The norfolk coast path is a fairly modern walking route, created from a network of existing footpaths and newlycreated ones to link the coastal end of the peddars way which starts at knettishall heath country park in suffolk to hoptononsea. Norfolk coast cycleway public roads creake abbey binham studios cafe t h e p i l g r i m w a y walsingham farm shop wellsnextthesea pubs and cafes on yer bike is located just outside wighton on the binham road 34 mile from copys green q u iet p bl c roads one hour on yer bike circuit 6 miles copys gr en ca rp ent sa m ph. Mileage chart distances between villages along the cycle route the average cycling speed is approximately 10mph. It is 23 miles 37 km north of the county town of norwich and 4 miles 6. National cycle route no 1 and route no 30 form the norfolk coast cycleway, stretching the full length of the beautiful north norfolk coast.
The norfolk coast path, bracing beach walks and local circular walks are enjoyable throughout the year. The route starts on the river frome at wareham and visits some delightful villages with their pretty thatched cottages and quaint pubs and inns. Norfolk trails interactive map norfolk county council. Cycling highlights include the norfolk coast cycleway a single 92 mile route running parallel to the coast and taking you on a tour of norfolks splendid countryside. Map guide to the norfolk coast cycleway the norfolk coast area of outstanding natural beauty aonb is one of 42 aonbs in england and wales, which together with national parks comprise our finest landscapes, rich in wildlife and cultural heritage. Car free in the norfolk coast, exploring the norfolk coast. A map pack detailing the norfok coast cycleway is available from the cycle hire centre, price. The norfolk coast partnership is funded by defra and local authorities to bring local organisations. The norfolk coast cycleway is a 100 mile route from kings lynn to great yarmouth which offers cycle friendly roads and tracks across the whole county. The norfolk coast cycleway route was drawn up during the 1990s to take users away from the unsuitable a149 coast road to provide a more enjoyable experience of. The norfolk coast path is a long distance footpath in norfolk, running 83 miles 3. Mar 23, 2020 the norfolk coast path passes through the town and is also the termination of the weavers way. The 92 miles 148 km norfolk coast cycleway runs parallel to the coast and passes through a mixture of quiet roads and country lanes to link the town with kings lynn to the west and great yarmouth in the east.
Cromer is a coastal town and civil parish on the north coast of the english county of norfolk. Try the 60mile cycleway from kings lynn to cromer, maybe a. Find out about the trail and use the interactive map to explore accommodation, services and attractions on the route. The norfolk coast path stretches from hunstanton in the west to cromer in the east and runs through norfolks heritage coast within the area of outstanding natural beauty aonb. How to get there peddars way and norfolk coast path. The cl is a quiet adults only site, owned and run by ian who has lived in this beautiful part of north norfolk since 2006. Discounted rates are available for businesses wishing to bulk order if you are interested in stocking the maps are very welcome so please contact. Broads southern overview map as pdf these maps are free to use all of the maps on this site are completely free to use but if you enjoy these rides, a small donation to the broads trust can help fund projects to ensure that the broads are kept just the way they should be for the benefit of local communities and visitors alike. The norfolk coast area of outstanding natural beauty. The quiet lanes of north norfolk are ideal for cyclists of all abilities. Peddars way cycle guide peddars way and norfolk coast path. Situated in gresham the site is set in the grounds of the owners home in 4. The network comprises fourteen circular routes, from 10 to 25 miles, with interlinking connections. Including the norfolk coast cycleway, norwich, thetford, lowestoft, beccles and 5 individual day rides by cyclecity with sustrans published by cyclecity guides 20 on.
The leaflets listed below are available to download as pdf files. Peddars way and norfolk coast path national trail breaks. Take a trip around the stunning purbeck hills on this exhilarating ride. To work out approximately how long it will take you to cycle a distance, take. The national cycle network is a ukwide network of signed paths and routes for walking, cycling, wheeling and exploring outdoors. The rides below will take you through some of the countys most attractive scenery including the famous broads and the lovely norfolk coast.
