Bishop Bridge – Jarrold Bridge loop from Costessey

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Costessey

Bishop Bridge – Jarrold Bridge loop from Costessey

Hard

runners

Bishop Bridge – Jarrold Bridge loop from Costessey

02:22

22.1km

110m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 11.3 km for 261 m

Open: • dawn-dusk (otherwise closed)

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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612 m

Green Hills

Forest

4.13 km

Wensum Bridge and Sweet Briar Marsh

Highlight • River

4.70 km

Sweet Briar Marsh

Nature Reserve

6.75 km

Wensum River crossing at Gunton Recreation Area

Highlight • River

Dismount and go into the Gunton recreation area for a break by the river. You can cross easily by foot if you have a towel.

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9.16 km

Norwich Castle

Highlight • Castle

Norwich Castle looks very special from the outside. A cube-shaped fortress from the time of the Normans. Today it is a museum that deals with history, but also exhibits works …

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10.5 km

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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11.4 km

Pulls Ferry

Highlight • Historical Site

from the cathedral head to the river for a lovely walk in gardens to cow tower and beyond.

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11.6 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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12.3 km

Jarrold Bridge

Highlight • River

13.0 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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