The city has 33 medieval churches, more than any other city in northern Europe, and Elm Hill is a complete historical cobbled street with stunning examples of Tudor buildings and wealthy merchants’ houses. Or invent your pirate playlist – perhaps include Bruce Springsteen’s Born To Rum. You can often find them at No 1 fish and chip shop on Cromer seafront, served as cockle popcorn! We have reviews of the best places to see in Norfolk County. Owned by the National Trust, the property has a real priest’s hole which you can go into, and look out for the Mary, Queen of Scots needlework hangings. 73 Enjoyed one of our quirky events, like the Blakeney Greasy Pole contest or the World Snail Racing CHampionship. And the great thing is we have two distinctly different bits – the north with its huge, never-ending beaches, tidal creeks and salt marsh, and the east with dunes, marram grass and… never-ending beaches! Imagine walking the plank before ending up in the water – well, this is walking a greasy pole and ending up in a lot of mud (the lower the tide, the muddier it gets! In addition, art lovers will find the Chrysler Museum of Art is a treat, with some outstanding collections, including a fascinating glass collection. Nashville Music Shops — seeking recommendations. 18 Spent some time wandering around Chelsea-on-Sea, otherwise known as Burnham Market in north Norfolk… or is it the other way around? 58 Have tea or stay at The Maids Head Hotel in Norwich, reputed to be the oldest hotel in the UK. They’re available at Wells-next-the-Sea, Hunstanton and Cromer. 47 Or watched the sunset behind Breydon Water and Halvergate marshes at Roman Burgh Castle near Great Yarmouth. At the swearing-in ceremony he put his left hand on the Bible. Holkham’s the Hollywood beach… the lardy-dah, oh-get-me, Gywnnie’s-been-here-in-a-blockbuster-film and the-All-Saints-have-trooped-along-in-a-video-to-their-song-Pure-Shores beach. Convention Centers in Norfolk Libraries in Norfolk Visitor Centres in Norfolk. The best thing is the variety, from huge expanses of beach, to tidal salt marshes, to shingle and the undulating Cromer ridge. It’s a nationally unique venue dedicated to puppetry and you’ll have a great time. 32 Taken a trusty rowing dinghy out on Fritton Lake near Great Yarmouth and listened to the gentle cutting of rows through the water. 63 Visit Houghton Hall, home of England’s first Prime Minister! Dolphin & Whale Watching in Norfolk Kayaking & Canoeing in Norfolk River Rafting & Tubing in Norfolk Fishing Charters & Tours in Norfolk. (Who knew the word marram came from Old Norse?). Then, of course, there’s the 650,000 year old West Runton Elephant, the most complete specimen of the species to have been found in the world and the oldest mammoth skeleton to have been found in the UK (you can see some of it in Cromer Museum). A look back at the history of our Fine City, you’ll find a first edition of The Revelations of Divine Love, the first book published in English that was written by a woman, Julian of Norwich, and considered one of the great spiritual classics. Things to Do in Norfolk, Virginia: See Tripadvisor's 11 696 traveller reviews and photos of 107 Norfolk attractions. Wait until low tide and stride off along The Run, a mile out… but be careful if you cross it to the sandbank at the end, the flow speed is fiercesome! Attractions in Norfolk, Virginia: See Tripadvisor's 11,730 traveller reviews and photos of things to do when in Norfolk. 82 Walked some of the Peddar’s Way and imagined what it would have been like when the Romans built it. We have reviews of the best places to see in Norfolk. On the beach below can be found stunning flint formations, called paramoudras – known here as pot stones. (This was great for resistance against the Romans and the Normans, but really, who wants to live in a swamp?). With its mountain ranges, deep forests, and proximity to the nation’s capital, the state is filled with unusual corners and overlapping histories. 43 Been to Swaffham’s independent and eponymous museum – and found out why Tutankhamun discoverer Howard Carter was a Mummy’s Boy. In Norfolk they’re often standing on their own as testament to the wealth of local barons and landowners as they sought to out-do each other with ever-grander edifices. If you’re after a dirty weekend in Norfolk, then the famous Greasy Pole competition at Blakeney Quay is for you. Like Atlas Obscura and get our latest and greatest stories in your Facebook feed. 8 Taken a boat trip from Morston to see the Common and Grey seals at Blakeney Point… it’s a real adventure! Not a lot of people know this, but it’s the Romans we have to thank for bringing lavender to these shores… that and rabbits. This Jacobean beauty, close to Cromer, also has parklands that are a delight to walk through. It’s the ancestral home of Anne Boleyn and her ghost is said to appear once a year. The NEON (New Energy of Norfolk) District, is pretty much the place to be if you are a mural arts enthusiast. No, it’s not someone who ate all the pies. And take a look at the statue of Thomas Paine while you’re here – the man who saved the American War of Independence. 