Bigod Way Walk
Route facts
Waterways:
River Waveney »
Distance: 10 miles / 16km
Duration: 5 hours
Circular route from: Bungay
This walk, and others like it, have been set up by the Broads Authority which, along with landowners and local authroities, is responsible for stiles, bridges, signposts, waymarking discs and also keeping the paths clear.
This is a very scenic and varied walk taking you through the market town, Bungay. The Bigod Way was set up by Bungay Town Council. By taking the walk, you will enjoy lots of interesting historical features, landscapes and also wildlife.
There are waymarking arrows along the route which are yellow on brown discs.
Waypoints
1. Bungay Staithe to Bigod Way
The walk begins at Bungay Snaithe and from here you will need to follow the way markings to Bigod's Castle which was built by Hugh Bigod in the 11th century. The castle was rebuilt about 1300 by Roger Bigod, the remains of which still stand today. There is a picnic area on the castle's outer bailey gives wonderful views across the countryside around Bungay. From the castle, you will be lead along the Bigod Way which you can walk in either direction. There are a lot of wildlife around here and also historical features and interesting landscapes. The path will also cross with the Angles Way which follows the Waveney and Little Ouse Valleys.
2. Bigod Way to Bungay Staithe
Continue to follow the waymarking arrows as you carry on along the walk. You will pass by many marshes throughout the walk which supply a awonderful habitat for a range of wetland wildlife. You will arrive at Bath Hills which, following a cold spring, led to Bungay being a spa town where many people came to be healed. The small village nearby, Ditchingham, is known nationally for its convent and hospital.
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