Suffolk Coast Path Complete Journey

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Five days on the Suffolk Coast Path

A suggested five-day itinerary for walking the complete Suffolk Coast Path from Felixstowe to Lowestoft, with overnight stops along the route.

Arrival · Felixstowe

Arrive in Felixstowe and spend some time exploring the seafront, gardens or historic Landguard Point. Staying locally provides a convenient starting point for walking the Suffolk Coast Path the following morning.

Suggested overnight: Felixstowe

Day 1 · Felixstowe to Orford

Walking distance: approximately 15–18 miles / 24–29 km

Leave Felixstowe and follow the coast towards Felixstowe Ferry before crossing the River Deben on the seasonal Bawdsey Foot Ferry, subject to operating times. Continue through Bawdsey and the coastal landscape around Shingle Street before making your way towards the riverside village of Orford.

Suggested overnight: Orford

Day 2 · Orford to Aldeburgh

Walking distance: approximately 12 miles / 19 km

Continue north through the landscapes around the Alde and Orford Ness before following the route towards Aldeburgh. The town sits beside a long shingle beach and provides a natural overnight stop before continuing north along the Suffolk Coast.

Suggested overnight: Aldeburgh

Day 3 · Aldeburgh to Dunwich

Leave Aldeburgh and continue north through Thorpeness and Sizewell before reaching the coastal landscapes around Minsmere and Dunwich.

This section passes through some of the most distinctive heathland, woodland and coastal habitats of the Suffolk Coast, with Dunwich providing a quieter overnight stop before the journey continues towards Southwold.

Suggested overnight: Dunwich

Day 4 · Dunwich to Southwold / Wrentham

Continue north from Dunwich towards Walberswick, following the coast through heathland and nature reserves before reaching the River Blyth and Southwold.

Spend time exploring Walberswick and Southwold before continuing to your overnight accommodation. Wrentham provides an alternative inland base where accommodation close to the trail is limited.

Suggested overnight: Southwold / Wrentham

Day 5 · Southwold / Wrentham to Lowestoft

Continue north along the final section of the Suffolk Coast Path through the coastal landscapes around Benacre, Covehithe, Kessingland and Pakefield before reaching Lowestoft.

Lowestoft, Britain's most easterly town, marks the end of the Suffolk Coast Path and provides rail connections for onward travel.

Optional overnight: Lowestoft

Departure · Lowestoft

Lowestoft railway station provides connections for onward travel after completing the Suffolk Coast Path.