Jarrold Bridge – Norwich Cathedral loop from Norwich

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Jarrold Bridge – Norwich Cathedral loop from Norwich

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Jarrold Bridge – Norwich Cathedral loop from Norwich

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3.49km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 1.42 km for 261 m

Open: • dawn-dusk (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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675 m

Cow Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

Interesting feature on a pretty river walk. Just around the corner from the beautiful Cathederal District.

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1.38 km

Bishop Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

A surprisingly nice area to stop and the Red Lion opposite is a cracking pub for a pint

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2.01 km

Sitting Figures

Highlight • Monument

Lynn Chadwick’s angular steel work Sitting Figures, 1989, can be spotted in the Lower Close.

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2.10 km

Celebrating everyone’s favourite marmalade-loving bear!
The beloved bear can be found sitting on a bench near to the Cathedral’s Herb Garden, clutching one of his famous marmalade sandwiches and waiting to meet visitors young and old!

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2.28 km

Norwich Cathedral

Highlight • Historical Site

Norwich Cathedral is a stunning church dating back to 1096. Built from cream-coloured limestone, the cathedral took over 50 years to complete. You can visit the second largest cloisters in …

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2.36 km

St George's Church, Tombland

Highlight • Religious Site

The church can be reached via Tombland Alley if you want atmospheric photos.
From here, the otherwise cheerful and bright church appears dark and mysterious.

Catholic services are held here, and the community describes itself as "relaxed and inclusive"

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2.39 km

Tombland Alley and Historic Gates

Highlight • Settlement

Once the heart of Saxon Norwich, Tombland Alley was the marketplace and would have been full of hustle and bustle. The two splendid gates, Erpingham and St Ethelbert's lead out …

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