Riverside Path along the River Deben – River Deben Estuary loop from Woodbridge

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Riverside Path along the River Deben – River Deben Estuary loop from Woodbridge

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Riverside Path along the River Deben – River Deben Estuary loop from Woodbridge

01:47

16.7km

110m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 14, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Suffolk and Essex Coast and Heaths National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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703 m

Woodbridge Shire Hall

Highlight • Other

9.75 km

Broomheath

Nature Reserve

10.5 km

Riverside Path along the River Deben

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Nice paved path alongside the River Deben near Woodbridge

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11.3 km

View of Woodbridge Tide Mill and the River Deben

Highlight • River

The footpath that follows the river shoreline from the Mill has plenty of seating areas for a sneaky sandwich or a crafty coffee.

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11.7 km

Woodbridge Waterfront and Marina

Highlight • River

A great base for exploring the Suffolk Coast and Heaths AONB, Woodbridge is a historic town on the River Deben. There are plenty of places to eat and drink, as well as several accommodation options.

The town is well known for Sutton Hoo, home to one of Britain's most important archaeological discoveries: the ship burial of an Anglo-Saxon king and his most valuable possessions.

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11.9 km

Woodbridge Waterfront and The Longshed

Highlight • Settlement

Woodbridge is a beautiful town steeped in History. Please check out my hiking tour of the town
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12.0 km

The Longshed

Highlight • Historical Site

The Ship’s Company was formed in 2016 with the sole purpose of creating a permanent and authentic replica of the Anglo-Saxon ship. The team is made up of professionals, volunteers and enthusiasts who are working together to fully understand the dimensions and construction methods. The ship will be built in the newly opened, Longshed, a purpose-built unit gifted to the town and dedicated to the maritime history and education.

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12.5 km

River Deben Estuary

Highlight • Viewpoint

The River Deben flows 34 miles (54 km) through the heart of Suffolk from Bedingfield to the North Sea. The river has played an important role in the region's history, powering mills. Many animal species call the river home thanks to its varied habitats. Keep a lookout for avocets that overwinter in the area.

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