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The Broads The routesHickling l Sutton

5.5 milesA short ride along quiet country lanes, this ride is suitable for the whole family and includes visits to the Norfolk Wildlife Trust nature reserve at Hickling Broad, home to many rare species of Broadland wildlife, and Sutton Mill, one of the tallest mills of its type in the country. You can also visit Sutton Pottery, a small studio and workshop.

Stalham l Lessingham l Honing l Worstead l Dilham22.8 miles

A longer ride, with a variety of potential starting points, along quiet country lanes apart from the short section through Stalham. This ride takes in some of the most peaceful and least explored parts of the Broads, including an off-road section of the Weavers Way long distance path offering the opportunity to visit the only lock in the Broads at Honing, together with the traditional weaving village of Worstead. You can also visit the Museum of the Broads from this route at Stalham Staithe

Hoveton l Neatishead l Barton Turf l Horning 15.8 miles

A pleasant ride along quiet country lanes starting from the cycle hire centre at Bewilderwood and passing through the picturesque Broads villages of Neatishead and Barton Turf. Refreshments are available in Neatishead, and nearby there is also access to the boardwalk and viewing platform at Barton Broad, one of the Broads Authority’s flagship projects for improving water quality in the Broads. You will pass the Radar Museum, Hoveton Hall Gardens and Wroxham Barns. This route also provides access to the Bure Valley cycle path to Aylsham.

Horning l Wroxham l Salhouse l Ranworth l South Walsham l Ludham A longer ride, mainly along quiet country lanes but with several short sections along busier roads. A tour of the villages on either side of the River Bure, this route provides a real taste of Broadland life, from the bustling boating centres of Horning and Wroxham, to the quieter, picturesque villages of Woodbastwick and Ranworth. There are plenty of refreshment stops and cycle hire is available at Ludham Bridge and Bewilderwood, offering car-parking facilities. It is important to note this route includes the short ferry crossing from Horning village, which it is advisable to book. You can also visit Ranworth Broad Conservation Centre, Cockshoot Broad Nature Reserve, Woodfordes Woodbastwick Brewery, Fairhaven Gardens and St. Helens Church, Ranworth.

The Norfolk Broads is an ideal place for cycling; quiet lanes, gently undulating countryside, unique and beautiful landscape. These combine to make the Broads a truly special place, just waiting to be discovered by cyclists of all ages and abilities.

The Broads by Bike network consists of nine circular rides exploring the northern Broads area from Wroxham, Ranworth, South Walsham and Acle along the River Bure, to Neatishead, Barton Turf and Dilham on the River Ant, with a lot more in between. You can explore the nature reserves around Hickling Broad and the River Thurne with their rare species and there is a wonderfully remote stretch of the Network that reaches the coast, at Horsey, with its sand dunes and resident seal population.

There are links to wildlife centres and nature reserves, riverside walks and boat trips, not forgetting the Broads themselves – medieval peat workings flooded by rising sea levels to create freshwater lakes set in 120 miles of lock-free waterways. There are many scenic villages to explore, with ancient churches, traditional wind pumps and other attractions to enjoy.

A wide variety of refreshment stops can be found along the way including traditional village pubs, tearooms and cafes, many serving locally produced food and drink. Alternatively, the Broads are ideal for enjoying a picnic, with restful and idyllic places to stop and forget the cares of the world in a peaceful riverside spot.

The overall boundary route runs 58 miles around the whole area, with links to Sustrans National Cycle Route 1 and the off-road routes of the Bure Valley Railway path and the Weavers’ Way. The Broads by Bike Network enables serious and leisure cyclists alike to plan a rewarding trip around this special part of Britain.

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The Broads and surrounding countryside are an ideal place for cycling. Quiet roads, gentle slopes, beautiful countryside and fresh Norfolk air all combine to make cycling a real pleasure. The area abounds with quiet villages with ancient churches, wind pumps, pubs, cafes and other attractions. Above all, there are views of the Broads and rivers and, in the distance, the sight of white sails seeming to glide over marshland fields. All this set beneath the wide, open skies of Norfolk.

The map in this leaflet shows a selection of recommended cycle trails around the Northern Broads area. The network comprises nine circular routes, from 10 to 25 miles, with interlinking connections and a full perimeter route around the whole area. These trails have been developed by cyclists for cyclists and a booklet containing details of each of the routes is also available. For a copy, call in to one of the Broads Information Centres or one of the cycle hire bases.

