Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike
Full Marathon
Fundraising pledge: £250
Half Marathon
Fundraising pledge: £250
What's included in your registration fee?
About the Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike
The Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike is one of our flattest routes, starting in Cromer and heading towards Holkham Hall.
You’ll walk along the beautiful Norfolk shoreline, passing through picturesque fishing villages and along sweeping sandy beaches, with some sections of shingle to keep you on your toes!
Hike solo and meet friends along the way or sign up with a team of friends and family for a memorable day together.
Take a deeper dive into the Norfolk Coast route and track the terrain and elevation of every mile, thanks to this 3D route video from the lovely people at Relive!
“The food was amazing, the toilets all clean, the cups of tea were amazing!!” Deanna, Norfolk Coast 2024
Laura's Mighty Hike journey
“I had no idea that Macmillan provided grants and boy did I cry when it was given to me.”
Laura was diagnosed with breast cancer in August 2021. Due to the financial impact of cancer, covering the cost of her rent and heating was a major worry.
"Calling up the Macmillan Support Line was straightforward and not as daunting as I thought. She just let me talk and cry. It was far removed from the more clinical, time-limited conversations I’d had in the hospital; on the Support Line it was very personal and I felt I had as much time as I needed. At the end of the conversation, I felt relieved that I could cover the rent and heating for another month."
Mighty Hikes support
We have many resources to help you prepare for your hike, including how to set up your fundraising page. You can also join our Facebook group and meet the Mighty Hikers community.
Frequently asked questions
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When and where does the Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike start and finish?
The full and half marathons will start at Runton Road Car Park, NR27 9AU.
The half marathon finishes at Blakeney Playing Fields, NR25 7PG. The full marathon finishes at Holkam Hall, NR23 1RP.
The full marathon waves will start every 20 minutes from 06:50, and the half marathon waves will start every 20 minutes from 08:00.
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What is the Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike route?
The Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike full marathon follows the coast from Cromer to Holkham Hall. The Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike half marathon also follows the coast from Cromer, but finishes at Blakeney. Both routes follow the coastal path for the majority of the hike.
View the routes on Google Maps.
You can also view the GPS routes with elevation graphs for the full marathon and half marathon.
Please note that the routes can be subject to change following health and safety inspections. Any key changes will be communicated on the day.
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What are the route highlights for the Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike?
Along this stunning route, you'll experience:
1. The Norfolk Coast National Landscape - one of the UK's most unspoiled coastal areas.
2. Iconic Norfolk Windmills - spot these historic landmarks dotting the landscape (through probably not all 300!) as you hike.
3. Blakeney Seals - keep your eyes peeled for them on the sandbanks! -
Where should I stay for the Norfolk Coast Mighty Hike?
We recommend staying close to either Cromer, Holkham or anywhere just off the A149 between those locations if you want a shorter journey before and after your hike.
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How do I get there?
We recommend having access to a vehicle or bike to get to this event. Cromer is easily accessible via the A148 and A149, and Holkham can be found just off the A149.
Parking for the full marathon will be available at both the start venue, Runton Road Car Park, NR27 9AU, and also at the finish venue, Holkham Estate, NR23 1RP. For the half marathon, parking will be available at the start venue, Runton Road Car Park, NR27 9AU.
For the full marathon, free shuttle buses will run to the start line on the morning of the hike from Holkham Hall, and also from the finish venue to Runton Road after the hike. There will also be free shuttle buses from the half marathon finish line to the car park in the afternoon.
You can book parking and shuttle buses when you register.
You can also check here for local bus routes, but please note that we can't guarantee that public transport will be running at the time you will be starting and finishing your hike.
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What if my Mighty Hike gets cancelled?
If your Mighty Hike is cancelled for any reason, you'll be contacted by email and text, and live updates will be made to this FAQ document with all the information you need.
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Potential training routes in and around Norfolk
Volunteering at a Mighty Hike
Don’t fancy hiking?
Become a Mighty Hike volunteer instead!
From helping with registration to handing out medals and bubbly at the finish line, there’s a role for everyone. It’s the perfect opportunity to try something new, meet like-minded people and explore beautiful corners of the UK.
Every hour you give makes a Mighty difference.
See other Mighty Hikes
Don’t fancy this one? No sweat! We’ve got many other beautiful Mighty Hikes in all corners of the UK, hilly and flat, so you can find the perfect challenge for you.