Explore the Norfolk Broads and Coast with this collection of 15 carefully chosen short walks covering tidal creeks and saltmarshes, pristine sandy beaches, the watery flatlands of the Broads and historic market towns. Ranging from 4 to 10km and all under three hours, these routes feature no challenging terrain or complicated navigation, making them ideal for families, casual walkers and visitors keen to make the most of their time in this distinctive corner of England.

• Each of the 15 short walks features clear, easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps tied to numbered route descriptions, making navigation straightforward and confidence-boosting, perfect for beginners and those new to walking
• Practical information is included for every route, with details on parking, facilities and refreshment stops, helping you plan stress-free days out
• Walks showcase some of Norfolk's most memorable highlights, including Horsey Mere for seal spotting, Cley next the Sea, Blakeney and Blakeney Downs, Wells-next-the-Sea and Holkham, and the windmill-dotted waterways of the Norfolk Broads
• Routes explore pristine sandy beaches sheltered by pine plantations, mudflats filled with wading birds, salt marshes purple with sea lavender, flint-built fishing villages and the medieval streets of Norwich and Great Yarmouth
• Key centres including Cromer, Sheringham, Wells-next-the-Sea, Blakeney and Norwich provide easy access to the walks, with travel and accommodation information included to help you plan your visit

Part of Cicerone's trusted Short Walks series, this Norfolk guidebook has everything you need for a relaxed and rewarding day on foot. From a quick coastal outing to a full weekend of exploring, it is the perfect introduction to one of England's most distinctive and wildlife-rich corners.

15 Short Walks in Norfolk - Broads and Coast - Quick Facts

Walks: 15 short walks 
Distance range: 4 to 10km 
Duration: All under three hours 
Difficulty: Easy to moderate; flat terrain throughout with no challenging hills or complicated navigation; some paths through farmland may be muddy after rain 
Key centres: Cromer, Sheringham, Wells-next-the-Sea, Blakeney, Cley-next-the-Sea, Norwich, Great Yarmouth 
Walk highlights: Horsey Mere and Horsey Gap, Happisburgh to Ostend, Cromer and Overstrand, Cley next the Sea, Blakeney and Blakeney Downs, Wells-next-the-Sea and Holkham, Burnham Deepdale to Burnham Overy Staithe, Sandringham, Historic Norwich, Great Yarmouth, Womack Water and Horse Fen 
Notable features: Tidal creeks and mudflats, salt marshes, sandy beaches, pine plantations, Norfolk Broads waterways and windmills, medieval churches and flint-built villages, Sandringham Estate 
Mapping: Ordnance Survey maps included for each walk, with numbered points tied to route descriptions 
Digital navigation: GPX files available to download 
Practical information: Parking, facilities and refreshment stops are listed for every walk 
Best season: Year-round; quieter and less crowded outside summer

Author Highlight

“With few serious hills to contend with, walking in Norfolk is on the whole undemanding. That is not to say it is uninteresting, as it is surprisingly variable, especially along the county’s coastline, which changes character considerably as you travel either east or west from Cromer and Sheringham, the resorts that lie at its central point.”

- Laurence Mitchell, author of 15 Short Walks in Norfolk

Using this guide  

Introduction 

Walking in Norfolk 

Things to see 

Travel 

Where to stay 

The walks 

Walk 1 Horsey Mere and Horsey Gap 

Walk 2 Happisburgh to Ostend  

Walk 3 Cromer and Overstrand 

Walk 4 Sheringham and West Runton 

Walk 5 Cley next the Sea 

Walk 6 Blakeney and Blakeney Downs 

Walk 7 Wells-next-the Sea and Holkham 

Walk 8 Burnham Deepdale to Burnham Overy Staithe 

Walk 9 Thornham and Holme-next-the-Sea 

Walk 10 Sandringham 

Walk 11 Historic Norwich 

Walk 12 Whitlingham Country Park 

Walk 13 Great Yarmouth 

Walk 14 Womack Water and Horse Fen 

Walk 15 Upton Dyke 

Useful information 

Seasons

These walks can be enjoyed all year round. While summer is busy, the Norfolk coast and Broads are much quieter in winter, although some routes may be muddy underfoot on occasion.

Centres

Cromer, Sheringham, Wells-next-the-Sea, Blakeney, Cley-next-the-Sea, Norwich and Great Yarmouth

Difficulty

Norfolk has few hills to worry about so the walks here should be manageable for most abilities. There are occasional stiles and gates to contend with but otherwise the walking is easy. Some footpaths through farmland may be overgrown in late summer or muddy after rain.

Must See

Pristine sandy beaches sheltered by pine plantations; tidal creeks and mudflats filled with wading birds; huge expanses of saltmarsh purple with sea lavender; flint-built former fishing villages; the watery flatlands of the Norfolk Broads peppered with windmills; an abundance of medieval churches; strolls through historic streets lined with medieval buildings.

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