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.

Natalie

January 13, 2023

Running

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.

Gimble Thoroughfare

January 14, 2023

Running

This "Footpath" can get used quite heavily by mountain bikers so be aware. Their generally a good bunch though 👍🏻

Nearby routes

Best routes near Barsham Marshes

4.6

(20)

108

hikers

1. Beccles Marsh Trail – family walks in the Broads

11.6km

02:58

30m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

2.7

(3)

hikers

2. Beccles loop of the River Waveney — The Broads National Park

12.3km

03:07

30m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

4.8

(5)

hikers

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

13.2km

03:21

30m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

Details

Informations

Elevation 0 m

Weather

Today

Friday 13 March

12°C

2°C

0 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h

Most visited during

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

See nearby routes

Take Me There

Location: Gillingham, South Norfolk District, Norfolk, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

Other Popular Places to Check Out

The Locks Inn at Geldeston

Beccles Old Bridge

Scenic Country Lane

Hardley Cross Monument

Southwold Harbour

Limpenhoe Mill and River Yare Views

Mettingham Castle

Dunwich River in Corporation Marshes

St. Andrew's Parish Church, Mutford

Rockland Broad

Bridge Over the River Waveney

View of Beccles

Barsham Marshes

1. Beccles Marsh Trail – family walks in the Broads

2. Beccles loop of the River Waveney — The Broads National Park

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

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Sign up or log in to keep exploring this route

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️