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River Stour at Dedham – Dedham Boathouse Restaurant loop from Elmstead

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East Of England

River Stour at Dedham – Dedham Boathouse Restaurant loop from Elmstead

Easy

5.0

(1)

22

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River Stour at Dedham – Dedham Boathouse Restaurant loop from Elmstead

01:41

41.2km

160m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 28, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Dedham Vale National Landscape

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

1.74 km

Mill Wood

Highlight • Forest

Here's Mill Mill over. An enchanted grove, in which a small detour worthwhile. If you're enjoying yourself here, you can even camp at the Mill Farm Camp site and stay overnight.

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2

13.0 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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3

13.9 km

Constable Park Café & Riverside Activities

Highlight • Cafe

If you fancy taking to the water, Constable Park offers a variety of activities including SUP, kayak and Canadian canoe all available to hire, and you don't have to pre-book.

There is also a coffee house on-site.

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4

26.2 km

Hall Farm Shop & Café

Highlight • Cafe

Wonderful food (can recommend burger) in an idyllic setting. Outdoor seating, animals to keep kids amused (and adults) whilst waiting for food. Wasn’t a long wait though. Very friendly and there’s a farm shop here too.

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5

27.6 km

River Stour at Dedham

Highlight • River

Lovely stop for a relaxing coffer

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6

27.7 km

Dedham Boathouse Restaurant

Highlight • Cafe

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

28.1 km

Dedham Village

Highlight • Settlement

Lots of cute little shops and cafes

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8

29.3 km

Café at the Munnings Art Museum

Highlight • Cafe

B

41.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

37.3 km

3.07 km

577 m

210 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

36.8 km

4.21 km

173 m

< 100 m

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