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River Alde, Snape Maltings & Tunstall Forest loop — Suffolk Coast & Heaths

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River Alde, Snape Maltings & Tunstall Forest loop — Suffolk Coast & Heaths

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River Alde, Snape Maltings & Tunstall Forest loop — Suffolk Coast & Heaths

04:09

16.2km

60m

Hiking

Embark on a moderate 10.1-mile (16.2 km) hike through the diverse landscapes of the Suffolk Coast & Heaths, taking approximately 4 hours and 8 minutes to complete with 191 feet (58 metres) of elevation gain. Starting and ending at the historic Snape Maltings, you will follow the tidal River Alde,…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB

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217 m

Dovecote Studio

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This building was once a ruined dovecote but has been given a new lease of life as a studio. The old brickwork remains outside while the interior steel shell was slotted into place by a crane.

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1.91 km

Alde-Ore Estuary

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The Alde-Ore Estuary is a vast river mouth and Site of Special Scientific Interest. It's home to two nature reserves and plenty of habitats ranging from marshes and wetlands to …

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12.2 km

Tunstall Forest

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Tunstall Forest is a managed woodland with a mixture of coniferous plantations, broadleaved belts and heathland. It's managed by Forestry England.

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16.1 km

Snape Maltings Arts and Concert Centre

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There are loads of cultural sights to explore at Snape Maltings, one of the Suffolk Coast's most famous landmarks. Its converted Victorian buildings are home to shops, galleries, eateries and …

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16.2 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.98 km

3.27 km

3.23 km

1.64 km

784 m

324 m

Surfaces

8.37 km

3.75 km

1.77 km

1.17 km

583 m

582 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 19 May

20°C

11°C

24 %

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River Alde, Snape Maltings & Tunstall Forest loop — Suffolk Coast & Heaths

Dovecote Studio

Alde-Ore Estuary

Tunstall Forest

Snape Maltings Arts and Concert Centre

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