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Stowmarket Group

We are the Stowmarket Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

A circular [mud free] walk between Bury St Edmunds and Moreton Hall.  Mainly hard surface walking.  Please note later start time for anyone who wishes to travel by train.  Station to Ram Meadow car park approx 15 min walk. Walking from the car park through the Abbey Gardens, up St Edmunds Hill, past Moreton Hall and the bomb crater. Then along a tree-lined footpath, returning via Mount Road and the Vinefields.

Sunday, 9 March 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
12:45 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
80m / 262ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
TL 85802 64518
Nearest postcode:
IP33 1AP
what3words:
dream.princes.shatters
Start time:
10:30 am

Park in Ram Meadow car park [current charge £3.00 all day]. Meet by toilet block.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking