LET`S GO with the CHILDREN Norfolk

LET’S GO with the CHILDREN
Norfolk
Contents
Animals & Nature…………………….…………...3
History, Art & Science……………………………6
Trips & Transport………………..………………12
Fun & Play……………………………..…….…..15
Activities…………………………….……...…….17
Entertainment……………………………….……20
KEY: Prices given are for a family of four (2 adults, 2 children)
ANIMALS & NATURE
ATTLEBOROUGH Banham Zoo
a: Banham, NR16 2HE t: 01953 887771 w: www.banhamzoo.co.uk
Home to over 1000 animals, from big cats to shire horses. Attractions include feeding talks,
safari train and adventure play. Open daily, from 10am, closing times vary. Cost is up to £40
AYLSHAM Blickling Park
a: NR11 6NF t: 01263 738030
Discover a lakeside walk and a mausoleum cunningly disguised as a pyramid hidden away in
the Great Wood. Open daily, dawn-dusk. Free entrance
AYLSHAM Aylsham Fun Barns
a: Spa Farm House, Spa Lane, NR11 6UE t: 01263 734108 w: www.aylshamfunbarns.co.uk
Cuddle a bunny in the hands-on pet barn, see the goats and donkeys or have a pony ride. Let off steam
in the adventure play areas. Open Apr-Oct, daily, 10am-6pm, Nov-Mar, Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm. Cost is
up to £20
BEESTON REGIS Priory Maze and Gardens
a: Cromer Road, NR26 8SF t: 01263 822986 w: www.priorymazegardens.co.uk
Get lost in the 2m high beech hedge maze with hidden clues. Gardens offer a fun pack for children with a
quiz, (extra charge). Open Easter-Oct, daily, 10am-5pm, Nov-Feb, Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm. Cost is up to £20
BLAKENEY Blakeney National Nature Reserve
a: NR25 t: 01263 740241
Explore a three to four mile walk, including Blakeney Point, access to which is on foot from Cley
beach or by ferry from Morston. Free entrance
BRANCASTER Brancaster Staithe
a: on the A149, PE31 t: 01485 210719
A beautiful sandy beach to explore, halfway between Wells and Hunstanton. Free entrance
CLEY-NEXT-THE-SEA Cley Marshes
a: NR25 7RZ t: 01263 740008
This coastal nature reserve attracts many migrant and wading birds.Excellent bird-watching hides.A Visitor
Centre overlooks the reserve. Visitor Centre open daily, 10am-5pm, (4pm in winter). Cost is up to £10
ERPINGHAM Wolterton Hall and Park
a: off A140, NR11 7LY t: 01263 768444
A beautiful Georgian house with lake and parkland including an orienteering course and adventure
playground. Special events throughout the year. Hall open for tours Apr-Oct, Fri, 2-5pm. Park open
daily for walks, (small car park charge). Cost is up to £20
FAKENHAM Pensthorpe Nature Reserve and Gardens
a: NR21 0LN t: 01328 851465 w: www.pensthorpe.com
Take the chance to feed many different species of birds and get close in the free flight aviaries.
Open daily, 10am-5pm, (4pm, Jan-Easter). Cost is up to £30
FOXLEY Foxley Wood
a: off A1067 Norwich-Fakenham road, t: 01603 625540
Believed to be over 6000 years old, this National Nature Reserve is one of Norfolk’s largest
ancient woodland. Open Fri-Wed, dawn-dusk. Free entrance
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GREAT WITCHINGHAM The Animal Ark
a: NR9 5QS t: 01603 872274 w: www.theanimalark.org
Lots of attractions here to choose from. Visit the model farm, pets'corner or try out the zip wire
or go karts. Open Easter-Oct, daily, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £30
GREAT YARMOUTH ‘Little Tern Project’
a: North Denes, t: 01493 700645
From May to mid-August watch the terns nesting. The chicks hatch around mid-June and run
around the beach! Free entrance
GREAT YARMOUTH Berney Marshes
t: 01493 700645
Reached by boat, on foot by Weavers Way, or by one of the infrequent trains from Great
Yarmouth or Reedham. Free entrance
GREAT YARMOUTH Redwings Horse Sanctuary
a: Caldecott Hall, Beccles Road, Fritton NR31 9EY t: 0870 0400033 w: www.redwings.co.uk
A visit to Redwings Caldecott Visitor Centre near Great Yarmouth makes a wonderful family day out.
