Copdock & Washbrook is a civil parish in Suffolk, England, characterized by its picturesque rural landscapes and a network of trails. Located just 4 miles south of Ipswich, the area features rolling valley farmlands, ancient estate claylands, and the Belstead Valley with its brook, providing diverse natural features for outdoor pursuits. The region offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Copdock & Washbrook offers 3 routes…
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9
riders
38.4km
02:26
250m
250m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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15
riders
40.1km
02:34
250m
250m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
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23.9km
01:29
90m
90m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
20.1km
01:14
150m
150m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
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82.1km
05:49
410m
410m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.9km
01:50
160m
160m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4
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17.2km
01:11
140m
140m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
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16.4km
01:06
110m
110m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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23
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9.66km
02:30
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.23km
01:20
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20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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25
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44.5km
01:57
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
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73.0km
02:59
290m
290m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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11
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23.6km
01:01
120m
120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

8
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45.0km
01:51
260m
260m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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12
runners
11.2km
01:11
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.2km
02:12
70m
70m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.3km
01:15
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.51km
00:59
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
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31.0km
01:59
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
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22.0km
01:25
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13.4km
00:47
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
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47.1km
02:49
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Copdock & Washbrook offers opportunities for Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The area features a network of public footpaths and rural lanes suitable for various outdoor pursuits.
The region features over 200 easy hiking trails, including routes through Bluebell Woods and along the Belstead Brook. The Alton Water Reservoir also offers an accessible circular trail. More details are available in the Hiking around Copdock & Washbrook guide.
Yes, Copdock & Washbrook has over 200 easy hiking trails. These routes often traverse tranquil paths along the Belstead Brook and through areas like Bluebell Woods. The Easy hikes around Copdock & Washbrook guide provides specific options.
Road cyclists can find easy rides predominantly on paved surfaces and peaceful rural lanes. Routes around Alton Water, such as the Alton Water – Lemons Hill Bridge loop, are popular. The Road Cycling Routes around Copdock & Washbrook guide offers more information.
While specific dedicated mountain biking trails within Copdock & Washbrook are not detailed, the wider Suffolk area offers opportunities. The MTB Trails around Copdock & Washbrook guide can provide relevant routes in the vicinity.
Trails in Copdock & Washbrook feature rolling valley farmlands, ancient estate claylands, and the Belstead Valley with its tributaries like the Belstead Brook. Notable natural areas include Bluebell Woods and the Alton Water Reservoir.
The area offers many easy hiking trails suitable for families. The Alton Water Reservoir provides an accessible circular trail with varied scenery. Routes through Bluebell Woods are also generally considered family-friendly.
Information regarding specific dog restrictions on all trails is not provided. It is advisable to check local signage or the relevant guide for each route to confirm dog-friendly policies.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Hiking around Copdock & Washbrook, Road Cycling Routes around Copdock & Washbrook, and Running Trails around Copdock & Washbrook. Guides for MTB, touring cycling, and gravel biking are also available.
Outdoor activities in Copdock & Washbrook are popular, with more than 26,000 visitors having shared their experiences. Routes in the area have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
The official website for the Copdock & Washbrook Parish Council is www.copdockandwashbrook.org. For general inquiries, the customer services phone number for Babergh District Council is 0300 1234000.
Bluebell Woods are particularly vibrant and popular during the bluebell blooming season, typically in spring. This period offers an enhanced visual experience for hikers.

