Walks Archives - Postcard from Suffolk

Exploring Snape

Posted on 25th October 202317th January 2025 by Angela Wright

Exploring Snape is one of my favourite things to do and I can often be found there in my free time! I know there are many places that I say are my favourite, but Snape truly is at the top of my list and I always find myself visiting as much as I can. Exploring Snape has it all for me - fresh air, great views and walks, wildlife and a calming atmosphere. It also has a lovely café and shop...
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A Guide to Halesworth

Posted on 23rd October 202217th January 2025 by Angela Wright

halesworth suffolk pretty cottages spotted on a suffolk day out

Here is a guide to Halesworth, a wonderful Suffolk town with lots of charm and character. It's an ideal place to spend a couple of hours. Explore this town and soak in the atmosphere of its pretty cottages and array of independent shops. Guide to Halesworth If you are looking for a traditional and quaint town to visit for a mooch around some shops, Halesworth is perfect. But its not just about t...
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Snape Maltings to Iken Walk

Posted on 4th September 20224th September 2022 by Angela Wright

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The Snape Maltings to Iken walk is a must if you like getting away from it all and immersing yourself in beautiful surroundings and Suffolk big skies. I don't know why it took me so long to do this walk as I am a regular visitor to Snape Maltings. I guess as there is so much to do there I tend to run out of time to do the walk! The key is to write "walk from Snape Maltings to Iken Church...
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A Walk in Waldringfield

Posted on 7th October 20217th October 2021 by Angela Wright

A Walk in Waldringfield should be on everyone's list of things to do in Suffolk! Especially if you love walking by the river admiring boats and looking for wildlife! Here's what you can expect if you explore this part Suffolk..... A Walk in Waldringfield Waldringfield is somewhere I have only been to a couple of times. Its not a place that usually springs to mind as a place to go for a walk, due...
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Westleton Heath Nature Reserve

Posted on 11th September 202111th September 2021 by Angela Wright

Westleton Heath Nature Reserve is one of Suffolk's hidden gems. If you are looking for somewhere off the beaten track for a walk, this place is perfect. Westleton Heath Nature Reserve I have got to know Westleton Heath well over the years, and have visted many times. Its a wonderfully peaceful place, with a landscape that offers something different throughout the seasons. On a recent vis...
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Framlingham Town Trail

Posted on 5th April 202124th February 2022 by Angela Wright

Following the Framlingham Town Trail is a great way of exploring this pretty Suffolk town. I'm very lucky to live close to Framlingham and I never tire of the wonderful houses and buildings I come across either on my way to the small supermarket to buy groceries, popping to the post office or into one of the many independent shops. Its a lovely little town full of character and well worth a...
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Guide to Suffolk Beach Huts

Posted on 9th November 202028th May 2023 by Angela Wright

Here is a guide to Suffolk beach huts to help you discover these wonderful little buildings when you are on your travels around the county. Guide to Suffolk Beach Huts Beach huts always seem to make me smile. From their vibrant colours brightening up a dull and gloomy day to the inventive and quirky names that make you smile as you walk past. There is so much to love about them! Suffolk h...
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A Walk Along the River Deben

Posted on 9th February 20201st May 2020 by Angela Wright

Sometimes you discover a place that is so peaceful and pretty that you can't wait to go back. A walk along the River Deben to Martlesham Creek was that place for me this week. If you have not been its well worth it. The blue skies were wonderful and the only noise that interrupted the peace and quiet was from the wildlife. Here is a flavour of what you can expect on a walk.... A Walk Along the...
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A Circular Walk in Marlesford

Posted on 3rd March 201924th February 2022 by Angela Wright

A circular walk in Marlesford is a great thing to do for a couple of hours, especially when it starts and ends at the wonderful Marlesford Farm Café and Shop. Where better to treat yourself to something delicious after you have built up an appetite after a walk. There are many walks in the series 'Pub Walks with Darcy' in the Essential Suffolk magazine. Darcy is a Golden Retriever, but you...
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Magical Minsmere

Posted on 19th July 201815th September 2018 by Angela Wright

It has been great to see how popular Minsmere Nature Reserve has become since being thrown into the spotlight as the place for Springwatch in 2014. It really is quite a magical place! As someone who works in the tourism industry, its been great to see the impact this has had in putting Suffolk on the map. If you have seen Minsmere on the telly but not got around to visit, this blog will give yo...
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