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WALKING
LOCAL ROUTES
Thetford Forest Park (FC) Free access for walkers
on land owned by the Forestry Commission.
Waymarked trails throughout the forest accessible
from main parking areas.
s01842 810271/815434
Harling Drove* An easy walk through the heart
of Thetford Forest with views over ancient heaths and
meres. 10 miles/16.25 km.
17 Great Eastern Pingo Trail (NCC)
In Thompson and Hockham area, including parts
of the Peddars Way and Thompson Common Nature
Reserve. s01603 222769/01553 778018.
www.countrysideaccess.norfolk.gov.uk
26 Weeting Village Trail* Easy walking
around Weeting. 3 miles/5km.
38 Brandon Riverside Walk Two 2-mile picturesque
riverside walks passing through the river valley.
Forest Heath District Council. s01638 719214
44 Brandon Country Park Forest walks and
waymarked tree and history trail 1.25 miles.
(See Nature Reserves & Country Parks)
48 Little Ouse Path* A gentle 10 miles/16.25 km
walk through the Little Ouse valley linking Thetford
and Brandon. Often following the old towpath.
54 Knettishall Heath Country Park (SCC)
4 waymarked trails. (See Long Distance Routes,
Nature Reserves & Country Parks). s01953 688265
59 Warrener’s Walk (FC) Enjoyable walk to
discover some of the rare wildlife in Mildenhall
Woods. 3km
61 The Lark Valley Path Waymarked walk between
Mildenhall and Bury St Edmunds. 13 miles/20 km.
s01842 760116 or 01353 6620625
www.visitely.eastcambs.gov.uk
65 West Stow Country Park 125 acres to explore
with nature trail and network of paths.
(See Museums, Historic Houses & Sites.)
LONG DISTANCE ROUTES
Peddars Way & Norfolk Coast Path National
Trail A quarter of this distinctive route lies within the
Brecks, starting from Knettishall Heath. Much of the
route is accessible by bike and the less able.
www.nationaltrail.co.uk/peddarsway
Hereward Way Harling Drove to Rutland via
Peterborough, Ely and Brandon. 110 miles/178 km.
Guide booklet available from Cambridgeshire CC.
s01223 717445 www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk.
38 St Edmunds Way (SCC) Crossing Suffolk from
Brandon to Flatford, via Thetford and Bury St
Edmunds. 88 miles/142 km. s01473 264775
54 Angles Way (NCC) The ‘Broads to Brecks’ path,
linking Knettishall Heath with Great Yarmouth via
the Little Ouse and Waveney valleys. (See Walking
Groups.) 77 miles/124km.
54 Iceni Way Knettishall Heath to
Holme-next-the-Sea via Brandon and the Fens.
Ramblers’ Association (Norfolk Area).
s01953 861094
54 Icknield Way Path Knettishall Heath to the
Berkshire Ridgeway, via the Chilterns. 105 miles/165
km. The Icknield Way Association. (See Walking
Groups.) www.icknieldwaypath.co.uk
s01462 742684
WALKING GROUPS
The Ramblers’ Association Head Office
s0207 339 8500 www.ramblers.org.uk
The Ramblers’ Association (Norfolk Area)
sSheila Smith 01953 861094. Also produces guides
for The Peddars Way, Angles Way and Iceni Way.
The Ramblers’ Association (Suffolk Area)
sDave Hodgkinson 01842 761239.
The Icknield Way Association publishes a
comprehensive Walkers’ Guide and accommodation
list for the Icknield Way Path.
www.icknieldwaypath.co.uk s01462 742684
*Walking in the Brecks Pack with illustrated maps
and information on three routes as asterisked (*).
Available from TICs or www.brecks.org (order
form) or s01842 760116. Price £2 + P&P.
Norfolk County Council Health, Heritage and
Biodiversity Walks - Walks in and around the
Thetford Area. Booklet available containing 13
circular walks of varying lengths, ideal to fit in
with daily life.
For a copy contact s 01842 760116 or
[email protected]
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CYCLING
Harling Drove* An easy route for walkers
and cyclists through the heart of Thetford Forest. 10
miles/16.25 km.
