What to expect from the walks in Norfolk Coast and Broads Short Walks Made Easy:
1.
King’s Lynn: Explore the historic dockside area and both sides of the
River Great Ouse, including a ride on the King’s Lynn Ferry.
2.
Old Hunstanton: Experience coastal dunes, a stretch of the River Hun,
and Old Hunstanton beach, with opportunities to visit an RNLI station
and beach café.
3. Wells-next-the-Sea: Pass along
wildlife-rich salt marshes, England’s largest national nature reserve,
and end at Holkham Hall after enjoying coastal vistas.
4.
Blakeney: Encounter a boat-lined harbour, National Trust Friary Hills,
and the open expanse of Fresh Marshes, all within a two-mile walk.
5.
Sheringham to West Runton: A linear clifftop walk from Sheringham to
West Runton’s Blue Flag beach, with stunning views from Beeston Bump and
a return train ride option.
6. Buxton: Begin with a
gentle stroll along the Bure Valley Railway, switch onto the River Bure,
visit Oxnead Hall and St Michael & All Angels Church, and amble
back across fields.
7. Toad Hole: Depart from Ludham
to visit Toad Hole Cottage, enjoy beautiful gardens, and embark on an
electric boat trip from How Hill staithe along the River Ant.
8.
Potter Heigham: Start with a visit to a stunning medieval church before
rambling along the southern shore of Hickling Broad and returning
through fields and woods.
9. Winterton-on-Sea:
Beginning on the beach, venture through Winterton village and fields to
discover the remains of a haunted church, before returning to the beach.
10.
Burgh Castle: Explore the Roman fortress ruins overlooking Breydon
Water, walk along a long boardwalk with abundant birdlife, and discover a
hidden Saxon church.
OS Short Walks Made Easy:
• 10 easy-going walks suitable for the whole family – no walking experience needed!
• All routes between 2 to 4 miles in distance and can be completed all year round
•
Know what to expect before you go: Information on locations of
cafes/pubs and toilets, terrain, hilliness and accessibility for
pushchairs and wheelchairs
• Large-scale simplified mapping for navigation and route-finding, featuring intuitive pictorial symbols
• Numbered points and route photographs which tie maps to route descriptions and walk profiles
• Enhance your adventure with stories behind each walk and nature notes
• Get active outside and enjoy the physical and mental health benefits
List of Walk Locations
King's Lynn - 2.8 miles
Old Hunstanton - 3.4 miles
Wells-next-the-Sea - 3.9 miles
Blakeney - 2.3 miles
Sheringham to West Runton - 2.7 miles
Buxton - 2.8 miles
Toad Hole - 3.75 miles
Potter Heigham - 4.1 miles
Winterton-on-Sea - 3.4 miles
Burgh Castle - 2.5 miles