West Runton and Beeston Regis Heath

A dog walker on Incleborough Hill

Important notice -

In line with government guidance, our countryside space is open for local visitors to access for walks. We ask all visitors to follow guidance on social distancing to keep everyone safe.

Woods, heaths and the best coastal views

More about this place

A family enjoying the outdoors in autumn or winter

Visiting information for this winter 

In England and Northern Ireland, our gardens, parks and countryside remain open for local people to exercise. Shops, houses and other indoor areas are closed, and cafés are takeaway only. The safety of our staff, volunteers and visitors from the nearby community remains our priority and we urge you to book your visits in advance and stay local. All places in Wales are currently closed. Please check the property webpage before you travel.

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West Runton and Beeston Regis Heath

Things to see and do 

Bare branches, winter scene

The natural wonders of winter 

Now that winter is well and truly set in, whether it is rainy, snowy, or frosty, a walk will let you experience the very special seasonal sights and sounds.

Dog on lead

Walking the dog 

A wonderful place to walk your dogs.

Napoleonic signal station at Roman Camp

Watching over our coast 

Roman Camp has long been used to keep watch over our coast for invaders or smugglers.

Looking out to sea from Roman Camp

Cromer Ridge-how was it created? 

When you are standing near the old signal station (next to the main car park) you are on one of the highest points of the Cromer Ridge.

Dark clouds over the sea

Three things to look out for on a winter walk 

A winter walk at wonderful West Runton will not only give you wide ranging views over the woods and heaths to the sea but also you will see a variety of birds, fungi and insects.

Saxo-medieval iron pits archaeology

Iron smelting  

You may stumble across shallow pits while walking around the property. The pits were formed when iron nodules were dug up and used to produce iron.

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West Runton and Beeston Regis Heath

Get involved

Volunteers clearing gorse to encourage the heather

Join the West Runton and Beeston Regis Heath team 

Get more involved with the work of our team here. Our main role is removing plants that have a tendency to overrun the other, more delicate, species. Working mainly from September to March, we do make time to stop for tea breaks.

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