COVID-19 Rock Snake

A few miles east of King's Lynn lies one of Norfolk's oddest historical curiosities - a rock formation locals call the COVID-19 Rock Snake. It's exactly what the name suggests: a long, sinuous arrangement of stones that gained its modern moniker during the pandemic, though the rocks themselves have been here far longer, weathered by centuries of Norfolk wind and rain.

The formation snakes across open ground, and if you're into geology or just enjoy spotting natural quirks, it's worth a detour. The real appeal is less the rocks themselves and more what they say about how communities nickname and claim local landmarks - this one stuck because it genuinely does resemble a coiled serpent when you look at it from certain angles.

Walkers will find it a decent leg-stretch if you're already in the area, though don't expect anything dramatic or particularly demanding. You're not talking about a major scramble or a lengthy hike - this is a quick stop, maybe thirty minutes if you're taking photos and musing about Norfolk's sense of humour.

If you're basing yourself at Kings Lynn Caravan & Camping Park, the three-mile distance makes it an easy morning outing before heading elsewhere in Norfolk. Admission is free, naturally. It's the kind of spot that appeals more to curious walkers and local history buffs than to families hoping for structured entertainment, but if you're in the region and enjoy spotting the small, strange things that make a place memorable, it's worth finding.