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Fritton to Dickleburgh via Pulham St Mary
Visorando Member
27.96 mi
+240 ft
-236 ft
5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Morningthorpe and Fritton (Norfolk)
Very quiet lanes with cafe en route. Lovely countryside with rose fields and a number of interesting churches.
Shelton & Fritton Common from Tyrrels Wood
6.83 mi
+72 ft
-69 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Pulham Market (Norfolk)
This Norfolf walk visits a number of villages with pretty cottages and interesting churches lying to the south-west of Norwich. The route uses quiet country lanes, field paths and ends with a section of the Boudicca Way long distance footpath.
Angles Way - Earsham to Beccles
11.92 mi
+171 ft
-180 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Earsham (Norfolk)
A walk along the Angles Way between Earsham and Beccles heading up the hills that overlook Outney Common. This is a really rewarding start to an easy ramble that continues across the Waveney Valley to Mettingham before continuing down the Waveney Valley. Although Geldeston is on the opposite side of the river to The Angles Way the excursion across the Shipmeadow marshes is well worth the effort to visit the unique Geldeston Locks Inn.
The Wherrymans Way - Rockland to Loddon
15.19 mi
+69 ft
-75 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Thurton (Norfolk)
A walk along Norfolks Wherrymans Way. The only way one can see the sights of the River Yare is to either sail the river or walk the Wherrymans Way. Even in a boat, one cannot get as good a view as the path along the heightened defence banks. This is stereotypical Norfolk in all its glory and although it is a lengthy section of walking, it is well worth the effort.
Norwich to Wymondham - In Search of Kett's Oak
11.73 mi
+246 ft
-223 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Norwich (Norfolk)
A walk linking Norwich and Wymondham. Kett's Oak is a tree that folklore states was the meeting place for what was to become Kett's Rebellion in the year of 1549. The ageing tree still stands forlorn by the roadside, passed by 1000's of motorists each day, no doubt most of whom are oblivious to this piece of roadside history. This walk seeks to pay homage to Robert Kett by returning to his tree, and researching into the whys and wherefores of the infamous rebellion which followed.
Boudicca Way - Norwich to Shotesham
11.97 mi
+331 ft
-387 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Norwich (Norfolk)
A walk roughly following Norfolk's Boudicca Way. This walk uses the Boudicca Way to navigate from Norwich to Shotesham, with an excursion away from the official route to the ruins of the Roman town Venta Icenorum. Shotesham forms the furthermost reaches of the Boudicca Way on this route, from where country lanes cuts across the country to the A140 where there is a frequent bus service back into Norwich.
Tas Valley Way - Cringleford to Tasburgh
11.56 mi
+246 ft
-233 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Norwich (Norfolk)
A walk along Norfolk's Tas Valley Way. Probably one of the least known long-distance paths in Norfolk, the Tas Valley Way links Norwich and Attleborough following the River Tas. This first section navigates through to Mulbarton, then onto Flordon before going off route to Tasburgh where there is a pub and public transport back to Norwich.
Wherrymans Way - Norwich to Thurton
12.52 mi
+318 ft
-266 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Norwich (Norfolk)
A walk along Norfolk's Wherryman's Way. This is a delightful riverside walk following the River Yare out of Norwich and through to Rockland St Mary. Public transport can link the start and end by navigating down quiet country lanes to Thurton. Whitlingham Country Park provides an easy route to start and there's refreshment stops at Woods End and the Ferry Inn at Surlingham.
Norwich Riverside
3.54 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Norwich (Norfolk)
A simple walk alongside the River Wensum through Norwich.
This picturesque walk through the centre of Norwich links the Marriott's Way at Barn Road roundabout on the inner ring road with The Wherryman's Way and Boudicca Way at Norwich Railway Station. There is a lot of history to the bridges over the River Wensom and associated folklore which is detailed in the features to this walk.
Langley with Hardly
7.57 mi
+79 ft
-82 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Langley with Hardley (Norfolk)
Quiet country lanes and bridleways taking in part of the 'Wherryman's Way'. Route passes Langley Abbey and Hardly Wind Pump and visitors centre.
