Wild marshes, nature-rich fens, beguiling mill buildings, big skies and a gorgeous boatyard, this walk encapsulates much of what makes the Broads so special. Starting from Eastwood Whelpton boatyard, the …

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Eastwood Whelpton Boatyard and Palmers Hollow Post Mill

With its impressive fleet of vessels, Eastwood Whelpton is a classic Broads boatyard. Located on the edge of the village of Upton, it connects to the River Bure via Upton …

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1.20 km

Upton Broad and Marshes Nature Reserve

A gorgeous reserve in the heart of the Broads, Upton Broad and Marshes hosts several distinctive habitats. Its mix of alder carr woodland, fen, reedbed and grazing marsh makes it …

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6.13 km

Upton Black Mill

Also known as Upton Black Mill due to its tarred black tower, Upton Tall Mill is a classic Norfolk drainage mill. It's thought to date back to around 1800 and …

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6.77 km

River Bure and Drainage Mills

On this stretch of the River Bure you can see two examples of drainage mills, Upton Mill and Oby Drainage Mills. The mills pump water from the dikes out to …

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7.96 km

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7.38 km

582 m

Surfaces

5.99 km

1.74 km

235 m

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Broads National ParkNovember 14, 2023

Wild marshes, nature-rich fens, beguiling mill buildings, big skies and a gorgeous boatyard, this walk encapsulates much of what makes the Broads so special. Starting from Eastwood Whelpton boatyard, the loop explores Upton Broad and Marshes nature reserve, follows the lazily meandering River Bure and

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Upton Marshes loop – best walks in the Broads

Eastwood Whelpton Boatyard and Palmers Hollow Post Mill

Upton Broad and Marshes Nature Reserve

Upton Black Mill

River Bure and Drainage Mills

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