Swallows

Bigod's Way

Follows flat, easy paths along the River Waveney through meadows and woodland near Bungay, suitable for families and buggies on most sections. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Named after the medieval Bigod family who built Bungay Castle, the route offers riverside tranquillity, wildlife spotting opportunities, and historic views of the castle ruins—a gentle introduction to the Norfolk-Suffolk border countryside.

Beccles and Geldeston circular walk

Waveney Valley Walks - Harleston

Loops through the charming market town of Harleston and alongside the River Waveney on mostly flat paths and quiet lanes. Suitable for families with older children who can manage 6.5km, though some sections may be muddy after rain and not ideal for buggies. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Combines riverside scenery with historic town architecture, plus good chances to spot waterfowl and explore local cafés.

Angles Way

Follows a 150km waymarked trail through the Waveney Valley along the Norfolk-Suffolk border, mixing riverside paths, farmland tracks and quiet lanes. Terrain varies from flat floodplains to gentle gradients through woodland and heathland. Not suitable for buggies due to length, stiles, and uneven surfaces, though individual sections work for shorter family outings. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Offers exceptional birdwatching, historic mills, and unspoilt rural England between Thetford a

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