Visit Suffolk County Council’s official countryside website and discover the perfect place to spot wildlife, fly a kite, listen to birdsong, have a paddle, go for a ramble, cross-country cycle, walk your dog or even hug a tree!
Use the fun interactive map to download free walking guides, cycle maps and information on all of Suffolk’s country parks, picnic spots, wildlife sites and bird reserves. There are loads of free events listed throughout the year for all the family, details of accommodation for a walking or cycling holiday and great ideas from people who make Suffolk such a special place to visit.
Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beaut
The Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) is one of Britain’s finest landscapes. The AONB covers 150 square miles and includes wildlife-rich wetlands, ancient heaths, windswept shingle beaches and historic towns and villages. The AONB is one of the most important lowland landscapes in England and Wales and offers wonderful opportunities for outdoor recreation in a quiet, unspoilt setting. This year is the 40th anniversary of the AONB. Look out for events throughout the year to celebrate this very special occasion. For more details on this special area visit www.suffolkcoastandheaths.org
Brandon Country Park
Brandon Country Park is a haven for wildlife, the forest rides are ideal for gentle rambles, the Walled Garden has been lovingly restored with ornamental plants and there is always a squirrel about the place!
Clare Castle Country Park
Situated to the south of the picturesque, historic town of Clare,
Clare Castle Country Park is a beautiful quiet area to relax, play, get close to nature and learn about Clare’s fascinating history. See the 13th Century stone castle keep, follow a ‘history trail’ and learn of the park’s secrets and walk the nature trail along the River Stour and Railway Walk.
Knettishall Heath Country Park
Knettishall Heath Country Park is a ‘Site of Special Scientific Interest’, with unspoilt heath, grassland and heather. See the herd of semi wild Exmoor ponies and in summer, watch common lizards bask in open, sunny spots on the heath and skylarks sing above the gently swaying grasses.
Visit www.discoversuffolk.org.uk now and discover free days out for all.
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