May 2010
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Old Felixstowe & Bawdsey
View Old Felixstowe & Bawdsey in a larger map Especially enjoyable on a warm summer’s day, this fantastic Suffolk coastal route makes for a great day out – including 2 places plus a ferry ride to experience. Get off the number 173 bus or park at the Pay & Display car park on Cliff Road. With car park on your right-hand side, continue towards the beach and follow for around 1.5...
May 28th
April 2010
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Aldeburgh-Thorpeness Circular Walk
View Aldeburgh-Thorpeness Circular Walk in a larger map This 5-mile circular route on the Suffolk coast provides the best of both worlds – beach and countryside. It takes around 2 hours (when walking non-stop) however, as both Aldeburgh and Thorpeness are so charming, we tend to make a whole day of it to make sure we get to enjoy what each has to offer. Start at the main car park in...
Apr 19th
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Hilly Fields, Colchester
View Hilly Fields, Colchester in a larger map Hilly Fields is a local ‘jewel in the crown’ nature reserve, nestled just outside the town centre. It offers walks-within-walks depending on how much time you have or how far you want to go. On average the longest is around 2 miles but you can twist and turn, go in and out, to make it longer/shorter. It’s easily accessible by foot if you’re...
Apr 1st
March 2010
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Dedham Walk - Essex/Suffolk Border
View Dedham in a larger map  This circular walk is another regular favourite – perfect for both summer-time picnics and fresh winter strolls.  You can either take either the 87 or 247 bus from Colchester Bus Station or utilise one of two free parking areas if you’d rather drive (5 minutes off A12). Once you’ve arrived in Dedham, head to the start of walk, located over the bridge on Dedham...
Mar 17th
February 2010
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colchester to rowhedge walk
View Rowhedge Ramble in a larger map This is a regular walk for us! It’s worth the effort to get there…you’ll enjoy peace and quiet and be surrounded by nature - all to yourself! Take bus 61 from Colchester bus station until you reach Whitehall Road (around 15 minutes). With the bus on your right, walk down Whitehall Road until you see a sign for King Edward Quay. Turn...
Feb 13th