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Dedham Boathouse Restaurant – River Stour at Dedham loop from Manningtree

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Dedham Boathouse Restaurant – River Stour at Dedham loop from Manningtree

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Dedham Boathouse Restaurant – River Stour at Dedham loop from Manningtree

01:37

15.0km

80m

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: April 29, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 12.8 km for 220 m

Customers only

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.91 km

St Mary the Virgin Church, Lawford

Highlight • Historical Site

St Mary’s is a pretty Grade I-listed church in peaceful surroundings on the outskirts of Lawford. It is constructed from flint, rubble, septaria, and brick, with limestone dressings and red …

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7.17 km

Dedham Village

Highlight • Settlement

Lots of cute little shops and cafes

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7.57 km

This riverside restaurant is the perfect place to stop for afternoon tea or a late lunch. Opening times:

Lunch
Tuesday to Sunday
12 till 2.30pm

Dinner
Tuesday to Saturday
6.30 till 9.30pm

For more information, visit: dedhamboathouse.com

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7.63 km

River Stour at Dedham

Highlight • River

Lovely stop for a relaxing coffer

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8.99 km

Footpath from Flatford Mill to Dedham

Highlight • Viewpoint

Footbridge over river on north side of river between Dedham and Flatford is closed, but head slightly further north and you can still continue walk.

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9.58 km

Constable Walk Along the River Stour

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This section takes you across open farmland with no barriers to separate walkers from the animals. Beware that there may be bulls grazing! Be sure to keep your furry friend on a lead.

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13.8 km

White Bridge over the River Stour

Highlight • Bridge

The lowest crossing on the River Stour, next to the tidal sluices separating the river from the estuary, and also the border between Essex and Suffolk. Originally the site of a timber bridge which was bleached white by the salt.

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15.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.60 km

5.05 km

1.35 km

1.32 km

874 m

523 m

296 m

Surfaces

5.16 km

2.28 km

2.21 km

1.80 km

1.55 km

1.05 km

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 28 June

23°C

11°C

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Dedham Boathouse Restaurant – River Stour at Dedham loop from Manningtree

St Mary the Virgin Church, Lawford

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