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The Norfolk Coast Path

The 84-mile-long Norfolk Coast Path is one of the best ways to experience what Norfolk has to offer. You will wander along miles of beautiful beaches, through chocolate box villages and admire amazing wildlife. The walk does require some planning, as it will take you a few days to complete, but the rewards for doing so far outweigh the stress of planning.

Barton Broad Boardwalk

This truly accessible walk in the heart of the Norfolk Broads was created through a collaboration between The Norfolk Wildlife Trust and The Broads Authority. The boardwalk takes you through the mysterious Heron’s Carr, a haven for rare wildlife, before opening onto the beautiful Barton Broad. It’s a peaceful wander, with an entrance down a quiet road. The main source of noise comes from the birds and insects which call the woodland home.

The Wensum Walk

This short but sweet walk around Norwich shows off some of the city’s best features, including some medieval ruins, the beautiful River Wensum and the towering cathedral. It’s a perfect walk for kids, with plenty of areas of interest for them to explore and flat ground throughout, ideal for parents with buggies. The walk is a great way to get to know Norwich and could be worked into a longer trip out to the city if you so desired.

Blakeney Point Walk

Blakeney is a wildlife haven, home to a whole raft of rare birds and the ever-popular seal colony who call the shingle beach home. Our walk will take you out along the iconic shingle spit, which protects the important tidal wetlands behind it. The area is host to several rare plants as well as animals. Once you’ve finished your walk you could head into the village itself for a well-earned portion of fish and chips.

Blickling Estate Walk

Blickling Hall is a stunning 16th century stately home, surrounded by amazing grounds, including the beautiful bluebell woods this walk meanders through. Although only carpeted in flowers in spring, this walk is lovely at all times of the year. The sounds of birds and the rustle of the wind through the trees is wonderful in winter or summer. There’s plenty of ancient woodlands to see, as well as an ornamental lake to eat your picnic next to.

Wells Beach Walk

You can’t compile a list of must-visit places in Norfolk without including Wells-next-the-Sea. It’s a combination of beautiful beaches, unusual shops and delicious fish and chips that make Wells the perfect seaside town. You can go crabbing, take a wander or paddle in the sea, or you could even do all three. Don’t forget to keep an eye on the tides whilst you’re there, they’re quite dramatic and so can leave you stranded if you’re not careful!

Sandringham Sculpture Walk

Situated right on the Queen’s front door, this lovely little walk is perfect for kids who love to play. There are statues throughout, as well as dens where they can let their imaginations run wild. If a distraction for the little ones wasn’t enough, there is also excellent car parking facilities, a lovely little café and a hardpacked path suitable for families with buggies – just don’t forget to practice your curtseys before you go!

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