5 Swaffham Bridle Route (NCC) passing through
rolling farmland, the pretty market town of Swaffham
and the pine forest of Swaffham Heath. The route is
mainly on tracks and minor roads. 21 miles/34 km.
17 Pingoland Explorer Trail* Family cycling
in the Thompson, Merton and Hockham areas.
12 miles/19.25 km
26 Weeting Area* A network of easy cycling routes
visiting local features of interest. 12 miles/19.3 km.
30 Round Brecks Explorer Route* A circular route
around the heart of the Brecks. 40 miles/60 km.
37 Flint Hunters’ Explorer Trail* Mostly off-road
trails, exploring the flint heritage of the Brecks.
15.5 miles/25 km.
39 Cycling in Thetford Forest Park (FC)
There are three waymarked trails through the
pine forests from High Lodge Forest Centre.
The Brandon Park and High Lodge loops are
both 6.5 miles/10.5 km long; The Black Route
(for experienced/advanced riders only) is
8 miles/12.9 km one way. (See Attractions.)
National Cycle Network Route 13 (Sustrans)
Passes through the Brecks between Watton and
Thetford. s0845 113 0065 www.sustrans.org.uk
[email protected]
Brecks Cycling Discovery Route
(East of England Tourism) Circular route,
centred on Swaffham, linking EcoTech wind turbine,
Cockley Cley Nature Reserve, Oxburgh Hall and
nearby Gooderstone Water Gardens.
(See Attractions/Historic Sites) 20 miles/32 km
or short cut of 10 miles/16 km. s01284 727470
www.visiteastofengland.com or download copy
of route from www.brecks.org.
LOCAL CYCLING ORGANISATIONS
Breckland Cycling Club
Geoff Muller s01953 889401
[email protected]
www.ccbreckland.org.uk
Mildenhall Cycling Club
Mandy Cook s01842 890721
www.mildenhallcc.org.uk
BICYCLE SALES AND REPAIRS
Bike Art, High Lodge Forest Centre. s01842 810090
www.bikeartthetford.co.uk
Cycle King, Bury St Edmunds. s01284 769902.
www.cycleking.co.uk
Mick’s Cycles, Bury St Edmunds. s01284 753946
Rudlings, Watton s01953 881760
BICYCLE HIRE
Bike Art (See Sales and Repairs) Bikes for use
in Thetford Forest or delivered to holiday
accommodation. All-ability cycles available.
*Cycling in The Brecks Pack with illustratred maps
and information on the five routes as asterisked (*) is
available from TICs or www.brecks.org (order form)
or s01842 760116. Price £3 + P&P.
HORSE RIDING
Thetford Forest Park (FC) Horse riders can enjoy free access on all Forestry Commission freehold
land. Carriage driving is allowed as above, but permits are required.
EQ UEST RI AN CENT RES
RIDING ROUTES
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2 Wideham Farm Equestrian Centre West Stow,
The Peddars Way Bridle Route*
Suffolk, IP28 6HE s 01284 729657
www.nationaltrail.co.uk/peddarsway
Harling Drove*
www.widehamfarm.co.uk
2 Swaffham Bridle Route (NCC).
8 Forest Edge Arena Swaffham, Norfolk PE37 8AS
s 01760 722616 www.forestedgearena.com
Downloadable from
49 Middle Harling Riding School East Harling,
www.countrysideaccess.norfolk.gov.uk
25 Hockwold-cum-Wilton Bridle Route (NCC).
Norfolk, NR16 2SQ s 01953 718756
www.middleharlingridingschool.com
Downloadable from
www.countrysideaccess.norfolk.gov.uk
36 Forest Park Riding and Livery Centre
45 Elveden Horse Course.
Brandon, Suffolk, IP27 0TF s 01842 815517
sTel 01842 890223. www.elveden.com
*Riding in The Brecks Pack containing illustrative
46 Icknield Way Trail. s01728 860429,
maps and information on two routes as asterisked
email: [email protected]
(*) available from TICs or www.brecks.org (order
form) or s01842 760116. Price £2 + P&P.
