Beccles Old Bridge – View of the River Waveney loop from Lowestoft

Beccles Old Bridge – View of the River Waveney loop from Lowestoft

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Beccles Old Bridge – View of the River Waveney loop from Lowestoft

02:45

61.2km

270m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

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Includes movable bridges

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After 169 m for 47 m

After 61.0 km for 47 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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Highlight • Religious Site

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Beccles Old Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beccles is a picturesque town on the edge of the Broads. The old iron bridge (built 1884), crossing the River Waveney offers great views of the boats moored up at the quay.

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Beccles Quay

Highlight • Settlement

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The Ravenous Café at The Raveningham Centre

Highlight • Cafe

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National Cycle Network Route 1: Loddon to Norwich Waymarker

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

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Tree Tunnel Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Double avenue of trees lining the roadside creating a striking tunnel along this route.

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View of the River Waveney

Highlight • Viewpoint

Amazing town with shops and food available and amazing views along the river!

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Great selection of freshly prepared food, hot & cold drinks also ice cream is available too.
There is indoor and outdoor seating. Secured bike at rails out the front of cafe.
Opening hours 09:00 - 15:00

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