We are the Ipswich and District Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Stuart B.
A walk from East Bergholt towards Flatford, but taking a footpath before reaching the National Trust site to descend into the river valley, and then follow the water meadows to the B1029 road at Dedham Bridge. Crossing the B1029 the route continues to follow the river to reach 'The Street' at Stratford St. Mary. The walk then crosses the A12, using the road bridge, before following the River Stour on the opposite bank to reach Dedham, where there will be a break for refreshments. The route will then continue to East Bergholt via Flatford.
There are public toilets in the car park at the start of the walk in East Bergholt, and further toilets in the playing fields at Dedham where the 'coffee' break will be taken. We will also pass toilets in the National Trust site at Flatford, where walkers can stop for refreshments in the tea room and make their own way back to the start point if they wish.
Meet in the car park behind The Red Lion, The Street, East Bergholt, CO7 6TB. Park in the car park or in The Street, if space is limited.
