Dalham: Brick Kiln Wood, Desning Hall Barn and Leipsic Wood

A countryside circuit from Dalham Village Hall, following the chestnut avenue past St Mary's Church and the edge of Dalham Hall, then Beech Row into Brick Kiln Wood. The path crosses the woodland clearing known as The Lawns and emerges beside Desning Hall Barn before following the Icknield Way bridleway through open farmland. The return uses a short stretch of Denham Road, crosses the fields into Leipsic Wood and follows Beech Row back to the village. The old malt kiln beside The Street is another distinctive landmark.

Allow about 2 hours 45 minutes for the rolling ground, gates and short stops. Expect earth and grass paths, field edges, farm tracks and several small wooden or plank bridges. The woodland and cultivated-field sections can be muddy after rain. Take care on the short road sections, which have no continuous pavement, and give farm traffic room on shared tracks. This route is unsuitable for wheelchairs or mobility scooters.

Use the free car park at Dalham Village Hall on The Street, CB8 8TF, as recommended by Discover Suffolk. Leave access clear for hall users and observe local signs. Carry water and food: there are no facilities along the countryside section. Keep dogs under close control around game birds and farmland, and stay on the signed public paths through the estate. The hall and houses are private properties; the route passes them from public paths.

Based on the Brick Kiln Wood and Desning Hall Barn circuit published by Dalham Parish Council and Suffolk County Council on Discover Suffolk. Check current signs and Suffolk's rights of way notices before setting out.