5 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in North Walsham That You Shouldn't Miss

January 16, 2022 Jasper Kershner

North Walsham is a market town and civil parish in Norfolk, England within the North Norfolk district.
Restaurants in North Walsham

1. Happisburgh Owls

Lighthouse Lane Happisburgh, North Walsham NR12 0QA England +44 1692 651501 [email protected] http://happisburghowls.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 591 reviews

Happisburgh Owls

WE ONLY OFFER PRIVATE PRE-BOOKED VIEWINGS PLEASE IGNORE OUR OPENING TIMES SHOWN BELOW ( we cannot edit the shown times ) Please call or email to arrange your booking . A chance get up close and personal with probably some of the tamest beautiful owls that you are likely to have the privelidge to meet. Well supervised these owls can be handled by all age groups. Enjoy a close up way of understanding a little more of the everyday lives of these beautiful birds and the conservation needs to help them continue their plight for survival. Situated in beautiful north norfolk we are available for all your outside and home venues.

Reviewed By R0ADRUNN3R

In Happisburgh (pronounced Hazebrough) is the Happisburgh Owl Sanctuary (run by a lovely lady called Sandra, and her friend Darwin), if you like owls it’s an absolute must, a little pricey at £50.00 for the first two people in your group and £30.00 thereafter (our kids are grown up so we do not know the family price if there is one), but it is EXCEPTIONALLY GOOD good value for the money as Sandra is not a clock watcher (our 3hr visit went for 5hrs) and refreshments are included. Sandra only does ONE presentation a day, and it is by appointment and it is for one family or, one or possibly two couples (like our presentation) ONLY. Booking is essential as Sandra DOES NOT do “walk in” visits. Sandra starts by giving a short presentation with slides that explains how she got into caring for owls, and then introduces the ten birds she has brought in for you to handle, during which light refreshments (hot/cold drinks, cakes/quiche/sausage rolls/etc.) are served, and are available throughout you visit. After the presentation, Sandra and Darwin move onto the introduction to, and handling of, the birds themselves, ranging from the European Eagle Owl (BIG!) down to the Little Owl (miniscule compared to the Eagle Owl), after being introduced to each owl and holding them, things progress to feeding. Sandra gives a quick demonstration by feeding one of her owls with a dead mouse (slow motion video is a BIG plus from this point on), then moves on to having owls fly from a perch to your hand to accept food from you (small bits of meat). After which a trip outside for photos with a nice backdrop (her garden), and to see the remaining owls Sandra could not bring into the house. Sandra has some fascinating birds, and some very unusual ones like a Black Barn Owl (Sooty is gorgeous and quite the character), you get the privilege to handle these beautiful Birds of Prey, and have a fabulous day out.

2. Norfolk Motorcycle Museum

Station Approach Norwich Road Norwich Road, North Walsham NR28 0DS England +44 1692 406266 http://www.mc-museum.freeserve.co.uk
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4.5 based on 104 reviews

Norfolk Motorcycle Museum

Brilliant privately owned museum that should be on your listings, its ace! Have photos too!

Reviewed By beckyc813 - Burnham-on-Crouch, United Kingdom

Welcoming and friendly owners and some lovely old bikes. Good for something different. Can do on a quick visit.

3. Black Swan - North Walsham

Black Swan Loke, North Walsham NR28 9BX England +44 1692 402188
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4.0 based on 22 reviews

Black Swan - North Walsham

4. The Orchard Gardens

Mundesley Road, North Walsham NR28 0DB England +44 1692 405152 http://www.theorchardgardens.co.uk
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3.5 based on 10 reviews

The Orchard Gardens

5. JR's

Tungate Road, North Walsham NR28 0JQ England +44 1692 407793 [email protected] http://www.stompdinestrike.com
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3.5 based on 60 reviews

JR's

Following the relaxation of some of the Government’s Covid-19 measures we’re very happy to announce that JR’s will re-open on 9th July. We’ve got outdoor adventure play; the A-maze-ing Maize Maze, the JR’s giant sandpit beach and NEW this year is the JR’s Giant Chalkboard, plus of course deliciously tasty All-American Dine-in or Dine-out treats too. (Sorry, STOMP Indoor Play and STRIKE tenpin bowling cannot re-open at present). Get lost in the JR’s Maize Maze – let off some steam as you wind your way around the paths. Discover the beach in our G-I-A-N-T sandpit! The perfect place for the grown-ups to “chill out” in a deckchair while watching the kiddies play play play.Look out for our NEW giant Chalkboard – it’s huge, just perfect for chalky scribbles, perfect for taking some selfies to share with friends and family. The Maize Maze Picnic Benches are a great spot for the family to get together and relax. Please double-check opening hours before making a special journey.

Reviewed By LizzG68

Fab night out bowling and eating - food lovely - home made chilli was great and good value for money too - would recommend. Staff very friendly and service great - felt safe in the current climate too - not overcrowded and plenty of hand sanitiser everywhere - also track n trace contact info taken.

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