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Heigham Sound – Hickling Broad Bird Hide loop from Ludham and Potter Heigham Marshes

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Heigham Sound – Hickling Broad Bird Hide loop from Ludham and Potter Heigham Marshes

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Heigham Sound – Hickling Broad Bird Hide loop from Ludham and Potter Heigham Marshes

02:34

10.2km

10m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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907 m

Church

Highlight • Religious Site

985 m

St Nicholas Church, North Burlingham

Highlight • Religious Site

St Nicholas is one of Norfolks round tower churches. It is famed for its hammerbeam roof and the unique 15th-century brick font.

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1.07 km

St Nicholas' Church, Potter Heigham

Highlight • Religious Site

A wonderfully attractive building, St Nicholas' is known for its hammerbeam roof and its unique 15th-century brick font. It’s set slightly away from the village, overlooking picturesque fields. The round …

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1.72 km

Hickling Broad Nature Reserve

Highlight • Viewpoint

A wonderful place for a gentle amble all year round, Hickling Broad is a haven for wildlife. The nature reserve here covers 1,500 acres (600 ha), while the lake is …

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5.05 km

Heigham Sound

Highlight • Natural

Heigham Sound is a clear lake that's popular with sailors and boaters. It's home to an abundance of rare birds and insects at all times of year, too. At this …

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6.49 km

Hickling Broad Bird Hide

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Hickling is the largest of all the broads. A year-round haven for wildlife, the nature reserve is home to many species of bird including cranes, goldeneyes, shovelers, marsh harriers, pochards, …

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6.81 km

NWT Hickling Broad Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

Hickling Broad is the largest Norfolk Broad and harbours a spectacular variety of plants and animals. There are gentle walks under wide skies for the casual visitor or fascinating study …

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10.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.10 km

2.85 km

1.52 km

1.40 km

224 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.55 km

3.33 km

243 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 24 May

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Heigham Sound – Hickling Broad Bird Hide loop from Ludham and Potter Heigham Marshes

Church

St Nicholas Church, North Burlingham

St Nicholas' Church, Potter Heigham

Hickling Broad Nature Reserve

Heigham Sound

Hickling Broad Bird Hide

NWT Hickling Broad Nature Reserve

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