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This document has been developed and produced with the help and cooperation of Sustrans. Sustrans is the UK’s leading sustainable charity, working on practical projects so people can choose to travel in ways that benefit their health and the environment. www.sustrans.org.uk. This leaflet has been produced by the Bike Hire Association.

While every effort has been made to include accurate, up-to-date information, the Bike Hire Association does not accept responsibility for problems caused by any errors or omissions.

Useful contactsTourist Information CentresStation Road, Hoveton 01603 782281The Staithe, Potter Heigham 01692 670779Ranworth Staithe 01603 270453Toad Hole Cottage, How Hill 01692 678763Note: These offices are seasonal. In winter months phone the Broads Authority on 01603 610734.

Cycle hireBroadland Cycle Hire at Bewilderwood 07887 480331Clippesby Hall 01493 367800Ludham Bridge Stores 01692 630322Stokesby Riverside Stores 01493 750470

Travel to the area Rail links to the network are available via train stations at Hoveton & Wroxham, Acle, Salhouse and Worstead. Cycles can be carried free of charge

subject to available space, with each train able to carry up to 4 bikes. Look for the special carriage marked with the cycle logo, usually at the end of the train. It can be advisable to book space for your bikes and for more information visit www.nationalexpresseastanglia.com or phone National Rail Enquiries on 08457 484950.

If arriving by car, most bike hire centres and villages have space for you to park your vehicle, and where there are public car parks, these are shown on the network map.

Information on bus services to the area is available on the National Travel Line 08712 002233 or from Norfolk County Council on 08448 008003 (Monday to Friday only)

Cycle shopsThere are very few bike shops in the area but the bike hire centres will provide advice and carry out minor repairs. A small selection of bike spares is usually available at Roys Store in Hoveton.

Where to stayThere are many hotels, guest houses and hotels throughout the Broads. Listings are available at the Broads Information Centres or through the internet at www.visitnorwich.co.uk and www.visitnorfolk.co.uk

AttractionsThere are numerous delightful attractions throughout the area, which you can visit along the cycle routes. Details are available through the internet at www.norfolktouristattractions.co.uk

Stokesby l Runham l Mautby l Thrigby 8.5 miles

An easy ride along quiet country lanes passing through the villages of Runham and Mautby. There is ample public car parking space in the village of Stokesby, where you can also find refreshments at the café or pub. Cycle hire is available at the village store/café. Why not extend your visit with the optional detour to Thrigby Wildlife Gardens not far off the main route?

Martham l Thurne l Rollesby l West Somerton 15 miles

A longer ride with some sections on slightly busier roads, so potentially unsuitable for younger children. An ideal ride to explore some of the many interesting churches to be seen in the Broads, with the route including those at Thurne, Repps, Martham, Somerton, Rollesby and Clippesby. With plenty of places to stop for refreshment, this is an ideal all-day ride, with public car parking available at Thurne and cycle hire available from Clippesby Hall.

Thurne l Clippesby l Fleggburgh l Filby Broad 10 miles

A shorter ride, but with one section on a busier road, so potentially unsuitable for younger children. With public car parking available at Thurne and Filby, together with parking available at Clippesby Hall cycle hire centre and coffee shop, this ride can be started at many different points, and takes in the Trinity Broads and the River Thurne, with its easily recognisable mill an ideal picnic spot.

Clippesby l Potter Heigham l How Hill l Ludham 14.5 miles

A medium length ride along quiet country lanes and ideal for a family picnic. The route crosses the River Thurne at Potter Heigham, a traditional and busy Broads boating centre, but then takes you into the peaceful countryside around How Hill nature reserve, managed by the Broads Authority. An ideal picnic site, there are also walking trails and boat trips (Apr. to Oct.) and a museum in Toad Hole Cottage. An optional spur leads to the historic ruins of St. Benet’s Abbey on the River Bure. Car parking is available with permission at Clippesby Hall cycle hire centre and coffee shop.

Horsey l Sea Palling l Hickling l Potter Heigham l Martham A longer ride utilising part of the National Cycle Network along the coast between Somerton and Sea Palling, taking in Horsey Mill, owned and managed by the National Trust, and Waxham Barn, one of the largest barns in the county and now home to a museum of local life and crafts. With the opportunity to visit some stunning beaches and with plenty of refreshment stops, this ride is suitable for a full day of exploring.