Hare Farm Walk
- 45 mins
- easy
- 2 miles
About
This walk explores the green lane system and passes the outlying Hare and Maltings Farms, returning to the Barn via quiet public roads. There are no gates or stiles on this walk.
The walk starts at Blackthorpe Barn where you can find plenty of free parking as well as Roots Café and the Garden Room shop. Please remember that the gates to the avenue entrance are locked after the Cafe and Shop close. More details here.
For more general information about this and other walks, see Walks around Rougham Estate. We hope you have a lovely walk.
Use the Google Map below on your phone to follow the path shown or print the route out, if you prefer, using the Download PDF button near the top of the page.
If you can’t access the map through the image above, use this google map link
Go on the Hare Farm Walk with George and Bolly in this video, where George Agnew narrates the walk covering interesting information along the way:
Weather
Friday
12°C
Today
9.6°C
Tomorrow
8.4°C
Waypoints
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Step 1
Set off from Blackthorpe Barn carpark turning left up the avenue, walking for about 300 metres.
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Step 2
Then take the footpath branching off to the left. When you reach the end use caution as you emerge onto a busy public road.
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Step 3
Turn left here by a poop bin and then turn right immediately and walk up Mouse Lane. Use the right-hand pavement. Follow this until you approach the first mid-century house ahead of you.
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Step 4
At this point the footpath leads off at an angle to the right and follows along behind some further houses. Continue on this path as it narrows and becomes a green lane. Follow this until you meet a junction in the green lanes.
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Step 5
Turn right here and walk along this beautiful lane, flanked by veteran trees and ancient hedges which meet over the top.
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Step 6
At the end of this green lane you emerge on the public road called Elderstubb Lane. This is normally quiet but do take care. Turn right and follow this road as it passes through a tunnel of hedges. Keep any dogs on short leads.
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Step 7
At the far end of this tunnel, you emerge into more open country with Hare Farmhouse on your right which is a charming little thatched Estate cottage. Continue down the road until you come to a T junction.
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Step 8
Turn right here and follow this tree- and hedge-lined road for half a mile, until you reach a junction.
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Step 9
On your left front you will see the entrance to the Blackthorpe Barn avenue. Cross into the avenue with care.
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Step 10
Continue down the avenue to the Blackthorpe Barn and the Roots Café where refreshments await.
Important information
We have endeavoured to provide a real variety of walks based on land within the Rougham Estate, however some destinations are a little remote and to achieve circular walks rather than walks which just retrace their steps, where necessary, use has been made of the extensive footpath network and chosen public footpaths on our neighbours’ land, to complete the journeys in more interesting ways.
The Rougham Estate walks, starting from Blackthorpe Barn, are largely based on existing Estate paths and public rights of way. They mostly pass through woodland and along field-side paths.
Each walk is given a difficulty rating ranging from “easy”, which are the most accessible, to “hard”, which are the most challenging and may include stiles, kissing gates, steps, steep slopes and meadows with cattle.
All these walks follow existing paths and are subject to mud and puddles in wet weather, fallen branches and trees during and after storms, ice and snow during frozen weather. Brambles and nettles are common anywhere and will overhang the paths during the summer. Stinging insects including wasps, bees and hornets may be encountered and midges and mosquitos are common on summer evenings. Adders are rare but do exist and should not be approached.
The Blackthorpe Barn has a defibrillator available for emergency use.
Rougham is located in a very flat part of Suffolk and as such is more accessible than most other parts of the country, but concepts of accessibility are all relative and the final judgement must be the responsibility the visitor themselves.
The Rougham Estate does its best to make public areas as available as possible.
The Estate cannot accept responsibility for accidents or injuries incurred during visits or walks on the Estate, though every effort is made to make them as usable as possible.
Here at Rougham we love dogs and really appreciate the importance that they hold for people in their lives and on their walks and outdoor adventures together.
We ask that you keep your canine friends on a lead when you are walking in Rougham. It is safer for the dog and much safer for wildlife.
Ground nesting birds and other wildlife are seriously threatened by dogs running loose. They can also frighten other people who are less comfortable with dogs, but who would also like to walk.
Finally, you will not be able to see where they poop and so will not be able to clear it up and leave a hazard for future walkers.
Some of the walks shown here include sections on public rights of way over land owned by other people. As a courtesy to them too, please always keep your dogs on the lead.
Thank you!
Please ensure that you carry poop bags with you on your doggy walks. If you don’t have any with you, you can buy some in the Garden Room shop. It is so important that you clear up after your dog and then take the bag away with you.
You will find poop bins located near Blackthorpe Barn and Roots Café. Finding abandoned poop bags hanging in the branches of trees or just left on the ground is very unattractive for future walkers on the route so please do take them with you.
Thank you so much.
We have given each walk a difficulty level, as a guide to the potential walker as to what to expect, from “easy” to “hard”.
The Rougham Estate walks are largely based on existing Estate paths and public rights of way, at times passing through woodland and along field-side paths.
