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Bure Valley Railway & Path

Thought to be the only traffic-free path in Britain that runs alongside the entire nine mile length of the track from Aylsham to Wroxham taking walkers and cyclists through some stunningly beautiful English countryside.

Description
Pricing
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Description

The Bure Valley Path for cycling and walking, is a nine-mile route through the picturesque Bure Valley between historic Aylsham and Wroxham in the heart of the Broads. It follows the narrow-gauge Bure Valley Railway and with its scheduled services you can visit the picturesque villages at Brampton, Buxton and Coltishall on request. Bikes can be accommodated (subject to space).

Linking with the Marriott’s Way at Aylsham.

Owned and managed by Broadland District Council, the path runs alongside the entire length of the narrow gauge Bure Valley Railway.

So whether you’re hopping on and off the Bure Valley Railway or taking a longer trip, the Bure Valley Path is a great trail to discover. And with the Bittern Line train (Norwich to Sheringham) stopping at Hoveton and Wroxham it’s easy to leave the car behind.

Parking: In Hoveton or nearby Wroxham.

Pricing

Tickets can be purchased at Aylsham and Wroxham Stations.
Online booking is advisable owing to reduced capacity.
Aylsham To Wroxham

Aylsham/Wroxham Single – Train Return – Train Return – Train & Cruise
Adult (16+) £9.00 £14.50 £22.00
Child (5-15)* £5.50 £7.00 £13.50
Family (2 adults + 2 children) – £37.00 –
Dog £2.50 £3.50 £3.50
Cycle** – – –

* Under 5’s Travel Free. Max 2 per fare-paying adult. Any under 5’s must be able to travel within the same compartment as adults and will not be assigned an individual seat.
** Owing to reduced capacity we are currently unable to carry cycles

Opening Times

Aylsham station is open 7 days a week

Gift shop and model shop
Our shop at Aylsham station is open 7 days a week – all year round.
Except Christmas Day & Boxing Day

On days that the trains are running the shop is open between 9:00am and 5:30pm and at all other times between 9:00am – 5.00pm

Whistlestop cafe
The Café at Aylsham station is open 9:00am and 5:00pm, 7 days a week, all year round.
Except Christmas Day & Boxing Day

Wroxham station is only open when trains are running.

Bure Valley Railway & Path
Aylsham Station
Norwich Road
Aylsham
Norfolk
NR11 6BW