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Norfolk Nordic Walking

Walk Description:

The origins of St Benet’s Abbey are shrouded in uncertainty and coloured by myth. Nothing in this tidal, marshy landscape lasts forever.

What we know for certain is that by the 12th century, with Norfolk at the peak of its wealth and influence, St Benet’s Abbey was a powerful player. In Tudor times, when Henry VIII shut down monasteries across England, St Benet’s was the only one not officially closed. Yet swiftly, most of its buildings vanished, including its centrepiece church.

Come on this wonderful walk and see the ruins of the ancient Benedictine Abbey founded 1019. The Medieval Gatehouse with 18th century mill built over it is one of the most iconic images of the Broads.

What a way to kickstart Saturday. 5 miles. 

The perfect start to Saturday!

- LET`S DISCOVER HIDDEN NORFOLK - 

e.g BURE LIGHT RAILWAY / BRUNDALL SCENIC / COASTAL PATH / NORTH BURLINGHAM / HORSEY / SALLE / EXPLORING THE PASTON WAY / RINGLAND VALLEY / POPPY LINE EXPLORER / FELBRIGG / HOW HILL LUDHAM / TAS VALLEY TRAIL / GRESSENHALL / HOLKHAM - WELLS / CREAKE ABBEY / BOWTHORPE MARSHES / BOUDICCA WAY / HERITAGE HISTORY WALKS ...and more!!!

These SATURDAY SPECIAL walks will be in varied locations (Watch This Space!) and approx 4-6 miles long.  We love to explore new routes…

***LIKE A LONGER WALK + LUNCH???? WATCH OUT FOR OUR "SUPER-SPECIAL EVENTS" WHERE WE ARE OUT FOR 7 - 12 MILES***

£9.50 BUT INCLUDED IN UNLIMITED WALKS P/W + UNLIMITED ZOOMS £28 PER MONTH PACKAGE

We try to aim to upload walks TWO weeks prior to the event on the website.

On average we clock up approx 5 miles at steady Gear 2 pace. 

PLEASE COME EQUIPPED WITH PAWS!!!! A MUST!

Please dress appropriately for the weather, and don’t forget water, waterproofs (if necessary), suncream, bug spray AND ASTHMA INHALER AND CHECK YOUR EMAILS ON THE MORNING OF THE WALK FOR ANY UPDATES

£9.50 BUT INCLUDED IN UNLIMITED WALKS P/W + UNLIMITED ZOOMS £28 PER MONTH PACKAGE

We will set off promptly.

Please try to arrive 10mins early so you are ready to go.  

Cancelling a walk:

If you are unable to attend a walk, PLEASE cancel by 6pm the day before as there will undoubtedly be people eager to take your place.  24 hours notice will help everyone.

This walk is being led by Rebecca Wheatley, Norfolk Nordic Walking Owner & Instructor or one of the NNW Walk Leaders:

REBECCA WHEATLEY 07832 108200

RACHEL JENNINGS 07920 520539

Location Notes:

Fairhaven Gardens, School Rd, South Walsham, Norwich NR13 6DZ