Day 4: East of England itinerary

Day 4: Peterborough - King's Lynn

Go to Day 1 | 2 | 3 | 4

Peterborough - King's Lynn: 39½ miles (63.6 km)
Totals for day: 39½ miles (63.6 km)

Enjoy a day at the Castle Rising Castle

Castle Rising Castle (King's Lynn)

From Peterborough, the final part of your tour takes you to King's Lynn and the magnificent Castle Rising Castle. Building began on this fine Norman structure around 1140. The rectangular keep, one of the largest, was built by William D'Albini to celebrate his marriage and it stretches over 12 acres of land.

Must see and do:

Castle Rising (www.castles-abbeys.co.uk/Castle-Rising-Castle.html) | Sandringham (www.sandringham-estate.co.uk/Index.asp?p=1) | Tales of the Old Gaolhouse (www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/default.aspx?page=21849) | Caithness Crystal Visitor Centre (www.caithnessglass.co.uk/caithness.htm) | Guildhall of St George (www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-stgeorgesguildhall) | Eau Brink Cacti (www.cactus-mall.com/eaubrink/index.html)

Go to Day 1 | 2 | 3 | 4

Legoland in Windsor

Get your Great British Heritage Pass

For any of you garden lovers or those planning a history or heritage themed trip around Britain, the essential "buy before you leave" product is the Great British Heritage Pass. Providing free entry into over 600 castles, gardens and stately homes across the length and breadth of Britain, it really is the key to unlocking Britain's secrets.

For full details and to order click here

back to top
back to top

Search