Walk stats
- Distance3 km · 1.9 mi
- Elevation+27 m
- Duration45 min
- DifficultyEasy
- Route typeLinear
- TerrainFlat, paved city streets and riverside paths
- Best seasonYear-round; spring and summer for riverside light
- DogsDog-friendly on lead through the city streets
About this walk
This gentle linear walk threads through the heart of Norwich, linking a string of historic riverside landmarks along the River Wensum. Starting in the city, the route passes Norfolk Wildlife Services before reaching Pulls Ferry, a much-photographed flint watergate, and the curious Swan Pit nearby.
From here you cross Jarrold Bridge, a modern footbridge over the Wensum, before turning towards the remains of the Carmelite Priory Church and the Lady Chapel. The path then leads on to Saint Helen's and finishes near The Red Lion, a welcome spot to pause at the end. Along the way, look out for the city's statues of Nelson and Wellington, the memorial to Edith Cavell, and the churches of Saint Paul and Saint Mary in the Marsh.
At just 3 km with minimal ascent, it makes an easy introduction to Norwich's medieval and ecclesiastical heritage, and pairs naturally with arrivals on the Bittern Line into Norwich station.
Route map
Route line drawn from OpenStreetMap footpath data. Numbered markers are waypoints on the route; amber star markers are points of interest a short detour away.
Waypoints along the route
9 waypoints along the way
- 1
Norwich
- 2
Norfolk Wildlife Services
- 3
Pulls Ferry
- 4
Swan Pit
- 5
Jarrold Bridge
- 6
Carmelite Priory Church
- 7
Lady Chapel
- 8
Saint Helen's
- 9
The Red Lion
Worth a short detour
Points of interest just off the route, look for the amber markers on the map.
Statue Of Nelson
~218 m off the route
Saint Paul
~226 m off the route
Edith Cavell
~227 m off the route
Saint Mary in the Marsh
~259 m off the route
Statue of Wellington
~288 m off the route
Route & waypoint data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).