Little Ouse Path
Distance: 10 Miles
Start: Thetford, Norfolk
Finish: Brandon, Suffolk
The Little Ouse Path is a 10 mile long waymarked trail linking the towns of Thetford with Brandon. With excellent public transport links between the two, the Little Ouse Path is a perfect days walk that explores ancient historic sites and offers plenty of wildlife spotting opportunities.
Day 1: Thetford to Brandon (16.7km)
Before heading out on the trail I was aware of some of the incredible historic sites in Thetford. Right by the start of the walk are the ruins of St Mary’s Priory.
Time to head out onto the trail now in the direction of Brandon!
The Little Ouse River.
Following the Little Ouse Path and St Edmund Way.
The route follows a long section of the river.
The gentle flow of the river is interrupted by a Weir.
Looking down river.
Getting close to the Power Station where the river is crossed.
Santon Downham Church.
After several miles away from the river, the Little Ouse is re-joined at Santon Downham.
The Little Ouse near Brandon.
A final photo about 1/4 of a mile from the end of the trail in Brandon.