Norfolk coast cycleway follow the coast with regular route markers. A guide to places to stay, accommodation, places to visit, things to do, activities, attractions, shopping, food and drink, whats on and local information on the beautiful north norfolk coast, england. Map guide to the norfolk coast cycleway norfolk coast partnership. Thrigby hall wildlife gardens gardens home to a variety of animals, small zoo animal encounters plus treetop and tunnel walks. Peddars way, the many permissive bridleways on farms and the miles of quiet country lanes offer excellent cycling. The norfolk coast path is not suitable for cycling or horse riding.
Norfolk coast cycleway explorers loops off the norfolk coast cycleway 5. The site is also half a mile from sustrans route 30. Norfolk coast cycleway national cycle route 30 runs along quiet lanes from kings lynn to cromer, it is an easy 1 mile detour to blakeney by bus. This cycleway follows sustrans national cycle network route 1 from kings lynn to wighton and then continues along the. Discover open sections of the england coast path in the south east, from the wash through east anglia and kent and along the south coast to southampton.
Norfolk coast cycleway following sustrans national cycle network route 1 from kings lynn to wighton, then regional route 30 following quieter. Including the norfolk coast cycleway, norwich, thetford, lowestoft, beccles and 5 individual day rides at. The norfolk coast cycleway route was drawn up during the 1990s to take users away from the unsuitable a149 coast road to provide a more enjoyable experience of the wonderful norfolk countryside and coast. Walking the norfolk coast footpath, farm, inland and beach walks are all enjoyable throughout the year, linking with the bus service. It was opened in 1986 and covers the north norfolk coast aonb area of outstanding natural beauty. Peddars way and norfolk coast path trail information. The two trails take you through a wide range of beautiful environments. Holt explorer loop a route of contrast as this route glimpses the madding crowd near the coast and inland to reveal hidden norfolk. North norfolk s quiet lanes network the cromer to great yarmouth section of the. Route, uses simple, easy to follow symbols a copy of the map key is on the pdf download. Supermarkets spar in east runton less than 5 minutes walk away and morrisons in. The norfolk coast cycleway the norfolk coast cycleway was launched at felbrigg in july 1998 and continues to prove a very popular route with high demand for maps and route information. Including the norfolk coast cycleway, norwich, thetford, lowestoft, beccles and 5 individual day rides by cyclecity with sustrans isbn. The local government authority is north norfolk district council, whose headquarters is in holt road in the town.
Top 5 romantic things to do in norfolk wood farm, norfolk. In the past year, a series of shorter, circular routes have been developed along the norfolk coast cycleway, offering a choice of day and halfday trips for those who want to take things easy. National cycle route no1 and the norfolk coast cycleway are close by, and there are many country lanes to explore. For those energetic couples, this is the perfect activity for you. Buy the guide online here purchase your guide direct from the new norfolk coast partnership online shop. The preferred route for cyclists is the norfolk coast cycle way see above. The peddars way and norfolk coast path became joined as a long distance national trail in 1986. Norfolk is very flat which makes it ideal for cycling. Aonb is one of 46 aonbs in the uk, which together with 15 national parks comprise our finest. As the name suggests the cycleway follows a route parallel to. Ingoldisthorpe expect some fine views along pretty lanes with this easy and delightful ride passing through pretty villages and alongside. These trails have been developed by cyclists for cyclists. Norfolk coast partnership norfolk county council sustrans wellsnextthesea town council this route is a partnership between a 10 mile circular route for cyclists and walkers, forming part of the north sea cycle route and the norfolk coast cycleway 1 the north sea cycle route the worlds longest signed international cycle route. Norfolk coast cycleway explorers how norfolk coast partnership.
