What we’re about
We are a walking group based in Norfolk, run by a lovely team of relaxed, friendly, inclusive volunteers aimed at similar like-minded people.
We tend to have at least one walking event every weekend. Each walking event can be very different in terms of terrain, distance, and walking speed. Please check the details of each event to assess whether it is suitable for you.
Occasionally we also put on more leisurely paced walks, shorter mid-week walks and evening walks, as well as a few much faster paced and challenging walks, and the occasional trips away.
New members are always welcome to come on 3 walks to see what we are like before joining. We hope that you like us and what we do, and if you wish to walk with us after your first 3 free walks, then you need to Join the Ramblers.
When joining the Ramblers, in the second section of the form, under the heading "Your group", choose the "Norfolk Area" then the "Hike Norfolk group". To receive communications from us, you need to provide your email address to Ramblers when you join (and update Ramblers if your email changes).
Please bring your Ramblers membership card or a photo of it to all events as we do periodic checks.
We look forward to seeing you.
All the best from the Hike Norfolk Team.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Moderate-11 miles-Sunday 24th August @9.45am Baconsthorpe BimbleBaconsthorpe Castle, Baconsthorpe
Welcome to Hike Norfolk Ramblers.
IMPORTANT: Whether you are new or a regular, please read this entire event description before signing up. If after signing up you can no longer make it, please edit your rsvp to "Not Going" asap.
Are you fit enough & have the right equipment?
Before signing up, please ensure that you (and your dog if applicable) have the necessary fitness and equipment to complete this walking event safely and as scheduled. If you have any questions, please message the event host or comment.- Grade: MODERATE
- Distance: 11 miles
- Walking Pace: 3.2mph for the above distance
- Terrain: Mostly flat with some gentle slopes
- Surface: Mostly country footpaths, with a little road walking
- Required Equipment: Appropriate walking boots and clothing for the event and weather conditions, including plenty of fluids to stay hydrated and snacks/lunch
- Dogs: Always on a short lead and well-behaved welcome
When & Where
Date: Sunday, August 24th
Start Time: Ready to walk at 9:45am for registration & safety talk
Parking ; Baconsthorpe Castle, Castle Road, Baconsthorpe, NR25 6LL. Limited parking so please carshare where possible and park close to the next car when you arrive. £2 to park, you can pay with your phone when you get there or go on to the English Heritage website in advance eh.tap2park.com
(See pin in location map below)
Parking What3Words: password.obstruction.snippetMeeting Point: At above car parking
Meeting Point W3W: As above
End Time: 3 o'clockWalk Description
Please join me for a lovely rural Bank Holiday walk well away from the busy coast and Aylsham Show. We will walk some lovely rural paths and small lanes from Baconsthorpe Castle via Little Barningham to our favourite lunch stop at Itteringham where you will be able to buy coffee and some and some of their wonderful cake. Full of cake we can make our way back by a different route passing Mannington Hall to finish back at BaconsthorpeApproximate Breaks: Please bring your own packed lunch and snacks as required, and plenty of water/drinks to stay hydrated throughout the walk.
- 4 miles elevenses stop for 20 minutes
- 6 miles lunch stop for 40 minutes
Walk specific health and safety: There are one or two few stiles on this route, several with dog gates. I haven't yet done a recce but will add anything necessary when I do
After the walk: You are welcome to join us at The Walpole Arms in Itteringham unless I can think of a nearer pub
Other important and useful general information
- Cost
Hike Norfolk are part of the Ramblers Charity so if you are a Ramblers member this event is free. Please bring your membership card or a photo showing your card and membership number to all events as we do spot checks periodically. New members are welcome to try any 3 Ramblers events before joining. You can join here Join the Ramblers. - Guests
If you are a Ramblers member and would like to bring a guest as a potential new member who is not already on meetup, then please either let the host know in advance the name of your guest, either by direct message or by commenting in the event. Guests can come to 3 events before joining. - Toilets
Some of our walks have access to toilets at the start and sometimes on route. However, in the main, it's a case of using nature's toilet. If you wish to use the facilities, please let the back marker know and they will ensure you don't get left behind and allow you to catch up with the group. - If there is an injury or problem during a walk
Please let one of the walk leaders or back marker know asap. Do not try to deal with it by yourself. - What to do when walking past live stock
Try to be as quiet as possible and do not make loud or sudden movements. Always follow the instructions given by the walk leader. - What if I am struggling on a walk?
