7 walks in Suffolk with a stunning view
Orwell Country Park is one of Ipswich's most spectacular parks. You can walk for hours through woodland and down to the River Orwell with incredible views of the area. - Credit: Sarah Lucy Brown
In Suffolk, we're certainly not short on natural beauty and there are countless walking trails where you can lose yourself amongst the scenery.
Whether its a stroll on the beach or a trek through dense forest, each part of the county has its own unique charm that is waiting to be discovered.
Here are seven Suffolk walks with stunning views.
1. Orwell Country Park
Orwell Country Park has incredible views of the Orwell Bridge over the river - Credit: Archant
You can walk for miles in Orwell Country Park, getting immersed in the woodlands before emerging onto the river bank.
The route takes you out to the Orwell Bridge – one of Suffolk's most iconic landmarks.
2. The Sailor's Path
Aldeburgh's iconic colourful houses can be seen as part of The Sailor's Path - Credit: Denise Bradley
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Take in the beautiful sights along the river Alde on The Sailor's Path trail.
Part of the 50-mile Suffolk coast path, the route starts at Snape Maltings before finishing in Aldeburgh, where the colourful beachfront provides an aesthetically pleasing end.
3. Framlingham Trail
Framlingham Castle is one of Suffolk's biggest icons and provides the perfect backdrop for a country walk - Credit: Citizenside.com
Who wouldn't want to go on an evening walk and watch the sun set over the castle on the hill?
Ed Sheeran certainly did and maybe he was onto something as the Framlingham Trail is full of delights with plenty of eateries and pubs to stop at along the way.
4. Aldeburgh and Thorpeness
The House in the Clouds at Thorpeness was once a water tower disguised as a house. Now it's a holiday home. - Credit: citizenside.com/Tim Denny
When wandering between Aldeburgh and Thorpeness keep an eye out for the famous House in the Clouds, which was once a water tower but disguised to look like a fairy tale house.
The walk takes you along the shingle beach and along the old railway before winding back to Aldeburgh for a hot drink or a pint as a reward for a hard day's rambling.
5. Ickworth Park
Ickworth Park on a warm Spring Day - Credit: citizenside.com
Ickworth Park's grounds are vast and visitors can journey through open fields, dense woodland and along riverbanks as they explore this west Suffolk park.
At the heart of Ickworth Park is Ickworth House and Hotel which is not only a building of incredible beauty, but is home to lots of history to uncover.
6. Two Rivers Walk
The Two Rivers Walk takes wanderers around the Stour and Orwell estuaries - Credit: Sarah Lucy Brown
The Two Rivers walk takes ramblers around Shotley Point and to the Stour and Orwell estuaries.
Two highlights are the wonderful views of Harwich Haven and the busy Port of Felixstowe.
7. Orford Heritage Trail
Orford Ness is an area of stunning natural beauty - Credit: Sarah Lucy Brown
Orford Ness is another of Suffolk's naturally beautiful areas and the sweeping wetlands are serve as a peaceful escape for walkers.
After your done taking in the scenery, there's plenty of local watering holes to satisfy your thirst.
