Horsey Windpump – Horsey Windpump and Café loop from Winterton-on-Sea
Horsey Windpump – Horsey Windpump and Café loop from Winterton-on-Sea
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Horsey Windpump – Horsey Windpump and Café loop from Winterton-on-Sea
02:03
51.5km
150m
Road cycling
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 28, 2026
Tips
Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route
After 5.46 km for 186 m
After 41.7 km for 52 m
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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290 m
Winterton-on-Sea Church
Highlight • Other
Tip by
5.56 km
Horsey Windpump
Highlight • Historical Site
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5.66 km
Horsey Windpump and Café
Highlight • Historical Site
Owned by the National Trust, the mill (pump), built in 1855, is in the process of being restored. It should be fully functional by autumn 2018. Helpful and friendly volunteers are keen to share their knowledge about the mill.
It was used to pump water from the drainage ditches which are below sea level up into the river.
In the 19th century there were about 250 of them, now only 4 are left, having been replaced by far more efficient (and less romantic) electric pumping stations.
The pump would have been manned by a marsh man and his boy 24/7.
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7.33 km
Poppylands
Highlight • Cafe
Tip by
31.7 km
River Bure at Horning
Highlight • River
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32.9 km
Horning Marina
Highlight • Rest Area
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38.3 km
Ludham village and St Catherine's Church
Highlight • Historical Site
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41.7 km
Potter Heigham Bridge
Highlight • River
It dates back to the 13th century and is believed to be one of the oldest surviving bridges in Norfolk.
Potter Heigham Bridge is a popular spot for tourists and boaters exploring the Norfolk Broads. During the boating season, it can get quite busy with vessels navigating through the narrow arch, making it a fascinating sight for visitors.
Tip by
51.5 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
38.2 km
11.9 km
892 m
281 m
205 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
49.6 km
1.47 km
227 m
139 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
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