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Overstrand to Northrepps

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Our view
"From the coast at Overstrand through the Victorians' beloved Poppylands"
Walk directions

Go right, out of the car park onto Paul's Lane. Pass the Old Rectory, then walk along the pavement on the left. Pass Arden Close, then look for the public footpath sign on your left. Follow this alley until you reach a road.

Cross the road, aiming for the 'Private Drive Please Drive Slowly' sign. To the left is a footpath. Go up this track, then take the path to the left of the gate to Stanton Farm. Climb a hill, taking the path to the right when the main track bears left. At the brow go through the gate to the right and follow the path towards a line of trees. Go downhill, eventually reaching Toll Cottage.
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Location
Nearest postcode:
Additional information
  Terrain  - Farm tracks, footpaths, quiet lanes
  Landscape  - Attractive rolling farmland
  Dog friendliness  - Dogs not allowed on Promenade
  Parking  - Pay-and-display car park on Coast Road in Overstrand
  Toilets en route  - At car park
Walks in Norfolk
About the walk
There is a constant battle raging between the sea and the land at Overstrand, and although the land is holding its own thanks to some serious sea defences, it looks as though the water will be the eventual winner. The cliffs around Overstrand are crumbling slowly and are being reclaimed by the...
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About the area
The North Norfolk Coast is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and probably the finest of its kind in Europe. Here you’ll find a string of quaint villages and small towns – Holkham, Wells-next-the-Sea and Cley next the Sea are 21st-century favourites, while Sheringham and Cromer are classic examples of a good old-fashioned seaside resort where grand Victorian hotels look out to sea.
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The Grove Cromer
   AA Rosette Award
Gibson’s Bistro
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The Red Lion Food and Rooms
The Red Lion Food and Rooms
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Route details
2hrs
Difficulty:
Hard

Gradient:
Challenging


Distance:
4 miles (6.4kms)

Ascent:
295ft (90m)

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Overstrand to Northrepps

Recommended by
Our view
"From the coast at Overstrand through the Victorians' beloved Poppylands"
Walk details
2hrs
Difficulty:
Hard
Gradient:
Challenging
Distance:
4 miles (6.4kms)
Ascent:
295ft (90m)
Walk directions

Go right, out of the car park onto Paul's Lane. Pass the Old Rectory, then walk along the pavement on the left. Pass Arden Close, then look for the public footpath sign on your left. Follow this alley until you reach a road.
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Cross the road, aiming for the 'Private Drive Please Drive Slowly' sign. To the left is a footpath. Go up this track, then take the path to the left of the gate to Stanton Farm. Climb a hill, taking the path to the right when the main track bears left. At the brow go through the gate to the right and follow the path towards a line of trees. Go downhill, eventually reaching Toll Cottage.
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Take the lane ahead, passing Broadgate Close. At the Northrepps village sign and a T-junction, turn left onto Church Street, keeping left. Pass the Foundry Arms and look for the phone box and bus stop, beyond which lies Craft Lane.
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Turn right along Craft Lane, using the pavement until a sign marks this as a 'quiet lane' for walkers. After 700yds (640m) there is a Paston Way sign on your left. Take this through the woods, and bear left when it becomes a track to Hungry Hill farm.
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At the lane next to the farm, turn left. After a few paces go right, following 'Circular Walk Paston Way' signs. Follow this gravel track towards the radar scanner installation.
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Keep left where the track bends towards the radar tower, following the footpath signs. The path descends through woods, passing under a disused railway bridge before meeting the main road. Cross this, then turn left to walk on the pavement for a few paces before turning right along Coast Road.
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Go down the steep ramp to your right to arrive at a concrete walkway. Up to your left you will see the remains of fallen houses in the crumbling cliffs. Follow the walkway (or you can walk on the sand, if you prefer) until you reach a slipway for boats. To the left of the slipway is a zig-zag pathway.
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Follow this upwards to the top of the cliffs. The car park is just ahead of you.
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Location
Starting point
Nearest postcode:
Additional information
  Terrain - Farm tracks, footpaths, quiet lanes
  Landscape - Attractive rolling farmland
  Dog friendliness - Dogs not allowed on Promenade
  Parking - Pay-and-display car park on Coast Road in Overstrand
  Toilets en route - At car park
Walks in Norfolk
About the walk
There is a constant battle raging between the sea and the land at Overstrand, and although the land is holding its own thanks to some serious sea defences, it looks as though the water will be the eventual winner. The cliffs around Overstrand are crumbling slowly and are being reclaimed by the...
Read more
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Send us photos or a comment about this route. Or recommend a route of your own.

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About the area
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Norfolk
The North Norfolk Coast is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and probably the finest of its kind in Europe. Here you’ll find a string of quaint villages and small towns – Holkham, Wells-next-the-Sea and Cley next the Sea are 21st-century favourites, while Sheringham and Cromer are classic examples of a good old-fashioned seaside resort where grand Victorian hotels look out to sea.
Explore Norfolk

Nearby places to stay

View all (8)
Self-Catering
Foxgloves
★★★★
awardaward
"..."
Self-Catering
Foxgloves
★★★★
awardaward
"Quality cottage accommodation in one of Norfolk’s favourite seaside villages...."
  • Total units: 2
Holiday Park
Ivy Farm Holiday Park
★★★★
award
"A haven of peace and natural beauty..."
Nearby places to stay
Foxgloves
Quality accommodation in one of Norfolk’s favourite seaside villages....
★★★★    Rating
Foxgloves
The Old Rose Garden offers quality cottage accommodation in one of Norfolk’s favourite seaside villages, Overstand. In a quiet location, with a private driveway, The Old Rose Garden is ...
★★★★    Rating
Ivy Farm Holiday Park
Award-winning Ivy Farm Holiday Park, owned and operated by the same family for over 50 years, is to be found in the pretty fishing village of Overstrand. The site is just minutes from s...
★★★★    Rating
Forest Park
Surrounded by forest, this gently sloping park offers a wide choice of pitches. Visitors have the use of a heated indoor swimming pool, a stylish café and a large clubhouse which provid...
★★★★    Rating
Cromer Country Club
In the seaside village of Cromer, celebrated for its beautiful beaches, quaint shopping streets and fresh seafood, Cromer Country Club offers a select choice of high-quality apartments,...
★★★★    Rating
The Grove Cromer
A charming Georgian house, The Grove Cromer sits amid several acres of landscaped gardens and is just a short walk from Cromer town centre, cliff walks and the beach. There are several ...
★★★★    Rating
The Old Bakery
The Old Bakery comprises three different-sized apartments within one building in the popular resort of Cromer. Each apartment is spacious and furnished to a high standard. There is a sm...
★★★★    Rating
The Old Bakery
The Old Bakery comprises three different-sized apartments within one building in the popular resort of Cromer. Each apartment is spacious and furnished to a high standard. There is a sm...
★★★★    Rating
View all (8)
Places to eat nearby View all
The Grove Cromer
   AA Rosette Award
Gibson’s Bistro
   AA Rosette Award
The Red Lion Food and Rooms
The Red Lion Food and Rooms
   AA Rosette Award
Places to eat nearby
The Grove Cromer
   AA Rosette Award
Gibson’s Bistro
   AA Rosette Award
The Red Lion Food and Rooms
The Red Lion Food and Rooms
   AA Rosette Award
Upstairs at No 1 Cromer
   AA Rosette Award
Roman Camp Inn
The Cricketers on The Green
   AA Rosette Award
Beechwood Hotel
   AA Rosette Award
View all
Stay in the area  
Eat or drink nearby