What to do and see in East Anglia, England: The Best Things to do Good for Kids

February 23, 2022 Nicolette Lion

Discover the best top things to do in East Anglia, United Kingdom including New Wolsey Theatre, Horsey Beach, The Broads National Park, Norfolk Coast Path, North Norfolk Railway, Felbrigg Hall, The Plantation Garden, Norwich Cathedral, Africa Alive!, Cromer Pier.
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1. New Wolsey Theatre

Civic Drive, Ipswich IP1 2AS England +44 1473 295900 [email protected] http://www.wolseytheatre.co.uk
Excellent
82%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 819 reviews

New Wolsey Theatre

The New Wolsey Theatre official Trip Advisor page. A 400 seat venue in the heart of the county town of Suffolk. Come and visit us soon!We're more than happy for you to use this page to feedback about productions you've seen here but please also take the time to let us know about your overall experience. We can only improve with your honest and balanced opinions.

Reviewed By ingridwhight - Ipswich, United Kingdom

Excellent it is such a great night out. If you have never seen the it is a must. Very entertaining ,funny and the cast are very friendly.The theatre is also very welcoming nothing is to much trouble for the staff there. Fantastic night all round

2. Horsey Beach

Horsey NR29 4EJ England http://www.explorenorfolkuk.co.uk/horsey-beach.html
Excellent
83%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1,029 reviews

Horsey Beach

Reviewed By MisterBee123 - Chippenham, United Kingdom

We were advised to go to Horsey Gap to see the seals. So we did. We dined from the burger van in the car park (very good) then went to see the seals. There were a lot of seals and a lot of people watching them! It was great to see them in their natural habitat and seemingly not too bothered by their audience!

3. The Broads National Park

Norwich England +44 1603 610734 [email protected] http://www.visitthebroads.co.uk/
Excellent
72%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,226 reviews

The Broads National Park

Discover dramatic landscapes, raw natural beauty and a rare quality of light. Where big, bright skies meet endless horizons and dreamlike landscapes. A place where time stands still. Real peace, open space – it’s a place unlike anywhere else... The Broads National Park.

Reviewed By carolwise - Norwich, United Kingdom

We hired a day boat from Potter heigham and the views are amazing we also stopped of at a pub and the mooring was free. You see a lot of wildlife

4. Norfolk Coast Path

Norfolk Coast Path, PE36 6LQ England
Excellent
65%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 51 reviews

Norfolk Coast Path

The Norfolk Coast Path runs for 42 miles from Hunstanton to Cromer, with the majority of this walking trail running through the dramatic landscape of the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The most westerly point of the Norfolk Coast Path is the seaside town of Hunstanton. It then passes through areas rich in wildlife - first the salt marshes near Brancaster, then Holkham National Nature Reserve with its extensive sandy beaches and pine woodland underlining the vast open sky. Look out for massive flocks of geese in the winter, coming in to safely spend the night here. After Wells-next-the-Sea the Norfolk Coast Path skirts along the edge of salt marshes, with views of Blakeney Point, famous for its grey and common seals. Cley-next-the-Sea marks the start of the section that follows an extensive shingle beach and wildlife-rich freshwater marshes. The route continues along the shingle beach almost as far as Sheringham, where it follows the top of the sandy cliffs, heading inland and meandering through the wooded hills between Sheringham and Cromer. This trail combines with the Peddars Way (which it joins at Holme-next-the-Sea) to form the Peddars Way & Norfolk Coast Path National Trail, one of 15 National Trails in England and Wales.

Reviewed By wendyanddavid536 - Solihull, United Kingdom

We walked a short stretch of the Norfolk Coast Path between Morston and Wells-next-the -sea, on a gloriously sunny late September afternoon, through the salt marshes, enjoying the plants, birdlife and sea. A great tonic in these lockdown times.

5. North Norfolk Railway

Excellent
73%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,881 reviews

North Norfolk Railway

A 10.5-mile trip through beautiful parts of the region, hauled by a steam engine or heritage diesel locomotive. Steam trains run daily throughout the summer. All our trains offer stunning views of the Norfolk coast between Sheringham and Weybourne, Sheringham Park and Kelling Heath. We have a wide range of special events throughout the year to cater for the young and young at heart, see our website for our latest programme.

6. Felbrigg Hall

Felbrigg Near Cromer, Norwich NR11 8PR England +44 1263 837444 http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/felbrigg-hall/
Excellent
57%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 1,448 reviews

Felbrigg Hall

Reviewed By 827JohnC - Wisbech, United Kingdom

In Cromer last Sunday with my wife, who was there to play bowls, which I declined to spectate (Watching grass grow without the excitement of watching paint dry!) Just nipped down the road to Felbrigg Hall, ample car parking, very near to reception and close to the hall. Good welcome from reception team, and excellent directions, not really time to visit the estate, so straight to the Hall, and a warm welcome from the volunteers on duty. Pleasant amble with the usual high standard of information available from the Room Stewards, a fascinating house, well worth a visit. A few days ago a winger left derogatory feed back because he objected to the fee structure, well he is of course welcome to his opinion, but really..... Adult Membership of the National Trust is £6 a month, for that you get free unlimited access to all the NT properties, that my friend is a BARGAIN!

7. The Plantation Garden

4 Earlham Road, Norwich NR2 3DB England +44 7504 545810 [email protected] http://www.plantationgarden.co.uk/
Excellent
66%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 444 reviews

The Plantation Garden

A beautifully restored Victorian garden of 3 acres which is run by volunteers for the benefit of the community. All your entrance fees go the the upkeep of the garden, new plants etc. On Sundays in summer teas are served to musical entertainment. PLEASE NOTE: TOILETS are only open when there are volunteers on duty...on Sundays in the summer and for special events. Please see our website for details of events. Refereshments and toilets are available at St. John's Cathedral Narthex next door. We regret we have NO PARKING, but there is a pay and display carpark next door.

