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Whether you're interested in natural beauty and wildlife, history and culture, stunning architecture or unique sights, Norfolk has something exciting to offer everyone - even people who've lived here all their lives! Here are just a few of our very favourite places...

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A timeless treasure with a tale to tell

Exploring the fascinating past and future of Letton Hall, an architectural marvel steeped in …

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A gorgeous garden haven set within a bustling city

What was once an abandoned chalk quarry has been transformed into a gardener’s paradise thanks to a …

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Sailing through the ages

A leading watersports facility on the Norfolk coast, Snettisham Beach Sailing Club is a lively and …

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Celebrating the REAL Halloween

In Bradmoor Woods, authentic British folklore and natural crafts replace the plastic and sweets …

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Spectacular sky power over Norfolk

A delightful rural airfield tucked away in mid-Norfolk will come alive with the sights and sounds …

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Painting the town in an amazing new light

This summer, an art exhibition is capturing the essence of King’s Lynn’s past and bringing it into …

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A sea of tales and treasures at Mundesley beach

A short drive east of Cromer, Mundesley is a small seaside village with a beautiful beach, a rich …

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Celebrating Norfolk’s finest coastal classic

Combining history, entertainment and a sea of spectacular flavours, the Cromer Crab & Lobster …

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Unraveling the world of Roman fashion

Lasting from AD43 to AD410, the Roman occupation of Britain had a profound influence on many …

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Sir Antony Gormley’s iron army

One hundred rusting iron figures cutting through an ancient Norfolk landscape form a spectacular …

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Steaming into the future

Behind the glamour and the glory, a thriving team of enthusiasts work to keep the wheels of the …

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A winter garden in the wilds of West Norfolk

Open every day of the year including Christmas day, Gooderstone Water Gardens is a stunning jewel …

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Strolling through the story of a stunning coastal setting

Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the gorgeous village of Blakeney is the perfect place …

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Breathtaking balloons take to Norfolk’s skies

Spectacular sights will be above Norfolk as Old Buckenham Country Park hosts its third annual …

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Sandringham Food, Craft & Wood Fair

Bank Holiday Weekend 29th April - 1st May

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Roll up, roll up for the King’s Lynn Mart

For two weeks each year, King’s Lynn’s Tuesday Market Place transforms into a sensory delight, as …

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Wonder of the Medieval world

The Octagon Tower of Ely Cathedral is a masterpiece of engineering in timber, lead and stone that …

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If walls could talk

The rise and fall of Creake Abbey, whose spectacular ruins still capture the imagination of …

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Enchanting spirit of Christmas

For those looking to find some festive magic this December, the Thursford Enchanted Journey of …

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Stunning tree top views of North Norfolk

The recently reopened Sheringham Park Gazebo provides a breath-taking panorama of the local …

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An award-winning site for stargazing

As we move into winter and the nights draw in, Kelling Heath provides the perfect conditions for an …

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The wonders of Castle Rising’s captivating church

Our county has the greatest concentration of medieval churches in the world, with almost 1000 built …

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Discover the ultimate Norfolk road trip

In little more than 100 miles you can pass through some of the most beautiful landscapes, towns and …

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100 years of game, set and match in Hunstanton

With over 1,000 players competing every year, the Hunstanton Lawn Tennis Tournament is the largest …

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A stunning street with extraordinary tales to tell

With its wealth of magnificent historic buildings, Queen Street in King’s Lynn is a truly …

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A fine village church with a sea of rare treasures

With its wealth of history and wildlife and strong community feel, St Mary’s is the beating heart …

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Reaching great heights for even greater sights

With temperatures dropping as winter approaches, the highest points of Cromer Ridge in north …

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The very last traces of Appleton’s long history

Sitting unobtrusively on the outskirts of Sandringham, the ruins of St. Mary the Virgin are all …

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The many wonders of West Dereham’s church

With its imposing Norman round tower, its magnificent medieval architecture and its impressive …

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A new dawn rises over Oxburgh Hall

