Top Things to do in Norfolk
What to do and see in Norfolk, England: The Best Things to do Adventurous
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. Hippodrome Circus
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5.0 based on 1,669 reviews
World Class Circus shows all year round. Easter Pirates adventure, Summer Spectacular featuring legendary Water Spectacular. Halloween Spooktacular show and Christmas Spectacular. One of only 3 purpose built circus buildings left in the entire world, with original sinking ring feature. Built in 1903
Reviewed By D6347JLdenisem
Took some friends and children,haven't bee for a few years as you have to have the children as an excuse. Jack Jay and Johnny were very funny, every act was excellent,the children loved the motorcyclists how brave are they there act was spectacular the whole show from beginning to end was greeted with cheers.The show was packed so we did have limited seats but we sat up the top and had an excellent view.A little bit pricey at £15 for children and £23 for an adult we got ours from the tourist information office i think they maybe slightly cheaper.We went to the afternoon performance and as it was raining kept the children amused for a couple of hours.
2. Adnams 'Make Your Own Gin' Experience - Norwich
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5.0 based on 76 reviews
Ever wanted to make your own gin? Then join us for a 'Make your own Gin' experience at our Adnams Westlegate Store in Norwich. Our Gin Makers will help you choose and measure your botanicals and at the end you will take home a 70cl bottle containing your own recipe Gin.
3. RAF Air Defence Radar Museum
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5.0 based on 451 reviews
Currently the Museum is closed due to the outbreak of the Coronavirus. Please check our website for any possible opening dates for 2020.
Reviewed By timlm222 - Norfolk, United Kingdom
Fabulous exhibits which are well spaced out. The volunteers are very informative and keen to pass on their knowledge. Give yourself plenty of time for your visit as there is so much to see! The Tea Shop fits its surroundings perfectly. Its a hidden gem.
4. Temples Seal Trips & Blakeney Point
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5.0 based on 542 reviews
Daily boat trips from Morston quay to see the seals on Blakeney Point in their natural environment. We are on the north Norfolk coast (A149), with our ticket office in the Anchor Pub. We are a family run business, comprising boats and pub, and love the chance to share our unique way of life. Blakeney point is also internationally famous for migrant birds, an amazing breeding and feeding ground for terns, oystercatchers, ringed plover, and many more. A must for all bird lovers. Seals are in their abundance, Common and Grey, with pups being born summer and winter. Nov and Dec are notable for their thousands of seals along the shore, a truly spectacular sight. We are a happy bunch, with lots of information to share, and with a true passion for the area. The pub has been in the family for over 100 years, and the boats have been started up and run by the Temple family for well over 70 years. Our skippers are exceptional in their ability and experience. We hope to see you!
5. Horsey Beach
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5.0 based on 1,029 reviews
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!
6. Happisburgh Owls
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5.0 based on 591 reviews
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.
7. ExTREEme Adventure
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5.0 based on 116 reviews
Get away from the crowd! Enjoy time in beautiful Weasenham woods. We have quad-biking, an army-style assault course and the ultimate high ropes* adventure course, all set in THE tallest trees in eastern England! Independently run, our high ropes course has 20 exhilarating activities and includes the 45ft high 3G swing (a massive swing!), plus optional fan descender jump and/or 1000ft zip wire - both from an 80ft platform! We also offer a real tree climbing experience, which can done separately or combined with our other activities. For those who are feeling less adventurous there is a woodland walk and we have a covered picnic pavilion with an open log fire for shelter and dining. Facilities include an under 10's play area (children must be supervised), FREE car park and woodland cafe. Bookings are by appointment, please phone to book. *The high ropes course closes for winter from 8th Nov 2018 & will re-open Easter weekend 2019. We remain open for quad-biking and assault course.
Reviewed By ivantrask - Dereham, United Kingdom
This. Is great fun very quick and easy to learn great safety instructions brilliant time spent riding through forest will go again soon
8. Cryptic Escape
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5.0 based on 790 reviews
Cryptic Escape is the first real-life escape game in Norwich, UK. Based in the historic Augustine steward House. You are locked in a room for 60 minutes and you need to find a way to escape. There are a lot of objects, codes, hidden hints, that can help you to get out. You have to be smart and think out of the box to solve the puzzles you find. In a team you have to think together, work together and most importantly laugh together.
Reviewed By PennyW1228 - Norwich, United Kingdom
this was our second visit to an escape room ,we did the greenbeard pirate room and were "captivated" from the start .Assisted via screen with a few helpful hints ,we could kick ourselves for missing some ,which were obvious and others which we would have never achieved .The puzzles were a variety of challenges and we are hooked to complete more .The premises were in keeping with covoid guidelines and we felt adequately protected
9. Lotus Driving Academy
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5.0 based on 104 reviews
Drivers seeking the opportunity to drive the latest Lotus models at the famed manufacturer’s facility in Hethel, near Norwich now have the chance to follow in the wheel tracks of Lotus legends. From as little as £149 for its ‘Scare Yourself Sensible’ package right through to the intensive ‘Gold’ course at £799, the Lotus Driving Academy offers a range of driving experiences suitable for anyone looking for a more involving and informative track session that will enhance and hone their driving skills. - For any licence holder over the age of 21 - Postal and E-Gift vouchers available
10. History Mystery
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5.0 based on 572 reviews
AWESOME ESCAPE GAMES IN AMAZING HISTORIC PLACES History Mystery® live escape games are an exhilarating hour of fun in fabulous historic locations, finding clues and solving puzzles based on real stories from history. With a range of games suitable for 2 to 10 players, they are unmissable entertainment for family or friends. Unlike most escape rooms with made-up stories, History Mystery games are brought to life with unique true tales, hand-crafted into unforgettable experiences enjoyed by first-time players and expert escape gamers alike. In amazing places steeped in history, you can race against the clock to escape from underground vaults, discover a hidden medieval street, chase Anne Boleyn to the altar, or experience an exclusive after-hours museum mystery.
Reviewed By 7Narnas
We decided to book this game at short notice, after our holiday in Norfolk started out decidedly wet and we needed something indoors to enjoy. Despite some first time nerves, this ended up being a ln absolutely superb escape game and out game master Holly was fab; friendly knowledgeable and helpful when we needed it! We escaped with 1min 12 secs to spare and found it very tricky (2 players). We definitely want to come back to enjoy a tour run by this company and to do the Blickling escape room too. Highly recommended!
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