Norfolk

2 miles from Berney Marshes And Breydon Water

Berney Marshes and Breydon Water is a remote nature reserve in the Norfolk Broads known for its rich wetland habitat attracting thousands of waterfowl and birds of prey. The reserve is accessible only by train or footpath, has no visitor facilities such as parking, toilets, or cafes, and features natural trails with basic viewing opportunities for birdwatchers.

Near Banham Zoo

Banham Zoological Gardens is a 50-acre zoo in Norfolk, England, housing over 2,000 animals including birds, primates, and large mammals, with specialty exhibits like the Snow Cat Province and a Giraffe House.

Located in North Walsham

North Walsham is a historic market town in Norfolk known for its rich textile heritage, medieval church ruins, local museums, and vibrant community arts scene.

2 miles from Felbrigg Hall

Felbrigg Hall is a 17th-century English country house in Norfolk, renowned for its Jacobean and Georgian architecture with extensive gardens including a walled garden and orangery. It is a National Trust property featuring historic interiors and outdoor parkland with walking and cycling routes.

2 miles from The Red List; an exhibition by Jayne Ivimey

7 Oct, 10–14 Oct…

Environmental artist Jayne Ivimey presents an exhibition responding to Felbrigg Hall’s historic collection, with a focus on birds of conservation concern through sculpture, drawing and photography.

Located in Cromer

Cromer is a charming coastal town in Norfolk, England, renowned for its traditional seaside resort appeal, Cromer crab fishing industry, Victorian pier with a theatre, and scenic beach and cliff views. It offers rich cultural heritage, outdoor leisure, and local food experiences.

2 miles from St Olave's Priory

St Olave's Priory is the ruins of a historic 13th century Augustinian priory located near the River Waveney. Visitors can explore the remains of the undercroft, chapel aisles, and refectory, surrounded by scenic outdoor grounds, managed by English Heritage.

Near Stradsett Hall

Stradsett Hall is a historic house in Stradsett near Downham Market offering a beautiful wedding venue with both indoor and outdoor spaces including barns, chapel, house rooms, and gardens. It provides guest parking and caters to civil and religious ceremonies, with entry requiring payment even for Historic Houses members.

2 miles from Caister Roman Site

Caister Roman Site is a partially excavated Roman Saxon Shore fort in Norfolk, England, featuring defensive walls, building remains including a hypocaust system, and Anglo-Saxon archaeological remains. It offers visitors an outdoor historical experience free to the public.

Located in Great Yarmouth

Great Yarmouth is a historic seaside town in Norfolk, England, known for its sandy beaches, piers, historic town walls, diverse museums, and vibrant entertainment scene.

2 miles from Stody Lodge Gardens

Stody Lodge Gardens in Norfolk is a 14-acre garden famous for its vast collection of rhododendrons and azaleas, including the largest planting of azalea mollis in the UK, set in scenic avenues with magnolias and camellias and a magical azalea water garden hidden in a pine forest, offering a richly colorful outdoor experience.

2 miles from Burgh Castle Roman Fort

Burgh Castle Roman Site is a historic Roman Saxon Shore fort in Norfolk with largely intact walls and bastions, open to the public free of charge. Visitors can explore the outdoor ruins and the scenic estuary surroundings, with accessible grounds maintained by the Norfolk Archaeological Trust and English Heritage.

Near Oxburgh Hall

Oxburgh Hall is a moated Tudor country house in Norfolk featuring historic architecture, Victorian additions, notable religious concealments, needlework by Mary, Queen of Scots, and extensive gardens with woodland walks.

Near Sketching in the spaces; A Place at the table

15 Oct (next Thursday)

An after-hours still-life sketching session in Oxburgh Hall’s Drawing Room, using silver and glass tableware from the collection as inspiration. Basic sketching materials are available, though the session is not taught by an artist.

2 miles from Baconsthorpe Castle

Baconsthorpe Castle is a Grade I listed ruined fortified manor house in Norfolk, featuring a moated inner court, medieval gatehouses, wool processing buildings, formal gardens, and a large deer park. Managed by English Heritage, it offers visitors a historic outdoor experience of England's medieval and Tudor heritage.

3 miles from Barton Bendish Hall

Barton Bendish Hall is an early 20th century Odd Fellows Hall in Norfolk, serving the local community and accessible by private pre-arranged tours only.

3 miles from West Runton and Beeston Regis Heath

West Runton and Beeston Regis Heath is a natural outdoor venue featuring heathland, woodland, and hills with panoramic views over the North Sea and local villages. Visitors can enjoy walking trails, wildlife spotting, and historical sites such as a Napoleonic signal station. The site allows dogs on leads during certain periods and offers free parking, but has uneven terrain unsuitable for wheelchairs.

3 miles from Sandringham Gardens

Sandringham Gardens is a 60-acre outdoor garden within a royal estate featuring geometric topiary gardens, historic lakes, and diverse plant collections. It offers refreshments and a children's play area, primarily appealing to outdoor garden enthusiasts.

2 miles from Mannington Gardens

Mannington Hall Gardens is a peaceful garden set around a moated medieval manor in Norfolk, featuring a Heritage Rose Garden, wildflower meadows, woodland and lakeside walks, with facilities including a children’s play area and refreshments. It offers an accessible and family-friendly outdoor experience focusing on conservation and biodiversity.

