Walks and hikes around Dedham Vale AONB offer a captivating glimpse into the quintessential English countryside. This Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, straddling the Essex and Suffolk border, is a patchwork of gentle hills, meandering rivers, and lush woodlands. The landscape that inspired John Constable's famous paintings remains largely unchanged, providing hikers with a sense of stepping back in time.

Last updated: November 13, 2025

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1. Fen Bridge loop from Flatford — Dedham Vale

5.29km

01:21

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Dedham Constable Country loops of Flatford — Dedham Vale

6.28km

01:37

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Arger Fen & Spouse's Vale from Nayland loop — Dedham Vale

21.8km

05:42

160m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Tendring Hall Park loop from Stoke-by-Nayland — Dedham Vale

12.1km

03:09

90m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Willy Lott's House & St Mary the Virgin church loop from Stratford St. Mary — Dedham Vale

10.4km

02:41

60m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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The best walks and hikes in Dedham Vale Aonb

1. Fen Bridge loop from Flatford — Dedham Vale

2. Dedham Constable Country loops of Flatford — Dedham Vale

3. Arger Fen & Spouse's Vale from Nayland loop — Dedham Vale

4. Tendring Hall Park loop from Stoke-by-Nayland — Dedham Vale

5. Willy Lott's House & St Mary the Virgin church loop from Stratford St. Mary — Dedham Vale

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