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North Norfolk has one of the largest artistic communities in the UK. With its many galleries for artists, sculptors and potters, as well as theatre, dance and outdoor concerts, there’s always so much to see and experience.
North Norfolk has an array of festivals, exhibitions, shows, theatres and events to enjoy throughout the year. There are carnivals and festivals celebrating arts, enjoying the outdoors, offering family fun and there are events exploring the area's heritage; so there's something for everyone in north Norfolk.
Unique to north Norfolk is Cromer Pier Pavilion Theatre, the only one of its kind in the country which stages traditional variety shows as well as live music events. There are several theatres in north Norfolk, including Sheringham's Little Theatre and Hunstanton Princess Theatre. Cinemas are perfect for rainy days and keep an eye out for the pop up cinemas during the summer. Screen-next-the-Sea in Wells is a community cinema, which holds regular screenings and a film festival and Wells Maltings is a theatre and cinema showcasing local and national talent.
There are events all year round celebrating the arts as well as live classical, pop, rock and clubbing outdoor music events in stunning venues including Holkham Hall and the National Trust's Blickling Hall.
As well as being well known for great events, there are several landmarks in the area that inspired many famous writings. The coast, countryside and Norfolk Broads became well-known over the years, when famous writers, poets and authors were inspired to create important literary works. North Norfolk has also been the backdrop for many films and TV programmes.
If you're look for festivals and carnivals, north Norfolk is the place to be! All year round there are events celebrating the area's heritage and past. Popular festivals include The Viking Festival, The Crab & Lobster Festival, COAST Arts and Sheringham Carnival.
Discover Arts and Culture in North Norfolk
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Norwich
Discover a complete Norfolk estate with something for everyone. With a breath-taking red brick mansion, magnificent gardens and historic parkland, one day is never enough.
Walsingham
Ruined Augustinian Priory, place of medieval and modern pilgrimage. Gardens, woodland, snowdrop and river walks. Visit the Shirehall Museum and discover the story of Walsingham since 1061 and Walsingham Bridewell, a Georgian prison.
Hoveton
There is so much to see and do at Wroxham Barns, including shopping in craft studios, delicious food from the onsite café and coffee shop, and seasonal fun on Junior Farm and Fun Park.
Norwich
Felbrigg Hall is beautiful country home full of hidden delights. It has a fabulous Walled Gardens and endless acres of parkland to explore and enjoy.
King's Lynn
One of the largest personal collections in the world with 20,000 models on display.
Fakenham
At Langham Glass you can watch live glassmaking demonstrations and even have a go yourself.
Wells-next- the-Sea
Explore acres of parkland with a stunning stately home, tranquil Walled Garden and fascinating Holkham Stories Experience. With cycle an boat hire, ropes course, delicious food and drink, tempting shopping and a multitude of amazing events.
Weybourne
The Muckleburgh Military Collection is Norfolk's largest working museum of military vehicles including tanks, guns & a large range of other weapons. Located at Weybourne Military Camp. Gift shop and restaurant.
Norwich
Wroxham Miniature Worlds is the largest indoor model railway attraction in the UK with a massive displays for all ages.
King's Lynn
Palladian Mansion built for Britain's first Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole. Award-winning 5-acre walled garden, Deer Park, Model Soldier Museum, Contemporary sculptures, Café & Gift Shop.
Norfolk
Home to the award-winning only full season end of pier show in the world and over fifty of the finest touring shows in the UK all year round!
Norwich
A unique complex surrounded by 4 acres of exquisite gardens and home to some of the region's most accomplished craftspeople. Shopping, gardens and cafe.
Stalham
Stalham Firehouse Museum is one of the oldest in the country.
Stiffkey
In the Maritime Heritage Centre we tell the story of Dunkirk veteran local lifeboat, Lucy Lavers. We have displays of our fishing and wooden boat building heritage, including crab fishing, whelk fishing, and fishing life and communities.
Fakenham
Victorian technology, domestic nostalgia, local history. Visit Fakenham Museum of Gas & Local History for a glimpse into the bygone age of gas light and Fakenham's local history.
Holt
A paint your own pottery studio in the beautiful Georgian town of Holt. Your creations will be ready in days.
Cromer
This inspiring museum tells the story of Henry Blogg 'the greatest lifeboatman of all time'. Together with his crew, he risked his life to rescue 873 people from the sea.
Cromer
Printing and Presentation solutions of your treasured photos and artworks!
Repps With Bastwick, Great Yarmouth
CLOSED FOR RESTORATION IN 2022.The Wind Energy Museum is home to a unique collection of wind power exhibits, some dating back 200 years. Set in 2.5 acres on the edge of the Norfolk Broads, we offer guided tours of the site.
Norwich
Welcome to the only museum of Broadland life. Discover stories of the Broads, its people, wildlife and landscape. Take a boat trip and enjoy the riverside setting at Stalham Staithe, the northern gateway to the Broads National Park. Dogs and…
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