WALKS & TRAILS
Shotley Peninsula
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Walks in and around the Shotley Peninsula
Walking in National Landscape Shotley – an area of outstanding natural beauty
Just a short foot-ferry ride away from Felixstowe or Harwich, Shotley Gate on the Haven is an absolute go-to Suffolk destination for walkers and nature-lovers alike. With waymarked riverside trails, accessible routes, cycle rides and family-friendly walks and activities, from historic Shotley to dreamy Pin Mill and Alton Water Park, the Shotley Peninsula is a paths-less-travelled destination with something for everyone.
About the walks, paths & places
So what will it be? A riverside ramble along the Stour or Orwell? A stroll around Shotley’s bustling marina? A mindful walk touched by true-life stories of young naval lads, wartime heroes and U-boat surrenders.
Treasures await down every path around the Shotley Peninsula, from pews with idyllic views to the bird song of river-cliff woodlands, from waders on the tidal mudflats to historic barges at Pin Mill. There are accessible and buggy-friendly walks too.
The author of Swallows & Amazons fell in love with this neck of the Suffolk woods and rivers. Pin Mill was his place and his sailing grounds. Follow Arthur Ransome’s Walking Trail to share the magic.
Shotley Attractions
Stroll out on both sides of the water
Why not make a real little adventure of things and take a look at life on both sides of a river? A foot-ferry ride across the River Stour from Shotley will land you at the Essex heritage port and resort of Harwich and Dovercourt. Alternatively travel across the River Orwell to add discoveries at Landguard and on the Felixstowe Peninsula to your day.
Harwich Harbour Foot and Bicycle Ferry operates a daily timetable (weather permitting).
Both destinations have a wealth of military, maritime and heritage attractions to explore along with plenty of family fun. Take a look at all the waymarked and leafleted trails just waiting to lead you down the Haven paths.
Haven Ferry Harwich walks Landguard Walks Felixstowe WalksFollow the Countryside Code – Take away memories – Leave only footprints
The Shotley Peninsula’s treasured designated National Landscape, its town parks, village greens and riverside and country footpaths are yours to enjoy. Please respect and protect them by visiting safely and responsibly.
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Discover stunning natural riverside landscapes, a world of bobbing boats, big ships and nifty sail-boats, the Orwell-side hamlet of Pin Mill, unexpected royal connections and so much more along the purposeful paths of the Shotley Peninsula. At Alton Water Park, enjoy some family-friendly water sports, or set out on easy-going trails on foot – or by bike around the reservoir and/ or away for a pint or picnic at Pin Mill paths.
Download all the directions and maps here.
