Paston Way Cycle Route01603 222222workCycle RouteShort but sweet, this one mile of former railway line runs from the edge of North Walsham almost to the hamlet of Knapton, for an easy road link to Mundesley on the coast. The surface is firm but there are steep access steps, which means carrying your bike.

How long is the Paston Way?

29.5 miles
Paston Way is a 22 mile walk between Cromer and North Walsham, discovering the area’s beautiful medieval churches. Each church has its own hidden history and one was even moved brick by brick from a cliff top to save it from the sea. To visit all 14 of the fine churches on the Paston Way, the trail covers 29.5 miles.

How many miles is the Paston Way in Cromer?

Parts of the Paston Way (18 miles and included on OS mapping) which visits 16 churches and villages over a meandering and convoluted route in north-east Norfolk can be used in linking Cromer with North Walsham. Cycle or Walk – Weavers Way – 55.03 km (estimated).

What is the Paston Way?

The Paston Way is a footpath. It is entirely within the English county of Norfolk in the United Kingdom. The footpath is twenty miles in length, the portals to the path are Cromer at its northwestern end and North Walsham at it southeastern end.

Where can I walk from Cromer to North Walsham?

Follow the Paston Way and the Norfolk Coast from Cromer to North Walsham on this splendid walk. You start at the seaside town of Cromer and head to Overstrand along the cliff top path. After a short inland stretch the route rejoins the coast at Mundesley, passing along the sea front towards Bacton.

Where can I cycle around Norfolk?

The cycle route can be joined at any point, but Mannington Hall is recommended for the start. The route follows quiet lanes and travels through some of Norfolk’s most attractive landscapes. The places of interest provide an excellent introduction to the remarkable history of the Paston family.