East of England day 4

Day 4: Peterborough - King's Lynn

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Peterborough - King's Lynn: 39½ miles (63.6 km)
Totals for day: 39½ miles (63.6 km)

Castle Rising Castle (King's Lynn)

From Peterborough, the final part of your tour takes you to King's Lynn and the magnificent Castle Rising Castle. Building began on this fine Norman structure around 1140. The rectangular keep, one of the largest, was built by William D'Albini to celebrate his marriage and it stretches over 12 acres of land.

Must see and do:

Castle Rising (www.castles-abbeys.co.uk/Castle-Rising-Castle.html) | Sandringham (www.sandringham-estate.co.uk/Index.asp?p=1) | Tales of the Old Gaol House (www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/default.aspx?page=21849) | Caithness Glass Visitor Centre (www.caithnessglass.co.uk/visitor-centre/) | Guildhall of St George (www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-stgeorgesguildhall) | Eau Brink Cacti (www.cactus-mall.com/eaubrink/index.html)

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Get your Great British Heritage Pass

For any of you garden lovers or those planning a history or heritage themed trip around Britain, the essential "buy before you leave" product is the Great British Heritage Pass. Providing free entry into over 580 castles, gardens and stately homes across the length and breadth of Britain, it really is the key to unlocking Britain's secrets.

For full details and to order click here.