Manningtree Life Jan '24 Layout v6 - Flipbook - Page 11
AN IDYLLIC COUNTRYSIDE LOCATION
FLATFORD MILL, LOCATION FOR
CONSTABLE’S PAINTING ‘THE HAY WAIN’
EAST BERGHOLT, DEDHAM VALE
Stretching from the north-western fringes of
Manningtree through Suffolk, The Dedham Vale
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is known as
‘Constable Country.’ Walk the path from Dedham
to Flatford and you’ll enjoy incredible views as
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you pass through a landscape of water meadows,
great ways to enjoy
a country way of life
at Manningtree
riverside paths, ancient woodland and lush
meadows, populated by grazing cows.
And, when you’ve finished your walk, a lovely
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setting and relaxed atmosphere, make
Pin Mill nature walk on the River Orwell
The walk takes you through woodland and
heathland, with views of the river and dramatic
shipwrecks along the coastline.
The Boathouse the perfect place for a bite to eat.
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MANNINGTREE
CIRCULAR WALK
Flatford & Dedham circular walk
Explore the scenic Stour Valley, birthplace of
artist John Constable. This circular walk through
the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty includes
visits to Dedham and Flatford Mill, offering views
that inspired Constable's masterpieces like The
Hay Wain.
Mistley and Manningtree circular walk
Start in Mistley, pass ‘Old Knobbley,’ an
800-year-old English Oak Tree much loved by
the community. Perfect for a morning stroll
with coffee and a breakfast bun, or head to
Manningtree's pubs and bars later.
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