A difficulty rating of “easy” means the path is most accessible.
A difficulty rating of “hard” means the path is one of the most challenging possibly including stiles, kissing gates, steps, steep slopes and meadows with cattle.
A difficulty rating of “medium” is between the two.
None of the walks are very hard as we live in Suffolk, not the Lake District, however some people are looking for something very gentle and others, something a bit more challenging.
These walks lead through the Suffolk countryside and so expect to find muddy patches, nettles and thistles. It is important to remember that the weather may change during your walk too, especially if the walk is a long one.
Remember to wear sensible boots and take something waterproof along as well.
A sun hat for warmer weather is important too.
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More Waypoint Pictures from Point 6
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Start your walk with a coffee, end with a cake.
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The selection committee for Arts&Crafts 2025 will be meeting in the next few weeks – do you want to come and join us?
We are looking for art and craft of the highest standard, especially contemporary design. You must make all your work yourself and be available to be at your stall all weekend.
The event is held at Blackthorpe Barn on Rougham Estate, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, on 5 consecutive weekends from 15th November to 14th December.
We love to welcome new makers as well as seeing old friends again. From textiles and ceramics to glasswork, leather, metalwork, art, sculpture, woodwork and more, why not fill in an application form to be considered for a stall.
Do share this post with anyone who might be interested! The link to the application form is in our profile, from roughamestate.com/welcome or send us a message and we’ll send you the link. 😃
We’re looking forward to hearing from you!
#suffolkcraftsociety #craftcouncil #craftsmanship #artisanmakers #britishcraft #handmade #lovehandmade #craftscouncil #artsandcraftsmovement #artisanmade #craftfair #suffolkmakers #eastanglia #eastanglianartists
The selection committee for Arts&Crafts 2025 will be meeting in the next few weeks – do you want to come and join us?
We are looking for art and craft of the highest standard, especially contemporary design. You must make all your work yourself and be available to be at your stall all weekend.
The event is held at Blackthorpe Barn on Rougham Estate, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, on 5 consecutive weekends from 15th November to 14th December.
We love to welcome new makers as well as seeing old friends again. From textiles and ceramics to glasswork, leather, metalwork, art, sculpture, woodwork and more, why not fill in an application form to be considered for a stall.
Do share this post with anyone who might be interested! The link to the application form is in our profile, from roughamestate.com/welcome or send us a message and we’ll send you the link. 😃
We’re looking forward to hearing from you!
#suffolkcraftsociety #craftcouncil #craftsmanship #artisanmakers #britishcraft #handmade #lovehandmade #craftscouncil #artsandcraftsmovement #artisanmade #craftfair #suffolkmakers #eastanglia #eastanglianartists
Last week, we hosted a growers meeting for Ryvita in our new Meadow Room.
Farmers attended from all over East Anglia who grow rye, the main raw ingredient for Ryvita Crispbreads.
The Rougham Estate farm has a longstanding relationship with Ryvita having grown Rye on contract for them for over 35 years – and hopefully many more to come.
And did you know, this year we aim to produce enough Rye to produce a whopping 85.5 million Crispbreads for the supermarket shelves!
#farming #RoughamEstate #farminglife #ryvita #foodsupply #rawingredients #event #meadowroom
Last week, we hosted a growers meeting for Ryvita in our new Meadow Room.
Farmers attended from all over East Anglia who grow rye, the main raw ingredient for Ryvita Crispbreads.
The Rougham Estate farm has a longstanding relationship with Ryvita having grown Rye on contract for them for over 35 years – and hopefully many more to come.
And did you know, this year we aim to produce enough Rye to produce a whopping 85.5 million Crispbreads for the supermarket shelves!
#farming #RoughamEstate #farminglife #ryvita #foodsupply #rawingredients #event #meadowroom
Craft Workshops are back!
Tune in to your creative side here at Rougham Estate with our fantastic range of spring workshops at Rougham Estate.
Running throughout March, April, and May, these hands-on sessions are the perfect opportunity to learn a new skill and create something truly unique.
We have willow weaving, stained glass making to fused glass workshops and steam-bending wood, so there’s something for everyone.
Whether you`re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, these workshops offer a fantastic way to explore your creativity in the calming surroundings of Rougham Estate.
More info can be found in the link in our bio.
#artsandcrafts #creativity #makeyourown #crafts #crafting #diy #willow #weaving #willowweavingworkshop #willowweaving #glassart #woodsteambending #woodsteaming #roughamestate
Craft Workshops are back!
Tune in to your creative side here at Rougham Estate with our fantastic range of spring workshops at Rougham Estate.
Running throughout March, April, and May, these hands-on sessions are the perfect opportunity to learn a new skill and create something truly unique.
We have willow weaving, stained glass making to fused glass workshops and steam-bending wood, so there’s something for everyone.
Whether you`re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, these workshops offer a fantastic way to explore your creativity in the calming surroundings of Rougham Estate.
More info can be found in the link in our bio.
