The Flower Of Suffolk
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The Flower of Suffolk 2026
The event starts and finishes at Walberswick Village Hall and offers two route choices along the Suffolk coast and inland on heathland footpaths around Minsmere and Dunwich. The 2026 route will be slightly different because of works for Sizewell C.
Distances
- 18 miles
- 26 miles
Entry is open from 4 July 2026 until 27 September 2026. The minimum age for entry is 18 on the event date. Entry fees are shown by category, with LDWA members and non-members charged different amounts. Entry is managed through SiEntries and requires registration.
Facilities included with entry: hot drinks at the start, food and drinks at checkpoints, a meal at the finish, and a certificate for finishers. Vegetarian options and a small amount of vegan food will be provided; participants with specific dietary needs are advised to bring their own food. Dogs are allowed if they have third-party insurance, are on a lead and under control, and are not taken into checkpoint buildings.
Practical notes: car parking is available in a nearby public car park (pay and display, currently £5 per day) and there is no street parking in Walberswick. Participants should carry minimum kit suitable for autumn weather, for example waterproof trousers and jacket, warm layer, suitable footwear, a map or GPX file, route description, and a personal mug. Substitutions are not permitted; refunds less an administration charge are possible up to 21 September 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
