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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. Wells Maltings is a theatre and cinema showcasing local and national talent.
For arts, head to Houghton Hall. Constructed in the 1720s for Britain's first Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole, Houghton Hall is now the residence of the 7th Marquess of Cholmondeley, a direct descendant of Sir Robert Walpole, and his family. The Sculpture Park features an impressive permanent collection of contemporary sculptures. Each year sees new world-renowned artists' exhibiting their at the Hall and grounds, including Antony Gormley, Tony Cragg and Magdalene Odundo. The Hall is also home to the world's largest private collection of model soldiers in the Model Soldier Museum.
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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 Holt Festival, The Crab & Lobster Festival and Wells Carnival.
Discover Arts and Culture in North Norfolk
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Melton Constable
Pottery workshop and shop in North Norfolk, just a quick 15-minute drive from the beautiful coastline.
Sheringham
A stunning museum located on Sheringham's seafront which tells the fascinating story of Sheringham's history.
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
Visit the Glandford Shell Museum. Sir Alfred Jodrell built this charming Victorian museum for his unique collection of sea shells. Little has changed here for almost 100 years.
Mundesley
The Mundesley Maritime Museum sits on 'The Lees' overlooking the beach with spectacular views over the sea.
Langham
Our lively displays and hands-on activities make Langham Dome a fantastic place to visit with the whole family.
Norwich
Mannington Estate is one of Norfolk’s hidden gems, surrounded by ancient woodlands which, together with its lakes and rivers, provides varied habitats for wildlife in a charming setting.
Wells-Next-the-Sea
The Heritage Centre showcases the influence of the Methodist Church on East Anglia.
Sheringham
Heritage Centre demonstrating the history of the lifeboats provided by the Upcher family of Sheringham Hall for the use of the fishermen.
Sheringham
The museum is the home of the Henry Ramey Upcher, Sheringham’s last private lifeboat built in 1894.
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. TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Holt
The William Marriott Museum building houses many artefacts, documents and other bygones from the age of steam in East Anglia.
The Esplanade
Cromer Lifeboat Station is open to visitors most days and from the public gallery you can see the all-weather lifeboat. Discover history and visit the souvenir shop. The station has a remarkable history of war time rescues with 139 taking place…
Norwich
In the heart of North Norfolk stands an exquisite Palladian masterpiece, a home woven deeply into Britain’s history. Welcome to Wolterton.
Sheringham
The Peter Coke Shell Gallery in Sheringham contains an exhibition of almost 200 stunning shell-art sculptures and beautiful arrangements.
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.
Cley next the Sea
If you're looking for a very special piece of art, from oil paintings, sculptures to hand-made and Giclee prints, you've come to the right place. The Pinkfoot Gallery is on the North Norfolk coast in a village called Cley next the Sea.
Stalham
Stalham Firehouse Museum is one of the oldest in the country.
Wells-Next-the-Sea
Arts, heritage and community at the heart of Wells-Next-The-Sea
Holt
A paint your own pottery studio in the beautiful Georgian town of Holt. Your creations will be ready in days.
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