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Orienteering

Whitlingham Country Park (B4) has courses that are suitable for children and adults, and they offer something for everyone, from absolute beginners who just want to have fun, to experienced orienteers. The aim is to visit all points marked on a map, deciding on the best route to complete the course in the quickest time. Go at your own pace, walking or running, and along the way you’ll learn to read maps and navigate. The only equipment you need is a pen or pencil. whitlinghamcountrypark.com

For playing

Salhouse Broad (B3) has short walks and plenty of space close to the broad for picnics and play, including a wooden adventure play area. salhousebroad.org.uk

Beccles Quay (D7) has a playground close to the River Waveney and lots of space for play and relaxation, and Nicholas Everitt Park (F7) is close to the water at Oulton Broad. visitbeccles.co.uk thesuffolkcoast.co.uk/suffolk-coast-towns-andvillages/oulton-broad

For stargazing

Experience the dark skies and bright lights of the Broads. Due to their lack of light pollution, these are all good places for stargazing: How Hill National Nature Reserve near Ludham (C2), Catfield (C2), Horsey Windpump (E2), West Somerton (E2), Thurne Mill (D3), St Benet’s Abbey Moorings (D3), Geldeston Lock (D7), Beccles Marsh Trail (D7), North Cove (E7) and Herringfleet Mill (E6). If you have binoculars, they’ll help you see more. Please take extra care after dark, especially near the water.

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