Welcome to Suffolk County Council's official countryside website
With its ancient landscapes, seaside heritage, historic wool towns and many hidden gems, Suffolk is both a special and unique place to explore. Our gently undulating, varied and distinctive landscape may surprise you!
From the Brecks to the Sandlings and from the Broads to the estuaries, Suffolk is a county best explored on foot, by bicycle or on horseback. With over 5,000km of waymarked paths, two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, long distance footpaths and national cycle routes, Suffolk offers a wealth of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors.
Within this website you will find inspiration on everything from a riverside stroll for all the family to a day long hike along secluded valleys. If you want ideas for off-road cycling, suggestions for horse riding trails, or want to know the best places to watch wildlife, we have something to capture your imagination. You'll find helpful information on country parks, nature reserves and picnic sites, suggestions on exploring the county by bus and train and even suggested itineraries that combine a lovely walk with a great lunch and some shopping.
South and Heart of Suffolk Walking Fesitival 2010 - 15th May - 6th June (click this link to download the full programme)
Join us for a range of themed guided walks, including poetry walks with specially comissioned poems relating to the Suffolk countryside; storytelling walks through mystical woodland for children; photographic walks with experts on hand to advise on how to take the best landscape pictures; medieval meanders with costumed guides; and children's trials which will include teaching them to build a den.
As well as this, there will be several longer walks for the more seasoned walkers and walks to include a cream tea or other tasty refreshments. All walks will be guided by experienced and knowledgeable walks leaders.
Whether you live in Suffolk, or are visiting our county, enjoy exploring this website and start discovering Suffolk!
Circular Walks along the Angles Way
Download your free guide to 'Waveney Valley Walks - Circular Walks along the Angles Way' and discover 8 circular walks along one of the most picturesque valleys in Englan
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Suffolk On Board
For information on getting about Suffolk including local community bus services visit www.suffolkonboard.com