Thompson Common is an important habitat for wildlife, with dragonflies, damselflies, otters and pool frogs all in residence. The common is famous for its pingos, post glacial depressions that look like small ponds.

Andy

August 29, 2023

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Really nice easy walk good on a warm day with shelter from the forests

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Best Hikes to Thompson Common Pingos and Ponds

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1. The Great Eastern Pingo Trail

11.6km

02:57

30m

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

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2. Thompson Water – Pingo Pond on the Pingo Trail loop from Caston

9.05km

02:18

20m

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

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3. Thompson Water loop from Thompson

7.58km

01:56

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 30 m

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Wednesday 21 January

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Max wind speed: 26.0 km/h

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Location: Thompson, Breckland District, Norfolk, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

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Thompson Common Pingos and Ponds

1. The Great Eastern Pingo Trail

2. Thompson Water – Pingo Pond on the Pingo Trail loop from Caston

3. Thompson Water loop from Thompson

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