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For walkers hiking the entire length of the Suffolk Coast Path, the main seasonal limitation is the need to use the ferry service between Bawdsey and Felixstowe (Stage 8). This operates only at Easter weekend, and then between May and October. At other times of the year it is necessary to make a very long detour around the River Deben estuary. Similarly, anyone wishing to make use of the Butley ferry on the Orford Loop alternative (Stage 6 of the Suffolk Coast Path) must undertake this section between Easter and the end of September, when the ferry is running.

None of the routes in this book is so long that it makes the limited daylight hours of winter an issue. Walking coastal Suffolk in winter has, in fact, its own, perhaps rather bleak, charm. The Stour and Orwell Walk especially is rewarding during the winter months, as both estuaries are home to large numbers of wildfowl and waders at this time of year.

What to Take

Suffolk coastal weather is generally mild, with little snow in winter and a cooling breeze in summer. As with any route, walkers should check weather forecasts before setting out to determine whether wet-weather clothing is required for that day. Substantial boots and appropriate clothing should be worn, and a small, comfortable day-pack containing additional clothing, waterproofs, map, food, drink and a camera should be carried.