River View Walk (circular green walk)
Head out on the new River View walking trail across parts of the estate not previously open. With stunning views across the river Deben towards Woodbridge, this new walk will be your chance to indulge in some peaceful exploration, finding your new favourite view.
Suitable for active families. Not suitable for buggies or pushchairs. Not suitable for wheelchairs.
Start:
Sutton Hoo reception and car park, grid ref: TM288487
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Next to the outdoor seating area (behind the café) there is a gate entrance into Garden Field. In Garden Field turn right and follow the edge of the field passing the overflow carpark on your right. Straight ahead you will see a gate entrance into the woods.
2
Proceed through the gate into Browns Planting and you will see a sign ahead directing you to turn right for Pinewood Walk and left for River View walk. Turn left and enjoy a peaceful walk through the woods looking for glimpses of the river to your right.
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You will come to a fork in the path. Keep right and you will walk out onto a flat clearing with river views. To the right hand side of the clearing is a picnic area where you can rest and enjoy the scenery.
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To continue the walk bear left (if facing the river) and the track will take you down the valley. Continue across the vehicle access at the bottom of the valley and up through the woods on the other side.
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Look out for a clearing with a bench offering perfect views across the river towards Woodbridge.
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Continue along the track through the woods and you will start to catch a glimpse of Tranmer House to your left before emerging into the valley.
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Proceed up the track and you will arrive at Kings River Café or turn right for Tranmer House and Keepers’ Café for a well-deserved piece of cake!
End:
Sutton Hoo reception and car park, grid ref: TM288487