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Tendring District Group

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

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
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Overview

From Sutton Heath the walk heads to Sutton Hoo (Buried Ship) and then south beside the River Deben.  As we leave the river we will pass by a paddock containing miniature donkeys (no guarantees they will be out) before returning on primary sandy paths to the car park.  Picnic lunch.

Car share from Gun Hill car park leaving at 09:00.

Thursday, 20 March 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

UPDATE: I've been made aware of a footpath closure at Nettle Hill but have been able to amend the route to avoid this.  This has added 0.5 miles to the route making it 11 miles in total.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TM 30591 47508
Nearest postcode:
IP12 3DT
what3words:
emporium.conspire.tried
Start time:
10:00 am

Sutton Heath car park is on the B1083. From Woodbridge, go passed Melton Station. Go over Wilford Bridge. Take the right at the small roundabout, after passing Sutton Hoo on the right keep keep straight on and do not take the road to the left. There is a large car park on the left about a mile from the Sutton Hoo turning. Note: Post Code is not accurate. Those who wish to car share meet at Gun Hill car park ready to leave at 09:00.

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