It is very important that we stay together as a group so please do not allow gaps to form and stay close to the person in front. If the person in front is slowing up and a gap starts forming then please pass them and catch up. If you are struggling for whatever reason please let the nearest leader near you know or let the back marker know asap so that we can help. Never leave the walk without letting a leader know. - Questions
If you have any questions please either message the event host directly (usually the quickest way to get a response), or comment in the event description (2nd quickest), or send an email to hikenorfolk@gmail.com.
- Moderate - 9 miles. Sat 13 Sep @9.45am Whitlingham Lake and BeyondWhitlingham Park Flint Barn Cafe , Norwich
Welcome to Hike Norfolk Ramblers.
IMPORTANT: Whether you are new or a regular, please read this entire event description before signing up. If after signing up you can no longer make it, please edit your rsvp to "Not Going" asap.
Are you fit enough & have the right equipment?
Before signing up, please ensure that you (and your dog if applicable) have the necessary fitness and equipment to complete this walking event safely and as scheduled. If you have any questions, please message the event host or comment.- Grade: MODERATE
- Distance: 9 miles
Walking Pace: 3 - 3.2mph for the above distance - Terrain: Mixed terrain, some steep steps in the woodland area, may be wet in places depending on weather.
- Surface: Mixed - country footpaths, waterside paths, some road walking and woodland terrain with steep steps
- Required Equipment: Appropriate footwear and clothing for the event and weather conditions, including plenty of fluids to stay hydrated and snacks/lunch
- Dogs: Well behaved dogs welcome and to be on a short lead at all times.
When & Where
Date: Saturday 13th September
Start Time: Meet at 9:45am for prompt 10 am start
Meeting Point: The outside seating area at the Flint Barn cafe at Whitlingham Lake, Whitlingham Country Park, Trowse Newton, NR14 8TR
(See pin in location map below)
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Car Park Charges: £4.50 for 3 hours, £6 all day (I strongly recommend all day parking if you are doing the whole walk) - (there is free on road parking at the top end of Whitlingham lane, with a 10 minute walk to the start point) There are various car parks off Whitlingham lane. Please car share to save costs, and the planet.
End Time: 1.30 pm approxWalk Description
This is a three part walk in which we will go around the lake which is just 3 miles round, we will then go around Whitlingham woods and return to the cafe for a loo stop and a 20 minute drink/food stop at 5-6 miles approx, you can have early lunch if you wish, or leave at this point if you have things to do elsewhere. We then walk the final part of the walk which is quite a bit different and is the lesser known marsh out to the East side which passes beneath the A47 so we may see some funky graffiti as well - who knew! This part takes us up to 9 miles. If you wish to have your lunch en plein air or at the cafe at the end you can do this if you want to.
I walk fairly briskly at minimum 3 miles an hour, and this walk does have some steep hills in the woodland areas so please make sure you are fit enough for the walk.
Other important and useful general information
- Cost
Hike Norfolk are part of the Ramblers Charity so if you are a Ramblers member this event is free. Please bring your membership card or a photo showing your card and membership number to all events as we do spot checks periodically. New members are welcome to try any 3 Ramblers events before joining. You can join here Join the Ramblers. - Guests
If you are a Ramblers member and would like to bring a guest as a potential new member who is not already on meetup, then please either let the host know in advance the name of your guest, either by direct message or by commenting in the event. Guests can come to 3 events before joining. - Toilets
There are toilets at the cafe at Whitlingham Lake, and we will pass by these twice! - If there is an injury or problem during a walk
Please let one of the walk leaders or back marker know asap. Do not try to deal with it by yourself. - What if I am struggling on a walk?
It is very important that we stay together as a group so please do not allow gaps to form and stay close to the person in front. If the person in front is slowing up and a gap starts forming then please pass them and catch up. If you are struggling for whatever reason please let the nearest leader near you know or let the back marker know asap so that we can help. Never leave the walk without letting a leader know. - Questions
If you have any questions please either message the event host directly (usually the quickest way to get a response), or comment in the event description (2nd quickest), or send an email to hikenorfolk@gmail.com.
