Local Walks
How better to explore Suffolk’s stunning scenery than on foot? Hintlesham Hall is located near to some of the area’s most stunning scenery, and within easy distance of the Suffolk & Essex Coast & Heaths National Landscape.
Discover our pick of the best walks in Ipswich and beyond. We can also provide a list of local dog walks.
Suffolk & Essex Coast & Heaths National Landscape
This incredible National Landscape stretches from Kessingland in North Suffolk, down to the Stour Estuary in North Essex. It’s an immensely varied landscape, featuring shingle beaches, forests, ancient woodlands, farmland, estuaries, marshes, and meadows.
There are hundreds of miles of walks to explore, the three main routes include the Suffolk Coast Path, the Sandlings Walk and the Stour and Orwell Walk. You can also explore the many towns and villages within the designated National Landscape.
Perfect for: Incredible scenery and wildlife spotting
Walk Length: Various
Difficulty: Easy
Orwell Country Park
Orwell Country Park is a collection of important wildlife sites on the edge of Ipswich. It’s a peaceful place to explore and discover a range of wildlife, including birds in the Orwell estuary, marine mammals and bats.
Follow the designated paths, which meander through the main areas of the park, taking care to avoid the mudflats.
Perfect for: Wildlife spotting
Walk Length: Approx 7k
Difficulty: Easy
Ipswich Waterfront Walk
One of our favourite walks in Ipswich, this stroll takes in the town’s bustling waterfront, lush green spaces and historic landscapes.
Discover Piper’s Vale nature reserve, Holywell Park, the Orwell Bridge and a wide selection of cafes, bistros and restaurants along the waterfront.
Perfect for: Varied scenery and plenty of places to stop for a bite to eat
Walk Length: 9km
Difficulty: Easy
Pin Mill
Get closer to nature with this peaceful riverside walk at Pin Mill. Starting at Pin Mill car park, the circular walk passes through heathland and woodland with spectacular views of the beautiful River Orford. Take care along the foreshore at high tide.
Perfect for: Riverside scenery
Walk Length: Approx 3k
Difficulty: Easy
Wherstead Woodlands
Discover ancient woodland, the Stalls Valley and the pretty villages of Wherstead and Freston along one of the most popular walks in Ipswich.
Start at the Suffolk Food Hall and head to Freston Wood, taking in the riverside views. The walk passes through Freston and Wherstead villages and offers some incredible views over the National Landscape on the walk back.
Perfect for: Riverside views and scenic villages
Walk Length: Approx 8k
Difficulty: Easy