Enjoy cycling holidays in norfolk from a gentle pedal to a full cycle dash. Wells and walsigham loop discover wallsingham, norfolks world renowned centre for pilgrimage, ride the holy mile. The norfolk coast aonb area of natural beauty is a protected landscape in norfolk and stretches from kings lynn to great yarmouth. The norfolk coast cycleway that continues to sheringham is mainly quiet roads. North norfolk coast cycleway norfolk county council. It is approximately 23 miles 37 km north of the county city of norwich, 116 miles 187 km northnortheast of london and 4 miles 6. These handy cycling explorer guides feature maps and information about what you might see on your journey print the pdf and take it with you weve picked a couple of our favourites, and have included some wellknown drinking and eating spots to stop at along the way. Peddars way and norfolk coast walking holidays from. Broads explorer 23 miles an easy riding loop includes a walking link option. Discover wallsingham, norfolks world renowned centre for pilgrimage, ride the holy. Supermarkets spar in east runton less than 5 minutes walk away and morrisons in cromer, 20. It includes the norfolk coast cycleway, the marriots way and the bure valley railway path. And for the less adventurous but prepared to give it a go, why not hire a bicycle when you get here. The peddars way is an ancient road dating back to the bronze age, then developed into a military route in roman times and later used by pilgrims during the 15 th century.
The route starts on the river frome at wareham and visits some delightful villages with their. Miles of unspoilt coastline, internationally important nature reserves and amazing wildlife are all linked together with fantastic signed cycle routes and a network of quiet country lanes. The old lifeboat shed, just metres from the coast path, has been converted into a museum where visitors can learn about the stations proud heritage, and the meaning of the motto never turn back, now emblazoned above the door of this lovingly restored boat shed. The norfolk coast cycleway takes you along idyllically peaceful back roads and country lanes parallel to the norfolk coast, all the way from kings lynn to cromer 59. Peddars way and norfolk coast path join together at holmenextthesea to form. Norwich a fusion of modern and historic, the city centre is easy to walk and has a river at its heart.
Norfolk coast cycleway public roads cyclists use pedestrian gate to exit park binham pedal through paradise. Around 5 miles there and back to the holt station of the north norfolk railway. Discover open sections of the england coast path in the north west between the welsh and scottish borders. The local government authority is north norfolk district council, whose.
Cyclists will love norfolk coast cycleway, or perhaps spend a day beside the sea at the popular coastal resort of hunstanton, or one of the many other norfolk coastal towns including wellsnextthesea or holkham. How to get there peddars way and norfolk coast path peddars. The path takes you from views of the wash and the lincolnshire coastline at hunstanton, and past many internationally recognised wildlife reserves. Norfolk trails mapped and searchable, bringing together over 1,000 miles of walks,trails,paths and things to see throughout our beautiful county. A cyclocross bike is perfect for the entire route, and a touring bike with the right tyres would cope fine. The north norfolk coast path is a national long distance trail that, as its names suggests, follows the north norfolk coast. Cycling highlights include the norfolk coast cycleway a single 92 mile route running parallel to the coast and taking you on a tour of norfolk s splendid countryside. Or detour along the norfolk coast cycleway to visit two great country pubs.
The peddars way and the norfolk coast path combine to make a very accessible 93 mile walk, taking in the best parts of the norfolk countryside and coastline. Enjoy a trip to the seaside or follow one of the many single track roads through the. This cycleway follows sustrans national cycle network route 1 from kings lynn to wighton and then continues along the sustrans regional route 30 through to cromer, where it follows the quiet lanes network of north east norfolk, before heading down the coast to great yarmouth its perfect for exploring the area that the norfolk coast path passes through as well as the upcoming england. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A comprehensive map guide for the norfolk coast cycleway route provides users with the full route with. Norfolk coast cycleway history during the mid1990s the demand for cycling opportunities, particularly for families and leisure was high, however the coast s popularity with tourists also meant that many roads, towns and honey pot villages were not very suitable for cyclists, particularly during holiday times. Norfolk coast west 250, central 251, and east 252 toughness. It follows the sustrans national cycle network ncn which is from hull to harwich. Nature lovers will also delight in the extensive wildlife on offer in norfolk, particularly the rspb reserves to be found near the. A long distance footpath running from the town to sea palling but also linking to the peddlars way long distance footpath updated jun 2017 get around.
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