- Moderate-12 miles-Sun 21/9 @9:45am Walsham Wailway Wander, North WalshamVictory Swim and Fitness Centre, North Walsham
Welcome to Hike Norfolk Ramblers.
IMPORTANT: Whether you are new or a regular, please read this entire event description before signing up. If after signing up you can no longer make it, please edit your rsvp to "Not Going" asap.
Are you fit enough & have the right equipment?
Before signing up, please ensure that you (and your dog if applicable) have the necessary fitness and equipment to complete this walking event safely and as scheduled. If you have any questions, please message the event host or comment.- Grade: MODERATE
- Distance: 12 miles
- Walking Pace: 3.2mph for the above distance
- Terrain: Footpaths, country lanes, coastal path and sandy beach
- Required Equipment: Appropriate walking boots and clothing for the event and weather conditions, including plenty of fluids to stay hydrated and snacks/lunch
- Dogs: Always on a short lead and well-behaved welcome
When & Where
Date: Sunday, 21st September
Start Time: Meet at Victory Leisure Centre at 9.45 in time for the 10.11 train to Cromer
Parking:
Victory Leisure Centre, Station Road, North Walsham, NR28 0DZ
(See pin in location map below)
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Car Park Charges: Free parking courtesy of leisure centre
Meeting Point: At above car parking
Meeting Point W3W: As above
End Time: 3pm (Approximately)Walk Description
Please join me on a wonderful 12 mile walk with a difference. We will meet at Victory Leisure Centre in North Walsham and take the 10.11 train on the Bittern Line from the nearby station to Cromer. The ticket cost is about £4.60, or less if you have an old farts railcard. You can buy a ticket in advance or on the train.
At Cromer we will pick up the coast path to Overstrand for a short stop including loos and a cafe, then the Paston Way to Southrepps to lunch at the fabulous church, which also has a loo. After lunch more of the Paston Way and a series of paths and small roads will take us back to our cars at North Walsham. I will sort out a pub for refreshments afterwards for those who wish to stay.Approximate Breaks: Please bring your own packed lunch and snacks as required, and plenty of water/drinks to stay hydrated throughout the walk.
- 3 miles - 15 minute drink / snack break
- 7 miles - 30 minutes lunch break
Walk specific health and safety: There are no stiles/cattle on this route. If it rains in the days before the walk certain areas may be muddy.
After the walk: Not yet sorted out but I shall find a nearby hostelry
Other important and useful general information
- Cost
Hike Norfolk are part of the Ramblers Charity so if you are a Ramblers member this event is free. Please bring your membership card or a photo showing your card and membership number to all events as we do spot checks periodically. New members are welcome to try any 3 Ramblers events before joining. You can join here Join the Ramblers. - Guests
If you are a Ramblers member and would like to bring a guest as a potential new member who is not already on meetup, then please either let the host know in advance the name of your guest, either by direct message or by commenting in the event. Guests can come to 3 events before joining. - Toilets
There are toilets at the Victory Leisure Centre if you ask them nicely and probably some on the train. More at Overstrand and Sothrepps.
If you need to use natures toilet whilst walking please let the back marker know and they will ensure you don't get left behind and allow you to catch up with the group. - If there is an injury or problem during a walk
Please let one of the walk leaders or back marker know asap. Do not try to deal with it by yourself. - What to do when walking past live stock
Try to be as quiet as possible and do not make loud or sudden movements. Always follow the instructions given by the walk leader. - What if I am struggling on a walk?
It is very important that we stay together as a group so please do not allow gaps to form and stay close to the person in front. If the person in front is slowing up and a gap starts forming then please pass them and catch up. If you are struggling for whatever reason please let the nearest leader near you know or let the back marker know asap so that we can help. Never leave the walk without letting a leader know. - Questions
If you have any questions please either message the event host directly (usually the quickest way to get a response), or comment in the event description (2nd quickest), or send an email to hikenorfolk@gmail.com.