#artsandcrafts #creativity #makeyourown #crafts #crafting #diy #willow #weaving #willowweavingworkshop #willowweaving #glassart #woodsteambending #woodsteaming #roughamestate
We have two exciting opportunities for Harvest Operators to join our Estate team!
These are temporary positions available from June to October, offering competitive pay and benefits.
The role includes grain carting, loading grain lorries, grain store management, secondary cultivations and rolling, general farm work and wider Estate jobs.
Over 18’s only.
If you`re interested in applying or would like more information, you’ll find more information on the link in the bio.
#JobOpportunity #HarvestOperators #JoinOurTeam #vacancy #Role #hiring #newposition #RoughamEstate #roughamestatefarms
We have two exciting opportunities for Harvest Operators to join our Estate team!
These are temporary positions available from June to October, offering competitive pay and benefits.
The role includes grain carting, loading grain lorries, grain store management, secondary cultivations and rolling, general farm work and wider Estate jobs.
Over 18’s only.
If you`re interested in applying or would like more information, you’ll find more information on the link in the bio.
#JobOpportunity #HarvestOperators #JoinOurTeam #vacancy #Role #hiring #newposition #RoughamEstate #roughamestatefarms
This week`s special not to be missed is…
Charred pears on toasted sourdough with rocket, blue cheese, walnut granola and our very own Rougham Estate honey!
Did you know eating local honey is supposed to ward off hay-fever??
If that’s not a fantastic reason to try this dish then we don’t know what is!
#RoughamEstate #SpecialOffer #RootsCafé #RootsCafe #GoodFood #localfood #EatLocal #pear #peardish
This week`s special not to be missed is…
Charred pears on toasted sourdough with rocket, blue cheese, walnut granola and our very own Rougham Estate honey!
Did you know eating local honey is supposed to ward off hay-fever??
If that’s not a fantastic reason to try this dish then we don’t know what is!
#RoughamEstate #SpecialOffer #RootsCafé #RootsCafe #GoodFood #localfood #EatLocal #pear #peardish
Don’t miss out on the fabulous creations our team at Roots Cafe make – that will make your taste buds dance! Keep an eye out on our specials board for local and seasonal dishes! #roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #rootscafe #burystedmunds #suffolk #goodliving #goodfood #seasonalfood #localproduce
Don’t miss out on the fabulous creations our team at Roots Cafe make – that will make your taste buds dance! Keep an eye out on our specials board for local and seasonal dishes! #roughamestate #blackthorpebarn #rootscafe #burystedmunds #suffolk #goodliving #goodfood #seasonalfood #localproduce
Don’t miss out on our Valentine’s Day offers…
Enjoy two glasses of Prosecco for just £10, and take advantage of our buy one, get one half price on cakes and tray bakes.
These offers run until Sunday at 4pm.
Treat yourself and your loved one at Roots Café!
#RootsCafé #RoughamEstate #ValentinesGift #Valentines #SpecialPerson #ShowYourLove #SpecialOffer
Don’t miss out on our Valentine’s Day offers…
Enjoy two glasses of Prosecco for just £10, and take advantage of our buy one, get one half price on cakes and tray bakes.
These offers run until Sunday at 4pm.
Treat yourself and your loved one at Roots Café!
#RootsCafé #RoughamEstate #ValentinesGift #Valentines #SpecialPerson #ShowYourLove #SpecialOffer
In farming news…
We have been busy planting 100 new oak trees on a newly acquired block of land.
With the picturesque landscape of fields, hedgerows, woodland, and mature oaks surrounding us, we are dedicated to enhancing this natural space and creating important wildlife corridors across the Estate.
This planting is particularly significant as it represents the first step in restoring a lost green lane to its former state. Next year, we hope to fill the spaces between the young oaks with a native hedge. This addition will provide a crucial winter food source, nesting habitat, and a passage for local wildlife.
We believe that these efforts will not only improve the beauty of Rougham Estate but also contribute positively to the local ecosystem. Thank you for supporting us in this important work of restoration and preservation.
And enjoy taking in the sights on your walks around the Estate grounds!
#RoughamEstate #WoodlandConnections #ecosystem #treeplanting #trees #wildlife #WildlifeConservation
In farming news…
We have been busy planting 100 new oak trees on a newly acquired block of land.
With the picturesque landscape of fields, hedgerows, woodland, and mature oaks surrounding us, we are dedicated to enhancing this natural space and creating important wildlife corridors across the Estate.
This planting is particularly significant as it represents the first step in restoring a lost green lane to its former state. Next year, we hope to fill the spaces between the young oaks with a native hedge. This addition will provide a crucial winter food source, nesting habitat, and a passage for local wildlife.
We believe that these efforts will not only improve the beauty of Rougham Estate but also contribute positively to the local ecosystem. Thank you for supporting us in this important work of restoration and preservation.
And enjoy taking in the sights on your walks around the Estate grounds!
#RoughamEstate #WoodlandConnections #ecosystem #treeplanting #trees #wildlife #WildlifeConservation
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