The Elizabeth Way - Heacham to Kings Lynn Walk

17.1 miles (27.5 km)

The Elizabeth Way is a dedicated long distance trail that bridges the gap between the coastal village of Heacham and the historic maritime town of King's Lynn.
This ambitious route weaves together an ever-changing tapestry of Norfolk’s landscape, starting along the salt-sprayed shores of The Wash where walkers can frequently spot seals, gulls, and gannets.... From the coastline, the path moves inland to follow segments of the atmospheric disused railway line that once connected Hunstanton to the rail network, leading you through the wilder terrain of Dersingham Bog and the sprawling heathlands of the area.
As you trek southward, the trail passes through the pioneering nature recovery project at Wild Ken Hill, a diverse habitat home to over 2,500 species including recently introduced beavers. The journey is as much a lesson in ecology as it is in royal heritage, as the path climbs through fragrant pine plantations into the heart of Sandringham Country Park. This landscape, a regular residence of the Royal Family since the 1800s, offers a meticulously maintained parkland setting that provides a stark, elegant contrast to the rugged coast.
The final leg of the walk takes you through the village of Castle Rising, famous for its formidable Norman castle and well-preserved medieval earthworks. After crossing the woodland and quiet country lanes near the A149, the route concludes at The Walks in King’s Lynn. This historic destination is notably the only surviving 18th-century town walk in Norfolk, providing a grand and leafy finish to a journey that encompasses the very best of the county's maritime, natural, and regal history.