Orford Castle – Snape Maltings loop from Snape

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Orford Castle – Snape Maltings loop from Snape

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Orford Castle – Snape Maltings loop from Snape

01:38

26.9km

130m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 3.47 km for 144 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.54 km

River Alde

Highlight • Natural

The church is one of the oldest in Suffolk. There's a small shop by the church, the honey is really good. Just put money in the box and take honey with you.

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12.8 km

View of Orford Castle

Highlight • Castle

Nice view of the castle as you head into Orford

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13.5 km

Due to conservation works Orford Castle is currently (August 2022) enshrouded in scaffolding.

The unique polygonal tower keep of Orford Castle stands beside the pretty town and former port, developed …

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14.3 km

Riverside Tearoom, Orford

Highlight • Cafe

Brilliant little tearooms on the riverside (surprisingly) in quaint Orford on the Suffolk coastline, makes for a great mid-ride stop or meeting point for a delicious coffee.

Opening hours and menu at riverside-tearoom.co.uk/opening-hours

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26.7 km

Snape Maltings

Highlight • Bridge

Snape Maltings is one of the Suffolk Coast's most famous landmarks. The Maltings were once Victorian buildings where barley was malted for brewing. Now converted and home to shops, galleries, …

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26.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.1 km

563 m

212 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

22.3 km