5 of the best cycle routes to explore in north Norfolk

Here are five of the best cycle routes in the northern part of the county that you could try out this summer.

1. Blickling Estate 

A multi-use trail circles the Blickling Estate (Image: Antony Kelly)

The Blickling Estate's multi-use trail is suitable for both walkers and cyclists.

It launched in 2017 with the support of Sport England and is accessible to people of all athletic abilities as well as wheelchair users.

It spans four miles and passes landmarks such as an 18th century tower, an ancient woodland and a pyramid mausoleum.

Bicycles are available to hire on-site from £7 for adults and £5 for children for two hours.

2. Lords of the Manor Cycling Discovery Route

This route spans 29 miles and begins in Aylsham before taking riders north through a selection of lovely villages and market towns.

It gets its name from the number of stately homes it passes - these include Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall and Mannington Hall.

It also passes the remains of Baconsthorpe Castle.

3. The Bure Valley Path

The Bure Valley walking and cycle path follows the route of the railway (Image: Denise Bradley)

The Bure Valley Path is a nine-mile cycling and walking trail between Aylsham and Wroxham in the heart of the Broads.

It follows the historic Bure Valley Railway which stops at Brampton, Buxton and Coltishall to put down or pick up passengers on request.

Bikes can also be boarded, subject to space.

The Hoveton and Wroxham train station is also connected to the Bittern Line trainline between Norwich and Sheringham.

People along the trail can soak up the sights of the restored Buxton Mill and historic Hautbois Hall. 

4. North Norfolk Coast Cycleway

The Norfolk Coast Cycleway is a 59-mile path that stretches from King's Lynn to Great Yarmouth.

Much of the route passes through the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty so those who use it can expect stunning views and a diverse range of wildlife.

To enjoy the best of north Norfolk, Norfolk County Council suggests joining at Cromer and following along the Quiet Lanes network of northeast Norfolk.

5. Weavers' Way

Weavers' Way mostly follows a disused railway and offers two cycle routes.

The four and a half-mile section from Stalham to Bengate starts at the end of Stalham’s High Street and crosses the North Walsham and Dilham Canal.

Alternatively, the six-mile stretch from North Walsham to Aylsham starts in North Walsham at the Station Road Car Park and ends in Aylsham at the junction of Blickling Road.