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View of Framlingham Castle – Framlingham Castle loop from Southwold

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View of Framlingham Castle – Framlingham Castle loop from Southwold

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View of Framlingham Castle – Framlingham Castle loop from Southwold

04:14

69.6km

360m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 35.1 km for 81 m

Customers only

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.61 km

Southwold to Walberswick Footbridge (Bailey Bridge)

Highlight • Bridge

You can cross the river Blyth from Southwold to Walberswick over the footbridge. Nice place to watch the sun go down over the marshes.

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3.19 km

St Andrew's Church and Ruins, Walberswick

Highlight • Religious Site

St Andrew's is the fourth church to have been built in Walberswick. It is tucked into the south-west corner of the ruins of the third church. Personally I think the church and ruins are best viewed first thing in the morning as the sun rises from the east

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7.05 km

Newdelight Covert

Forest

34.3 km

View of Framlingham Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Set amidst expansive parkland and a charming lake, Framlingham Castle has witnessed fascinating periods of history. The castle is managed by English Heritage and is well worth a visit. Even if you don't stop by, you can admire the views from the roadside – it's a very impressive sight!

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35.1 km

Framlingham Castle

Highlight • Castle

Free to English Heritage members. Otherwise Pay & Display.

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46.3 km

St Michael's Church

Highlight • Historical Site

This pretty Gothic church dates back to around the 15th century or earlier, although it was substantially rebuilt in 1860. The church is backed by the Suffolk Seed Drill Company which was founded in the village in the 19th century.

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66.1 km

River Blyth Footbridge and Harbour View

Highlight • River

Part of the old Southwold to Halesworth train line. If you follow the line towards Walbeswick you can still see remains of the station platform as the footpath leaves the line of the track.

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67.4 km

Walberswick Ferry Crossing

Highlight • Rest Area

Walberswick Ferry 2018 Operating Times and Fares
Copies from explorewalberswick.co.uk/ferry.php
Its a small rowing boat but takes bicycles
24th March – 15th April Daily Service 10am – 5pm (weekends 10am - 5pm)
15th April – 26th May Weekends only 10am – 5pm
26th May – 30th September Daily Service 10am – 5pm (weekends 10am - 5pm)
30th September – 20th October Weekends only 10am – 5pm
20th October – 28th October Daily Service 10am – 5pm (weekends 10am - 5pm)

Fares:
£1 per person (adults or children over 5),
£1 per bicycle.
Dogs and children under 5 welcome free of charge.
Buggies and pushchairs welcome too.

The above times can change occasionally due to extreme weather and tide conditions.

The Southwold to Walberswick Ferry is licenced by Waveney District Council.

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68.0 km

Southwold Harbour

Highlight • River

Blackshore can get really busy in the summer so be prepared to hike a bike for safety's sake. Also its known to flood especially on spring tides so be aware. Bikes aren't salt water friendly.

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69.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

58.0 km

4.59 km

4.37 km

1.34 km

1.28 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

38.0 km

25.2 km

4.47 km

1.49 km

423 m

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Friday 3 July

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View of Framlingham Castle – Framlingham Castle loop from Southwold

Southwold to Walberswick Footbridge (Bailey Bridge)

St Andrew's Church and Ruins, Walberswick

View of Framlingham Castle

Framlingham Castle

St Michael's Church

River Blyth Footbridge and Harbour View

Walberswick Ferry Crossing

Southwold Harbour

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