies and policies which influence the work…
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Climate Change

There is a huge range of support available for businesses to adapt to climate change…
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Business Support

Recognising the diversity of business types across Babergh and Mid Suffolk means that multiple approaches…
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Regeneration

Babergh and Mid Suffolk councils have a number of regeneration projects underway to promote economic…
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Investment Locations

The designation of Gateway 14 and Port One in Mid Suffolk as part of Freeport…
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Innovation

Babergh and Mid Suffolk are districts at the very Heart of Suffolk, home to both…
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Town Centre Development

Town Centre Development Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils’ Economy and Regeneration team are leading work…

Explore

The heart of Suffolk is where you go to relax.

It’s laid back, a place to enjoy a warm welcome in a beautiful landscape.
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Blogs and News

Find all you need to know about what’s going on in the area. You’ll be surprised by the wonderful destinations our two districts have to offer.
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About us

We are committed to maximising the social and economic value of our cultural and visitor attractions, you can read more about it here.

Plan my visit

Travel to the Heart of Suffolk Travelling sustainably – such as using public transport and active…