Norwich Cathedral – Elm Hill loop from Bawdeswell

Norwich Cathedral – Elm Hill loop from Bawdeswell

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Norwich Cathedral – Elm Hill loop from Bawdeswell

02:13

50.5km

260m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 14.2 km for 225 m

After 14.6 km for 163 m

After 25.3 km for 57 m

After 26.9 km for 100 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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352 m

Bawdeswell Church

Highlight • Other

21.9 km

Wensum River crossing at Gunton Recreation Area

Highlight • River

Dismount and go into the Gunton recreation area for a break by the river. You can cross easily by foot if you have a towel.

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22.2 km

Train Wood

Forest

24.2 km

Norwich Castle

Highlight • Castle

Norwich Castle looks very special from the outside. A cube-shaped fortress from the time of the Normans. Today it is a museum that deals with history, but also exhibits works …

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24.6 km

Norwich Cathedral

Highlight • Historical Site

Norwich Cathedral is a stunning church dating back to 1096. Built from cream-coloured limestone, the cathedral took over 50 years to complete. You can visit the second largest cloisters in …

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24.8 km

Elm Hill

Highlight • Historical Site

Elm Hill is hailed as the most famous street in Norwich. The quirky cobbled street is lined with Tudor buildings filled with antique shops, galleries, cafes, and delis. One of …

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25.3 km

St. Andrews Brew House

Highlight • Pub

St Andrews Brewhouse is part of the Brewhouse chain of pubs - i'd highly recommend stopping here for a pint of the Grocer's Ghost IPA!

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26.9 km

Clapham Wood

Forest

33.1 km

Drayton Lane Cycle Path

Highlight • Cycleway

Taking the Drayton Lane cycle path that runs parallel to New Drayton Lane gives you an alternative to navigating the 3-lane roundabout at the Broadland Northway junction.

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