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MUSEUMS, HISTORIC
HOUSES AND SITES
5 Swaffham Museum Historic house in Swaffham’s
Market Place. Howard Carter Exhibition. Some access for
disabled visitors. s01760 721230
PE37 7DQ www.swaffhammuseum.co.uk ~
11 2 for1 Oxburgh Hall, (National Trust)
Oxburgh’s secret doors and priest’s hole make
this a house of mystery and history. Step back in time
through the magnificent Tudor gatehouse into the
dangerous world of Tudor politics and discover how
the house, and its owners, survived. Programme of events,
Garden, Shop, and Tearoom. Seasonal opening times.
s01366 328 258 PE33 9PS [email protected]
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/oxburghhall ∑◊s <~KΩw
16 Desert Rats Memorial (Monument) Easy access
footpath through original camp. Ω
25 2 for1 Grimes Graves (English Heritage) Britain's only
accessible prehistoric flint mine, dug by Stone
Age miners, 5000 years ago. Descend down 10m into one of
the original mines. Fascinating exhibition, virtual tour, family
explorer kit to hunt for wildlife. Open March- Oct (times and
days vary). No entry to the mines for children under 5 years
of age. Norfolk, IP26 5DE www.english-heritage.org.uk
s01842 810656 ∑Ω~¯
26 Weeting Castle Ruins of a medieval moated manor
house. (Not a castle!) (See Walking.)
37 Brandon Heritage Centre The fascinating story of
Brandon’s history from Neolitic times to the present day.
Open at weekends and Bank Holidays from Easter October. s07882 891022 IP27 0BX www.brandonheritage.co.uk Email: [email protected]
46 The Charles Burrell Museum Story of Charles Burrell
Works, manufacturer of world renowned traction engines
and agricultural machinery. Limited opening.
s01842 765840. IP24 1BN ∑¯~Ωw
47 Ancient House, Museum of Thetford Life
Set in a beautiful Tudor house, this museum
tells the remarkable story of Thetford and the Brecks.
Discover rich collections alongside audio guides, films and
animations. Open all year March 31 -Sep 1 Tues-Sat
10am-5pm www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk s01842 752599
[email protected] IP24 1AA ∑◊s ~w
Oxburgh Hall © Nick Ford
48 The Dad’s Army Museum Learn about TV’s Dad’s Army
which was filmed in Thetford and the town’s own Home
Guard. Visit as part of Guided Walk. Open every Saturday
10am - 2pm throughout the season, Tuesdays during July
and August. Other times & group visits by appointment.
s01842 751975 IP24 2DS www.dadsarmythetford.org.uk
56 Euston Hall Home of the Duke and Duchess
of Grafton. The Hall contains a unique collection of
paintings of the Court of Charles II. Church, watermill and
extensive gardens. Gift shop and tea rooms. Open
Thursdays from 16th June- 15th Sep, Sunday 7th Aug and
Sunday 4th Sep 2.30-5pm s01842 766366
www.eustonhall.co.uk IP24 2QP <~Ωw
57 Elveden War Memorial (Monument) Towering
corinthian column. A memorial to the Elveden
Estate villagers who died in the First and Second World
Wars. Ω
61 Mildenhall Museum See replica of the Mildenhall
Treasure. Mildenhall to Melbourne air race exhibition.
Open Easter-December. IP28 7EX. s01638 716970.
www.mildenhallmuseum.co.uk s ~
65 West Stow Anglo-Saxon Village & Country Park
A reconstructed Anglo-Saxon Village on its original site
with archaeology collection situated in a country park.
Open daily 10am – 5pm (last admission 4pm, 3.30pm
during winter) Entry by Heritage Ticket – pay once and visit
all year at West Stow and Moyse’s Hall, Bury St Edmunds.
www.weststow.org s 01284 728718
Email: [email protected] IP28 6HG
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1 Castle Acre Priory and Castle. This beautiful priory and
castle, set in the pretty Norfolk village of Castle Acre, offers
a wonderful day out for all the family. Enjoy interactive
displays, visit the recreated herb garden and explore the
nearby Castle earthworks and Bailey Gate. PE32 2AE.
