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Bury St Edmunds Group

We are the Bury St Edmunds Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

A circular route starting at Haughley Pavilion, taking it rural pathways and country lanes, passing through the villages of Old Newton, Bacton, and Wetherden where we can visit their respective churches. Shops are available in Old Newton and Bacton, as well as the very popular Bacton Bull pub. We will stop at the halfway mark for a picnic lunch.

Sunday, 3 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
22.9km / 14.2mi
Ascent:
136.6m / 448ft
Type:
circular

Please bring a packed lunch, plenty of water and snacks as required to keep you going! I will have first aid, some spare water, and other essentials for use if required. Pace will be leisurely and enjoyable for all. Toilets will be available at the Haughley Pavilion at the start and end of the walk.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
TM 02757 62549
Nearest postcode:
IP14 3FJ
what3words:
nuzzling.cabbage.parkway
Start time:
10:00 am

Ample parking available, toilets available. £1 donation welcomed.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking