Dasy walk from Lavenham to Long Melford, through woods and open fields, following the route of the old Great Eastern Railway line. You can return to Lavenham by bus, or re-trace your steps if you are able. Can be muddy and waterlogged through SSSI.
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52.10, 0.76 · rel 19384206
52.10, 0.76 · rel 19384206
Lavenham to Long Melford Railway Walk, Lavenham Guildhall
7,7 km from Lavenham Guildhall, CO10 9QZ;TL 91598 49303 to Melford Hall, CO10 9DU;TL 86591 46294 through urban area.
Lavenham Guildhall, CO10 9QZ;TL 91598 49303
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Melford Hall, CO10 9DU;TL 86591 46294
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7,7km
Distance
moderate
Climb · estimate
easy
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Urban Area
Remote
Uncrowded
Dog friendly
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02 · The story
What makes this route special
03 · 1 point along the route
What will you encounter?
1× monument
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6,6 km
86%
04 · Landmarks
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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
Lavenham to Long Melford Railway Walk, Lavenham Guildhall is 7.7 km long.
At an average walking pace, Lavenham to Long Melford Railway Walk, Lavenham Guildhall takes approximately 1h 55min to complete.
No, Lavenham to Long Melford Railway Walk, Lavenham Guildhall is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Lavenham Guildhall, CO10 9QZ;TL 91598 49303 to Melford Hall, CO10 9DU;TL 86591 46294. Plan ahead for return transport.
Lavenham to Long Melford Railway Walk, Lavenham Guildhall starts at Lavenham Guildhall, CO10 9QZ;TL 91598 49303.
Lavenham to Long Melford Railway Walk, Lavenham Guildhall is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.
Lavenham to Long Melford Railway Walk, Lavenham Guildhall is maintained and managed by National Trust.