About us
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
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Moderate-10 miles-Sat 24/10@9:45am-Heath & Woodland Walk- Castle Rising/Roydon
Castle Rising, Castle Rising, King's Lynn PE31 6AH, King's Lynn, GBWelcome 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: 10 miles
- Walking Pace: 3mph for the above distance
- Terrain: Mostly flat with some gentle slopes
- Surface: Mostly country footpaths, with a little bit of 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: Saturday 24th October
Start Time: Ready to walk at 9:45am for registration & safety talk
Parking: Castle Rising Village Car Park, Castle Rising, Kings Lynn, PE31 6AH.
(See pin on map)
What3Words: scored.overpower.prowling
If the car park is full there are normally spaces next to the church.
Car Park Charges: Free
Meeting Point: Castle Rising Village Car Park
Meeting Point W3W: As above
End Time: 2:30pm (Approximately)Walk Description
Please join us on a 10 mile circular walk starting and finishing in picturesque village of Castle Rising.
We will walk through Ling Common, making our way to Reffley Wood where we will stop for a short 10 minute break at around 3.6 miles.
We then head on towards Roydon Common Nature Reserve where we can enjoy expansive views of the heathland, wild ponies (if they make an appearance) a WWII military observation tower and an abundance of wildlife.
We will stop for lunch at around 6.5 miles in Roydon Common and then make our way back through the enchanting woodland returning to the car parkApproximate Breaks: Please bring your own packed lunch and snacks as required, and plenty of water/drinks to stay hydrated throughout the walk.
- 3.6 miles - 10 minute drink/snack break
- 6.2 miles - 30 minutes lunch break
Walk specific health and safety: There are stiles and cattle on this route. If it rains in the days before the walk certain areas may be muddy. At the time of recceing, all footpaths were clear and there were no thistles and brambles.
IMPORTANT: We have to cross the A148 and A149 twice, care and attention is needed at these points.After the walk: Afterwards you are welcome to join us for a post hike drink at The Black Horse Inn or Castle Rising Tea room for delicious cake! Both opposite the car park.
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.
22 attendees
Moderate-11 miles-Sun 25/10@9:45am Goodies to Fritton and Shelton
Goodies Food Hall, Wood Ln, Diss IP21 4XU, UK, Diss, GBWelcome 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 mph for the above distance
- Terrain: Mostly flat with some gentle slopes, few stiles
- Surface: Mostly country footpaths, with some 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 25th October
Start Time: Ready to walk at 9:45am for registration & safety talk
Parking: Goodies Food Hall, Frenchs Farm Wood Lane, Pulham Market IP21 4XU.
Parking What3Words: prancing . sweat . debt
Car Park Charges: Free
Meeting Point: Goodies Food Hall Car Park
Meeting Point W3W: As above
End Time: 2pm (Approximately)Walk Description
Please join me on an 11 mile walk through the South Norfolk Countryside. Goodies Food Hall have kindly given us permission to park in their carpark where we shall begin the walk.We will walk through Tyrrel's wood and then follow part of the Boudicca Way. Once we reach Fritton we will have a short break for a snack.
We will then set off out into the fields and through several wooded sections. At around 8 miles we shall reach Shelton Church where we shall stop for some lunch. After lunch we make our way back towards Goodies where we can all enjoy a well earned hot drink and cake!
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
- 8 miles - 30 minutes lunch break
Walk specific health and safety: There are a few stiles along the route, and there are a couple of trees which have fallen across the path in the woods which require you to step up and over them. There is also a fence that either needs climbing over or you can get round it through a small gap.
After the walk: Please join me at Goodies for a hot drink and cake! It would be rude not to go in and check out their goods! IP21 4XU, What3Words: prancing . sweat . debt
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.
12 attendees
Moderate - 11 miles Sun 01/11 @9.45 Thursford Tramp and Tea
Thursford collection, Thursford, Fakenham, GBWelcome 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: 2.8 mph for the above distance - Terrain: Mostly flat with some gentle slopes
*Surface: Mostly country footpaths, with a little bit of 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 1st November
Start Time: Ready to walk at 9:45am for registration & safety talk
Parking: Thursford Collection Car Park, North Lane, Thursford, NR21 0AS
Parking What3Words: guards.settle.enchanted
Car Park Charges: Free
Meeting Point: At Jeremy's. Turn right out of car park, left at village green in 100 yards, about 100 yards up on right hand side with a balloon outside.
End Time: 3pm (Approximately)Walk Description
Moving house may be happening soon so this could be my last lead from Thursford. Back in August, I abandoned a lovely walk round the villages for a shorter, mostly woodland walk to avoid a very hot day so this is the original walk that we never did!
Please join me on an 11 mile walk from Thursford, taking in the lovely North Norfolk villages of Hindringham, Field Dalling, Bale and Gunthorpe as we make our way through the parched landscape.
We will stop for a late elevenses at the wonderful church at Field Dalling then on to Gunthorpe for a lunch stop before returning to Thursford where tea and cake will be on offer at Jeremy's for those who wish to stop.Approximate Breaks: Please bring your own packed lunch and snacks as required, and plenty of water/drinks to stay hydrated throughout the walk.
- 4 miles - 15 minute drink/snack break
*8 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. At the time of recceing, all footpaths were clear and there were no thistles and brambles.
After the walk: You are welcome to join us for tea and cake at Jeremy's
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. - ToiletsSome 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.
15 attendees- Distance: 11 miles
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