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Aldeburgh, Sizewell & Thorpeness loop — Suffolk Coast & Heaths

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Aldeburgh, Sizewell & Thorpeness loop — Suffolk Coast & Heaths

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Aldeburgh, Sizewell & Thorpeness loop — Suffolk Coast & Heaths

04:55

19.5km

40m

Hiking

Embark on the Aldeburgh, Sizewell & Thorpeness loop, a moderate hike spanning 12.1 miles (19.5 km) with a gentle elevation gain of 116 feet (35 metres), typically taking around 4 hours and 55 minutes to complete. This route guides you through a varied landscape, from the shingle beaches of the…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB

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12.0 km

Sizewell Beach

Highlight • Trail

Sizewell Beach, located on the stunning Suffolk coastline, is a wonderful place to refresh and refuel on your run. Cool off with a swim in the sea, relax on the …

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15.6 km

Thorpeness Meare Shop and Tearooms

Highlight • Restaurant

The little cafe by the pond is really quirky and the food is great. We love it especially in the colder months when you need warming up.

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16.7 km

The House in the Clouds

Highlight • Monument

The House in the Clouds is an old water tower built in 1923. It originally pumped water from the nearby mill and was later used for water storage only. In …

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17.5 km

Aldeburgh Beach

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Aldeburgh beach is more than just the seaside. Aside from the long sand and shingle bay, there is plenty more. A Norman Church and a windmill plus a Martello Tower. …

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17.8 km

The Scallop Sculpture, Aldeburgh Beach

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Installed in 2003, the Scallop is a beautiful piece of art that reflects the coastal light wonderfully. It was sculpted by local artist Maggi Hambling in memory of the composer …

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19.5 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.44 km

6.78 km

1.20 km

1.05 km

481 m

403 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.95 km

7.09 km

2.23 km

1.06 km

956 m

174 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 27 May

22°C

12°C

2 %

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Aldeburgh, Sizewell & Thorpeness loop — Suffolk Coast & Heaths

Sizewell Beach

Thorpeness Meare Shop and Tearooms

The House in the Clouds

Aldeburgh Beach

The Scallop Sculpture, Aldeburgh Beach

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