Where can you stay on the Peddars Way?

In villages along or near the route, including Great Cressingham, Castle Acre, Great Massingham, and Ringstead.

Do you need to book accommodation in advance?

Yes, it is recommended to book ahead, especially during busier months, as options along the route are limited and spread out.

Are there places to stay directly on the trail?

Some accommodation is located directly on the route, particularly in Castle Acre, while others require a short detour into nearby villages.

How far apart are places to stay?

Often around 10–15 miles, depending on availability.

Can you walk the Peddars Way without booking ahead?

You can, but options are limited, so planning in advance makes it easier.

Where to Stay on the Peddars Way

Places to Stay ›

Accommodation on the Peddars Way is spread across villages along or just off the route. Most walkers plan the route over several days, staying in places such as Great Cressingham, Castle Acre, Great Massingham, and Ringstead before reaching Holme-next-the-Sea.

Staying Along the Route

The route passes through accessible countryside, with villages at regular intervals.

Overnight stops are usually spaced around 10–15 miles apart, depending on where accommodation is available.

Most stays are not directly on the trail, so short detours into nearby villages are often part of the route.

Southern Section: Knettishall Heath to Castle Acre

Accommodation is limited at the start but increases as the route reaches its first villages.

Knettishall Heath

‍‍Located around 3 miles from Knettishall Heath, Euston provides early access to the route and works well as a starting base.

Grange Farm
A countryside stay near Euston, offering accommodation close to the start of the Peddars Way, suitable for walkers and cyclists using this early section of the route.

Great Cressingham‍

A short distance from the route, Great Cressingham is one of the first practical stopping points.

The Olde Windmill Inn
A village inn close to the Peddars Way, offering rooms and food for walkers starting or completing an early section.

Mid-Route: Castle Acre and Surroundings

Castle Acre

Castle Acre is one of the main stopping points along the route.

The village sits directly on the trail and provides access to food, rest, and accommodation. It’s a natural place to stop, with Castle Acre Priory, a significant historic site managed by English Heritage, located just beside the trail.

‍The Ostrich Pub
A village pub in the centre of Castle Acre, offering rooms and food.

Great Massingham

‍Around a mile from the route, Great Massingham provides additional options.

The Dabbling Duck
A village inn offering rooms and food within easy reach of the trail.

Northern Section: Approaching the Coast

As the route moves north, accommodation becomes more closely linked with both the Peddars Way and the Norfolk Coast Path.

Ringstead

Ringstead is a useful stopping point near the final section.

The Gin Trap Inn
A village inn close to where the Peddars Way meets the coast, making it a practical stop before or after finishing.

At the northern end, Holme-next-the-Sea marks the meeting point of inland and coastal routes, with further places to stay nearby.

Planning Your Stay

Accommodation along the Peddars Way is limited, so it’s worth planning ahead, particularly in spring and summer.

When planning your route, consider:

Distance between villages
Availability of accommodation
Detours off the route
Your daily walking distance

The route is flexible underfoot, but overnight stops are shaped by where accommodation is available.