Welcome to Discover Suffolk, Suffolk County Council's official countryside website for walks and cycle routes in Suffolk. 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. From the Brecks to the Sandlings and from the Broads to the estuaries, Suffolk is a county best explored on foot, from a bicycle or on the back of a horse. 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. Suffolk Walking Festival - 19th May-10th June 2012 - bigger and better than ever! From Tearoom Walks to Troll Strolls! Plus, this year sees the first ever Suffolk Walking Festival Challenge Walk 'From Flatford to the Fens' - 70 miles in 5 days - 20-24th May 2012. Join us for as many days as you can and discover why Suffolk is so special. The Suffolk Walking Festival Challenge Walk is supported by Suffolk based company Vitavia, greenhouse specialists who are spreading a little 'grow-you-own' philosophy throughout the land. NEW: Easy Going Trails (15mb) - Discover 18 very easy to follow routes across Suffolk that get you close to nature in the very heart of the countryside. Designed for all abilities, each walk has been assessed by a wheelchair user. Packs can be posted - simply contact us and let us know how many you would like. We want to hear from you! Complete this short survey for your chance to win over £30 worth of publications The Great East Swim takes place June 16th at Alton Water - participate in 1/2 mile, 1 mile and 2 mile open swimming events - a challenge for anyone! Click on the Interactive Suffolk Map and download over 50 circular walks, long distance walking trails and cycle routes. Find information on all of Suffolk's country parks, nature reserves and picnic sites. With its seaside heritage, historic wool towns, ancient landscapes and many hidden gems, Suffolk is both a special and unique place to visit.
Two lovely circular walks along the river Alde, through grazing marsh, reed beds and marshy scrub.This estuarine landscape is rich in birdlife.