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East Of England

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

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East Of England

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

Hard

24

runners

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

02:42

25.4km

110m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 9, 2026

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Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

67 m

Beccles Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

This area has a fascinating history from the Saxons and Romans to maritime history and farming. Beccles Museum is usually open throughout the summer season, from April to October. Located …

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2

11.5 km

Bridge Street, Bungay

Highlight • Pub

Bridge Street is a pretty and colourful little street that leads from the heart of Bungay to the River Waveney. The characterful Chequers Inn is one of the oldest buildings …

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3

22.4 km

Barsham Marshes

Highlight • River

Back in 1986, a hoard of 51 Saxon coins and a Saxon brooch were found in Barsham Marshes by the river bank. An excavation of timber posts dating to 75BC has also taken place in the area.

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4

23.8 km

View of Beccles

Highlight • Viewpoint

5

24.2 km

The River Waveney at Beccles

Highlight • Viewpoint

The River Waveney runs from Redgrave in Suffolk to Breydon Water, Great Yarmouth and acts as the boundary between Norfolk and Suffolk. From Beccles bridge it is tidal so has a very different feel beyond this point.

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6

24.4 km

View of the River Waveney

Highlight • Viewpoint

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

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7

24.4 km

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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8

25.2 km

Beccles Bell Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

You can climb to the top for £3. Views across The Broads

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B

25.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.4 km

4.24 km

3.57 km

1.69 km

307 m

212 m

Surfaces

13.7 km

7.19 km

3.83 km

673 m

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Thursday 9 July

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