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King'S Lynn And West Norfolk

Hunstanton

Hunstanton to Thornham loop — Norfolk Coast

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King'S Lynn And West Norfolk

Hunstanton

Hunstanton to Thornham loop — Norfolk Coast

Hard

4.6

(18)

hikers

Hunstanton to Thornham loop — Norfolk Coast

05:16

20.5km

100m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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Norfolk Coast AONB

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Start point

Parking

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3.77 km

Ringstead Downs Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

An important expanse of chalk grassland, Ringstead Downs is a nature reserve and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). It has never been ploughed and boasts diverse wildlife, for example, around 20 butterfly species.

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16.2 km

End of the Peddars Way

Highlight • Viewpoint

This point marks the end of the Peddars Way, an iconic 49-mile (79 km) trail through some spectacular Norfolk countryside. From here, follow signs for The Norfolk Coast Path to complete the national trail.

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18.2 km

Old Hunstanton Beach

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On a clear day you can see all the way across The Wash to Skegness from Old Hunstanton Beach. The long sandy bay welcomes dogs all year round so is …

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19.0 km

Coastguard Lookout and Old Marconi Wireless Station

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Originally built as a Marconi Wireless Station back in 1906, the Coastguard Lookout played an important part in both World Wars, intercepting German radio transmissions and tracing the German fleet. …

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19.2 km

St Edmund's Chapel Ruins

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The chapel, now in ruins, was erected in 1272 in memory of St Edmund who landed at Hunstanton in 855 to be crowned King of East Anglia. He led an …

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20.2 km

Hunstanton Striped Cliffs

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Hunstanton, which is affectionately called ‘Sunny Hunny’, is one of Norfolk's most popular coastal destinations. Well-known for its beach, striped cliffs, vibrant promenade and traditional seaside town vibes, Hunstanton has …

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20.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.92 km

5.95 km

4.79 km

2.16 km

483 m

173 m

Surfaces

8.58 km

4.53 km

3.06 km

2.36 km

1.73 km

225 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 17 May

15°C

6°C

76 %

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Ringstead Downs Nature Reserve

End of the Peddars Way

Old Hunstanton Beach

Coastguard Lookout and Old Marconi Wireless Station

St Edmund's Chapel Ruins

Hunstanton Striped Cliffs

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