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View of Barton Broad – Barton Broad Boardwalk loop from Horning

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View of Barton Broad – Barton Broad Boardwalk loop from Horning

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View of Barton Broad – Barton Broad Boardwalk loop from Horning

02:32

10.00km

20m

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

Last updated: May 10, 2026

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6.16 km

Barton Broad Alder Carr Boardwalk

Highlight • Trail

Barton Broad's alder carr woodland would be inaccessible to walkers but for an excellent boardwalk that leads to a fine viewpoint across the water. This type of wet woodland is like a lost world, little pockets of undisturbed wildernesses. Expect a plethora of ferns, liverworts and mosses.

While perfect for wheelchairs and buggies, bear in mind that dogs are not permitted on the boardwalk, with the exception of guide dogs.

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6.26 km

View of Barton Broad

Highlight • Viewpoint

This viewpoint looks over the expansive freshwater lake of Barton Broad in Norfolk. The lake features gorgeous reed beds and waterlilies that provide home for a number of wonderful bird species including marsh harriers, bitterns, and great crested grebes. Boating enthusiasts are often seen exploring the lake's waters too.

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6.46 km

Barton Broad Boardwalk

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Dug out during the medieval peat industry's heyday, today Barton Broad is a haven for wildlife. This boardwalk gives access to a lovely viewpoint across the water, while also letting you get up close to the alder carr woodland. The fens here are home to some nationally rare invertebrates, including the iconic swallowtail butterfly.

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7.34 km

Irstead Church

Highlight • Religious Site

Irstead is a charming village on the River Ant in the Norfolk Broads region. The village itself is small, with a population of around 200 people, and is characterised by its traditional thatched-roof cottages and historic church. There’s a bench where you can sit by the water, so it’s an ideal village for a picnic.

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7.42 km

Irstead Village on the River Ant

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The idyllic village of Irstead is located on the edge of the Norfolk Broads, nestled alongside the river Ant. The village features a number of quaint thatched cottages, a picturesque church, and a pleasant rural charm.

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Way Types & Surfaces

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4.27 km

3.94 km

1.41 km

367 m

Surfaces

3.24 km

2.98 km

1.41 km

1.29 km

965 m

< 100 m

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Friday 10 July

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View of Barton Broad – Barton Broad Boardwalk loop from Horning

Barton Broad Alder Carr Boardwalk

View of Barton Broad

Barton Broad Boardwalk

Irstead Church

Irstead Village on the River Ant

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