Tivetshall is a civil parish located in the South Norfolk district of England, encompassing the villages of Tivetshall St Margaret and Tivetshall St Mary. The region's landscape is characterized by a blend of wide-open agricultural fields, tranquil country lanes, and ancient woodlands, providing a varied setting for outdoor pursuits. This rural environment, with its gentle gradients and network of public footpaths, supports several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more. Tivetshall offers a peaceful escape into…
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18.2km
01:13
80m
80m
Easy mountain bike ride.

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48.9km
02:40
190m
190m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4
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21.3km
01:10
90m
90m
Easy mountain bike ride.

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Easy mountain bike ride.
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19
hikers
8.98km
02:18
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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7.03km
01:47
20m
20m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.

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hikers
8.41km
02:11
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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9.14km
02:21
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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14
riders
29.8km
01:15
100m
100m
Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
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60.8km
02:30
250m
250m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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42.0km
01:43
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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49.2km
02:08
180m
180m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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15
riders
44.7km
02:42
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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28.2km
01:37
100m
100m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

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52.0km
03:03
280m
280m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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riders
29.7km
01:46
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.
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7
runners
6.63km
00:41
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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runners
4.92km
00:30
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10m
Easy run. Mostly paved surfaces.

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7.10km
00:44
40m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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9.94km
01:02
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Tivetshall offers a range of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and jogging. The region's landscape features agricultural fields, country lanes, and ancient woodlands suitable for these pursuits.
Tivetshall has been visited by more than 3,000 komoot users. The region's 8 routes have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive experience for many adventurers.
Popular hiking routes include the Tyrrel's Wood loop from Hardwick, which is 5.6 miles (9.0 km) long. Another option is the Big Wood loop from Diss, covering 5.7 miles (9.2 km). The Old Brick Footbridge – Fairy Tree loop from Tivetshall St Mary offers a longer walk of 8.5 miles (13.7 km).
Yes, Tivetshall provides a network of public footpaths with generally gentle gradients suitable for various fitness levels. A dedicated guide for Easy hikes around Tivetshall is available on komoot.
Tivetshall's quiet country lanes are ideal for touring and road cycling. The broader Norfolk area also offers extensive recreational trails and pathways suitable for cyclists, including mountain biking opportunities. Specific guides for Cycling around Tivetshall and Road Cycling Routes around Tivetshall are available.
Wortham Ling, a patch of lowland heath, offers a change of scenery with diverse wildlife. The nearby Waveney Valley, though not always directly visible, features attractive river crossings, fords, and old bridges approached by sunken lanes.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the Tivetshall region. These include guides for Hiking around Tivetshall, Cycling around Tivetshall, and MTB Trails around Tivetshall. There is also a guide for Running Trails around Tivetshall.
Tivetshall is characterized by a blend of wide-open agricultural fields, tranquil country lanes, and ancient woodlands. This diverse landscape provides varied settings for outdoor pursuits and offers a quintessential rural English experience.
The civil parish of Tivetshall encompasses two distinct villages. These are Tivetshall St Margaret and Tivetshall St Mary. Both contribute to the rural charm and network of local paths in the area.
The official website for the Tivetshall Parish Council is https://tivetshallpc.norfolkparishes.gov.uk. For general inquiries, the Parish Council can be reached by phone at 07813 190516.
While specific mountain biking trails directly within Tivetshall are not explicitly detailed, the broader Norfolk area is known for excellent varied cycling. This includes opportunities for adventurous off-road mountain biking. Komoot offers a guide for MTB Trails around Tivetshall.