37 Been to the races! They’re faster than you might think! Don’t take any food with you…. Just don’t let any vegetarians know. It was here in 1549 that Robert Kett rallied the common men against the landowners’ enclosure of common ground for their own use. All aboard! Norfolk has many great museums, but this is unique in that it’s set in a former smokehouse. We like the anecdote about when he received the Freedom of the Borough. The hall was purchased by Queen Victoria in 1862 as a home for the Prince of Wales (the future Edward VII) and his new bride Princess Alexandra who found the surrounding countryside reminded her of her native Denmark. Did we say it’s flat? Because an early club chairman, a keen breeder of the birds, changed their strip to yellow and green. A geological feature called a kame, the Bump looks like a giant molehill – and is ideal for kite-flying. The façade of the castle was actually reconstructed by the Victorians but Sssh! Plan a weekend trip to Norfolk in Southeastern Virginia where you can take a guided tour of the largest naval station in the world, view over 30,000 objects at the Chrysler Museum of Art, and take a stroll through the beautiful Norfolk Botanical Garden. It’s a rare visit that you won’t see an inquisitive seal taking a look at those odd two-legged things in clothes on the shore. Check out the 1930s Spiegeltent in Chapelfield Gardens, home of music, cabaret, burlesque and theatre. One of the things that makes Norfolk special is its difficult relationship with water: The wetlands and wide rivers in the dreamy Norfolk Broads are the result of a monumental flood in medieval times. Beacon Hill is part of the Cromer Ridge, old glacial moraines, and this is the highest land in East Anglia! There are lots of shortish cycle routes through quaint and picturesque waterside communities, like Ranworth, Salhouse and Woodbastwick, where you can stop for a refreshing pint of Norfolk Wherry. Miss this and you really are a stupid boy! Now the Broads are a hit with tourists in summer who come for barge holidays and watersports. The Rage Rooms in Dereham Road. England’s greatest naval hero was actually born in Burnham Thorpe on September 29, 1758 where he spent his childhood before joining the Royal Navy aged 14. groups of alpacas for an unforgettable walk along the picturesque coastal paths at Wells-next-the-Sea & Stiffkey. 9 miles from Norfolk. Dinosaur Adventure. Nightlife. Take a stroll around this lovely Brecks market town while you’re there and perhaps pop into CoCoes deli for some fab local food. There is so much to do on Norfolk Island that is different from any of our other island escapes. 17 Been on the beach at Gorleston-on-Sea. Beaches in Norfolk Biking Trails in Norfolk. Uhm…. 48 Discovered if you have Norfolk ancestry at the Norfolk Heritage Centre. You’ll find the charm and hospitality of a small town and the opportunities of a big city. Here's our 100 top things to do in Norfolk, including Norwich, Great Yarmouth, Cromer, Broads, seals, beaches, walks, birdwatching, visitor attractions, stately homes, quaint market towns, Deep History Coast, boating, golf, heritage railways. Norfolk may not be as popular as other cities in United States, but don’t let that fool you. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in January. Norwich. 49 Visited the Museum of Norwich at The Bridewell, in the lovely Lanes (shopaholics will love the independent shopping). One tiny triangular park commemorates the victims of a yellow fever epidemic—many of whom are buried right below the grass. We’re delighted to have you in Northeast Nebraska. 21 Tasted proper English whisky at the St George’s Distillery, the first of its kind in over 100 years. Buy them, liberally douse with vinegar, sprinkle over salt, then go and take a walk. Secondly because the archers’ success gave us a naughty two-fingered salute! 70 Do the traditional things on Great Yarmouth’s Golden Mile – roll your trouser legs up and have a paddle, eat an ice cream, build a sandcastle. A cement mixer-turned-kaleidoscope in downtown Norfolk offers different views of the city. 85 Taken a look around the family-run Jarrolds, Norwich’s wonderful independent department store, the Harrods of the East, with an award-winning book department that has over 40,000 titles. The native American married a Heacham man, John Rolfe - they had the first inter-racial church wedding in American history, and created The Special Relationship. Norfolk is the birdwatching capital of the UK! 20 Read the skilfully carved inscription Gloria Deo in Excelsis (Glory to God in the highest) on the lovely limestone and brick façade of Felbrigg Hall. Singing ‘Tiddely-om-pom-pom!’. 36 Admired the fabulous view of the coast all the way up to Blakeney Point from the gazebo at the National Trust’s Sheringham Park. The ‘summit’ is a heady 338 feet above sea level, and it’s a great place for picnics. Things to Do in Norfolk VA. Norfolk VA is home to intriguing historical attractions, world-class museums, delicious restaurants, and unique retail shops.Visitors will find it easy to reach all that Norfolk VA has to offer; most places are within a short walking distance, car or train ride! (It was Jarrold who published 30 million bestseller Black Beauty by Anna Sewell). 