What we’re about
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 (4+)
See all- Moderate - 5.5 miles - Thur 17/07 @19:00 Evening Walk Upton RiversideUpton Dyke car park, Upton
Welcome 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: 5.5 miles
- Walking Pace: 3.2mph for the above distance. As this is an evening walk which needs to finish by dusk you must be able to maintain this walking pace.
- Terrain: Footpaths, country lanes, riverside paths and village streets
- 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: Thursday 17th July
Start Time: Ready to walk at 19:00 for registration & safety talk
Parking: Car park at Boat Dyke Road in Upton. Closest postcode: NR13 6BL.
(See pin in location map below)
Parking What3Words: ///absorbing.gent.flexed
Car Park Charges: Free (limited size)
Meeting Point: At above car park
Meeting Point W3W: As above
End Time: 21:15pm (Approximately)Walk Description
Join me for this scenic 5.5 mile riverside walk. Starting in Upton and making its way to Acle via Fishley. Returning along the banks of the river Bure.Approximate Breaks: Please bring your own snacks as required and plenty of water/drinks to stay hydrated throughout the walk.
- 2.5 miles - 5 minute drink / snack break
- Others as appropriate to the weather conditions
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. We will cross the A1064 at Acle and at Acle Bridge.
After the walk: You are welcome to join us for a drink at the White Horse pub in Upton which is a half mile walk from where the cars are parked.
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
There are no toilets at the start point but there are toilets in Acle - please let the walk leader know if you need them as they're a slight detour.
If you need to use natures toilet whilst walking please let the walk leader or 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.
- Leisurely 9.2 miles-Sun 20/07@9:45am Holme Hale, Houghton (MURALS!), Pickenhams.Holme Hale Village Hall, Thetford
Welcome 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: LEISURELY
- Distance: 9.2 miles
- Walking Pace: 3.0 mph for the above distance
- Terrain: Mostly flat with some gentle slopes
- Surface: Country footpaths and tracks, with some road walking and pavements
- 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 20th July
Start Time: Ready to walk at 9:45am for registration & safety talk
Parking:
Holme Hale Village Hall, School Road, Holme Hale, IP25 7DP
(See pin in location map below)
Parking What3Words: charts.assorted.melon
Car Park Charges: Free
Meeting Point: At above car parking
Meeting Point W3W: As above
End Time: 3:30pm (Approximately)Walk Description
Please join us on a 9.2 mile walk featuring Holme Hale, North and South Pickenham, and Houghton on the Hill, including church murals tour!We will make our way through Holme Hale to North Pickenham via quiet lanes and footpaths, for our first break at North Pickenham Community Hub. They are very kindly opening the café for us (they don't usually open on Sundays) and will be serving hot drinks, sweet and savoury snacks and there are toilets available. Dogs are allowed outside and in the corridor areas. We will spend a decent amount of time here so that people can enjoy their snacks at a relaxed pace. We will then carry on through South Pickenham to St. Mary's church at Houghton on the Hill where we will have our lunch. This church is an absolute gem with lovely gardens and murals on the walls inside. One of the church volunteers has very kindly agreed to open the church earlier than usual to give us a tour of the murals, so we will have a slightly extended lunch break so as not to feel rushed. As they are making a lovely effort to accommodate us, they would really appreciate a church donation :-)
Approximate Breaks: Please bring your own packed lunch and snacks as required, and plenty of water/drinks to stay hydrated throughout the walk.
- 3.0 miles - 45 minute drink/snack break
- 6.5 miles - 45 minutes lunch break
Walk specific health and safety: There are no 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. There is one road crossing where we have to take extra care.
After the walk: You are welcome to join us for a post hike drink at The Windmill Inn, Mill Street, Necton, PE37 8EN. This is a five minute drive away. What3Words: chair.trader.dumpling
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.
- EASY- 4 miles-Wed 23/07@6pm RoydonRoydon Playground, Roydon
Welcome 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: EASY
- Distance: 4 miles
- Walking Pace: 2.5mph for the above distance
- Terrain: Mostly flat with some gentle slopes
- Surface: Mostly country footpaths, with some road walking and pavements
- Required Equipment: Appropriate walking boots and clothing for the event and weather conditions, including plenty of fluids to stay hydrated and snacks
- Dogs: Always on a short lead and well-behaved welcome
When & Where
Date: Wednesday 23rd July
Start Time: Ready to walk at 6pm for registration & safety talk
Parking:
Roydon playground
(See pin in location map below)
Parking What3Words: ///pedicure.distract.bedrooms
Car Park Charges: Free
Meeting Point: At above car parking
Meeting Point W3W: As above
End Time: 7:45pm (Approximately)Walk Description
Please join us on a 4 mile circular walk at Roydon Common. This walk will be at a leisurely 2.5 mile pace starting from Roydon playground. This walk is ideal for beginner walkers or if you simply want a relaxed evening walk.
Roydon Common nature reserve is an inspiring and beautiful place, bustling with an abundance of wildlife, it's a perfect and relaxing place to take an evening walk. We walk through the common taking in views of the wonderful expanse of heathland and may possibly spot the wild ponies, if they make an appearance, we pass the lone pine tree and carry on along the disguised railway path and back to the playground.
Approximate Breaks: Please bring your snacks as required, and plenty of water/drinks to stay hydrated throughout the walk.
- At 2.5 miles in we can stop for a quick 5 minute drink and snack if required
Walk specific health and safety: There is 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.
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.
- Leisurely 10.5 miles-Sun 10/08@9:45am Potter & Thurne mills (& cake/icecream!)Potter Heigham Village Hall, Great Yarmouth
Welcome 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: LEISURELY
- Distance: 10.5 miles
- Walking Pace: 3.0mph for the above distance
- Terrain: Flat
- Surface: Mostly country footpaths and quiet lanes, with some pavements on slightly busier roads
- 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 10th August
Start Time: Ready to walk at 9:45am for registration & safety talk
Parking:
Potter Heigham Village Hall, School Road, Potter Heigham, NR29 5LW. Please park in the playing field as there is an event on at the hall and they need the car park.
(See pin in location map below)
Parking What3Words: uncouth.amuse.honey
Car Park Charges: Free
Meeting Point: At above car parking
Meeting Point W3W: As above
End Time: 3:30pm (Approximately)Walk Description
Please join us on a 10.5 mile walk featuring Potter Heigham and Thurne, and several lovely mills, plus some riverside views.We will make our way through the "quiet side" of Potter to the Potter bridge and boatyards "livelier" area via mostly quiet lanes and footpaths, taking in our first mill. Our first break is at the bridge, with toilets available and several places for coffee/cake/icecream. A bit more time will be spent on this break than usual to take full advantage of this. We will then carry on to Thurne staithe and mill where we will have our lunch. Again, toilets are available, plus a pub and a shop that sells icecream (aptly named "Ramblers").
After lunch we head alongside the River Thurne on the Weaver's Way, back to Potter via another mill, "Bond Island", and back to the start.
Approximate Breaks: Please bring your own packed lunch and snacks as required, and plenty of water/drinks to stay hydrated throughout the walk.
- 3.5 miles - 30 minute drink/snack break
- 6.6 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. We have to cross the A149 twice.
After the walk: You are welcome to join us for a post hike drink at The Norada Tavern. The parking for this is at the Lathams Shoppers' car park (3 hours free), Bridge Road, Potter Heigham, NR29 5JE, What3Words: resist.float.limitless. The pub is right next to the bridge and very close to the car park, What3Words: global.roses.quietest.
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.