Opening times: 1st Apr- 30 Sep 2011 10am- 5pm Mon-Sun,
Oct 10am-4pm Thurs-Mon. Disabled facilities, Dogs on
leads, æ Ωw audio tours
2 Narborough Hall Gardens One of Norfolk's most
beautiful and romantic private homes. Set in the valley of
the River Nar it is surrounded by ancient parkland, lakes and
woods. Visitors are free to explore the many walks. The
grounds are a haven for wildlife with rich and varied
habitats. Opening times: for the grounds, cafe, gallery, shop
and nursery are 11am - 5pm.Sundays, Wednesdays and
Bank holiday Mon, from Sun 21st Aug – Wed 28th Sept.
disabled access but some gravel paths. Dogs welcome on
leads. s 01760 338 827 PE32 1TE
Email: [email protected]
www.narboroughhallgardens.com
Please check opening times and facilities available at
attractions before you set off!
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AT T R A C T I O N S & A C T I V I T I E S
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The “Big Fish” Farm Visit and Nature Walk.
At Narborough Trout and Coarse Lakes. Gentle walk along
the SSSI river to trout farm and hatchery. See the big fish
being fed and continue over the bridge to the “Fox Covert
Wood” and “Fir Cathedral”. Fly and coarse fishing, tackle
shop and fresh and smoked products available on site. Open
all year. s01760 338005 PE32 1TE www.thebigfish.org.uk
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Ecotech Environmental Centre, Wind Turbine &
Organic Gardens Climb the wind turbine for fantastic views.
Cinema. Turbine Tours. Home to ‘Greenbird’ the worlds
fastest wind speed vehicle. Open 10am-4pm Mon-Fri all
year, weekends during Aug. PE37 7HT Booking essential.
s01760 726100 www ecotech.org.uk. ∑◊<Ωw¯
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Anglia Karting Go Karting for all the family.
Corporate events, clay shooting and family fun.
s01760 441777 PE37 8LL www.anglia-karting.co.uk
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10 Gooderstone Water Gardens Water gardens with a
natural trout stream, ponds, waterways, 13 bridges, plant
sales. Gardens open all year, - rustic roundhouse Tearoom
Open weekends & bank hols. 2 April to 30 May. Every day
(except Mons) from 31 May to 2 Oct. Please note both
garden & tearoom closed 29th April, and 24-26 June s01603
712913 or s07730 551945 PE33 9BP
www.gooderstonewatergardens.co.uk :◊s (<)KΩw
20 Iceni Brewery View the traditional brewing process and
experience the smell of real ale. Hop garden. Open all year,
closed Sundays. Drop in visits are free. Tours available.
s01842 878922 IP26 5HB www.icenibrewery.co.uk ~Ωw
28 World Horse Welfare Rehabilitation Centre Rescue
Rehabilitation & Rehoming Centre for horses. Guided tours,
Tractor trailer rides and Pony grooming, coffee shop that
offers a variety of hot & cold food and drinks. Dogs are
welcome on leads.Open Wednesdays, weekends and bank
holidays 10-4pm, Free Entry NR16 2LP
www.worldhorsewelfare.org s01953 499100
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35 Brandon Brewing View brewing on a small
scale at a craft brewery. Finest local ingredients. Sampling.
Normal opening 9am-5pm but telephone before visiting.
s01842 878496 or s07876 234689. IP27 AOU.
www.brandonbrewery.co.uk ~ s
42 English Whisky Co.Ltd - England’s only whisky
distillery. A unique opportunity to look around a full working
distillery. Coffee shop and gift shop. Lovely walk around the
grounds and along the river. Open 7 days a week for tours,
whiskey and gift shop, coffee shop. s01953 717939
NR16 2QW www.englishwhisky.co.uk
Email: [email protected] ~Ωw¯
40 Fun 2 Play An exciting, well-equipped children's play
centre. Open all year, 7 days a week for pay & play and
birthday parties. Large three level play structure with a giant
four lane astra slide, ball pools, spiral slide, tube slide and
many more fun features. Open from 10am - 6.30pm.
