Starting at a single row of cottages known as Shingle Street, you'll head up the coast to the river mouth at Orford Haven before cutting inland through fields and along well-signposted tracks and lanes back to the start.

Why it's special
From the Martello tower that marks your starting point, built to protect England from invasion during the Napoleonic wars, to some well-preserved second world war pillbox defences, this walk has an impressive military pedigree. Just up the coast is Orford Ness, where the first experiments with radar were conducted in the 1930s, while Shingle Street itself has been the subject of fevered speculation ever since it was evacuated in 1940. Conspiracies include rumours of a German landing and a shoreline littered with burning bodies, schemes to protect the coastline with an impenetrable barrage of flames and the testing of experimental chemical bombs. Four dead German airmen were certainly washed up on the beach, and weapons testing did result in the Lifeboat Inn being blown up. As for the rest, the conspiracy theories rumble on.

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https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2009/jun/08/shingle-street-walking-guide-suffolk

How to get there
By car
From Ipswich, take the A12 towards Woodbridge, then the A1152 towards Melton. Take the second exit at the roundabout after the river, towards Hollesley, then follow signs to Shingle Street.

By public transport
Take the Ipswich-to-Lowestoft train and get off at Melton, but it's an 11km walk to the start, mostly on minor roads with no pavement.

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"Very peaceful, beautifully converted farm buildings. Excellent breakfast. Not a complaint as such but quilt and pillows a bit lumpy, perhsps need replacing "

₩307,293 total

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Oct 20 - Oct 21

"first time at this place, and definitely won't be my last! beautiful pub, lovely staff, and only regret is that (this time!) my early morning work meant I couldn't take advantage of their excellent looking breakfast options.... "

₩209,640 total

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Oct 19 - Oct 20

"Very good location, lovely welcome and good communication from the owners. Great breakfast "

₩219,169 total

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Nov 3 - Nov 4

"A quiet retreat. Perfect setting. Fresh food. Everything I needed."

₩152,165 total

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Nov 15 - Nov 16

"Fab bed and breakfast very clean great breakfast lovely owner nice a quite location "

₩200,111 total

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Oct 27 - Oct 28

"Our hosts were helpful & charming, Room & facilities were faultless Highly recommended."

₩161,994 total

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Oct 20 - Oct 21

"Just a fantastic stay, lovely place, great staff comfy bed and amazing breakfast"

₩188,676 total

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Oct 17 - Oct 18

Double Room, Ensuite (The Southwold Room)

"Very quiet and comfortable. Excellent accommodation would come again. "

₩238,228 total

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Oct 20 - Oct 21

"Great service excellent location fantastic breakfast excellent host"

₩190,582 total

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Oct 26 - Oct 27

"Delightful!"

₩238,228 total

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Oct 22 - Oct 23

"Accommodation very good. Friendly, obliging staff, Excellent food. Would definitely recommend."

₩181,053 total

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Oct 17 - Oct 18

"Lovely stay, every single member of staff was helpful and welcoming. "

₩228,698 total

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Oct 19 - Oct 20

"My room was spotlessly clean, the bed was comfortable and the breakfast was excellent, Karen, the hostess was friendly and extremely helpful, all in all a perfect B&B."

₩276,344 total

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Oct 29 - Oct 30

"We had a very pleasant stay with Maggie and Paddy at The Old Rectory. The accommodation was excellent as was the food at breakfast and dinner. A fine place to drive from to the outlying towns and villages."

₩258,620 total

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Classic Double Room, Accessible, Ensuite | Exterior

"The Foxes Den is a perfect place to stay. Our room was very comfortable, beautifully designed and well equipped. The restaurant provided excellent food, both for dinner and breakfast. It was run very efficiently by a great team of staff."

₩191,728 total

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Oct 29 - Oct 30

"Great breakfast 😊 Lovely clean room, friendly owners. Easy parking. Everything was spot on."

₩161,994 total

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Oct 27 - Oct 28

Comfort Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"The owners were extremely friendly. The breakfast was excellent and the decor was 2nd to none a lovely stay."

₩158,182 total

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Oct 17 - Oct 18

Exclusive Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"It’s a rural farm, exactly what I expected, breakfast was lovely, nothing was too much trouble, friendly and helpful hosts. Had a lovely stay,"

₩221,837 total

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Oct 19 - Oct 20

"Friendly staff and secure. Thin walls, but that can’t be helped. Would stay there again if I had to come up to the area again. "

₩187,305 total

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Oct 17 - Oct 18

Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (The Chinese Room) | Bathroom

"Charming traditional B&B, nice room and excellent breakfast (extra charge). Hidden away in deepest rural Suffolk, various local pubs offering decent enough - if rather pricey - evening meal options (no evening meal available onsite). Had a quick dip in the 'refreshing' (outdoor) pool. Overall enjoyable short stay but felt the room rate was quite expensive for what we got."

₩287,778 total

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10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean, service excellent, could park right outside the door."

The Coach House Suffolk

10/10 Excellent

"Yet again, absolutely wonderful. Even though they were very busy on this occasion, they were still helpful and friendly. Breakfast is great as usual, lots of choices. I always have the cooked breakfast, the only silly thing, Whats with the beans in a ramekin, l like it on my plate(personal preference). However i just scooped them out onto my plate... easy. Not a negative review. Always wonderful. Love the place. Will most likely be staying again for a few days next time at the end of the month."

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With attentive service, opportunities to meet other guests, and of course a full breakfast to start the day, B&Bs provide a truly one-of-a-kind setting.

What are the best B&Bs in Woodbridge?

Check out these B&Bs in Woodbridge: The Jolly Sailor: 4 rooms. Enjoy the patio area and bar/lounge. Colston Hall Farmhouse B&B: 4 rooms.

What's the best time of year to book my B&B in Woodbridge?

When you're dreaming of a stay in Woodbridge, year-round temperatures and rainfall may be important factors to consider. The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 42°F. Average annual precipitation for Woodbridge is 29 inches.

What is there to do in Woodbridge?

Travelers enjoy Woodbridge for its bars and historic landmarks. Spend some time exploring Rendlesham Forest Centre and Suffolk Coast and Heaths if you're hoping to see some of the area's natural features. You might put Woodbridge Tide Mill and Sutton Hoo on your list if you want to see more of the area.

How can I get to and around Woodbridge?

You can plan your excursions in and around Woodbridge ahead of time with these transportation options. Fly into Norwich (NWI-Norwich Intl.), which is located 39.6 mi (63.8 km) away from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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