Alton Water Circular Walk (Suffolk) England | 8–10 Mile Reservoir Loop + Parking, Map & Tips

Описание: Walk: Alton Water Circular, Suffolk (near Ipswich) — an easy, scenic reservoir loop on the Shotley Peninsula. I cover route highlights, parking, facilities, and on-the-day tips to help you plan your day out.

Route at a glance
• Distance: 8–10 miles / 13–16 km (variant dependent) • Type: Circular • Time: ~3–4 hrs • Difficulty: Easy • Terrain: Mixed paths, mostly flat
• Dog-friendly: Yes — on lead and keep dogs out of the water (site policy).
• Facilities: Paid parking, visitor centre café, toilets, children’s play area; bike hire also available.
• Where: Alton Water, Holbrook Rd, Stutton, IP9 2RY (Suffolk).
• Parking (Anglian Water): Paid—hourly and day rates; check boards on arrival.

Highlights you’ll see
Reservoir views all the way, woodlands and meadows, easy navigation, and wide paths that suit family groups. This is a relaxed all-ability loop that’s also popular with cyclists.

Planning info & sources
– Official site: walking, dog policy & facilities (Anglian Water Parks)
– Parking & visitor info (Anglian Water Parks)
– Distance variants reported by trusted route platforms (8–10 miles)
– Discover Suffolk for easy-going options and the IP9 2RY start area

Timestamps / Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:32 Aqua Park
2:43 Alton Water Dam
7:53 Birchwood
10:19 Black Pond Meadow
11:38 Juno Bird Hide
13:20 Alton Water Car Park
14:08 Lemon Hill Bridge
17:01 White Horse Tattingstone
21:11 A137
24:39 Highland Cattle
25:58 De-brief

Tips
• Go early on weekends and school holidays.
• Counter-clockwise keeps most lakeside views on your left.
• Paths can be muddy after rain; waterproof footwear helps.
• Keep an eye out for cyclists on shared sections.

Gear I used : Action Cam 4, Trails App

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