Cycling & walking
Norfolk is perfect for cycling and walking. With its combination of winding country roads, quiet lanes, forests and bridlepaths there is always a view to surprise you. Even if you haven't ridden a bike for years, or you don't possess a pair of walking boots, the gentle contours of the landscape are never too challenging and you are never far away from a welcoming local pub or tea-shop so you can re-charge your batteries.
Whether you prefer the refreshing sea breezes or leafy countryside you will find a cycling or walking route to suit you.
There are plenty of places to hire a bike once you get here or you can bring your own bicycle - even on the train.
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National Cycle Network
The National Cycle Network is a linked series of paths which are designed to make cycling fun, safe and simple. One third of the Network is completely free from motor traffic, using disused railway paths, forest tracks, country parks and bridleways, and the rest uses quiet minor roads and traffic-calmed streets in towns and cities.
These paths are a great place for children and new cyclists to practice their cycling skills and many are just the right length for a day ride.
The network is being developed right across the UK but already offers routes through Norfolk. You can click here to find out more. |
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A gentle stroll
The 26 Norfolk Parish Walks are circular routes of around 4 to 6 miles which take in country lanes, bridleways and footpaths.
They are perfect for inexperienced walkers and a great way to experience the Norfolk countryside close up.
You can choose the type of countryside which appeals to you, whether that is marshland, fens, rivers or heath and select a village as a starting point.
You can find out more about circular routes from the Norfolk County Council Countryside Access project.
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Cycling Discovery Maps
The East of England Tourist Board has produced an excellent range of Cycling Discovery Maps to help you explore Norfolk by bike.
Each map covers a route of between 13 and 30 miles and tells you about places of interest, pubs and tea-rooms on the way where you can take a well deserved rest.
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Long distance walks
Throughout Norfolk there are trails and routes which will challenge, delight and inspire you. Ranging in length from 18 to 78 miles you can choose a route which suits your energy level and experience and takes you through the kind of countryside you like.
Boudica's Way is a 40 mile footpath linking Norwich and Diss in the South of Norfolk. The recently opened, long distance path is named after the legendary queen of the Iceni tribe and incorporates a strong historic theme.
The Nar Valley Way is a 34 miles long walk, running from the historic port of King's Lynn to the Museum of Rural life at Gressenhall, near East Dereham and is contained almost entirely within the watershed of the River Nar. The route follows Public Rights of Way, tracks and minor roads, and also links with other long distance routes, the Wash Coast Path at King's Lynn, and the Peddars' Way at Castle Acre
Other long distance paths to explore in Norfolk include the Angles' Way from Knettishall Heath to Great Yarmouth, the Fen Rivers Way, from King's Lynn to Ely and the Weavers Way, from Cromer to Great Yarmouth. | |
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Useful Links
On your bike
This site has more useful information on places to hire bikes and cycling routes in Norfolk.
Cycle Norfolk
Quiet Lanes
The North Norfolk Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is spearheading the Quiet Lanes project in North Norfolk.
AONB
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