Felbrigg Great Wood and eastern parkland circuit

Start at the map boards in Felbrigg Hall’s main visitor car park, near Cromer. This longer estate circuit links the northern Great Wood paths with the lake and the eastern farmland perimeter. Head past the outside of the walled garden and climb the eastern Victory V avenue into Great Wood. Continue around the northern woodland loop, then follow the western estate path down towards the lake. From the southern end of the lake, take the track along the field edge to Marble Hill, turn north on the eastern boundary path and return by the visitor drive to the main car park. The mapped route is about 6.2km; allow around 2 hours 30 minutes for the woodland slopes, uneven paths and pauses by the lake. This circuit includes northern woodland and the southeastern farmland perimeter rather than the shorter church and lake walk. Gravel tracks alternate with grass and compacted-earth paths, with roots, gates and muddy patches after rain. The lake is deep: stay on the path. Close gates and give grazing animals space. Keep dogs on leads in designated areas and throughout the estate from 1 March to 31 July. The return uses a slow visitor drive, so watch for cars. Estate access is free and the park is open dawn to dusk. Main parking costs £5 for non-members; National Trust members park free after checking in. Toilets and the Squire’s Pantry tea-room are near the hall, with seasonal opening hours. House and garden visits have separate admission. Check current notices and on-site signs before setting out. Route and access checked against the National Trust’s current Felbrigg visitor map and estate information: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/norfolk/felbrigg-hall-gardens-and-estate