69 Be a flaneur for the day and take a gentle stroll around Norwich, with over 1500 historic buildings within the city walls. There are museums, parks, and many historical places to visit here, as well, that will keep you occupied and make for a well rounded, exciting holiday. ). We've scored a goal.City!, City!, City! 29 Met the Crocklebogs, Twiggles and Boggles at BeWILDerwood, a huge forest of family fun and adventure. You can take a tour and see how whisky is made, using the best local ingredients. Big wherries worked the lower river systems, but smaller, 25-feet boats could extend their reach up-river by slipping their keels and lowering their masts to shoot bridges. If you are looking for a brilliant day out without extravagant costs, consult our list of 14 free things to do in Norfolk below… Redwings Horse Sanctuary. You know PYO are the best way to enjoy sun-ripened strawbs. And look out for 'narrow' or 'street' commons and greens, a reminder of the linear network of grazing verges that were used to sustain livestock on their way to market way back when. 65 Travelled ‘The Poppy Line’, otherwise known as the North Norfolk Railway, from Sheringham to Holt. Pop into The Lord Nelson (known as The Plough in Horatio’s day. Go Alpaca Trekking at Wells-next-the-Sea Why not head to the beautiful north Norfolk coast and become an alpaca trekker for the day? 79 Imagine you’re back in Roman Norfolk and taken a stroll around Venta Icenorum town and camp at Caistor St Edmund near Norwich. No, it’s not the same as Holkham beach. Attractions in Norfolk, East Anglia: See Tripadvisor's 120,672 traveller reviews and photos of things to do when in Norfolk. 75 Visited the Time & Tide Museum at Great Yarmouth and discovered what a bloater is. 7 Who needs Venice when you’ve taken a day boat out from Wroxham in the Broads? 78 Discovered Nelson’s Norfolk at Great Yarmouth or north Norfolk. Hence the phrase, once Bittern, twice shy. You will be surprised by some of the unique things to do and places you can explore at this hidden destination. It was here, after hearing about the legend of Black Shuck, he conceived the idea for The Hound of the Baskervilles. 56 Discovered our brilliant coastline – there are 90 miles of it! 26 Imagined you’re in Provence at Norfolk Lavender near Hunstanton. Comprising a museum and art gallery all located inside an 11th-century Norman Castle, this is one of Norwich’s most impressive sights and sits right in the heart of the city centre. for a drop of Nelson’s Blood – it’ll certainly stir yours! Visitnorfolk.co.uk is run under contract by, Matthew Parker, the original Nosey Parker, Visit England National Quality Assessment Scheme. Also on the estate is Anmer Hall, the home of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their children, which means Norfolk is home to the second, third and fourth in line to the Throne! 59 Get up close to a windmill, one of Norfolk’s best-known landmarks (although most of them operated drainage pumps across the Broads and Fens, so they’re not strictly windmills). 800,000 year old footprints have been found at Happisburgh, the earliest evidence of man found in the UK, which means Norfolk is the cradle of British civilisation and home of the first tourists to this country! In October 1938 King George VI became the first British monarch to watch a football league match when he visited Carrow Road (they used to play at The Nest – yes, really!). Yes, Nosey Parker was a Norfolk guy! 10 Unique things to do on Norfolk Island So the list is endless! 5 Walked amid the dunes and marram grass at Winterton-on-Sea beach. You could even imagine what it looked like in 1549 when Robert Kett camped his troops up here prior to attacking Norwich (see 95). All rights reserved. We once had strong trading links with the Continent, became American pioneers, sent many to distant parts of the Empire, had émigrés go to Canada and packed a few off to Australia as well (uhm… perhaps you may not want to delve into that, like the Aussie woman who said she didn’t want to go to England because that’s where all the criminals came from). As they say, isn’t it time you came and saurus…. When the Romans were here in the first century AD our famous seaside resort didn’t even exist! Enjoy the south Norfolk countryside while imagining the derring-do of the flame-haired, Roman-ravaging queen whose Iceni tribe lived in these here parts. Or stroll along chomping freshly-made, sugared donuts from a paper bag. You’ll be entranced by storytelling, boat trips, marsh walks, jungle bridges, treehouses and zip wires. 14 Visited the Maddermarket Theatre in Norwich, the first permanent re-creation of an Elizabethan theatre. And that’s just one of many heritage railways Norfolk has. It’s still got agriculture, farming and the countryside at its heart and is rated in the top three of county shows in the country! The clerk said, 'Your right hand, my lord,' and Nelson famously replied: 'That is in Tenerife'. Carolina House with a Natural Cavern underneath. Atlas Obscura and our trusted partners use technology such as cookies on our website to personalise ads, support social media features, and analyse our traffic. Source: flickr. 11 Enjoyed family fun at Norwich Puppet Theatre, in the converted medieval church of St James in the heart of the city. Keep up! 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