From an ancient burial ground to a coastal area, the National Trust has revealed the best places to go for a walk this winter. 

1. Flatford

East Anglian Daily Times: Flatford was one of John Constable's favourite places to paintFlatford was one of John Constable's favourite places to paint (Image: National Trust - Justin Minns)

In the heart of the beautiful Dedham Vale along the Suffolk-Essex border is Flatford.

This charming hamlet was the inspiration for some of John Constable's most famous pictures.

To follow in Constable’s footsteps, visit Flatford, East Bergholt and Dedham and it can feel as if you are walking through one of his paintings.

Dogs are welcome, but they must be kept on a short lead at all times as there is livestock grazing.

2. Ickworth Estate

East Anglian Daily Times: The Ickworth rotunda is worth a glimpse at any time of the yearThe Ickworth rotunda is worth a glimpse at any time of the year (Image: National Trust - Arnhel de Serra)

Ickworth House is an Italianate Palace in the heart of Suffolk with over 1800 acres of beautiful parkland, woodland, and Italianate Gardens.

The circular Monument Walk makes a great winter walk and weaves through the historic estate. 

Explore a mixture of open parkland and woodland glades, and take in the church and obelisk monument. 

The river walk has a firm footing and is suitable for those using wheelchairs and mobility aids, as well as for buggies and young children.

Dogs are welcome on short leads.

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3. Sutton Hoo

East Anglian Daily Times: The burial grounds make for a frosty winter's walkThe burial grounds make for a frosty winter's walk (Image: National Trust - Joe Cornish)

Set in the Suffolk countryside with a Royal Burial Ground at its heart, Sutton Hoo is the perfect spot for a scenic winter stroll.

There are miles of walking trails to discover across the estate, including the Ferry Cliff walk, which explores woodlands, fields and rivers on a three-mile trail route.

Climb the viewing tower to enjoy the views across the world-famous burial ground, or follow the Design and Sculpture Trail.

Dogs are welcome on short leads.

4. Dunwich Heath and Beach

East Anglian Daily Times: Dunwich Heath and Beach has panoramic views of the countryside and coastDunwich Heath and Beach has panoramic views of the countryside and coast (Image: National Trust - Daniel Payne)

Enjoy a bracing winter walk along Dunwich Beach, surrounded by the scenery of the crashing waves and imposing clifftop.

Explore the heath on a cool, crisp day and spot winter migrating birds such as hen harriers, merlins, bramblings, redwings and fieldfares.

The site’s waymarked pink and orange routes take in steady two and three-mile routes that traverse heathland and clifftop paths.

Dogs are welcome off lead under close control across the site during winter and on a short lead in the tearoom.