(Beginners) Royal Sandringham & Red Chalk Cliffs of Hunstanton Day Hike

Schedule

Sat Mar 28 2026 at 07:45 am to 07:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

ibis London City - Shoreditch | London, EN

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Get ready for a day that combines amazing geology, royal history and wild coastal beauty across two of Norfolk's most iconic destinations!
About this Event

We'll begin our day at the elegant seaside resort of Hunstanton, where its famous striped cliffs reveal 100 million years of Earth's history in three vivid bands: gleaming white chalk at the top, deep red chalk in the middle and warm orange carstone at the base. Walking along the beach with these ancient cliffs as your backdrop is genuinely spectacular – there's nowhere else in Britain you can experience this remarkable natural “layer-cake”! We'll then follow the Wolf Trail to uncover the legend of St Edmund, England's first Patron Saint and Hunstanton's most famous visitor, before continuing to the charming village of Old Hunstanton, with its wide sweep of golden sand, rolling dunes and colourful beach huts.

Next, we’ll step onto royal ground. Sandringham has been the private country retreat of the British monarchy since 1862 – cherished by four generations and the Royal Family’s traditional home for Christmas and New Year. Here we’ll explore Sandringham Country Park, opened to visitors by the Royal Family in 1968, wandering through open heathland and beautiful woodland of Corsican and Scots pines, oak, sweet chestnut and silver birch.

This trip is suitable for BEGINNERS – a great way to experience hiking before joining our more difficult trips! 🤩
DISTANCE & DIFFICULTY

Distance: 8 miles (13km).
Ascent: 100m.
Difficulty: Easy.
ITINERARY

07:45 Meet outside ibis London City – Shoreditch Hotel, 5 Commercial St, E1 6BF (near Aldgate East Station)
08:00 Sharp departure
10:45-12:45 Hike along the North Sea to Hunstanton's iconic striped cliffs and the golden beach and dunes of Old Hunstanton
13:15-14:00 Lunch at Sandringham
14:00-16:00 Hike to the ancient Royal Woods of Sandringham and Wolferton
16:15 Departure
19:00 London, we'll drop you off next to Bow Road Underground Station
TRANSPORT
As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus.
SAFETY
The hike is led by an experienced, Outdoor First Aid qualified hike leader.


BOOKING
You’re welcome to book and pay via Eventbrite. However, to get the best price and avoid the Eventbrite commission (around £7), we recommend booking directly through our Meetup page or emailing us at [email protected]


THE PRICE OF £78 INCLUDES

  • Transport throughout the trip
  • Experienced, professional PSV minibus driver
  • Guiding on all hiking routes by an experienced and qualified Mountain Leader
  • Professional event organisation
  • Group first aid kit with qualified first aiders
  • Admin fee
  • 20% VAT

THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Personal insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects, and personal trekking insurance)


HOW TO CONTACT US
For all enquiries, please email us at [email protected] We'll usually get back to you within 4 hours.
WHAT TO BRING

  • Suitable hiking shoes with ankle support
  • Sunscreen (if sunny)
  • Waterproof and windproof jacket and trousers (if there is a chance of rain)
  • Water (min 1L)
  • Packed lunch (optional)
  • Walking poles (optional)

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Agenda

🕑: 07:45 AM
Meet outside ibis London City – Shoreditch Hotel, 5 Commercial St, E1 6BF
🕑: 08:00 AM
Sharp departure
🕑: 10:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Hike to Hunstanton's iconic striped cliffs, beach and dunes of Old Hunstanton
🕑: 01:15 PM - 02:00 PM
Lunch at Sandringham
🕑: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Hike to the ancient Royal Woods of Sandringham and Wolferton
🕑: 04:15 PM
Departure
🕑: 07:00 PM
London, we'll drop you off next to Bow Road Underground Station
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ibis London City - Shoreditch, 5 Commercial Street, London, United Kingdom

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