Christmas Eve at Congham Woods and mince pies

Kings Lynn Group

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Overview

A nice circular walk through pine woods, along a disused railway line and returning through Congham village for warming mince pies at Holly Lodge.

Wednesday, 24 December 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 11:45 am

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 4.8km / 3.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Features

Car parking available
No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:: TF 71114 25273
Nearest postcode:: PE31 6BJ
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Park in layby on A148, opposite the Sandringham turn. Please park well in at west end of layby away from vehicles using the hot dog stall.

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