s01842 762600 . IP24 1XB. www.fun2play.ltd.uk < Ωw
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Thetford Forest & High Lodge Forest Centre
The Forestry Commission’s premier recreation
destination in East Anglia at the heart of
Thetford Forest. Over 70kms of cycle trail, 20kms of
walks and 50 pieces of equipment in the children’s
Play Arena. Gift Shop, café and ‘Live Music’ on the green in
June/July. Open all year, a site entry charge applies. Mobility
scooter available for free hire. s01842 815434 IP27 0AF
www.forestry.gov.uk/highlodge
Battlefield Live @ High Lodge - an alternative to paint-balling.
www.battlefieldlive-eastanglia.co.uk s0845 680 1970
Go Ape! Tree Top Adventure
The tree top adventure everybody’s talking about! With rope
ladders, tree-top crossings, Tarzan swings, zip wires and
safety training. Open every weekend in March and Daily
from April-Oct.pre- booking essential.
Go Ape! Forest Segway– Go Ape’s all terrain Segways takes
you exploring off-road on the latest clean green technology
– self balancing, electric Segways. Pre booking essential.
www.goape.co.uk s0845 643 9215
Bike Art Bicycle Hire and Sales
Summer open hours 9 to 5 weekdays 9 to 6
weekends. s01842 810090 www.bikeartthetford.co.uk
[email protected] :∑æ Ω?<~K¯w
43 Christmas Hill Farm Shop and café Traditional home
reared Longhorn and Belted Galloway beef, rare breed lamb
and mutton. Fresh, local and seasonal produce. See the
animals; watch the wildlife on our farm walk and nature
trail. For opening times: s01842 861144. IP27 9AB
www.christmashill.co.uk < ~KΩw
45 Breckland Leisure Centre & Waterworld
Fun leisure pool, waves, rapids, water cannons,
spa and flume. State-of-the-art fitness centre
& studio, racket sports, team sports and indoor bowls.
Croxton Road, Thetford, IP24 1JD
s01842 753110 www.leisurecentre.com <Ωw
53 Elveden Estate Shop & Café Restaurant The finest home
produced and locally sourced foods, home and garden
accessories, plus our AA* cafe restaurant. The Cafe
Restaurant host several event evenings a month, including a
wide range of theme nights. Open Daily. s01842 898068
IP24 3TQ www.elveden.com ∑h<~Ωw
64 Wyken Vineyards and Leaping Hare Restaurant and
Country Store Award winning Vineyard, Restaurant and
Country store. Produceing 5 award winning wines, selling
design led crafts, clothes and other country products.
Farmers Market held every Saturday 9am-1pm. Gardens
open throughout the Summer from 2-6pm (exp Saturdays)
Restaurant and shop open daily 10am-6pm.s01359 250287
www.wykenvineyards.co.uk [email protected]
IP31 2DW ∑◊<~Ωw
67 Fullers Mill Trust Garden An enchanting 7 acre creation
on the banks of the River Lark, combining a beautiful site of
light dappled woodland with a plantsman’s paradise.
Opening times available on enquiry. IP28 6HD
s01284 728248 www.fullersmillgarden.org.uk
◊Ω Disabled access. No dogs.
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13 Melsop Rare Breeds Farm Park
Large collection of rare breed animals, indoor and out door
play areas, gift shop and cafeteria.. Open daily 10 am- 5pm
except Mondays www.melsopfarmpark.co.uk
s 01953 851943. NR9 4NT
Email: [email protected]
7 Church Farm Stow Bardolph Rare Breeds Centre
Rare Breeds Centre with indoor and outdoor play areas,
events, tearoom and shop. s 01366 38216 PE34 3HU
Enquiries: [email protected]
Open: 17th Feb- 30th Oct 2011 10am-5pm Mon-Sun
12 The Dragonfly Gallery
Wide range of exhibitions by local artists. Mixed media
collections, solo shows, photography, art textiles, quilts and
ceramics have all been included. Free admission. Gallery is
seasonal.Open 10am – 4pm Mon-Fri, Sat 10am – 1pm,
closed Sunday. www.thewaylanddragonflygallery.co.uk
s 01953 880205. IP25 6AR
WILD BRECKS
NEW HEATHLAND
New Heaths created through Tomorrow’s Heathland
Heritage on forestry land (supported by Forestry
Commission, Norfolk Wildlife Trust and Natural England).