This quality assured visitor attraction is home to more than 80 rescued horses, ponies, donkeys and
mules. Including heavy horse Prince and tiny shetland Sampson. Visitors can learn more about the
work of Redwings, watch horse care demonstrations, visit the gift shop or enjoy a delicious meal in the
Nosebag Cafe. Entry is free! Open Mar-Oct, daily, 10am-5pm. Free entrance
GREAT YARMOUTH Amazonia World of Reptiles
a: Central Seafront, Marine Parade, NR30 3AH t: 01493 842202 w: www.amazonia-worldofreptiles.net
See one of Britain'
s largest collections of reptiles, from snakes and lizards to crocodilians. Open
daily, 10am-5pm, (closing times vary during school hols). Cost is up to £30
GREAT YARMOUTH Fritton Lake Countryworld
a: Fritton, NR31 9HA t: 01493 488288
Allow plenty of time for your visit because there are many attractions here, including the amazing Viking
fortress and adventure playground. Open Mar-Nov, please call for dates and times. Cost is up to £30
GREAT YARMOUTH Sea Life Centre
a: Marine Parade, NR30 3AH t: 01493 330631 w: www.sealife.co.uk
Submerge yourself in the secret world of the seabed and have close encounters with sharks and rays or
see the wonderful seahorse nursery. Open daily, from 10am, closing times vary. Cost is up to £40
GREAT YARMOUTH Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens
a: Filby, NR29 3DR t: 01493 369477 w: www.thrigbyhall.co.uk
Uncover a surprising selection of wild and exotic animals, from Sumatran tigers and red pandas
to crocodiles, reptiles and monkeys. Open daily, 10am-5pm, (dusk if earlier). Cost is up to £40
HEACHAM Norfolk Lavender
a: PE31 7JE t: 01485 570384 w: www.norfolk-lavender.co.uk
Visit the gardens and fields of lavender and herbs located between Hunstanton and King'
s Lynn.
Guided tours from May to Sept, (chargeable). Open daily, 9am-5pm, (4pm winter). Free entrance
HICKLING Hickling Broad National Nature Reserve
a: off A149, NR12 0BW t: 01692 598276
Explore the boardwalk nature trails through reed beds and open water or take a guided wildlife boat trail,
(additional charge, booking essential). Visitor centre open Apr-Sept, daily, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
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HOLME-NEXT-THE-SEA Holme Bird Observatory Reserve
a: PE36 t: 01485 525406 w: www.noa.org.uk
Take your binoculars and see just how many of the 320 species of birds that live or visit here
you can spot. Open Tues-Sun, 9am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
HOLME-NEXT-THE-SEA Holme Dunes National Nature Reserve
a: PE36 6LQ t: 01485 525240
Visit this wild and special place for birds, moths and flowers. Explore the dunes and make your way to the
beach. Reserve open all year, 10am-5pm; Visitor Centre open Apr-Oct, daily, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
HOLT Holt Country Park
a: off B1149, NR27 t: 01263 516298
Explore 100 acres of woodland with way-marked walks, orienteering course and adventure play
area. Events include guided walks, pond-dipping and nightjarring. Visitor Centre open daily,
school holidays, 10am-4pm. Free entrance
HOVETON Wroxham Barns
a: Tunstead Road, NR12 8QU t: 01603 783762 w: www.wroxham-barns.co.uk
The Junior Farm is a delightful setting for young children to stroke and feed a range of animals. A family fair
with rides individually priced (seasonal, 11am-5pm). Open Feb-Dec, daily, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £20
HUNSTANTON Hunstanton Sea Life Sanctuary
a: Southern Promenade, PE36 5BH t: 01485 533576 w: www.sealsanctuary.co.uk
Uncover the hidden depths of the marine world and encounter, at close hand, creatures such as
seals, otters, penguins and sharks! Open daily, from 10am, closing times vary. Cost is up to £40
MANNINGTON Mannington Gardens
a: off B1149, NR11 7BB t: 01263 584175 w: www.manningtongardens.co.uk
Wander through beautiful gardens and countryside or by a lake surrounding a medieval, moated
manor house. Gardens open, May-Sept, Sun, 12noon-5pm; Jun-Aug, also Wed-Fri, 11am-5pm.
