4 miles (6.4km) return from Manningtree to Flatford. Optional loop to Dedham adds another 3 miles (4.8km). Generally flat grass and gravel paths with some moderate slopes.
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51.96, 1.02 · rel 19604305
51.96, 1.02 · rel 19604305
Flatford and Constable Country Walk, Flatford
12,6 km from Manningtree Station, CO11 2LE;TM 09245 32140 to Manningtree Station, CO11 2LE;TM 09245 32140 through urban area.
Manningtree Station, CO11 2LE;TM 09245 32140
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Manningtree Station, CO11 2LE;TM 09245 32140
linear
12,6km
Distance
demanding
Climb · estimate
easy
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linear
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Urban Area
1× viewpoint
Remote
Uncrowded
Dog friendly
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02 · The story
What makes this route special
03 · 4 points along the route
What will you encounter?
2× Attraction
1× viewpoint
1× monument
Flatford Mill
Attraction ·
60 m off route
0,5 km
4%
Constable 'The Haywain' viewing point
viewpoint ·
65 m off route
0,5 km
4%
Willy Lott's Cottage
Attraction ·
72 m off route
0,5 km
4%
East Bergholt War Memorial
monument ·
225 m off route
0,5 km
4%
04 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
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05 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
06 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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08 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Flatford and Constable Country Walk, Flatford is 12.6 km long.
At an average walking pace, Flatford and Constable Country Walk, Flatford takes approximately 3h 9min to complete.
No, Flatford and Constable Country Walk, Flatford is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Manningtree Station, CO11 2LE;TM 09245 32140 to Manningtree Station, CO11 2LE;TM 09245 32140. Plan ahead for return transport.
Flatford and Constable Country Walk, Flatford starts at Manningtree Station, CO11 2LE;TM 09245 32140.
Flatford and Constable Country Walk, Flatford is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Flatford and Constable Country Walk, Flatford is maintained and managed by National Trust.