Norfolk


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-blickling-estate-nr-aylsham"><a href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/blickling-estate/features/autumn-at-blickling-estate">Blickling Estate</a>, nr Aylsham</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="792" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/female-children-dog-walk-blickling-norfolk-1378667.jpg-copy.jpg" alt="family walking around the Blickling Estate" class="wp-image-57624" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/female-children-dog-walk-blickling-norfolk-1378667.jpg-copy.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/female-children-dog-walk-blickling-norfolk-1378667.jpg-copy-800x634.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/female-children-dog-walk-blickling-norfolk-1378667.jpg-copy-768x608.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>Blickling is spectacular at this time of year. Take the one hour gentle stroll around the lake or get into the heart of the woods and parkland for a 4.5 mile longer exploration, on bike (you can hire them here) or on foot. There&#8217;s a cute dog-friendly café so you can grab a cuppa and a bit of proper cake or a hearty sausage roll afterwards. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><a href="https://www.sandringhamestate.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sandringham Estate</a></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="666" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2022/11/sandringham-lake-autumn-trees.jpg" alt="Autumn trees reflected in Sandringham lake" class="wp-image-44734" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2022/11/sandringham-lake-autumn-trees.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2022/11/sandringham-lake-autumn-trees-800x533.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2022/11/sandringham-lake-autumn-trees-768x511.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2022/11/sandringham-lake-autumn-trees-788x525.jpg 788w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>With more than 600 acres of glorious woodlands and park to explore, the Royal Parkland is the crowning jewel of autumnal walks. The Midas touch is seen throughout the estate with two fairly leisurely way-marked trails and further unmarked paths to explore (map&nbsp;<a href="https://d3a0vacz8tqx7g.cloudfront.net/files/sandringham-map-2022-63ebf87e.png" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a>).</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-thetford-forest-breckland"><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Thetford Forest  (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.forestryengland.uk/thetford-forest" target="_blank">Thetford Forest</a>, Breckland</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="788" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/Forestry-Commission-53-1.jpg" alt="Woman looking up at trees in Thetford Forest" class="wp-image-57625" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/Forestry-Commission-53-1.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/Forestry-Commission-53-1-800x630.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/Forestry-Commission-53-1-768x605.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>With almost 19,000 hectares to explore, Thetford Forest is the largest manmade lowland forest in the UK and has woodland walks, picnic spots, treetop adventures, horseriding, as well as cabin holiday lodges for overnight stays. Go easy with the green walk at Great Hockham or take the tougher trail at Lynford Stag, and if the sun shines sit with a picnic by the river at St Helens. Blissful. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-holt-country-park-holt"><a href="https://www.north-norfolk.gov.uk/tasks/your-community/find-out-about-holt-country-park/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Holt Country Park</a>, Holt</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="600" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2022/10/Holt-Country-Park.jpg" alt="Holt COuntry Park" class="wp-image-36394" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2022/10/Holt-Country-Park.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2022/10/Holt-Country-Park-800x480.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2022/10/Holt-Country-Park-768x461.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2022/10/Holt-Country-Park-875x525.jpg 875w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>All of autumn&#8217;s glorious colours are on display at Holt Country Park, with a variety of trails through its 100 acres. Spot muntjacs darting through the woodland, ponies on the heath and a fantastic array of fungi right now. Afterwards, stop off at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HettysofHolt" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hetty&#8217;s House</a>, an idyllic little tearoom at the edge of the park.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-felbrigg-estate-nr-norwich"><a aria-label="Felbrigg Estate (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/felbrigg-hall-gardens-and-estate/features/the-estate-at-felbrigg-hall" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Felbrigg Estate</a>, nr Norwich</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="610" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/Felbrigg-74-1.jpg" alt="Felbrigg Estate" class="wp-image-57622" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/Felbrigg-74-1.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/Felbrigg-74-1-800x488.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/Felbrigg-74-1-768x468.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>With 520 acres to roam, you might not see another soul at the magical Felbrigg Estate. Get to know your Sweet Chestnut from your&nbsp;Sycamore and discover the wonders of this ancient forest, just a few minutes from the North Norfolk coast.  Parking charges apply.