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In summer, insect repellent is a good idea as midges may be a nuisance along some stretches of coastline; mosquitoes can also be a minor problem in some areas of woodland. On brighter days sun cream may be necessary, as walkers are often unaware of getting burned because of the cooling effect of a sea breeze. A sun hat is also advisable.

Food and Accommodation

Food is often available at pubs and cafés close to the start and end points of many walk stages, although, as there are one or two exceptions to the rule, it is always a good idea to carry a supply of food and drink and ‘emergency rations’ in case of delay or exceptional circumstances. Places where refreshments are available are listed in the box at the start of each walk stage.

Fishing boats and bathers on the beach at Dunwich (SCP, Stage 4)

For those wishing to walk these routes in their entirety, stopping overnight along the way, there is plenty of accommodation available at the larger towns such as Lowestoft, Ipswich, Woodbridge and Felixstowe, as well as a good number of hotels and B&Bs at resorts including Southwold, Walberswick and Aldeburgh, although these tend to be in great demand in high summer and it is wise to book well ahead. The smaller villages, where some stages start or finish, tend to have far less choice on offer – suggestions are given in the box at the start of each stage. Most of the tourist information centres listed in Appendix B can help find accommodation and assist with booking, as well as provide timetables of local transport.