A “Big Walk” Around Rendlesham Forest

Mary-Ann (pictured in light blue jacket) of Holiday Dogs in Kesgrave led Suffolk’s first “Big Walkies”. The concept originated in Cambridgeshire and is designed to provide a focal point for dogs and humans to socialise and get some exercise and fresh air.

There were about 20 of us all told and we enjoyed a fabulous 3 mile walk around Rendlesham Forest with a chance to chat and for the doggies to have fun. The next event will be in about a month’s time.

For more information link to Big Walkies. Anyone looking for a grooming, dog walking or dog sitting service in the Kesgrave area couldn’t do better than contact Mary-Ann at Holiday Dogs.

Smallest House In Suffolk?

East Suffolk News today tweeted “Is this house in Framlingham the smallest in Suffolk?” Link to East Suffolk News for a picture and the whole story.

However we’d like to think the house pictured above might give the Framlingham house a good run for its money.  We found it on the seafront in Aldeburgh whilst researching and writing our  Aldeburgh Murder Mystery Treasure Trail.

Though we don’t know the exact square footage I’m sure Estate Agents would describe it as “bijou” or “compact”.

Falkenham – Its Walks And Views

We’ve already explored the east side of the River Deben, in some detail, writing one of our favourite Trails - Secrets Around Shottisham. However, the weekend before last, after a tip off from a friend, we found the footpaths around Falkenham. And what a delight they are, particularly in sunshine and despite a bracing wind.

If you park near St Ethelbert’s Church in Falkenham you are spoilt for choice. We took the footpath that goes past the church and did a right. Follow the path to the river and climb the bank to be rewarded by a fantastic view – the estuary, Ramsholt on the other side of the river and a few boats. Our walk there and back was about an hour and a half but there is a longer circular one if you’ve more time.

Falkenham is just east of Kirton, both quite isolated villages but, as elsewhere in Suffolk, they conceal some fascinating history. Link to the Kirton & Falkenham Website for more information on these hidden gems.