The Broadsman 100

105km cycling event starting from Lound village hall, nr Lowestoft, Suffolk. Controls at Sea Palling, Reedham Ferry and Lound., plus 1 information control.

The route takes you through much of The Broads National Park, including Hickling, Hoveton, Wroxham, Salhouse and Ranworth. It includes a number of quiet lanes and picturesque villages, particularly Woodbastwick (look out for the Wherry real ales brewery) and a ferry ride at Reedham. There is a nice and interesting stretch along the Norfolk coast from just north of Gt Yarmouth to Sea Palling (passes Horsey Windpump National Trust property). At one of the control options in Sea Palling you might be interested to look at the photo’s of the 1953 floods. Also plenty of ice cream opportunities!

Along the route

Key: Cafe Convenience Store Restaurant Service Station Supermarket

Lound itself is a quiet village with a rich agricultural history. It’s nestled in the beautiful Suffolk countryside and near the Broads, a unique network of wetlands and rivers that stretch across East Anglia. The village hall is a hub for local events, and the surrounding area offers peaceful rural walks.
The Mardle Café  The Village Maid

Horsey Windpump is a historic and picturesque windpump located in the village of Horsey, on the Norfolk coast. Horsey Windpump dates back to the early 19th century. It was originally constructed around 1912 as a smock windmill, a traditional design characterized by a wooden tower with a slanted roof, and was used to pump water from the marshes of the Norfolk Broads.
Horsey Windpump Tea Room

Sea Palling is a small seaside village located on the Norfolk coast. The coastline around Sea Palling is part of the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), which includes dramatic cliffs, sand dunes, salt marshes, and tranquil beaches. The area is rich in wildlife and natural beauty, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and birdwatchers.
Dunes Café at Waxham Barn

Hickling is a small village located in the Norfolk, the village lies within the Norfolk Broads National Park. The Hickling Nature Reserve, managed by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB), is a key part of the area’s wildlife conservation efforts. It is a protected space that provides a safe habitat for a range of birds and other wildlife, and it includes trails and hides for birdwatchers.
The Greyhound

Acle is a small town located in the heart of the Broads region of Norfolk. It was originally a village, but over time it grew into a market town, largely due to its strategic location along key trade routes and its proximity to the river.
Co-op  Premier Stores  Scooters Café

Woodbastwick is a small, picturesque village located in the Norfolk Broads. The village’s historical roots are reflected in its traditional Norfolk cottages and architecture. A notable attraction in the village is the Woodbastwick Brewery, a family-run craft brewery that produces a range of locally brewed ales.
Fur & Feather Inn

Reedham Ferry is a quaint and historic ferry crossing located in the village of Reedham, which lies in the Bure Valley in Norfolk. The Reedham Ferry is a chain ferry that operates across the River Yare, one of the main rivers in Norfolk. It is a small, manually operated boat, typically powered by a chain that runs along the riverbed, pulling the ferry across the water. Don’t forget your fare!
Reedham Ferry Inn

Key Information

Facilities

	GPS files available from organiser		Secur(ish) luggage storage at start
	Mudguards required		Parking at start
	Free or reasonably priced refreshments at start and/or finish		Toilets at start
	‘shoestring’ event, few or no facilities or AUK controllers

Route Detail