Bella Vista Hoilday Cottage

Suffolk Coast Path

St Helena Trail

Follows ancient pilgrimage paths and riverside trails through Suffolk countryside, with gentle to moderate inclines across farmland and woodland. Suitable for families with older children who can manage longer distances, though some sections may be muddy and uneven for buggies. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Offers peaceful rural scenery, historic church connections, and a chance to trace medieval pilgrimage routes linking Ipswich to Walsingham—ideal for those seeking both exercise and a

King Charles III England Coast Path: Aldeburgh to Southwold

Orange Trail, Dunwich Heath

National Trust

Loops through classic Suffolk heathland and coastal scrub with gentle undulations—nothing steep but expect sandy, uneven paths that aren't buggy-friendly. Dogs welcome on leads to protect ground-nesting birds. Families with older kids will love the purple heather blooms (late summer), Big Sky views across to Sizewell, and the excellent National Trust café at the finish. Outstanding for birdwatching and that proper seaside-meets-wilderness feel.

Woof Walk, Dunwich Heath

National Trust

Loops through windswept heathland and coastal scrub on mostly level sandy paths with gentle undulations. The National Trust manages this dog-friendly route specifically with canine visitors in mind—expect open moorland scenery, gorse-lined tracks, and sea views across Dunwich beach. Suitable for families though pushchairs will struggle on the looser sandy sections. Worth it for the purple heather displays in late summer and that proper Suffolk coast atmosphere without steep climbs.