Today this beautiful and valuable farmland is protected by a network of drains, embankments and pumps and makes ideal cycling country. The elegant man-made waterways are ideal for boating and fishing, and fenland villages like Denver, Outwell and Three Holes provide a friendly stop-off point, whatever your mode of transport.
The natural environment of the Fens provides fantastic opportunities for bird watching, cycling, horse riding and walking. Downham Market is a great base to explore the surrounding countryside and get out and about in the great outdoors. Walking trails in the Downham Market area include the Denver Sluice and The Fens walk, the ‘Health Heritage’ and Biodiversity walks (with more information available from the Norfolk County Council walks site).
For further information, download a copy of the Downham Market Mini Guide, or visit one of our Tourist Information Centres for a printed version of the guide.
