Dilham and Honing Circular Walk
Dilham and Honing Circular Walk
A circular walk taking in the Weavers Way, Honing and Dilham
Author: Griffmonster | Wednesday, 27 April 2022 | No comments |
A circular walk taking in the Weavers Way, Honing and Dilham
Author: Griffmonster | Monday, 7 February 2022 | No comments |
Walk from Cromer through the hills and woodland to Pretty Corner
Author: Griffmonster | Sunday, 12 December 2021 | No comments |
A 17 mile circular walk through the countryside of North Norfolk linking East Runton and Aldborough
Aldborough is the quintessential English village with a pub facing the large village green where the sound of willow on leather can be heard from the afternoon games of cricket that are frequently staged during lazy summer afternoons. You cannot get a more stereotypically English village than Aldborough.
Author: Griffmonster | Saturday, 1 May 2021 | No comments |
Walking the original route to Norfolk's Paston Way
The Paston Way is a long distance trail around north east Norfolk that takes its names from the eminent Paston family who lived in the area during the 15th century, originating from the village of Paston. Although the route of the trail has been altered in more recent years in order to incorporate additional villages and churches in the area, originally it was a sub-20 mile trail with branches to outlying villages and churches. The original route can still be accessed and is a great way to spend a days walking between Norfolk's North Walsham and Cromer.
Author: Griffmonster | Tuesday, 24 December 2019 | No comments |
An easy 8 mile Norfolk coastal walk along beach and clifftops between Sheringham and Cromer
The Norfolk Coast Path was rerouted in 2014 as part of its inclusion to the England Coast Path. It now navigate alogn the cliff tops for most of the distance along what used to be permissive paths that have now become public. This walk uses both coast path and beach to create a delightful walk along this awe-inspiring section of the North Norfolk coast. Do check tide times and make sure the beach walk is undertaken 2 hours either side of low tide.
Author: Griffmonster | Thursday, 19 December 2019 | No comments |
A 7 mile walk between East Runton and Sheringham in Norfolk, searching out a couple of good pubs and following Beeston Beck across Beeston Common.
This picturesque trail follows the foot of Inkleborough Hill to West Runton then navigates down to the northern end of Beeston Back Common where it follows the stream known as Beeston Beck down into Sheringham, past the site of an old watermill, now replaced by terraces of housing. Return is via West Runton with a stop at the Village Inn. At only 7 miles, this is a simple and easy afternoons stroll.
Author: Griffmonster | | 2 comments |
A 6 mile walk along the original route of the Norfolk Coast Path between Cromer and Sheringham
Up 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 original route can still be walked and contrasts with the cliff-top route of the realigned path which is now part of the England Coast Path. With shady lanes and tracks through the woodland, spectacular views from the summit of Beacon Hill and the challenging ascent to the iconic Beeston Bump, this walk is a worthwhile excursion from the coastal route.
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A 6 mile beach walk to witness the damage caused by the 2013 Storm Surge at Cromer and Sheringham
Both 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 also been many cliff falls along this length of coastline with the cliff faces providing a fascinating view sculptured by the weather and tides and offering multi coloured strata.
Author: Griffmonster | Wednesday, 18 December 2019 | No comments |
A 7 mile walk along Norfolk's Paston Way from Cromer to Gunton.
The Paston Way has a few alternative paths that stray from its main route between North Walsham and Cromer, and this walk takes the optional route out to Gunton from where a train can be taken back to Cromer. There are some worthy country pubs along this simple walk so a good old English pub crawl can also be had along with taking in the sights of the impressive churches at Northrepps and Southrepps plus local tales of wartime German conspiracies!
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A 17 mile walk along Norfolk's Weavers Way from Cromer to Aylsham
Historic halls, stately homes and ancient commons and villages are what typifies this northern section of the Weavers Way. This really is a typical old English scene throughout making a most pleasurable all day walk. There are numerous pubs along the route which serve both ale and food.
Author: Griffmonster | | 2 comments |
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 future of both the Freshes and the coast path at this point is uncertain.
Author: Griffmonster | Tuesday, 17 December 2019 | No comments |
A 9 mile walk along Norfolk's Bure Valley Path between Aylsham and Wroxham
The Bure Valley Path follows the former Great Eastern Railway trackbed alongside the Bure Valley Narrow Gauge Railway. There are outstanding views of the river Bure and stops on route at Brampton, Buxton and Coltishall. Being a former trackbed gives a well drained path so the route is suitable for all weathers.
Author: Griffmonster | Tuesday, 10 December 2019 | No comments |
A 7 mile circular walk connecting the Norfolk town of North Walsham with Bacton Woods
The Norfolk countryside holds a lot of hidden gems and this walk discovers a few. The route uses country lanes and footpaths to provide an easy circular ramble. The woods are worth the effort and hold a hidden secret of the location of a gibbet on which, during the late 18th century, William Suffolk's body was hanged in chains for his murderous deeds. The return route passes the iconic Ebridge Mill and then leads onto the Weavers Way for the final section back to North Walsham
Author: Griffmonster | Thursday, 4 April 2019 | No comments |
A 6.5 mile walk following the Poppy Heritage Steam Railway Line between Holt and Sheringham
An easy ramble roughly following the Poppy Line from Holt to Sheringham. The varied landscape that this route navigated is heathland, woodland and coast with the ever present steam railway always in range either audibly or physically. A great way to see the engines in full steam with a return being hauled back on this iconic railway. The best place to watch the engines close up is the level crossing on Kelling Heath where the steam engines require a full head of steam to get their loads up the incline from Weybourne.
Author: Griffmonster | Thursday, 21 March 2019 | No comments |
A 11.5 mile walk following the Bittern Line between Cromer and North Walsham
The Bittern Line provides the rail gateway to North East Norfolk from Norwich. Although there are no officially documented walks that link its stations, this walk seeks to rectify this and links Cromer and North Walsham using country lanes, footpaths and tracks. Stunning countryside, typical Norfolk villages and always something new to discover.
Author: Griffmonster | Thursday, 24 January 2019 | 1 comment |
A 4 mile walk between East Runton and Cromer searching out old folklore
Using 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. Thains Lane has the village's old smithy. The old Windmill sets the scene for the emanation of ghostly lights that crossed over to a copse. With a pub stop at Cromer and return via the redefined course of the Norfolk Coast Path, this makes for an excellent short walk on a spooky Autumn evening.
Author: Griffmonster | Thursday, 10 January 2019 | No comments |
An 11 mile beach walk between along the Norfolk coast from Happisburgh to Winterton
Providing 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 coastline.
Author: Griffmonster | Wednesday, 9 January 2019 | No comments |
An 18 mile circular walk using footpaths and bridleways through the attractive Norfolk countryside between Holt Country Park and the Mannington Estate.
This trail takes in woodland, open countryside, lanes and even a stream which one has to jump across to provide a variety of landscape. The majority of the route is clearly waymarked although the start in Holt country park lacks initial direction as does the section around the Mannington Estate. The only disappointment was the lack of pubs, the Hare and Hounds at Baconsthorpe having last closed its doors in 2010.
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