Beccles Old Bridge – View of the River Waveney loop from Broome

South Norfolk District

Broome

Beccles Old Bridge – View of the River Waveney loop from Broome

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Beccles Old Bridge – View of the River Waveney loop from Broome

01:18

32.3km

120m

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

Tips

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The Broads

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.30 km

Wainford Mill Silo and Weir

Highlight • Rest Area

The portage point, makes a great rest stop just through the gate off the road-side by the bridge.

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2.37 km

Étude Coffee at The Silo

Highlight • Cafe

Originally built in 1958 as a grain silo, and decommissioned in 2016, this imposing building now takes on a new lease of life. On the Norfolk-Suffolk border, overlooking the beautiful …

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4.67 km

Mettingham Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Mettingham Castle is a fortified manor house that was created in the 14th Century. Given to monks to create a college, after the dissolution of the monasteries it was sold …

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5.74 km

Crow’s Nest Wood Road

Highlight • Cycleway

Quiet country lanes

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23.2 km

Great selection of freshly prepared food, hot & cold drinks also ice cream is available too.
There is indoor and outdoor seating. Secured bike at rails out the front of cafe.
Opening hours 09:00 - 15:00

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23.5 km

Beccles Old Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beccles is a picturesque town on the edge of the Broads. The old iron bridge (built 1884), crossing the River Waveney offers great views of the boats moored up at the quay.

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23.5 km