Suffolk - Ickworth House Loop - Bury St Edmunds
Schedule
Sun Sep 22 2024 at 02:00 pm to 04:00 pm
Location
Ickworth Park, IP29 5SA | Bury St Edmunds, EN
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WALK: Suffolk - Gentle walk around the Ickworth Park Estate
EVENT DESCRIPTION
Walk leader
This walk is led by Leah Hunt
Walk summary
Starting and ending at the main gates we will take a gentle walk around the Ickworth Park estate. The route will take around 2hours and is just under 5k/3miles.
This event is for plus size people of all genders to create a safe and inclusive space. We do not set a size restriction on this, but if you are smaller than a size 18/2XL we would ask you to consider if there might be other groups that you could attend.
Route description
The walk is on clear maintained paths varying between hard packed dirt, gravel and concrete. The route is flat apart from a small section near the church with a gentle slope. Overall the elevation change is only 20m for the full route. There are glimpses of the house as we walk around with fields of sheep and beautiful trees. As we approach the main house there is an opportunity to admire the neoclassical buildings set in stunning surroundings. There is also an opportunity to use the toilets in the main carpark if needed.
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More info
Meet at the main gates for Ickworth Park. what3word location ///abruptly.notebook.spruced (https://w3w.co/abruptly.notebook.spruced).
There is on street parking available on Meadow Drive what3word location ///honest.dynasties.think (https://w3w.co/honest.dynasties.think). You will need to then walk to the meeting point by the gate (approx 250m). Please note you will need to cross a busy A road. There is a 15X bus from Bury St Edmunds bus station to the stop ' Horringer The Street adj Meadow Drive' if you would like to use public transport. Please check the timetable for specifics.
If you have National Trust membership you are very welcome to drive into the estate and park in the main car park and then walk back to the starting point (approx 1km). Once we reach the car park on our walk you may if you wish end your walk there whilst the rest of the group continues back to the start point.
There are toilets towards the end of the walk (approx 3.5km in) in the National Trust Car Park.
You are welcome to bring dogs but they must stay on a lead at all times due to livestock in the park. This is stipulated by the National Trust.
We will be going at a gentle pace that will work for everyone, and nobody will be left behind. The walk will be led with this in mind and numbers will be capped.
You should bring all clothing and kit that you need for the weather - including a waterproof jacket and warm layers incase the weather is unpredictable. Please wear suitable shoes for a walk, I would recommend walking shoes or sturdy trainers but please be aware the path may be muddy if it has recently rained.
Please bring any food or snacks you would like and plenty of water. There is a small cafe near the end of the walk where you can buy a hot drink or ice cream if you wish.
Our walks are all volunteer run. If your plans change and you are no longer able to attend the walk, please email [email protected] to cancel your space so we can let the volunteer know and open up your space to others.
About Every Body Outdoors
Every Body Outdoors are fighting for clothing, gear, and representation for larger/plus-size bodies in the outdoors movement in the UK, so Every Body can feel safe and welcome on the hills, trails, lakes, and more. We are working with brands and retailers to improve the availability and fit of plus size outdoors clothing and kit, whilst also providing online and in-person opportunities for our community to gain skills and confidence and meet other plus size outdoors lovers.
We have a code of conduct that we expect all event attendees to adhere to, and you will be asked to agree to this when you register.
The small print
Walking is an outdoor activity that comes with risks. You are responsible for your safety at all times when on an Every Body Outdoors walk.</https:>
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Where is it happening?
Ickworth Park, IP29 5SA, Ickworth Park Primary School, Meadow Drive, Bury St Edmunds, IP29 5, United Kingdom,Bury St. EdmundsEvent Location & Nearby Stays: