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Eastbourne to Brighton Coast Walk

The Eastbourne promenade leading west towards the Beachy Head Cliffs

An extensive 26 mile hike between Eastbourne and Brighton taking in Beachy Head and the Seven Sisters

This is a demanding and strenuous full days hike. The highlights are Beachy Head with its iconic lighthouse and the chalk cliffs known as the Seven Sisters. This can be split into two separate walks if required.

Wareham Town Trail

Wareham Quay

A simple 2 mile walk around the historic features of Wareham

Wareham is one of the finest surviving examples of an Anglo-Saxon fortified town in England. This circular trail navigates around the town taking in some of its ancient history along with its natural beauty.

Priests Way - Kingston to Swanage

View of the Purbeck Hills from the Priests Way

An 7.7 mile hike between Kingston and Swanage on the Purbeck Peninsular in Dorset

This walk provides an alternative to the Coast Path, navigating along the ancient trail known as the Priests Way. This makes for a fairly easy hike across the Purbeck hills, with a frequent daily bus service linking the two ends.

Hengistbury to Sandbanks

The beach at Hengistbury Head

A 9.5 mile beach walk along the Bournemouth Coast Path

Lovely beach and promenade walk along the seafront from Hengistbury Head past Southbourne, Boscombe, Bournemouth and onto Sandbanks. This can be an added bonus for anyone wanting to continue walking the coast beyond the official end of the South West Coast Path

SWCP - Lulworth Cove to Hans Tout Cliff

The amazing coast

A 12 mile hike through the Lulworth Ranges

A demanding section of the South West Coast Path that crosses the Lulworth military ranges, then onto Hans Tout Cliff before heading inland to Kingston and the local bus services.

SDR - Hopetown Museum and the River Skerne Circular

The historic Skerne bridge

A 4.5 mile circular walk taking in the Hopetown museum and the River Skerne riverside path

This urban walk takes in the Hopetown railway museum, north of Darlington centre, then navigation under the historic Skerne railway bridge to follow the riverside path.

Teesdale Way - Thornaby to Eaglescliffe

The Infinity Bridge at Thornaby

An 8 mile walk along the Teesdale Way between Thornaby and Eaglescliffe

A river side walk encompassing both urban and rural landscapes providing a rich and varied scenery. There are also a couple of micropubs worth seeking out in Stockton.

SDR - Bishop Auckland to Heighington

axle and section of rail at Brusselton

A 15 miles walk following the Weardale Way and the Stockton and Darlington Railway Trail from Bishop Auckland through to Shildon and Heighington

Using the Weardale Way, this brings the walker to the start of the Stockton and Darlington Trail of Discovery. A trail dedicated to the birth of the railways in Britain. With lots to see and explore along the way, including the locomotion museum at Shildon, this makes for a thoroughly enjoyable day out.

Cley and Bayfield Estate Circular Walk

View across Bayfield Estate parkland

A 7 mile exploration around the grounds of the Bayfield Estate

A circular walk from Cley, taking in the wonders of the Bayfield Estate, from historic ruins to woodland trails, this makes a delightful journey through classic Norfolk countryside.

Wayford Bridge to Horstead

A canoeist on the River Ant at Wayford

An 8.5 mile Norfolk Broads countryside walk

The walk connects the Wayford Bridge Inn, on the banks of the River Ant and navigates across country to Horstead. There is a lovely old pub at Neatishead that brew their own beer. Bus services connect each end to the central point of North Walsham

England Coast Path - Dunwich Heath Diversion

TWestleton Village Green

England Coast Path Dunwich Heath Diversion

Due to the Summer 2026 wild fire that tragically devastated Dunwich Heath in Coastal Suffolk, the entire Heath area, including the coastal margin, and all footpaths within an extended area are now out of bounds to the public. This could last for up to 6 months before it is declared open again. The route described on this walk is the recommended diversion for those undertaking the England Coast Path section between Aldeburgh and Southwold.

