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Climb The UK - Beacon Hill (Norfolk)

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Laura Gabell
on the June 11, 2021

Laura rated this “very good“

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The highest point of Norfolk (yes, it does have one!) climbed in a lovely coastal circuit from West Runton.

Climb The UK county tops challenge 2017 www.alexstaniforth.com -- A walk to the summit of Beacon Hill and the highest point of Norfolk from Beach Car Park

easy

Distance 7.3 km

1:53 h

92 m

99 m

109 m

10 m

The highest point of Norfolk county as climbed by Alex Staniforth during his Climb The UK challenge in 2017, climbing all 100 UK county high points in 72 days for Young Minds. Here's the route to try it for yourself. To find out more please visit www.alexstaniforth.com

A gentle and varied route, starting on roads in the village before following a bridleway through dense woodland of Fair Lady Plantation. After Sandy Lane you cross the lane to the summit of Beacon Hill, marked by a large white pole with a clearing in the trees giving a glimpse of the coast. Descend via forested tracks past the remains of the Augustinian Priory, it's worth adding in Beeston Bump for a great coastal viewpoint, and returning along the cliffs via the Norfolk Coastal Path.

Start/finish: Beach Car Park, Water Lane, West Runton

Great spot for an ice cream! There is a small cafe and toilet facilities available.

Difficulty

easy

Technique

Stamina

Highest point

109 m

Lowest point

10 m

Start

Coordinates:

OS Grid

TG 18415 43118

52.940984, 1.249079

DMS

52°56'27.5"N 1°14'56.7"E

UTM

31U 382339 5867140

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Coordinates

OS Grid

TG 18415 43118

52.940984, 1.249079

DMS

52°56'27.5"N 1°14'56.7"E

UTM

31U 382339 5867140

w3w

///nimbly.schools.loom

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Equipment

Basic Equipment for Hiking

Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
Layered, moisture wicking clothing
Hiking socks
Rucksack (with rain cover)
Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
Sunglasses
Hiking poles
Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
First aid kit
Kit para bolhas
Bivy / survival bag
Survival blanket
Headlamp
Pocket knife
Whistle
Cell phone
Cash
Navigation equipment / map and compass
Emergency contact details
ID

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Laura Gabell

June 11, 2021 · Community

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Danny Neely

May 12, 2021 · Community

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Lesley Wills

September 14, 2020 · Community

Varied fairly easy walk with some nice views

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Difficulty

easy

Distance

7.3 km

Duration

1:53 h

Ascent

92 m

Descent

99 m

Highest point

109 m

Lowest point

10 m

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