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There are some fantastic attractions in north Norfolk, which can be enjoyed any time of the year. There is something to suit all interests including adventure and theme parks, nature reserves, zoos and animal centres, heritage railways, museums, public gardens and parks and stately houses with their stunning gardens.
The huge array of award winning family outdoor and indoor attractions means there is something for everyone, whatever time of year you visit and whatever the weather. Take a journey back in time aboard steam railways including the longest narrow gauge steam railway in the world. A must visit are the famous annual 1940s steam railway events and steam galas. There are even experience days where you can drive a steam train or military tank.
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There are attractions for fun family days out, even on rainy days, including zoos, animal parks and farms, natural parks and nature reserves, letting you experience unique north Norfolk widlife in its habitat. You can get hands on with pond dipping and even feed animals at the zoo!
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For young adventurers, there is an award winning treetop adventure park, Bewilderwood, as well as outdoor adventure play, nature's way at Pensthorpe Natural Park (with Hootz House, that lets you experience the great outdoors, indoors!).
There are several impressive historical stately homes to explore. These houses arose from a past of prosperous landowners and rich proceeds from trade with the continent in goods like wool. Many fine buildings, stately homes and churches were built in this era, and can still be explored today.
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National Trust properties include Felbrigg and Blickling Hall and Holkham Hall with its estate is ideal for a family day out. Houghton Hall has beautiful gardens with unique art exhibits and roaming deer as well as a toy soldier museum.
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If you're looking for a thrilling day out, jump over to Fakenham Racecourse, the only national hunt racecourse in Norfolk. Having run for over 100 years, it is a popular day out and an exciting experience. It can be a family affair as children aged 17 and under are admitted free (must be accompanied by an adult) and there are often family fun days. A firm favourite in the social diary is Ladies' Day. There are several fixtures throughout the year including Easter, Christmas and the New Year period.
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North Norfolk Attractions
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Lenwade
The Bug Parc is a tropical invertebrate zoo, displaying hundreds of amazing, huge and colourful insects and other invertebrates from around the world, and you can book to hold some of the animals too in our daily handling experiences. The Bug Parc…
Nr Great Yarmouth
Fully restored and once again standing proud over the Broadland landscape, Horsey Windpump is complete with new cap and turning patent sails. Explore this historic mill and discover it’s fascinating story.
Aylsham
Explore the RAF Oulton museum and learn about the lives of the air crew that were situated on Blickling Estate and the vital work they undertook for the war effort.
Great Bircham
Standing in the heart of Norfolk's undulating fields, Bircham Windmill looks as it did over 100 years ago.
Aylsham
Redwings Aylsham is open every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday all year round, 10am to 4pm (closed Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays). Please check our website for the most up to date opening information - www.redwings.org.uk/visit/aylsham
Thursford
Thursford Steam Museum, houses the world’s largest collection of steam engines and organs, as well as a vintage fairground themed outdoor play area.
Neatishead nr Horning
We are the largest museum in North Norfolk with over 20 rooms, temporary exhibitions, 3 cockpits and outside exhibits. Our Cold War Operations Room trumps Mission Control In the USA! We tell the story of Air Defence & Radar from WWII onward.
Mundesley
The Mundesley Maritime Museum sits on 'The Lees' overlooking the beach with spectacular views over the sea.
Hickling
Nature reserve beside the largest area of open water in the Broads. Dykes, marshes, fens and woodland, with a visitors centre and water trail. Wintering and resident birds.
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.
NORTH WALSHAM
North Walsham has a very rich heritage and a town centre including 62 listed buildings. Our The Heritage Centre displays information and artefacts describing the whole range of our town's 2000 year history. While visiting, why not try our junior…
Sheringham
The Peter Coke Shell Gallery in Sheringham contains an exhibition of almost 200 stunning shell-art sculptures and beautiful arrangements.
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.
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.
West Runton
Explore West Runton and Beeston Regis Heath and you'll discover expansive sea views and a landscape teeming with wildlife, from nightjars and badgers to adders and white admiral butterflies.
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
Stiffkey Road, Norfolk
Narrow Gauge Steam Railway, operating a timetable service between Wells and Walsingham.
Holt
The William Marriott Museum building houses many artefacts, documents and other bygones from the age of steam in East Anglia.
Blakeney
A 15th century Guildhall thought to have been a merchant's house made of flint and stone construction, with an impressive undercroft structure.
Burnham Deepdale
We are an arable farm set in a stunning location at Burnham Deepdale on the North Norfolk Coast. The farm overlooks Brancaster Staithe Harbour, Scolt Head Island and the salt marshes. We balance farming, conservation, tourism & community.
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