Geldeston Locks from Beccles
7.26 mi
+39 ft
-43 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Beccles (Suffolk)
A circular walk along the Angles Way from Beccles to Geldeston Locks. This walk passes the location of the historic Barsham Hall, source of the ghostly legend of Old Blunderhazard who is said to ride in his coach drawn by four fire breathing headless horses to Norwich and back each Christmas Eve.
Suffolks Mystery Brampton Standing Stone
13.14 mi
+213 ft
-266 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Halesworth (Suffolk)
A walk between Halesworth and Beccles along the East Suffolk Line Path.
This waymarked route links the railway stations at Halesworth, Brampton and Beccles. Taking the train between these towns will provide an interesting glimpse of what is in store along the walk, including the rather curious Belle Grove Farm looking as if it is out of some fantasy movie and the mysterious Brampton Standing Stone just south of Brampton Station.
East Suffolk Line - The Yox Blyth
9.53 mi
+194 ft
-187 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Halesworth (Suffolk)
A walk along the East Suffolk Line Trail between Halesworth and Darsham. Great views are to be had along the Blyth valley before footpaths head over to the Yox valley. The village of Bramfield is at the half way point where is an old pub for refreshments as well as a distinctive church with a detached tower and a fine example of a Crinkle Crankle Wall, not to mention the legendary Bramfield Oak.
Down the Blyth Valley in Pursuit of Black Shuck
18.03 mi
+243 ft
-236 ft
8h 30
Difficult
Departure from Halesworth (Suffolk)
A walk down the Blyth Valley in Suffolk from Halesworth to Blythburgh, then across the heaths and commons to Leiston. It was the legendary hell hound that supposedly came this way in 1577 and terrified parishioners of Blythbrugh church after doing a similar job at Bungay.
Eye to Hoxne
10.02 mi
+102 ft
-102 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Eye (Suffolk)
A walk around the Suffolk villages of Eye and Hoxne.
Hoxne is said to be where St Edmund was Martyred by the Viking invaders in the 9th century. The village is full of reminders of the gruesome event including the cross which marks the place of the oak tree his assailants tied him to, beat him, fired arrows at and eventually beheaded and the bridge he reputedly hid trying to escape his captors.
The River Bure & Upton from Acle
4.96 mi
+49 ft
-33 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Acle (Norfolk)
A half day walk exploring the Norfolk Broads. The route stars in Acle and then follows the River Bure north past Clippesby Drainage Mill to the village of Upton. The return route crosses fields back to the start and offers a chance to visit the lovely round-towered church at Fishley.
Weston Longville to Lyng and Sparham
10.15 mi
+194 ft
-197 ft
4h 50
Easy
Departure from Weston Longville (Norfolk)
A lovely walk along rural footpaths and lanes, starting at the village of Weston Longville, taking in the village of Lyng and Sparham Pools Nature Reserve before returning to Weston Longville.
Wroxham to Norwich via Spixworth
10.04 mi
+105 ft
-112 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Hoveton (Norfolk)
A linear walk between Wroxham and Norwich. Walk linking the Bittern Railway Line stations of Wroxham and Norwich. The route cuts across to Spixworth using tracks and country lanes from where there is pedestrian access through to the centre of Norwich. Spixworth has an interesting history of folklore which is discussed in the features of this walk.
Horstead to Heggatt
2.94 mi
+49 ft
-52 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Horstead with Stanninghall (Norfolk)
A stroll along the southern side of the River Bure to the ancient hamlet of Heggatt.
This short walk takes one through country lanes and along old tracks and footpaths on the southern side of the River Bure. Highlights include the ruins of Horstead Mill and views across the valley to Coltishall and Belaugh. Plus a walk would not be complete without a little piece of folklore, and this one is all about a prophesy centered around a tree on Heggatt Common.
Bure River from Coltishall to Brampton
14.84 mi
+135 ft
-131 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Coltishall (Norfolk)
An easy and captivating walk along Norfolks River Bure.
