Mildenhall Library

The library sits right in the heart of Mildenhall, just a short drive from Brandon, and it's one of those places that rewards curiosity far more than you'd expect from a small-town building. Inside, you'll find the usual suspects - a solid general collection, computers, and local history material - but what makes it worth a visit is the quiet, genuine sense of community. Staff actually know what they're talking about, and there's proper seating if you want to settle in with a book for an hour.

It's free to pop in, which is the best kind of library policy. The space isn't huge, so don't expect to spend all day here unless you're genuinely hunting through the local studies section. Families with younger children will find a children's area, though it's modest rather than elaborate. The real appeal is for anyone researching local history - Mildenhall has Saxon roots and agricultural heritage that gets reflected in what's on the shelves.

If you're based at Trelander Camping or Willow Grove Farm Glamping - both excellent spots within six miles - the library makes a sensible afternoon stop if the weather turns grey. It's the kind of low-key activity that actually breaks up a holiday properly rather than filling time. Twenty minutes to an hour, depending on what you're after. Go midweek if you can; it's quieter and you'll get more out of chatting to the librarians about local walks and what else the area has to offer.