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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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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.
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.
Fakenham
At Langham Glass you can watch live glassmaking demonstrations and even have a go yourself.
Norwich
Wroxham Miniature Worlds is the largest indoor model railway attraction in the UK with a massive displays for all ages.
King's Lynn
One of the largest personal collections in the world with 20,000 models on display.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bircham Newton
The Heritage Museum was established to conserve and display the memorabilia of the former RAF station and its satellite airfields. The Heritage Room was first opened in 2005 and is open to the public on a regular basis.
Cromer
Cromer Museum is set in a row of late 19th Century Victorian fisherman's cottages. The displays include geology, archaeology, old Cromer Gallery, Cromer lifeboatmen, the growth of tourism and Poppyland, and a Cromer At War presentation.
Wells-Next-the-Sea
Arts, heritage and community at the heart of Wells-Next-The-Sea
Cromer
Cromer ArtSpace aims to engage and inspire the local community with art in public places, encouraging audience engagement and participation by increasing the understanding of the arts.
Holt
Light and spacious established contemporary art gallery selling the best of modern and British paintings, prints, ceramics, jewellery, sculpture and glass
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
Guy Allen is an experimental printmaker, draftsman and talented young British artist.
Neatishead nr Horning
We are the largest museum in North Norfolk with over 2 rooms, temporary exhibitions, 3 cockpits & outside exhibits. Our Cold War Operations Room trumps Mission Control In the USA! We tell the story of Air Defence & Radar from WWII onward.
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