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-6.5 miles-Sun 20 Sep Dereham early 9am hike (and brunch after)
NR19 2AX, Market Pl, Dereham NR19 2AX, UK, Dereham, 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: 6.5 miles
- Walking Pace: 3 mph for the above distance
- Terrain: Pretty flat throughout.
- Surface: Some town walking, some country footpaths, with some road walking.
- Required Equipment: Appropriate footwear and clothing for the event and weather conditions. As it is an early walk there will be no lunch break, but do bring a drink and a snack if you wish to have en route.
- Dogs: Always on a short lead and well-behaved welcome, but dogs are not allowed in Wetherspoons, where we will finish the walk for a post hike brunch (optional).
When & Where
Date: Sunday 20th September
Start Time: Ready to walk for 9AM for registration & safety talk
Parking: Cherry Tree car park, Theatre Street, Dereham NR19 2AX.
Parking What3Words: funded.bland.heartened
Car Park Charges: Free
Meeting Point: In Cherry Tree Car Park near Dads and Lads Barber shop.
Meeting Point W3W: As above
End Time: 11.30 (Approximately)Walk Description
Please join me for an early (ish) morning walk around Dereham, in which we will enjoy some of the local meadows and Netherd moor, plus see the local windmill! We will end at The Romany Rye (Wetherspoons pub) for a post hike brunch, or cup of tea/coffee - this part is optional. No dogs allowed in the pub.Approximate Breaks: Please enough to drink and a snack if you wish, there will be no lunch break on this walk as it is only 6.5 miles.
- We will take a short drink break at the Windmill at approx 3 miles
Walk specific health and safety: If it rains in the days before the walk certain areas may be muddy. At the time of recceing, all footpaths were clear. We will be walking through the town so it may be busy, please make sure you keep up with the walk leader when crossing roads etc.
After the walk: You are welcome to join us for a post hike drink or brunch at the local SPOONS. (But you don't have to.)
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.
7 attendees
Moderate - 11 mile - Sun 27/09@9.45am Hempnall Hearty Hike
The Street, NR15 2AD, Hempnall, 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: 10.5 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 27th September
Start Time: Ready to walk at 9:45am for registration & safety talk
Parking: No designated parking yet. Park around the area of the church, The Street, Hempnall, NR15 2AD
Parking What3Words: fend.roosters.ever
Car Park Charges: Free
Meeting Point: Outside St Margarets, The Street, Hempnall, NR15 2AD
Meeting Point W3W: As above
End Time: 3pm (Approximately)Walk Description
This is a lovely walk with an unexpected network of footpaths and a tiny amount of quiet lanes linking the churches of Hempnall, Hardwick, Shelton, Morningthorpe and Fritton.
Masses of history including Anne Boleyn, Elizabeth I, two round towers and some fine medieveal wall paintings and five villages close to Norwich that you have probably never walked through.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
- 5 miles - 30 minutes lunch break
- 8 miles - 15 minute drink/snack break
Walk specific health and safety: There are quite a few stiles on this route. If it rains in the days before the walk certain areas may be muddy. At the time of recceing, most footpaths were clear and there were only a few thistles and brambles.
After the walk: There is a little cafe right by the finish and they have a terrific range of cake so those that wish can join us there.
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.
18 attendees
Moderate - 11 miles - Sun 04/10 @9:45am Bacton Wood
Bacton Wood, Bacton Wood, North Walsham, UK, North Walsham, 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: 3.2mph for the above distance
- Terrain: Woodland footpaths, country lanes and canal path.
- 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 4th October
Start Time: Ready to walk at 9:45am for registration & safety talk
Parking:
Bacton Wood, Plaintation Road NR28 9UE
(See pin in location map below)
Parking What3Words: ///aimlessly.data.carefully
Car Park Charges: Free parking
Meeting Point: At above car parking
Meeting Point W3W: As above
End Time: 3pm (Approximately)Walk Description
Please join me on an 11 mile walk from Bacton Wood near North Walsham.
Details to follow.Approximate Breaks: Please bring your own packed lunch and snacks as required, and plenty of water/drinks to stay hydrated throughout the walk.
- 3.8 miles - 20 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.
After the walk: You are welcome to join us for a drink at a pub TBC.
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 car park or on the route. Please let the back-marker know if you need to use nature's toilet - 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-12 miles-Sun 11/10@9:45am Horsford & Horsham Hike
Horsford Village Hall, Holt Rd, Horsford, Norwich NR10 3DN, UK, Horsford, 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: 12 miles
- Walking Pace: 3.2 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 11th October
Start Time: Ready to walk at 9:45am for registration & safety talk
Parking: Horsford Village Hall Car Park, Holt Road, HORSFORD, NR10 3DN or surrounding side streets.
Parking What3Words: touched . regularly . surprised
Car Park Charges: Free
Meeting Point: Horsford Village Hall Car Park
Meeting Point W3W: As above
End Time: 3:30pm (Approximately)Walk Description
Please join us on a 12-mile walk starting from Horsford Village Hall, taking in the lovely villages of Newton St. Faith and Horsham St. Faith.We will make our way through Horsford along quiet lanes and footpaths, with our first break at All Saints’ Church.
We will then continue through Newton St. Faith and on to Horsham St. Faith, where we will stop for lunch at St. Mary’s and St. Andrew’s Church. The church’s rood screen and pulpit are particularly noteworthy, with their surviving painted panels offering a fascinating glimpse into the religious art and craftsmanship of the period.
After lunch, we will pass “The Clink”, a Grade II listed 18th-century village lock-up built into the precinct wall of the ancient priory. We will then continue past our delightful post-walk drink stop, better known as The Black Swan.
The final part of the walk takes us back through Newton St. Faith, returning to Horsford via St. Helena Mill, a five-storey red-brick corn mill, before bringing us back to the start.
Please note there are public toilets at the Horsford Village Hall car park, which are adjacent to the children's play area and the Baby Bean Coffee kiosk. There are also toilets and opportunities to refill water bottles at both church stops.
We look forward to welcoming you on what promises to be an enjoyable walk through some lovely Norfolk villages.
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
- 7.5 miles - 30 minutes lunch break
Walk specific health and safety: There are stiles and sheep on this route, and some road crossings as well as some brief walking along pavements. If it rains in the days before the walk certain areas may be muddy. At the time of recceing, all footpaths were clear with one very small section of brambles and nettles.
After the walk: You are welcome to join us for a post hike drink at The Black Swan Inn, 25 Norwich Road, Horsham St. Faith, NORWICH, NR10 3HJ, What3Words: peanut . rescue . silly
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.
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