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Peddars Way: Fring Cross to Holme Next the Sea

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From Fring Cross the Peddars Way rises to Dovehill Wood, changes to the other side of the hedge, then turns left and right and past some cottages to Littleport, at the junction with the B1454.

Turn right for a few yards along this road and then left at the distinctive Sedgeford Magazine House. Two miles (3.2km) further on along the B1454 is Burntstalk, a huge workhouse built in 1836 and intended to house some 500 paupers.

The route continues past Magazine Farm and crosses the line of the former railway from Heacham to Wells-next-the-Sea.
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Location
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Additional information
  Terrain  - Wide grassy track and road
  Landscape  - Hilly farmland, villages, beach, sea
  Dog friendliness  - On lead when near livestock or on roads
  Parking  - On the street in Fring
  Toilets en route  - On left-hand-side just before the end of the walk
Walks in Norfolk
About the walk
The Peddars Way begins at Knettishall Heath, passes through the fascinating Brecks of Norfolk, and continues through the remote and lonely northwest of the county. This final section of the long distance footpath continues its remorseless north-northwesterly charge, passing by Heacham, the centre...
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About the area
The North Norfolk Coast is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and probably the finest of its kind in Europe. Here you’ll find a string of quaint villages and small towns – Holkham, Wells-next-the-Sea and Cley next the Sea are 21st-century favourites, while Sheringham and Cromer are classic examples of a good old-fashioned seaside resort where grand Victorian hotels look out to sea.
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Route details
3hrs 45min
Difficulty:
Easy

Gradient:
Gentle


Distance:
6 miles (9.7kms)

Ascent:
200ft (61m)

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Peddars Way: Fring Cross to Holme Next the Sea

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Walk details
3hrs 45min
Difficulty:
Easy
Gradient:
Gentle
Distance:
6 miles (9.7kms)
Ascent:
200ft (61m)
Walk directions

From Fring Cross the Peddars Way rises to Dovehill Wood, changes to the other side of the hedge, then turns left and right and past some cottages to Littleport, at the junction with the B1454.

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Turn right for a few yards along this road and then left at the distinctive Sedgeford Magazine House. Two miles (3.2km) further on along the B1454 is Burntstalk, a huge workhouse built in 1836 and intended to house some 500 paupers.

The route continues past Magazine Farm and crosses the line of the former railway from Heacham to Wells-next-the-Sea.
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After 600yds (549m), turn left and right to descend by degrees towards the village of Ringstead. Just to the west, the Icknield Way ends its long journey at Ringstead Downs. Courtyard Farm, to the east, is owned by the former president of the Ramblers’ Association, Lord Melchett. He encourages walkers on the estate, which has a bunkhouse, and has devoted much of it to conservation purposes. There is both a pub and a shop in Ringstead village.
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The main route continues left then right through the village before turning right and left towards Holme next the Sea. The sea is now visible in the distance and there is a sense of excitement that one has walked from the southern border to the north coast of one of Britain’s biggest counties.
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Just after Ringstead Mill, the Peddars Way turns left and right along the boundary of a field. It descends between hedges across the A149 and finally arrives at its destination, the pleasant little village of Holme next the Sea.

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Continue walking along Seagate, past the car park and towards the sea. Walkers who began their journey at the start of the Peddars Way long distance path will have travelled some 46 miles (74km) to its northern end.
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Location
Starting point
Nearest postcode:
Additional information
  Terrain - Wide grassy track and road
  Landscape - Hilly farmland, villages, beach, sea
  Dog friendliness - On lead when near livestock or on roads
  Parking - On the street in Fring
  Toilets en route - On left-hand-side just before the end of the walk
Walks in Norfolk
About the walk
The Peddars Way begins at Knettishall Heath, passes through the fascinating Brecks of Norfolk, and continues through the remote and lonely northwest of the county. This final section of the long distance footpath continues its remorseless north-northwesterly charge, passing by Heacham, the centre...
Read more
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About the area
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Norfolk
The North Norfolk Coast is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and probably the finest of its kind in Europe. Here you’ll find a string of quaint villages and small towns – Holkham, Wells-next-the-Sea and Cley next the Sea are 21st-century favourites, while Sheringham and Cromer are classic examples of a good old-fashioned seaside resort where grand Victorian hotels look out to sea.
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Inn
The King William IV Country Inn & Restaurant
★★★★
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"Discover quality at this country inn on the Norfolk coast...."
  • Rooms 9
  • Wifi
  • Open parking
Holiday Park
Bircham Windmill
★★★★
award
"Pleasant campsite beside one of few remaining Norfolk windmills...."
Self-Catering
Holly House
★★★★
awardaward
"Well behaved dogs are more than welcome...."
Nearby places to stay
The King William IV Country Inn & Restaurant
Tucked away in the village of Sedgeford, close to Norfolk's beautiful coastline, The King William IV Country Inn & Restaurant is one of the Coaching Inn Group's latest additions to thei...
★★★★    Rating
Bircham Windmill
Set in the heart of Norfolk, Bircham Windmill is a delightful family-run visitor attraction. Visitors can climb the Windmill Museum, bake their own bread in the original bakery and enjo...
★★★★    Rating
Holly House
Unwind in style, you are in for a treat when you stay at Holly House. This beautifully presented property has been meticulously put together by the owners, to ensure that families or fr...
★★★★    Rating
Holly House
Unwind in style, you are in for a treat when you stay at Holly House. This beautifully presented property has been meticulously put together by the owners, to ensure that families or fr...
★★★★    Rating
The Gin Trap Inn
The Gin Trap dates back to 1668 and retains many original features. Among the public areas are a bar and a range of eating areas that include outside dining and terraces. The individual...
★★★★    Rating
Heacham Manor Hotel
Heacham Manor Hotel is a beautifully restored, 16th-century, Grade II listed house. It is approached via a winding driveway through landscaped grounds to the front of the hotel. Public ...
★★★    Rating
The Old Station Heacham
The Old Station was once part of the King's Lynn to Hunstanton Railway Line (click to see a short video) and although the last train left Heacham Station on 3 May 1969 this quaint Engli...
★★★★    Rating
The Old Station Waiting Rooms
Located in the heart of Norfolk’s Sunset Coast, The Old Station Waiting Rooms offer everything you need for an independent self-catering holiday. The fully converted Waiting Rooms retai...
★★★★    Rating
View all (8)
Places to eat nearby View all
The Gin Trap Inn
   AA Rosette Award
Heacham Manor Hotel
   AA Rosette Award
The Coach & Horses
   AA Rosette Award
Old Marine Inn
Places to eat nearby
The Gin Trap Inn
   AA Rosette Award
Heacham Manor Hotel
   AA Rosette Award
The Coach & Horses
   AA Rosette Award
Old Marine Inn
Caley Hall Hotel
   AA Rosette Award
The Lifeboat Inn
   AA Rosette Award
The Ancient Mariner Inn
Titchwell Manor Hotel
View all
Stay in the area  
Eat or drink nearby