22 Cranwich Camp and Heath. Chalky grass heath.
Rare Brecks speciality plants, moths and beetles.
27 Hockwold Heath Mostly chalky grass heath.
34 Santon Warren Acidic heather and lichen heath. 40%
of Britain’s solitary wasp and bee species.
44 Brandon Park Heath. Acidic heather and lichen heath.
Access from Brandon Country Park. Adders, nightjars and
small copper butterflies.
50 Middle Harling Heath Chalky grass heath.
Rare purple-stem cat’s tail grass and sand catchfly.
62 Warren Hill, Mildenhall Acidic heather and lichen
heath. Woodlark, tree pipit and nightjar.
41 Brettenham Heath (NNR) (NE) Acidic heath with
heather and wavy grass-hair. Car Park. Public access Nov-Feb
44 Brandon Country Park (SCC) Free admission, tree and
history trail, orienteering course, heritage area, sculpture,
mausoleum. Open all year.Pay and Display car park.
s01842 810185. IP27 0SU :∑æ ◊Ω<?~K¯ w
51 Maids Cross Hill, Lakenheath (FHDC) Old gravel and
sand workings. A valuable habitat for Brecks speciality
plants. Ωs
52 Nunnery Lakes (BTO) Nature Reserve with lakes,
flood-meadows, rivers and heath. Permissive footpaths.
IP24 2PU ◊Kg
52 Nunnery Gardens (BTO)
Within BTO grounds, 5 gardens that demonstrate how to
provide wildlife habitats. Open during office hours.
IP24 2PU Ω∑
52 Barnham Cross Common (Thetford Town Council)
Chalky and acidic grassland, woodland and gorse scrub.
s01842 754247 Ωs
54 Knettishall Heath Country Park (SCC)
Car parking £1. Owned by the Riddlesworth Estate. Ponies,
sheep and Jersey Cows. (See Walking for more information.)
s01953 688265. IP22 2TE Kg∑æ s Ωw
55 Redgrave and Lopham Fen (NNR) (SWT)
Famous for the raft spider. Open daily. Café open weekends
and bank holidays. s01379 688333.
IP22 2HX Kg∑s Ω<~w¯ Disabled access.
59 Mildenhall Woods (FC)
Covers area of former Warren. Circular walk (approx 3 kms).
Interpretation and Warren Lodge (Lodge open for inside viewing
May 15th 10am-4pm). æ KΩs
58 Aspal Close, Beck Row (FHDC) Grassy heath with
spectacular pollarded oak trees.
65 Ramparts Field (SCC) Old gravel workings rich in
Brecks speciality plants. s01953 688265 Ω
66 Cavenham Heath (NNR) (NE) Ancient Brecks stony and
heather heath. Lichen, birch, roe deer and rabbits.
Wheatears and nightjars. On site parking reached from
Tuddenham Village. gKΩ
69 Lackford Lakes (SWT)
121 hectares of former gravel pits. Activities and events
programme throughout the year. Visitor Centre open:
Wed-Sun 10am – 4pm Nov–March; 10am-5pm April-Oct.
[email protected]
s01284 728706 - IP28 6HX
Disabled access g:∑K~ <s ¯Ωw
70 Micklemere, Ixworth (SWT) Small wetland nature
reserve with bird hide and interpretation.
Open all year. Parking at Pakenham Watermill. :Kg
NATURE RESERVES & COUNTRY PARKS
9 Cockley Cley Lake Nature trail through grazing
meadows beside River Gadder. Open Easter to end Oct.
