We are the Huntingdonshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Marion K.
Peddars Way is a 46 mile National Trail that passes through Suffolk and Norfolk from
Kettishall Heath to Holme-next-the-Sea. Peddars is derived from the Latin ‘pedester’, which
means on foot. This route was named the Peddars Way from the 15th and 16th century in
honour of the pilgrims who walked to the religious village of Walsingham. There is
archaeological interest of the Roman road whose route the trail follows as well as quaint flint
churches, prolific birdlife and varied countryside.
Two walk options -
Longer walk: Little Cressingham to Castle Acre 11.75 miles. Walk leaders Juris and Jane
Shorter walk: North Pickenham to Castle Acre 7 miles. Walk Leaders Marion and Jean
The cost is £17 per head non-refundable. There will be 16 places allocated for each group
that will be allocated on a first come first served basis when confirmation of payment is
received.
Timings
* Pick up will be at Longstanton Park and Ride at 8.30
* Drop off at Little Cressingham approx. 75 minutes later
* Drop off at North Pickenham 10 minutes later
* Pick up at Castle Acre at 17.00
* Drop off at Longstanton Park and Ride 18.15
Booking details
To book your place please email: hrlocalwalker@gmail.com with your name, email address
and mobile number that can be used on the day and state whether you want to join the
longer or shorter walk. If you don’t mind then please indicate this as it is helpful for the
organisers to try to balance up the numbers in each group.
Payments should be made by bank transfer to:
* Account Name The Ramblers Association (CB2) Reg Charity 1093577 - may appear as The Ramblers Assoc
* Sort code 608301
* Account number 20130073
* Ref: COACH+YOURSURNAME
Castle Acre
Attractions at Castle Acre include the Castle and Bailey Gate (free entry) and the Priory (free
for English Heritage members or £8 concessions booked on line). Castle Acre is a very rare
and complete survival of a Norman planned settlement both founded by the Warenne family.
The first William de Warenne founded the castle soon after the conquest. In the 12 th century
it was given a strong keep and further defended with large banks and ditches. They are the
finest medieval castle earthworks in England.
Castle Acre Priory was founded in 1090 by the second William de Warenne, the workplace
for monks, refuge for pilgrims, stopping point for royalty, clergy and nobility. The Priory is
remarkably complete with cloisters and a two storey 24 seater toilet block. There is an
interactive display of the building of the churches, a recreated herb garden and an audio tour
featuring 15 th century chant from the Castle Acre songbook.
The village also has pub, café and facilities. Visiting the Priory is optional but available if you
have the time at the end of the walk.