Bishop Auckland, Palace Deer Park Walk

The river Gaunless flowing through the Auckland Palace Deer Park

A walk around the Bishops Palace Deer Park

A short walk exploring the deer park associated with the Bishops Palace in Bishop Auckland. The circular route follows the River Gaunless up to its outflow into the River Wear, then returns back to the entrance of the Bishops Palace.

A Circular Walk around Beccles Marshes

View of Beccles Quay

A circular walk around Beccles Marshes

A 5 mile circular walk that follows the Waveney River around the Beccles Marshes. This easy trail is a real pleasure and an ideal way to while away two or three hours. Take your time and absorb the sights and sounds of the river and the marshes.

England Coast Path - Boston to Mablethorpe

A view from Vickers Point on the north side of Ingoldmells

The England Coast Path, Lincolnshire section between Boston and Mablethorpe

This 45 mile section of the England Coast Path between Boston and Mablethorpe along the Lincolnshire Coast. A truly flat landscape throughout the entire walk, with the first part through to Skegness along river and sea banks, and the second section through to Mablethorpe following the coastal side of the resorts interspersed with dune, beach and promenade.

A Country Amble between Leiston and Saxmundham (Diversion in Place)

Broad footpath marked out across the fields to Saxmundham

A 5 mile walk across the Coastal Suffolk landscape between Leiston and Saxmundham

This walk searches out footpaths to connect the neighbouring towns of Leiston and Suffolk. Although there is no direct route, the paths chosen are certainly more conducive to the walker than the busy road route. With the churches of Leiston and Knodishall on the route, plus the mysterious Harris's Pit in the parish of Sternfield there is enough to interest the avid rambler. Sternfield also has the notoriety of being the village from which the last woman to be burnt at the stake in England came.

North Warren Nature Reserve - Heath Trail

Warren Heath waymarked trail

Short waymarked trail around the heathland of the North Warren Nature Reserve

This short 1 mile waymarked trail guides the visitor around the heathland at RSPB North Warren. This is part of the historic Suffolk Sandlings landscape and represents a rare example of lowland heath on the Suffolk coast. Characterised by heather, gorse and acid-tolerant grasses, this open habitat supports specialised wildlife, including heathland birds such as woodlark and nightjar as well as a variety of insects. The heath forms an important part of the diverse ecosystems within the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

England Coast Path - Aldeburgh to Southwold (Diversion in Place)

Aldeburgh boating lake with the Moot Hall in the background

The England Coast Path, Suffolk section from Aldeburgh to Southwold

This 17 mile linear walk links the towns of Aldeburgh and Southwold. This entails typical English seaside villages, clifftop paths, areas of dune and shingle. The last section is a walk through marshland between Dunwich and Walberswick before crossing the River Blyth to arrive in Southwold.

History of the Theberton Round House

The photograph that triggered the walk

A walk around East Suffolk countryside

This 10.5 mile circular walk follows tracks, paths and lanes of East Suffolk to provide a varied landscape of marsh, woodland and open fields to provide a contemplative stroll. This specific instance of the walk focuses on the long forgotten Round House in the village of Theberton with research conducted to determine its history (see Notes Section for full details).

A Walk around Suffolk's Minsmere Bird Reserve

Minsmere sluice

A 10 mile circular walk through the Suffolk Coastal Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty taking in Sizewell and the Minsmere Bird Reserve

One does not have to have an enthusiasm for ornithology to enjoy this walk. The natural surroundings of marshland and heathland are enough to inspire everyone and there is a lot of associated history along this route which dates back to the 12th century when Leiston Abbey once occupied an island in the marshes. Note that charges apply to the Minsmere section.

Coastal Erosion at Thorpeness (Diversion in Place)

Erosion at Thorpeness

A circular walk from Sizewell to Thorpeness along the Suffolk Coast Path

Since 2013 Thorpeness has suffered from periodic erosion, especially during winter storm surges. During the winter of 2025/2026 the erosion accelerated, forcing houses along the cliff top to be demolished. Many of these had stood there for a hundred years and this was unprecedented. Many now say the very village is at threat of being taken by the sea. It is a very sad situation.

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