End of the Peddars Way – Ringstead Downs Nature Reserve loop from Ringstead

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King'S Lynn And West Norfolk

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End of the Peddars Way – Ringstead Downs Nature Reserve loop from Ringstead

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End of the Peddars Way – Ringstead Downs Nature Reserve loop from Ringstead

03:14

12.5km

70m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 11.1 km for 263 m

Open: • Thursday (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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Norfolk Songline Sculpture – Hawson Pattern

Highlight • Monument

The last of the Norfolk Songline Sculptures by Tom Perkins stands before the final stretch of the Peddars Way to the sea. Together with other similar sculptures along this national …

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End of the Peddars Way

Highlight • Viewpoint

This point marks the end of the Peddars Way, an iconic 49-mile (79 km) trail through some spectacular Norfolk countryside. From here, follow signs for The Norfolk Coast Path to complete the national trail.

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Norfolk Coast Path Signpost at Holme-next-the-Sea

Highlight • Trail

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Holme Dunes National Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

Located on the northwest tip of Norfolk where The Wash flows into the North Sea, Holme Dunes nature reserve attracts thousands of migrating birds and diverse wildlife. Look out for …

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Ringstead Downs Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural Monument

An important expanse of chalk grassland, Ringstead Downs is a nature reserve and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). It has never been ploughed and boasts diverse wildlife, for example, around 20 butterfly species.

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12.3 km

Ringstead Village Sign and Picnic Area

Highlight • Rest Area

Lovely village with a great village store (which is like a Tardis for Dr Who fans) , stocking absolutely everything including food, antiques, essentials and fresh produce. The Gin Trap …

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12.5 km

The Gin Trap Inn

Highlight • Pub

They've been serving "Farmers, Traders, Fishermen and Smugglers since 1668" and now cyclists.
Good Food but didn't sample any of the 100 plus gins since I was on the bike.

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