Breakfast Club with Live Jazz
A lovely way to ease into a Sunday morning, the Breakfast Club with Live Jazz takes place in the River View Café & Bar at Snape Maltings, set against sweeping views across the reed beds and the River Alde. Snape Maltings' resident jazz band provides a laid-back soundtrack from 9am, while the kitchen serves the venue's dedicated Breakfast Club Menu alongside a selection of cocktails and mocktails. What to expect The Hungry Maltsters sharing plate, piled with Bacon Chop, Bloody Mary Beans and homemade Smash-Browns Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free breakfast options throughout the menu A relaxed, unhurried atmosphere with live jazz for the full three hours Cocktails and mocktails available alongside the food Good to know Runs from 9am to 12pm on selected Sundays throughout 2026, including 21 June, 26 July, 30 August, 13 September, 25 October and 22 November Booking a table is recommended; contact catering@snapemaltings.co.uk for assistance Prices vary by dish and drink, see the Britten Pears Arts website for details Every purchase supports the charitable work of Britten Pears Arts
Malted Mussel
The Malted Mussel is a summer seafood pop-up at Snape Maltings, running from Wednesday 29 July to Monday 31 August 2026. Billed by Britten Pears Arts as "delicious seafood" and part of the wider Summer at Snape programme, it sits on the edge of the River Alde, drawing on the outstanding natural setting that makes Snape one of Suffolk's most beloved destinations. The menu takes its inspiration from the Suffolk coast, showcasing seasonal produce in a relaxed, informal setting that suits a linger after a gallery visit or a wander along the reedbeds. Alongside the food, expect award-winning wines, local beer and soft drinks. Good to know Open Wednesday to Sunday throughout the run. Snape Maltings is in Snape, Suffolk (not Norfolk), roughly six miles from Aldeburgh on the Suffolk Coast. Free on-site parking is available at Snape Maltings. Every purchase supports the charitable work of Britten Pears Arts.",
Laura Mvula
Laura Mvula opens the Summer at Snape season with an intimate acoustic evening at Snape Maltings Concert Hall in Suffolk, on Friday 31 July at 7.30 pm. One of British music's most distinctive voices, Mvula weaves together R&B, jazz, classical, and pop into something that resists easy category. For this stripped-back performance she is joined by pianist Oli Rockberger, the combination turning the spotlight squarely on her voice and her songwriting craft. What to expect A rare acoustic setting for an artist whose studio recordings are richly orchestrated An intimate duo format, showcasing Mvula's range across soul, jazz, and classical-influenced material The opening night of Britten Pears Arts' month-long Summer at Snape programme, which runs 31 July to 30 August 2026 Good to know Doors and bar open before the 7.30 pm start; the concert hall is at Snape Bridge, Snape, Suffolk IP17 1SP Tickets are available through Britten Pears Arts at brittenpearsarts.org or by calling the box office on 01728 687110 Snape Maltings has on-site parking and, for those making a fuller evening of it, the Malted Mussel restaurant is on site
Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival 2026
The Aldeburgh Food & Drink Festival returns to the beautiful setting of Snape Maltings on 26–27 September 2026 for its annual celebration of Suffolk's finest food and drink. With 130+ local producers, live demo stages, celebrity chefs, masterclasses and free children's cookery classes every 30 minutes, the festival has been called 'the UK's best food and drink festival'. It is a not-for-profit event dedicated to supporting the local community and sustainable food economy in Suffolk.