2 miles from Hoveton Hall

Hoveton Hall is a Regency gault brick house with slate roof, surrounded by well-maintained gardens featuring a wide variety of plants and a restored 19th-century iron glasshouse. Visitors can explore both the indoor historic house and the outdoor gardens, with facilities including a cafe, picnic area, and accessibility features.

2 miles from East Ruston Old Vicarage

East Ruston Old Vicarage is a diverse and unique RHS Partner Garden in Norfolk featuring extensive plant collections, themed gardens, sculptures, and a glasshouse. It offers accessible outdoor garden experiences along with refreshments and plant sales.

2 miles from Buckenham Marshes

Buckenham Marshes is a riverside nature reserve in Norfolk offering extensive outdoor trails and wildlife habitats, particularly for wetland birds and aquatic animals. The reserve is accessible via Buckenham railway station and offers free entry and parking. There are no indoor facilities or cafes on site.

3 miles from Royal Arcade, Norwich

Royal Arcade is a historic grade II* listed shopping arcade in Norwich city center featuring Art Nouveau architecture, Carrara Ware ceramics, and a sculpted angel. It connects Norwich Market to the Back of the Inns and offers visitors an indoor shopping experience in a notable heritage building.

Near Sheringham Park

Sheringham Park is a landscaped garden and woodland park in Norfolk featuring a wide variety of rhododendrons, azaleas, and mature trees with scenic overlook towers and a visitor centre showcasing the park's natural history and Humphry Repton's landscape architecture. It offers outdoor walking experiences and amenities including a café.

Near Acorns

9 Sep, 23 Sep…

Acorns is an outdoor nature activity session for pre-school children and their grown-ups, with creative and curious activities led by National Trust staff and volunteers. Sessions explore seasonal themes such as minibeasts, fungi and autumn.

3 miles from Brinton Hall

Brinton Hall is a Greek Revival historic house dating from 1822 featuring notable interior architecture and collections. Visitors can tour both the elegantly restored indoor rooms and the extensive outdoor gardens, woodland, and orchard with historic displays and scenic views.

3 miles from Horsey Windpump

Horsey Windpump is a restored historic drainage windmill located in the village of Horsey, Norfolk, managed by the National Trust. Visitors can enjoy the outdoor experience of exploring the windpump and surrounding nature walks with views over Horsey Mere and access to the nearby beach.

2 miles from Somerleyton Hall

Somerleyton Hall is a fine Victorian stately home featuring partial interior tours. It is set within 12 acres of gardens including a historic yew hedge maze, offering both indoor and outdoor experiences. Facilities include a cafe, shop, and accessibility features, with garden entry free for Historic Houses members and paid hall tours.

3 miles from Elsing Hall

Elsing Hall is a Grade 1 listed medieval moated manor house with visible historic fortifications and extensive gardens open to the public by appointment, showcasing historic architecture and a rich collection of plants.

Located in Dereham

Dereham is a historic market town in Norfolk, England, featuring notable architecture, a heritage railway, cultural festivals, and a range of leisure and community facilities.

2 miles from Berney Arms Windmill

Berney Arms Windmill is a tall, historic drainage windmill located in an isolated spot in Norfolk's Broads, accessible by boat, foot, or train, managed by English Heritage and recognized as a scheduled monument.

3 miles from Somerleyton Hall Garden

Somerleyton Hall Gardens near Lowestoft feature extensive outdoor gardens with rare plants, a historic yew hedge maze, a long pergola, and facilities including a children's play area and refreshments. Free access for RHS members on select days, otherwise entry is paid.

2 miles from Africa Alive

Africa Alive Zoological Reserve is an African-themed zoo in Suffolk offering a variety of animal exhibits including primates, mammals, birds, and reptiles, operated as a charity under the Zoological Society of East Anglia.

Located in Lowestoft

Lowestoft is a coastal town in Suffolk, England, known for its historical fishing industry, seaside resort beaches, maritime heritage, and ongoing regeneration with a focus on renewable energy.

3 miles from Market Gates Shopping Centre

Market Gates Shopping Centre in Great Yarmouth offers an indoor shopping experience with over 40 stores including popular chain brands, integrated bus station, and ample parking. Open since 1976, it provides food outlets and retail convenience in a two-floor complex.

3 miles from Snettisham

Snettisham Reserve is a nature reserve on the Norfolk coast famous for its mudflats where tens of thousands of wading birds gather, creating spectacular birdwatching opportunities especially during special events like the whirling wader spectacle and winter geese flights. The reserve offers trails, hides, and accessible facilities for visitors.

2 miles from Sheringham Hall

Sheringham Hall is a historic Italian villa with significant gardens and parkland designed by Humphry Repton, featuring carefully concealed architecture and rare plant collections. Visits are by arrangement with the owners, offering a unique blend of indoor and outdoor heritage experiences in Norfolk.

2 miles from Raynham Hall

Raynham Hall is a beautifully intimate 17th-century house in Norfolk with interiors designed by William Kent, showcasing English domestic architecture from the early 1600s. Visitors can explore a historic home with rich agricultural and royal connections.

2 miles from Great Yarmouth Grey Friary

Great Yarmouth Grey Friary is the ruins of a historic Franciscan monastery in Norfolk, featuring remains of cloisters and church walls dating back to the 13th century.