Best walks to or from Downham Market

Downham Market Station to King's Lynn Station

An excellent, predominantly rural riverside route along an embankment beside the river, on mostly flat, firm ground through meadows. It is very exposed to wind and rain with no shelter and there is a step-over stile at the Downham Market end. Follows the Fen River Way; very quiet away from King's Lynn. Several interesting churches along the river are worth visiting, including the ruined church at Wiggenhall St Peter.

20km. Moderate ascents.

The route is fully exposed to the weather with no shelter from wind or rain. A step-over stile at the Downham Market end limits access.

Lunch: A couple of pubs along the way.

Documented by Slow Ways — download GPX route

Downham Market Station to Brandon Station

Tough: 32km. Gentle ascents.

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Littleport Station to Downham Market Station

Flat and straightforward along the river bank, with little shade. The first part beside the busy, noisy A10 is not enjoyable; the route becomes quieter and more pleasant after the river bends away at Denver Cruising Club and though some minor roads are busier than expected. Follows the Fen Rivers Way.

19km. Gentle ascents.

Loose dogs were encountered near a property around 1km south of Denver Sluice, one of which bit a walker; the minor road between Ten Mile Bank and Denver Sluice was busier than expected; little shade on hot days.

Lunch: The Jenyns Arms pub at Denver Sluice now appears to be permanently closed, so carry your own refreshments.

Documented by Slow Ways — download GPX route