Peter Caton explores all 162 miles of Suffolk’s unique coastline,
describing the route for fellow walkers, with an engaging narrative that
tells of the beauty, history and wildlife of this mysterious and varied
coast.
The reader is taken up and down Suffolk’s remote creeks
and rivers, past sandy beaches and huge expanses of shingle, through
nature reserves, seaside resorts and tiny villages. We learn of the
county’s abundant wildlife, not just through its famous bird populations
but also of equally interesting and less celebrated creatures, and how
habitats are managed to balance the needs of nature and mankind.
Throughout
his journey, Peter uncovers many mysteries and considers the stories
behind legends of Anne Boleyn, invading Germans, a half-man half-fish
character, UFOs, Crazy Mary and bells tolling beneath the sea. He visits
Suffolk’s only island and takes a boat trip to investigate the secret
world of Orford Ness.
More than 100 colour and black & white
photos illustrate the story of the walk and the beauty and atmosphere of
county’s remarkable coast. With maps at the start of each chapter, this
is a book for those who enjoy a short stroll, a longer ramble or simply
wish to follow the coast from the comfort of an armchair.