Top Things to do in Norfolk
Things to do in Norfolk, England: The Best Gift & Specialty Shops
A holiday in Norfolk is not a glamorous break. While the Norfolk Broads of East Anglia are a beautiful part of the UK, they represent a relaxing rural getaway rather than a high-powered city-break. Although its reputation is mostly rural, with people associating the county mostly with the wetlands of the Norfolk Broads, there are also towns such as Norwich and King's Lynn to visit, both of which provide shopping opportunities, nightlife and entertainment. Norfolk also contains a large stretch of coastline, and seaside destinations such as Cromer and Great Yearmouth mean there are great beaches to be found as well. Many areas of the Norfolk Broads and the coastal region are sites of outstanding natural beauty, and are also protected as bird reserves, so take a pair of binoculars on holiday. There are also popular wildlife attractions such as Banham Zoo, with a great collection of big cats, and Great Yarmouth's Sea Life Centre, one of the biggest of its kind in the country, complete with tropical sharks and conger eels. And of course, if any of your family are interested in boating, you'll need to rent a boat and explore the waterways of the Broads themselves!
Restaurants in Norfolk
1. Cavick House Farm Egg Shop & Cafe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 43 reviews
SELF SERVICE EGG SHOP Open in lockdown Monday - Saturday 8:30am - 8pm FARM CAFE & GIFT SHOP Open for takeaways Wednesday - Saturday 10:30am - 2pm CARAVAN SITE - Closed until March £15 per night
Reviewed By dereksimpson126 - Wymondham, United Kingdom
A wonderful place for coffee and cake Annabel makes one of the best coffees around accompanied by her own baked cakes her famous lemon drizzle and gluten free friendly almond are fabulous. This is combined in a wonderful parkland setting with unique individual heated sheds for privacy and peacefulness. It cannot be overlooked.
2. Beers of Europe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 116 reviews
Britain's Biggest beer shop with some 2000 different craft beers, real ales and lagers from over 60 countries.We also stock over 2000 different malt whiskies,rums, gins, vodkas liqueurs,cocktail and coffee syrups and a huge range of branded beer glasses. Open every day including bank holidays.
Reviewed By 72ClareB72
more beer than I’ve seen in one place!. Ever!. Gift options available too, and excellent help & advice from the lovely staff.
3. Norfolk Leather Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By Q605UEstevem
Sarg is a really all round great guy. Nothing is a problem for him. He professionally altered a pair of leather trousers and a pair of jeans for me. He is my first stop for any motorcycle clothing, helmets, gloves etc and he has a huge stock. Highly recommended.
4. Carousel Chocolates
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By 713rytal
Delicious homemade chocs, cheerful service, lovely small old fashioned shop in beautiful ancient market town. well worth a visit.
5. The One Stop Nature Shop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 35 reviews
Advice on binoculars and telescopes. Beginners bird watching walks most Wednesdays throughout the summer time. Binocular hire available.
Reviewed By Velox
We visit N Norfolk at least twice a year and I can indulge in some birdwatching. This year my hopes were reduced before arriving as my Hawke Endurance binoculars weren't working properly. The focusing adjustment and diopter adjustment had completely seized. Living in Cheshire the chances of getting them repaired without something of a rigmarole were very slim. So on arrival in Norfolk I visited One Stop Nature who decided the best course of action was to send them direct to Hawke, get them serviced and repaired and then send them back to Cheshire. Within a couple of weeks they arrived in Cheshire, fully serviced and repaired and working brilliantly. This means we'll definitely be back in March to see (no pun intended) what the team can suggest in maybe upgrading towards a telescope.
6. Driftwood Glass Studio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Producing handmade fused glass artwork and gifts, Driftwood Glass Studio provide decorative pieces based around north Norfolk. Fused Glass workshops for ages 5+ onwards and traditional leaded stained glass, with help throughout the sessions, whether you are interested in trying something new, or experienced in glasswork and want to use the facilities.
7. Katie's Gifts and Accessories
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Katelc88 - Sheringham, United Kingdom
Fantastic gift shop! Incredibly friendly and helpful owners :) Since Lock down they are now offering a window shopping service, products also found on their Facebook page - quick to respond. Delivery or collection. I love its contents! Tv/film memorabilia, accessories etc. Great for this time of year too as such great stuff for stocking fillers :)
8. John Etheridge the Cycling Artist
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
A local well known artist offering the chance to see art,buy art and meet the artist in the confines of his own home.Offering local and other scenes in paintings,bespoke furniture and personalised/bespoke gift forms.Made to order from your own or his artwork.
9. The Puppet Tree Norfolk
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
The Puppet Tree is a social enterprise which aims to encourage creativity and imagination for children. It comprises of a step-back in time, Mister Geppetto style toy shop which holds workshop space for puppet making and story telling. Behind the shop is a purpose-built tiny theatre that contains stage curtains, props and over 100 puppet co-stars to help children create their very own puppet shows. This is a unique environment, where technology takes second place to creativity and ingenuity.
Reviewed By rosh717
My son 8 and daughters 8 & 5 spent most of a wonderful day here. My son rarely sits down with felt tips but he knew exactly what he wanted to make and just sat down until he had completed Jeremy Clarkson spending over 90 minutes finished every detail, my older daughter made a very elegant rabbit with wonderful furry ears and my younger daughter made Sooty complete with yellow raincoat and Sou' Wester. Such a lovely creative space all my children who are quite different from each other had a lovely time. And conveniently there is a small shop over the road so we popped out to have some lunch after much hard puppet making then came back and played in the puppet theatre at the back.
10. Lisa Angel
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Nestled into the historic Norwich Lanes, Lisa Angel is the perfect place to find the perfect gift for every age and attitude. Whether you're visiting Norwich and looking for the perfect souvenir or simply need the perfect gift for those special people (or yourself), the Lisa Angel store can't be missed! Shop online for personalised versions of their products too.
Reviewed By alicesA2932HK
I went to Chapelfield branch. As my necklace was broken and the young lady Saffron, fixed it with much care free of charge. The necklace means such a lot to me so I’m ever so grateful for her lovely job!
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