Reviewed By francesl566 - Cambridge, United Kingdom

Beautiful gardens. An oasis of calm and refreshment and a treat for the eyes. Highly recommend a visit.

8. Norwich Cathedral

65 The Close, Norwich NR1 4DH England +44 1603 218300 [email protected] http://www.cathedral.org.uk/
Excellent
74%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3,926 reviews

Norwich Cathedral

“Norfolk’s favourite building”Founded in 1096 and built using Normandy stone shipped from Caen, Norwich Cathedral is set in the 44 acre Cathedral Close, a peaceful city centre sanctuary.The Cathedral itself is one of the finest complete Romanesque buildings in Europe, with the highest Norman tower and largest monastic cloisters in England. Inside, the Cathedral tells almost 1000 years of history, with our enthusiastic volunteers on hand to talk you through the incredible stories of its past.There is more to see at Norwich Cathedral than you think. Our award-winning 21st century Refectory restaurant is open seven days a week, as is the Hostry which features a rolling programme of exhibitions, many of them featuring local artists.You can also experience the tranquillity of our expansive Library, Herb Garden or Japanese Garden, as well as guided tours of the building throughout the week.Afterwards, feel free to explore the lanes of the Cathedral Close, a quaint village just minutes from the bustling city centre, and stop for a picnic on one of our many well kept greens. Norwich Cathedral is a living centre for worship, learning and hospitality, extending a warm welcome to all our visitors from Norfolk and beyond.Part of the Norwich 12 - An initiative of Norwich Heritage, Economic & Regeneration Trust.

Reviewed By rickw73 - Sevenoaks, United Kingdom

Where to begin?! I am a cathedral lover but had forgotten how special Norwich is. Boasting the largest cathedral close in England, the essentially Norman building is topped by a later, but most elegant spire. Strolling around the exterior gave glorious views across fields. I walked in at 7.30am to find the building deserted but bathed in wonderful summer sunshine. I watched peregrine falcons soar from the spire over the nave, I gawped at the 1380 dated reredos with its detailed painting and interesting political, as well as religious, story, and I gazed at the delightful and humorous roof bosses high over head -and the hidden misericords under choir stall seats. The cathedral also has some very good wall paintings which are well preserved (relatively) and worth taking time to see. Look out especially (in the south part of the nave) for the painting of the Bishop receiving money from King Rufus to buy his job! Stay as long as you can. And say a prayer there too! Did I mention the excellent small gift shop and the superb new refectory serving great food at reasonable prices? Wow! What a special place!

9. Africa Alive!

Whites Lane Kessingland, Lowestoft NR33 7TF England +44 1502 740291 [email protected] http://www.africa-alive.co.uk/
Excellent
59%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,739 reviews

Africa Alive!

Explore the sights and sounds of Africa and discover lions, giraffes, rhinos, meerkats, hunting dogs and many more animals from the African continent. The spectacular centrepiece of Africa Alive!, our "Plains of Africa" paddock, is the perfect place to spot 5 species of African savannah animals, including our graceful giraffe and heavyweight rhinos. Enjoy a bird's eye view of our magnificent lions from "Lookout Lodge", and visit "Lemur Encounters", which gives you the chance to get incredibly close to our ring-tailed lemurs as you walk through their enclosure! Bird lovers can also enjoy spotting native species from our new "Wader's Lake Boardwalk". Discover some amazing facts about our animals during our exciting feeding talks and seasonal Bird of Prey displays. Climb aboard the free Safari Roadtrain for an entertaining journey around the Park. Look, learn and play in our fun-packed Discovery Centre and meet some of our smaller residents at the animal encounter sessions. The park offers a great outdoor adventure play area, as well as restaurants, free car parking, disabled facilities and a gift shop where you can find souvenirs and gifts for everyone - including yourself! Open daily at 9.30am all year, except Christmas Day and Boxing Day. For admission prices and closing times please check our website

Reviewed By hannahcC5485AL - Essex, United Kingdom

Would definitely recommend Africa Alive. The park has a great collection of animals and a clean environment. Highlights included the Amazing African Animal show and the lemur walk through which both enable you to get up close and personal with the animals. I Recommend bringing your own food as there are limited facilities for eating and not a great range of options for gluten free.

10. Cromer Pier

Cromer NR27 9HE England +44 1263 512495 [email protected] http://www.cromerpier.co.uk
Excellent
61%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2,278 reviews

Cromer Pier

Cromer Pier, a heritage seaside pier in the civil parish of Cromer on the North Norfolk coast was designed by Douglass and Arnott and constructed by Alfred Thorne and is owned by North Norfolk District Council. The Pier is 151 metres (495 ft.) in length and was officially opened on 8 June 1901. Awarded Pier Of The Year in 2015 by The National Piers Society. The Pavilion Theatre at the end of the pier is one of only five UK end of pier theatres and is home to The Cromer Pier Show, the only end of pier show of its kind in the world. We are famous for crab fishing with the very best spot in Norfolk for the big catch, it’s a great way to relax and connect with nature for all the family. Grab a bite to eat above the waves with our Mediterranean inspired menu in Tides, enjoy a glass or two on our unique quarterdeck patio and pop into our perfectly stocked gift shop and take a piece of Cromer home with you.

Reviewed By jond_uk - Braintree, United Kingdom

We’re regulars to Cromer End of the Pier Show and it really is the highlight of our year both summer and Christmas. Proper family entertainment and a variety show with a great mix of comedy, magic, dance and singing from a very talented cast. Meeting the cast afterwards in the foyer is also a lovely touch.

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