St Helen's, Santon Downham

Santon Downham, Norfolk, England

Description

River Little Ouse. Leave kit at the bridge and walk upstream approx 350m to get in and Swoosh back to the bridge. Watch out for the swans! Shallow in places but swimmable in winter. There are underwater obstacles in the form of old fences/barriers so look for them as you walk up and swim in the middle to avoid. Summer is very busy with families and paddleboarders. Alternatively get in at bridge and swoosh approx 30m downstream getting out at next beached area.

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Beached access to the water

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