Not only does this walk provide some classic Norfolk scenery and historic features but it also traces the route said to be taken by the phantom carriage of Sir Thomas Boleyn in his annual act of penance for betraying his daughter Anne when she was sentenced to be executed. The walk is then made into a circular route by returning via the Bure Valley Path alongside the narrow gauge Bure Valley railway.
Muck Fleet & River Bure from near Oby
8.62 mi
+33 ft
-36 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ashby with Oby (Norfolk)
A longer walk in the Norfolk Broads that includes a number of water features as well as some rural landscapes. The route is generally easy to follow and provides an insight into the many unique features of this watery landscape.
River Ant & How Hill from Ludham
6.69 mi
+49 ft
-46 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Ludham (Norfolk)
A walk that includes the unique character of the Norfolk Broads. The route does include some road walking but provides the opportunity to see one of the finest windmills in the area.
Ludham to Catfield
11.13 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
5h 10
Easy
Departure from Ludham (Norfolk)
River banks and quiet lanes taking in St. Benets Abbey on the way.
A Norfolk Broads from Neatishead to Horning
6.07 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Neatishead (Norfolk)
An easy walk following the River Ant down to the Bure at Horning.
The Norfolk Broads are full of ghostly stories and this walk brings a few to life. From the spooky lights of Hoards Hole, encounters with Black Shuck and the curious transformation of Horning's riverside houses to Saxon days when it was just a grassy bank, there is plenty to reflect upon as one wanders the footpaths and quiet country lanes that make up this route. And maybe, who may tell, given the right conditions, you may even glimpse a spectral view from another dimension.
More walks in Hempnall
Discover also walks in surrounding cities:
- Alburgh
- All Saints and St Nicholas, South Elmham
- Alpington
- Ashby St. Mary
- Ashwellthorpe and Fundenhall
- Aslacton
- Bawburgh
- Bedingham
- Bergh Apton
- Bracon Ash
- Bramerton
- Brockdish
- Brome and Oakley
- Brooke
- Broome
- Brundall
- Bungay
- Bunwell
- Burston and Shimpling
- Caistor St Edmund and Bixley
- Carleton St. Peter
- Chedgrave
- Chediston
- Claxton
- Colney
- Cringleford
- Denton
- Dickleburgh and Rushall
- Diss
- Ditchingham
- Earsham
- East Carleton
- Flixton
- Flordon
- Forncett
- Framingham Earl
- Framingham Pigot
- Fressingfield
- Gissing
- Great Melton
- Great Moulton
- Hedenham
- Hellington
- Hethersett
- Holverston
- Howe
- Keswick and Intwood
- Ketteringham
- Kirby Bedon
- Kirstead
- Linstead Magna
- Linstead Parva
- Little Melton
- Long Stratton
- Marlingford and Colton
- Mendham
- Metfield
- Morningthorpe and Fritton
- Mulbarton
- Mundham
- Needham
- Newton Flotman
- Norwich
- Poringland
- Postwick with Witton
- Pulham Market
- Pulham St. Mary
- Redenhall with Harleston
- Rockland St. Mary
- Rumburgh
- Saxlingham Nethergate
- Scole
- Seething
- Shelton and Hardwick
- Shotesham
- Sisland
- South Norfolk
- St Cross, South Elmham
- St James, South Elmham
- St John, Ilketshall
- St Margaret, Ilketshall
- St Margaret, South Elmham
- St Michael, South Elmham
- St Peter, South Elmham
- St. Mary, South Elmham Otherwise Homersfield
- Starston
- Stoke Holy Cross
- Strumpshaw
- Stuston
- Surlingham
- Swainsthorpe
- Swardeston
- Syleham
- Tacolneston
- Tasburgh
- Tharston and Hapton
- Thorpe St Andrew
- Thurton
- Thwaite
- Tibenham
- Tivetshall
- Topcroft
- Trowse with Newton
- Wacton
- Weybread
- Wingfield
- Wissett
- Woodton
- Wortwell
- Wramplingham
- Wreningham
- Wymondham
- Yelverton