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Norfolk Coast Path Walks
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Thursday, 24 February 2022

Norfolk Coast Path - Heacham to Brancaster

Heacham to BrancasterA walk of beach, prom, dunes and marsh. A thoroughly varied landscape all toldFrom the cliffs of Hunstanton to the marshes of Thornham, this walk gives a variety of scenery. The Norfolk Coast Path is an excellent way to explore this part of the British Coast and what better...

Sunday, 6 February 2022

Blakeney to Binham Circular Walk

Blakeney to Binham Circular WalkA great full days walk that takes in the ruins of Binham PrioryAn excellent wander across the Norfolk countryside which takes in the magnificent ruins of Binham priory and the awesome landscape where the route navigates through the valley of the Stiffkey river to...

Hunstanton to Wells Night Walk

Hunstanton to Wells Night WalkA challenge walk along the Norfolk Coast between Hunstanton and WellsAn evening and night walk along the Norfolk Coast between Hunstanton and Wells. This coastline changes with the time of day and although many walk this during the daytime, the evening and night provides...

Tuesday, 24 December 2019

Norfolk Coast Path - Wells-next-the-Sea to Burnham Overy Staithe

A 7 mile walk following the North Norfolk Coast Path between Wells-next-the-Sea and Burnham Overy StaitheThis amble includes some magnificent beach walking along the sands in front of the Holkham National Nature Reserve. Acres upon acres of golden sand when the tide is out with big skies and thousands...

Thursday, 19 December 2019

Old Coast Path Route - Cromer to Sheringham

A 6 mile walk along the original route of the Norfolk Coast Path between Cromer and SheringhamUp until December 2014 the official route of the Norfolk Coast Path from its start at Cromer Pier through to Sheringham navigated inland along the hills of the Cromer Ridge, the highest ground in Norfolk. This...

Cromer to Mundesley Beach Walk

A beach walk along the Norfolk Coast between Mundesley and Cromer including a clifftop stroll from Cromer to Overstrand.This section of the Norfolk Coast can only be walked when the tide allows as high tide reaches the foot of the cliffs and is impassable at Overstrand. There is frequent erosion all...

The Aftermath of the 2013 Storm Surge - Cromer and Sheringham

A 6 mile beach walk to witness the damage caused by the 2013 Storm Surge at Cromer and SheringhamBoth Cromer and Sheringham bore the brunt of the storm surge on the night of December 5th 2013. Although repair work is well under way there are still the signs of what damage the sea can cause. There have...

Wednesday, 18 December 2019

The Aftermath of the 2013 Storm Surge - Blakeney, Cley and Salthouse

A 4 mile beach walk to witness the damage caused by the 2013 Storm Surge along the shingle bank between Cley and SalthouseThe December 2013 Storm Surge caused widespread flooding of the marshes and sea defences along the North Norfolk Coast, resulting in the closure of the Coast path between Blakeney...

Norfolk Coast Path between Blakeney and Cley - Latest Developments

The future of the 2.5 mile walk along the sea defences between Blakeney and Cley The December 2013 Storm Surge caused major damage to the sea defences along the Norfolk Coast Path that encompasses the Blakeney Freshes. Work is currently being carried out to repair the breaches, however the long term...

Inland Walk between Cley and Blakeney

A 6 mile walk taking in the Wiveton Downs as an alternative to the coastal route between Cley and BlakeneyAn alternative route to the Norfolk Coast Path between Cley and Blakeney taking in the high ground across Wiveton Downs. Spectacular views of the coastline can be had from this area and the route...

Norfolk Coast Path - Burnham Overy Staithe to Brancaster

A 6 mile walk following the North Norfolk Coast Path between Burnham Overy Staithe to BrancasterWide open areas of marshland provide an enticing setting for this easy walk. Sailing boats, marsh, a tidal pool and the site of a Roman fort provide plenty of interest, together with three pubs, what more...

Tuesday, 17 December 2019

A Walk to Brancaster Beach

A 3 mile walk out to Brancaster Beach returning across the marsh to TitchwellAlthough not included in the official Norfolk Coast Path route, this simple walk is a well worth excursion to witness the expanse of sand and dune as well as a petrified forest and an old wreck. Always be mindful of tide conditions...

Saturday, 26 January 2019

Norfolk Coast Path - Cley to Wells-next-the-Sea

A 10 mile walk following the Norfolk Coast Path between Cley and Wells-next-the-SeaAn easy walk along the Norfolk Coast Path navigating out across the marshes to Blakeney then along the marsh perimeter to Wells. Blakeney is a worthy stopping point to explore Mariners Hill and the Guildhall and take...

Thursday, 24 January 2019

Folklore Trail around East Runton

A 4 mile walk between East Runton and Cromer searching out old folkloreUsing country lanes and tracks, this circular trail navigates around a East Runton to visit the various locations in Runtons history and folklore. Woodhill House is the location of an unidentified skeleton found during road widening....

Friday, 11 January 2019

Seals, sea and sand at Horsey Gap

A 15 mile circular walk along the Norfolk Coast between Happisburgh and Horsey Gap to witness the SealsThis section of Norfolk's east coast is dependant upon time and tide so one needs to plan it well. At low tide there are vast sandy stretches all the way through to Horsey with such delights as witnessing...

A visit to the rather curious Happisburgh

A simple 3 mile circular walk along the Norfolk Coast between Happisburgh and EcclesHappisburgh is curious - it is slowly being taken by the sea, its houses slowly falling victim to the tides. The pub gardens boast a signal box to a railway line that never got built. A lighthouse stands guard to the...

Thursday, 10 January 2019

Happisburgh to Winterton Beach Walk

An 11 mile beach walk between along the Norfolk coast from Happisburgh to WintertonProviding the tide is right, this is a fantastic beach walk with miles of golden sand and, if you are lucky, the sight of seals basking in the sunshine. Probably one of the best beach walks on this coastli...

Holkham to Wells Circular Walk

A 9 mile circular walk along the North Norfolk Coast between Holkham and Wells-next-the-seaAn alternative to the North Norfolk Coast Path, which follows the landward side of the large belt of pine trees known as Holkham Pines, is to walk along the glorious sandy Holkham beach. This was such a well worth...

Saturday, 29 December 2018

Mundesley to Happisburgh Circular Walk

A 13 mile walk between the Norfolk coastal villages of Mundesley and HappisburghThis walk comprises of a circular route taking in both the beach and the cliff-top paths between the two Norfolk coastal villages of Mundesley and Happisburgh. The centre of this walk is at Walcott where the cliffs recede...

Sunday, 16 December 2018

Alternative Coast Path Route from Sheringham to Cley

A 10 mile alternative route for the North Norfolk Coast Path between Sheringham and CleyThis walk takes diversions from the official route of the North Norfolk Coast Path via the North Norfolk Railway and the Weybourne Priory Ruins. A further alternative is then used to navigate away from the strenuous...

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