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Public accessFree entryDogs welcome1 ha

Visiting this summer

Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now

  • 🐦60+ species recorded in this area — summer evenings are best for activity; watch for Woodpigeon and Wren
  • 🐕Early mornings are best for dog walks in summer — visit before 9am to avoid the heat and find quieter trails
  • 🅿️Parking 332m away, toilets nearby

Good to know

  • £Free to visit — no entry charge
  • 🐕Dogs welcome
ParkingToilets

Best for

9 activities

Bird watching

Birds — Woodpigeon, Wren, Blackbird +57 more · last seen 2026

Free

Wildlife

Birds — Woodpigeon, Wren, Blackbird +57 more · last seen 2026

Free

Insect spotting

Insects — Hairy Shieldbug, Green Shieldbug, Cramp-Ball Fungus Weevil +182 more · last seen 2026

Free

Seasonal nature

Plants — Pyramidal Orchid, Cuckooflower, Early-purple Orchid +180 more · last seen 2026

Free

Dog walks

Dogs allowed with public access

Free

Family friendly

toilets; Urban park — family destination

Free

Trails nearby

Within roughly 5 km
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Walking

15 signed routes nearby · 6 public paths nearby

Signed route nearbyPublic paths
Suffolk Threads Heritage TrailWalking route
Named routeLocal walking route
Melford Hall to Sudbury Mill Walk, Melford HallWalking route8.8 km

Field paths, tree roots, grassland. May be muddy - suitable footwear necessary. Not suitable for wheelchairs. Pushchairs possible in dry weather. Some gates. Cross the busy A134 with extreme care.

Named routeLength 8.8 kmDuration 02:30Point-to-pointLocal walking route
Windmill Hill Walk, Melford HallWalking route6 km

Easy walking along distinct dirt or grassy paths and fields, with a couple of stiles at the end. May be muddy after wet weather, so boots may be required. Special care is needed when crossing the busy A1092 and walking along the B1066.

Named routeLength 6 kmDuration 01:30Round tripLocal walking route
Lavenham to Long Melford Railway Walk, Lavenham GuildhallWalking route7.2 km

Dasy walk from Lavenham to Long Melford, through woods and open fields, following the route of the old Great Eastern Railway line. You can return to Lavenham by bus, or re-trace your steps if you are able. Can be muddy and waterlogged through SSSI.

Named routeLength 7.2 kmDuration 02:00Point-to-pointLocal walking route
Green Parkland Estate Walk, Melford HallWalking route2.3 km

Circular walk, with easy walking along grass. Can be muddy after rain near the stream. Sheep droppings in the park. No bins, so please take your rubbish home.

Named routeLength 2.3 kmDuration 00:45Round tripLocal walking route
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Cycling

17 signed routes nearby

Signed route nearby
South Suffolk Cycle Route A1Cycling route
Named routeRef A1Regional cycle route
Wolf WayCycling route400 km
Named routeRef Wolf WayLength 400 kmRound tripLocal cycle route
South Suffolk Cycle Route ACycling route
Named routeRef ARegional cycle route
Route 13Cycling route
Named routeRef 13National Cycle Network
Main RouteCycling route1.8 km
Named routeRef 13Length 1.8 kmNational Cycle NetworkTraffic-freeSurface unsealedfirm
Main RouteCycling route2.3 km
Named routeRef 13Length 2.3 kmNational Cycle NetworkOn-roadSurface asphalt
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Horse riding

4 public paths nearby

Public paths

No named routes yet. Public paths are shown on the map.

Wildlife to spot

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