There is a good network of footpaths in this area, allowing you to explore an interesting area with many ditches, wet fields and some damp pasture. At Swanton Court, the mediaeval moat can be seen from public footpaths. Swanton Mill used to be open to the public, but unfortunately has now closed. It can still be viewed from footpaths passing close-by.

The bird life of this area reflects the abundance of water and includes teal and heron. A more unusual visitor seen recently was a white stork, which roosted on a telegraph pole in a local garden.

Access: Cross the Southern Orbital road via the footbridge from Church Road Playing Field. Walk past Sevington Church and Court Lodge Farm, cross the railway and Channel Tunnel Rail Link. For the moat and mill, take the second footpath on the left.