It’s taken five years and is one of the biggest projects ever undertaken by the National Trust, but …

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The ever changing face of Burnham Overy Staithe

It’s now one of the most beautiful and peaceful spots in north Norfolk, but 20,000 years ago the …

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A natural local wonder and a family tradition

Taking a trip around Blakeney Harbour to see the seals is a magical experience, but it’s even more …

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The very long story of Hunstanton’s cliffs

The White Cliffs of Dover are perhaps our country’s most famous cliffs, but Hunstanton’s are easily …

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Born in Norfolk and immortalised in history

Blickling Hall is one of the most popular stately homes in Norfolk, but it’s also one of its most …

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From knights to kings: the priory of West Acre

A solitary gatehouse and a few walls close to the church of All Saints at West Acre are the only …

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The perfect mix of the past and the present

Norfolk has some of the most beautiful and historic towns in the whole country, but few of them can …

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The mill that inspired a children’s classic

The tower windmill at Burnham Overy Staithe is one of the most iconic sights along the north …

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The troubled history of Binham Priory...

Its atmospheric ruins are hugely impressive, but the remains of Binham Priory disguise a …

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Wells-next-the-sea harbour at Christmas

An iconic location and a rich maritime history

At one time the harbour of Wells-next-the-Sea was one of the most important ports in the country, …

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Royal connections and military heroes

Dedicated to the saints Peter and Paul, the beautiful church of West Newton sits on the royal …

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Part of a marble relief from Herculaneum, which was destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79AD

Wisbech & Fenland Museum

From the very first, museums were intended as a way of bringing a weird and a wonderful world …

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Walsingham Abbey

Walsingham Abbey

It was one of Norfolk’s most important religious sites and was once one of the most popular …

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The restored church of St Mary at Houghton-on-the-Hill

St Mary's, Houghton-on-the-Hill

Today it’s one of the most important churches in East Anglia, attracting visitors and academics …

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Sandringham House exterior

Sandringham House

Today, Sandringham is one of the most famous royal residences in the world, and it’s hard to …

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Downham Town Clock Tower at night

Downham Market Clock Tower

Presented to the town by a local businessman, it’s been at the centre of social and civic life in …

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Brancaster beach aerial

Brancaster Beach

It’s been home to Romans and smugglers, endangered birds, a major maltings industry – and it could …

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Wells-next-the-sea beach huts

Wells-next-the-Sea

With its immediately recognisable and distinctive landmark of a massive red brick granary and …

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Trues Yard museum at night

True’s Yard Fisherfolk Museum

This museum in King’s Lynn is dedicated to a disappeared community, virtually all that remains of …

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Inside the Shell Museum at Glandford

The Shell Museum at Glandford

Exquisite seashells, a collection of fossils and birds’ eggs, local archaeological finds and works …

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King's Lynn Minster

The Minster, King's Lynn

It’s been the defining feature of the skyline of King’s Lynn for almost a thousand years, and it’s …

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Guannock Gate

Walking through a gateway to the past

Today it’s an ornamental feature in one of the area’s most important public spaces, but there was a …

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The unique wonders of Oxborough’s church

Almost destroyed during a storm 170 years ago, the greatest treasures in the church of St John the …

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Sandringham Church Interior

St Mary Magdalene, Sandringham

The church of St Mary Magdalene in Sandringham is regularly attended by the royal family when they …

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Oxburgh Hall Exterior Night Time

Oxburgh Hall

It may have been built during the Wars of the Roses, protected by a moat and given some imposing …

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King's Lynn Town hall at night

King’s Lynn Town Hall

Perfect for all events from weddings to conferences and concerts, this range of buildings on the …

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Hourses on Holkham Beach

Holkham Beach

A seemingly infinite stretch of golden sands running down to the blue-green waters of the North …

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Castle Rising

Castle Rising

Castle Rising is home to one of the most famous 12th century castles in England - and is owned by …

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View of Blickling Hall

Blickling Hall

What more could you want from a Norfolk country estate? A beautiful house, a colourful history, a …

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