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-whitlingham-country-park-norwich"><a href="https://www.whitlinghamcountrypark.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Whitlingham Country Park</a>, Norwich</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="750" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/WHITLINGHAM-1.jpg" alt="steps in the forest in Whitlingham Country Park" class="wp-image-25260" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/WHITLINGHAM-1.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/WHITLINGHAM-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/WHITLINGHAM-1-667x500.jpg 667w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/WHITLINGHAM-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/WHITLINGHAM-1-700x525.jpg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>A huge expanse of broad, waterway and woodland just south of the city, Whitlingham offers everything from walking to biking &#8211; the Beryl bike sharing scheme is there so you can just hop on and explore away. There is usually a wealth of water activities on offer so you can make a proper day of it.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-walks-kings-lynn"><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="The Walks (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/info/20067/parks_and_gardens/409/the_walks" target="_blank">The Walks</a>, Kings Lynn</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="750" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/10/lovely-bandstand-area-1.jpg" alt="bandstand in King's Lynn" class="wp-image-25981" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/10/lovely-bandstand-area-1.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/10/lovely-bandstand-area-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/10/lovely-bandstand-area-1-667x500.jpg 667w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/10/lovely-bandstand-area-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/10/lovely-bandstand-area-1-700x525.jpg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>This last remaining town walk from 18th century immediately makes me want to don a billowing skirt, twirl a sun brolly and channel a period romance. This showcase of King&#8217;s Lynn&#8217;s remarkable heritage has been restored to its former 17 hectare glory thanks to a whopping £4 million injection from the Heritage Lottery.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-pensthorpe-nature-park-fakenham"><a rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Pensthorpe Nature Park (opens in a new tab)" href="https://www.pensthorpe.com/plan-your-day/" target="_blank">Pensthorpe Nature Park</a>, Fakenham</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="666" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/1309802276-4-gardens-autumn-walk-2.jpg" alt="Pensthorpe Natural Park" class="wp-image-57623" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/1309802276-4-gardens-autumn-walk-2.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/1309802276-4-gardens-autumn-walk-2-800x533.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2024/10/1309802276-4-gardens-autumn-walk-2-768x511.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>Pensthorpe is a perfect day out for kids and adults alike, with the prettiest walkways through the gardens and impressive nature reserve. There&#8217;s 700 acres to explore with cafés, cool eco play areas and a sculpture trail, as well as some gorgeous wildlife to spot, including red squirels and pink flamingoes. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-mousehold-heath-norwich"><a href="https://www.norwich.gov.uk/info/20230/parks_and_open_spaces/1573/mousehold_heath_earth_heritage_trail" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" aria-label="Mousehold Heath (opens in a new tab)">Mousehold Heath</a>, Norwich </h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="666" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/mousehold-1.jpg" alt="Mousehold Heath" class="wp-image-25274" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/mousehold-1.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/mousehold-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/mousehold-1-720x480.jpg 720w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/mousehold-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/mousehold-1-788x525.jpg 788w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>Some of the best views of the city are from Mousehold Heath. Take the trail from the cathedral up to the heath and back down by the river Wensum, returning to the cathedral in about five or so miles. A glorious and very civilised way to see the architecture of the city, surrounding woodland and waterways. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-marriotts-way"><a href="https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/article/42916/About-Marriotts-Way">Marriotts Way</a></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="750" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/marriots-way-1.jpg" alt="a section of Marriots Way" class="wp-image-25275" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/marriots-way-1.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/marriots-way-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/marriots-way-1-667x500.jpg 667w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/marriots-way-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/norfolk/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2020/09/marriots-way-1-700x525.jpg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>With 26 miles of circular pathway via two disused railway lines made in the 1800s and stretching between Norwich and Aylsham, Marriotts Way is open to walkers, cyclists, horse riders and runners. There&#8217;s stop offs along route with pretty little station cafés and pubs, plus you don&#8217;t have to do the whole 26 miles in one go!</p>


Go for gold! 10 awesome autumn walks across the county

You may also like