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Kersey Upland, Williams Green and Bridges Farm Circuit

Suffolk

Distance
3.9 mi
Est. time
2h 30m
Difficulty
Medium
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About this walk

A countryside circuit from Church Hill in Kersey, linking the village churchyard with Kersey Vale, Williams Green and Kersey Tye. The return follows the lower route through Bridges Farm, then approaches the timber-framed village by the stream. Cross the Splash on its pedestrian bridge beside the ford.

Start by the churchyard entrance on Church Hill. The council leaflet recommends roadside parking on Church Hill or The Street; use a legal space and keep entrances clear. Follow the churchyard paths and Mill Lane to Vale Lane, then take the signed footpath over the brook at Kersey Vale. Continue southwest across fields to Culphs Lane and the paths towards Williams Green. Follow the lanes north past Uplands Farm to Kersey Tye, then take the dead-end lane and lower return through Bridges Farm. Keep to the signed public paths, which lead back to Kersey and Church Hill.

Expect crossfield paths, farm tracks, short lane sections, slopes, steps and stiles. Field edges and the valley can be muddy after rain. Livestock may be present, so keep dogs under control. The Bell Inn is in the village; check opening times before relying on refreshments. Allow around two and a half hours for the walk and a short look at the village. Route based on the Kersey Upland walk published by Suffolk County Council and Kersey Parish Council, using its lower return option.

Walk details

County
Suffolk
Walk type
Circular
Category
Countryside
Distance
3.9 mi (6.3 km)
Est. time
2h 30m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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