Admission charge. s01760 724588. Kg:
14 Wayland Wood (NWT)
Impenetrable wild wood. Believed to be the site of Babes in
Wood legend. Ω
18 Thompson Common (NWT)
Nationally important wetland with pingo ponds created
during the Ice Age. open all year round, dawn till dusk. Free
entry. Map ref OS Landranger; grid ref TL 941 966.
s01953 498120 Kg
29 East Wretham Heath (NWT) Among the largest and
most varied of important wildlife sites in Breckland. The two
remarkable fluctuating meres Langmere and Ringmere
support a number of rare species. Open year round, from
dawn until dusk. Map ref: OS Landranger 144;
Grid ref: TL 913 887. Free access. KgΩs
32 Weeting Heath (NNR) (NWT) Best place in the Brecks
to see Stone Curlews. Rabbit-grazed grass heath. Visitor
centre open from March to July, 10am-5pm. map ref: OS
Landranger 143; grid ref: L 757 881. Entrance to nonmembers: £3; members and children free. IP26 4NQ s
01953 827615. :¯Ωs
38 Lakenheath Fen (RSPB)
298 hectares of former arable land converted to reedbeds
and grazing marsh with residual poplar woods providing
habitat for many species. Open all year. Visitor centre open
7 days a week (excl Christmas - New Year) 9am-5pm
(March-Oct) 9am-4pm (Nov- Feb). Events throughout the
year . IP27 9AD [email protected]
www.rspb.org.uk/lakenheathfen Kgæ ∑s Ωw¯¯
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PICNIC SITES
C O N TA C T S
The Brecks is a wonderful place to enjoy a picnic
and there are many sites which offer welcome
shade during the long summer months.
British Trust for Ornithology (BTO)
s01842 750050 www.bto.org
Forestry Commission (FC)
s01842 810271 www.forestry.gov.uk/england
Forest Heath District Council (FHDC)
s01638 719000
www.forest-heath.gov.uk
Natural England (NE)
s01284 762218 www.naturalengland.org.uk
Norfolk County Council (NCC)
s01603 222769
www.countrysideaccess.norfolk.gov.uk
Norfolk Wildlife Trust (NWT)
s01603 625540
www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
Royal Society for Protection of Birds (RSPB)
s01842 828662 www.rspb.org.uk
Suffolk County Council (SCC)
s01473 264775
www.suffolk.gov.uk/environment/
countrysideservices
Suffolk Wildlife Trust (SWT)
s01473 890089 www.suffolkwildlifetrust.org
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Brandon Country Park*
Knettishall Heath Country Park*
Rampart’s Field
West Stow Country Park*
Picnic Sites in Thetford Forest (FC)
15 High Ash
19 Lynford Arboretum
21 Lynford Lakes
23 Lynford Stag**
24 Gt Hockham
30 St Helen’s**
33 Two Mile Bottom
44 High Lodge Forest Centre*
59 Mildenhall Woods
60 King’s Forest
68 West Stow
*Toilet facilities available when site open
**Toilet facilities available Summer only
G E N E R A L I N F O R M AT I O N
RIVERS
There are many places to fish in the Brecks.
Contact a TIC or s01842 760116
T H E B R E C K S C OUNT RY CO DE
Take care of the Brecks; take care of yourself
Roads - Beware fast traffic on straight Brecks roads.
Take great care when crossing or turning right and
watch out for deer and wildlife on verges and
crossing roads.
Fire - Guard against all risk of fire. The Brecks can
be tinder dry in summer.
Ticks - Guard against tick bites which may carry
Lyme Disease. Remove any embedded ticks with a
gentle, twisting pull using tweezers.
Dogs - Keep dogs under close control. They can
be a serious menace to sheep, deer and other
wildlife.
Snakes - Adders may bite dogs and humans if
alarmed. Keep calm and seek prompt medical
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attention if bitten.
Military Activity - Stanford Training Area is used
day and night by the Army for live firing. Be
prepared for sudden troop movements and loud
noises.
Car Thieves - Don’t leave your valuables in view.
Flints - Flints can be razor sharp. Don’t forget your
bicycle puncture repair kit.
ACCESS FO R ALL
An “Access for All in The Brecks” leaflet presents a
variety of outdoor routes and information on
facilities available at many of the sites included in
this leaflet for those visitors with restricted
mobility. A copy of this leaflet and the Where to
Stay leaflet with details of accommodation that
can offer facilities for the less able can be
downloaded from www.brecks.org or
s01842 760116. You can also hire all-ability
cycles s01842 810090