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The sign dubiously claims a max gradient of 15%. My Wahoo topped out at just over 6% which felt about right.

big View across the fen

The kitchen typically closes at hour before the cafe does so get here in plenty of time if you want to order food.

4km long road through the heart of Thorpe Woodlands. Includes a 2.5km and a 1.25km straight, linked by a gentle curve, that are wide with a fairly even surface and sheltered from the wind by the trees: perfect for an interval session or a fast pace line.

The approach from the A1066 to the south offers a short but fast descent (max 7%) to the River Thet, a rarity in this part of the world. Watch out for the off-camber 90 degree left turn at the bottom, with a large pot hole in the middle, which can easily catch you out.

Nice location opposite the village church. There are a few tables out front where you can sit with your bike.

As the name aptly suggests; it's all in the photos. Nothing more to add. I was on a 200km touring ride, not attempting a KOM or some such. A very pleasant surprise nonetheless to hv encountered it - had no previous knowledge of its existence - glad to hv found it by pure coincidence. Always brings a smile to face to see cycling 'non-business' related stuff. Just pure awareness, friendly 🚲 stuff. 🙂

Great coffee and a Bacon sandwich

Great pub to stop off at on your way through. Friendly staff and locals. Stopped here twice on our cycling weekend in the area.

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Scenic setting, tucked against the woods. Access is down a unmade track if you want a closer view so only suitable on road tyres in good weather.

Interesting round tower church. Worth a visit.

Generic bit of Norfolk country road. Nothing exceptional, and some fast traffic.

Excellent bike friendly cafe. Good food, friendly staff, nice outdoor seating and decent bike parking.

Freehouses are usually a good bet for a lunch stop. Convenient location, if by a bit of a busy road.

You might catch it, you might not. The van and trailer actually pulled up while I was cycling past! But I wouldn’t count on it for a planned stop.

Many local cafes only open at the end of the week and weekends so this can be a good bet for earlier or midweek.

Quite a grand church with elaborate stonework. There’s a cafe just to the north (Thu-Sat only) and a general store just to the south.

Only open Thursdays to Saturdays and closes at 2.30 but a nice little place if you catch it.

The Well cafe in Hopton, just down the road, is open on Thursdays to Saturdays if you’re looking for an alternative.