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Hedingham Castle – Lamarsh Lion Pub loop from Long Melford

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Hedingham Castle – Lamarsh Lion Pub loop from Long Melford

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Hedingham Castle – Lamarsh Lion Pub loop from Long Melford

02:56

48.1km

360m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 1, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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29 m

Café in Long Melford

Highlight • Cafe

Good place for a pit stop plenty of pubs and cafes and very old feel

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4.70 km

The infamous ‘Borley Rectory’ was demolished in 1944 but recent activity is still reported.. the old rectory was positioned just opposite the church.

essexghosthunters.co.uk/haunted-places/essex/borley-rectory

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18.0 km

Hedingham Castle

Highlight • Castle

A 900-year-old Norman keep, beautifully maintained. It costs to visit the castle (£8.50 for adults), but a quick glance from the comfort of your saddle won't go amiss!

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23.6 km

Little Maplestead Round Church

Highlight • Historical Site

One of only four medieval round churches left in England. Easily seen from the road.

en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Little_Maplestead

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25.0 km

Seven Acre Wood

Forest

33.2 km

Lamarsh Lion Pub

Highlight • Pub

lamarshlion.co.uk

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45.9 km

Nethergate Brewery & Taproom

Highlight • Pub

If your ride finishes in Long Melford this is a good place to end it. Great on-site bar with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and a lovely beer garden.

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48.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

46.3 km

859 m

733 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

28.7 km

18.2 km

859 m

381 m

Elevation

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Hedingham Castle – Lamarsh Lion Pub loop from Long Melford

Melford Hall

Café in Long Melford

Borley Church

Hedingham Castle

Little Maplestead Round Church

Lamarsh Lion Pub

Nethergate Brewery & Taproom

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