Geldeston to Beccles Walk

1. Wherry Inn to Locks Inn Pub

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The route begins at the Wherry Inn in Geldeston. The village of Geldeston actually dates back to Roman times. You will walk west for a short distance along Gillingham Road before turning left down Locks Lane. It is at the end of Locks Lane that you will come to Locks Inn Pub. Geldeston Lock, which marks the head of the River Waveney is nearby.

2. Locks Inn Pub to the Northgate

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At the beginning of this section, you will need to cross over three bridges. You will be walking along the side of a wood with some fields on your right. Further along, you will have Roos Hall on your left. It was originally owned by a Norman Night, rebuilt in 1583 and a year later was visited by Queen Elizabeth 1. After passing Roos Hall, you will need to turn left into Puddingmoor and this will then lead you into Beccles. St Michael's Church will be on your left whose tower was unusually built seperately from the church. The route will take you along Northgate up to the junction with Fen Lane. Walking along Fen Lane with bring you to Beccles Quay and the Broads Authority Information Centre.

3. Northgate to Wherry Inn

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If you do not want to visit Beccles Quay or the Broads Authority Information Centre, turn left and cross the bridge over the River Waveney. Follow the footpath finger posts and then go down the steps onto the river wall. You will then walk along the river bank which will then bring you to Geldeston Dyke. The Dyke is an artificial channel which provided a navigable route from the river to Geldeston. At the end of the dyke the path leads you to the Wherry Inn for a well earned drink.