Castle Acre Bailey Gate – Castle Acre Castle loop from Narborough

Castle Acre Bailey Gate – Castle Acre Castle loop from Narborough

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Castle Acre Bailey Gate – Castle Acre Castle loop from Narborough

01:45

42.6km

240m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.65 km

Narford Hall

Highlight • Historical Site

The hall is only just visible over the hedge as you go past. Easy to miss if you're not looking out for it.

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9.96 km

Swaffham Market Place Gazebo

Highlight • Structure

The Market Cross cafe on the north side is a good option for a refreshment stop: open 7 days a week until 4pm (later on Fridays).

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13.2 km

North Pickenham Communication Tower

Highlight • Structure

An impressive structure which dominates the skyline on the road to Swaffham near the northern edge of the old North Pickenham RAF base.

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32.7 km

Castle Acre Bailey Gate

Highlight • Historical Site

The fantastic bailey gate here reminds me of a similar specimen I saw in Belgium at Veurne. Not far from here is the Red Lion Hostel which is run by …

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32.8 km

Wittles Café

Highlight • Cafe

Fantastic cake and coffee with really friendly service. Castle Acre is the first viable pitstop along the Peddars Way after leaving Thetford/ Knettishall Heath.

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33.0 km

Castle Acre Castle

Highlight • Castle

Good fish and chips 🍟 shop. But beware it accepts cash only. However there is a Spar and Post Office next door.

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37.2 km

The Stag, West Acre

Highlight • Pub

A wonderful little pub in West Acre that is very quirky and has some great food, looks like it has some great music nights too, the toilets were... a work of art, a must visit if you're in the area!

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37.4 km

West Acre Priory Gatehouse

Highlight • Historical Site

A beautiful village, clustered around a pretty central green dominated by the ruined remains of the Priory Gatehouse. Sitting in the node of numerous footpaths and bridleways, it's a great …

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