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Bishop Bridge – Norwich Cathedral loop from Norwich

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Bishop Bridge – Norwich Cathedral loop from Norwich

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Bishop Bridge – Norwich Cathedral loop from Norwich

01:22

5.31km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 19, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 1.57 km for 261 m

Open: • dawn-dusk (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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785 m

River Wensum Riverside Walk

Highlight • River

A flat, paved path leads you along the serene River Wensum that runs through the heart of Norwich. You'll be afforded views of canal boats and historic buildings as you jog along the water.

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1.86 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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2.10 km

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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2.57 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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3.34 km

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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3.38 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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5.31 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.46 km

1.20 km

909 m

514 m

188 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.26 km

1.95 km

392 m

347 m

321 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 2 September

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Bishop Bridge – Norwich Cathedral loop from Norwich

River Wensum Riverside Walk

Bishop Bridge

Cow Tower

Jarrold Bridge

Norwich Cathedral

St George's Church, Tombland

Tombland Alley and Historic Gates

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