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.
Full Linear Route Directions
Maps showing the route, direction of travel, features and points of interest
Photos throughout the walk
4 short circular walks taking in parts of the Little Ouse Path
The Little Ouse Path is a short 10 mile long way-marked trail linking the towns of Thetford with Brandon and largely follows the towpath of the Little Ouse River across the unique Breckland landscape. With the exploration of Thetford's amazing historic sites and time spent looking for wildlife, it is a thoroughly enjoyable full day out. This short guidebook shows the route across the Brecks, highlighting hidden and exciting points of interest along the way.
Paperback | Page Count: 32
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.
