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Waveney Group

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

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Overview

An undulating walk along part of the Otter Vale with glimpses of a priory past. Steep bridleways follow, with field paths and narrow, meandering sunken lanes up to the clayland plateau. After a picnic stop in Metfield village we return down the valley along quiet lanes and tracks.

Sunday, 31 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
132.9m / 436ft
Type:
circular

There are 5 stiles.

Picnic lunch

We have a no dogs policy, but registered assistance dogs are welcome by arrangement with the walk leader.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TM 24671 81585
Nearest postcode:
IP21 5UB
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Start time:
10:00 am

Meet at Grinder's Lane off the B1116 south of Harleston by the fishing lakes.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

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