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Potter Heigham to Hickling Broad – autumn in the Broads

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Potter Heigham to Hickling Broad – autumn in the Broads

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Potter Heigham to Hickling Broad – autumn in the Broads

01:32

6.10km

10m

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Hickling is the largest of the Broads and is unsurprisingly a haven for wildlife. In autumn, its golden reedbeds, deep orange trees and huge blue skies are reflected beautifully in its still waters. This short loop from St Nicholas’ Church in Potter Heigham allows for a close acquaintance with Hickling…

by Broads National Park

Last updated: June 11, 2024

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3.42 km

Heigham Sound

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Heigham Sound is a clear lake that's popular with sailors and boaters. It's home to an abundance of rare birds and insects at all times of year, too. At this …

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4.86 km

Hickling Broad Bird Hide

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Hickling is the largest of all the broads. A year-round haven for wildlife, the nature reserve is home to many species of bird including cranes, goldeneyes, shovelers, marsh harriers, pochards, …

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5.39 km

Hickling Broad Nature Reserve

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A wonderful place for a gentle amble all year round, Hickling Broad is a haven for wildlife. The nature reserve here covers 1,500 acres (600 ha), while the lake is …

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6.05 km

St Nicholas' Church, Potter Heigham

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A wonderfully attractive building, St Nicholas' is known for its hammerbeam roof and its unique 15th-century brick font. It’s set slightly away from the village, overlooking picturesque fields. The round …

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6.10 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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3.49 km

1.59 km

1.02 km

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5.08 km

1.02 km

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Saturday 30 May

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November 7, 2023

Hickling is the largest of the Broads and is unsurprisingly a haven for wildlife. In autumn, its golden reedbeds, deep orange trees and huge blue skies are reflected beautifully in its still waters. This short loop from St Nicholas’ Church in Potter Heigham allows for a close acquaintance with Hickling

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Potter Heigham to Hickling Broad – autumn in the Broads

Heigham Sound

Hickling Broad Bird Hide

Hickling Broad Nature Reserve

St Nicholas' Church, Potter Heigham

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