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Dunwich Heath Woof Walk

Woman walking her dog on a wooded path at Box Hill, Surrey
Woman walking her dog | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Dunwich Heath's specific dogs off leads trail! Let your dog off the lead on this trail knowing that you and your furry friend can enjoy the walk without disturbing the wildlife.

Start point

Start the trail just north of the crossing at the entrance to the site. The start point is signposted.

Trail information

Difficulty

Accessibility*

Full trail

DistanceMiles: 2 (km: 3.2)
Duration1 hour
Dog friendly**
  1. *The site has mixed terrain, with some uneven slopes and exposed tree roots. Please wear appropriate footwear for the terrain. For more details see our accessibility statement.

  2. **Your dog can go off the lead throughout this walk, but please be aware that between 1st March and 31st August your dog will have to go back on the lead when you leave the trail. There are poo bins at the start, 1/3 and 2/3 of the way round. There are gates at all the entrances/exits on to the road, except the public bridleway, so your dog is safe.

Accessing Dunwich Heath

This tranquil heath stands on the Suffolk coast and is open daily for most of the year. For access to this walking trail, you will need to be a National Trust member or pay the car park fee.

  • Total stages: 5

    Total stages: 5

    Start point

    Start the trail just north of the crossing at the entrance to the site. The start point is signposted.

    Stage 1

    Head north, continuing on the path until you meet the public bridleway crossing in front of you. Please be aware there is no gate here so keep your dog close to avoid it running out into the road.

    Stage 2

    Cross the bridleway and continue north following the path, curving round next to the road, and coming out on the track down to Mount Pleasant Heath.

    Stage 3

    Follow the track south, past the farm and houses until your reach the crossroads with the public bridleway.

    Stage 4

    Turn left and follow the path back to just before it comes out on to the road. Please be aware there is no gate here so keep your dog close to avoid it running out into the road.

    Stage 5

    Turn right and follow the path back to where you started.

    End point

    Where the trail started.

    Trail map

    The walk map for Dunwich Heath
    The walk map for Dunwich Heath | © National Trust

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