Reserve Closure
Some of our facilities will be closed on 18 September for an all staff meeting. The reserve trails will be accessible to visitors. Please check locally for more details. All facilities will reopen as normal on Thursday 19th September.
Location at Cattawade Marshes
Getting here
Park at Manningtree railway station, on the A137 between Ipswich and Colchester.
Or park at the picnic site on B1070 c.100m from A137 Brantham Roundabout and walk along A137 towards Manningtree.
Follow the signposted public right of way along the south shore of the tidal river Stour.
The 92 bus service from Ipswich stops at the Cattawade roundabout.
Walk south from here along the A137 for 0.25 mile (400m) and over the White Bridge.
Cross the road and head west along the public footpath to the south of the River Stour.
The closest station is Manningtree.
A really enjoyable circular walk is available from Manningtree railway station. Allow 2-3 hours to fully enjoy the experience.
National cycle route 1.