Countryside walks open all year (small car park charge). Cost is up to £10
NORTH WALSHAM Bacton Wood
a: off B1150 t: 01263 516298
Discover 260 acres of woodland with way-marked trails and a permanent orienteering course.
Events throughout the year. Free entrance
NORWICH Church Marsh Surlingham
a: opposite Surlingham Church t: 01603 715191
Take a two-mile circular walk and keep your eyes peeled for a wide range of wildlife. Free entrance
OXBOROUGH Gooderstone Water Gardens
a: PE33 9BP t: 01603 712913 w: www.gooderstonewatergardens.co.uk
Unearth six acres of gardens with ponds, waterways, bridges and a natural trout stream to explore.
Also nature trails and a bird hide. Open daily, 10am-5.30pm, (or dusk). Cost is up to £20
RANWORTH Ranworth Broad
a: off B1140, NR13 6HT t: 01603 270479
The Broads Wildlife Centre, with interactive displays, is housed in a floating, thatched building,
reached by way of a boardwalk. Open Apr-Oct, daily, 10am-5pm. Free entrance
REEDHAM Pettitts Animal Adventure Park
a: NR13 3VA t: 01493 700094 w: www.pettittsadventurepark.co.uk
A delight for younger children, with shows, animals, a miniature railway, tiny-tot roller coaster
and vintage toy-car ride. Open mid-Mar-Oct, daily, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £40
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SCOULTON Melsop Farm Park
a: Ellingham Road, NR9 4NT t: 01953 851943 w: www.melsopfarmpark.co.uk
Check out the animals in this rare breeds centre, set in 17 acres of rural Breckland countryside.
Indoor and outdoor adventure play areas. Open mid Mar-Dec, Tues-Sun, (daily, school hols),
10am-5pm. Cost is up to £30
SNETTERTON World Horse Welfare
a: Hall Farm, signposted from the A11, NR16 2LR t: 01953 498682 w: www.worldhorsewelfare.org
Hall Farm is a must for animal lovers and families alike. Miles of marked walkways and over 130 rescued
horses and ponies to meet. Open Wed, Sat-Sun and Bank Hol Mons, 11am–4pm. Free entrance
SNETTISHAM Snettisham Coastal Park
a: off A149
Two way-marked circular walks pass through varied landscapes, from open grassland to dense
reed banks and open water. Free entrance
SNETTISHAM Snettisham Park
a: PE31 7NQ t: 01485 542425 w: www.snettishampark.co.uk
Spend a magical few hours getting close to the animals. There is also a 45 minute deer safari and
superb adventure playground. Open Feb-Oct, daily, 10am-5pm, (4pm in winter). Cost is up to £20
SOUTH LOPHAM Redgrave and Lopham Fen
a: Low Common, IP22 2HX t: 01379 688333
After 30 years of damaging water extraction the fens have been restored. The Visitor Centre
has information about wildlife habitats. Fen open all year, daily, dawn-dusk. Centre open SatSun & Bank Hol Mons, 10am-5pm, (4pm in winter). Free entrance
SOUTH WALSHAM Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden
a: School Road, NR13 6DZ t: 01603 270449 w: www.fairhavengarden.co.uk
Explore over three miles of walks through beautiful ancient woodland, with views across South
Walsham Inner Broad. Events throughout the year. Open daily, 10am-5pm, (9pm, Wed-Thurs,
May-Aug). Cost is up to £20
STOW BARDOLPH Church Farm Rare Breeds Centre
a: off A149, PE34 3HT t: 01366 382162 w: www.churchfarmstowbardolph.co.uk
Make friends with a wide variety of tame animals from sheep and goats to pigs, cattle, horses
and donkeys. Open 7 Mar-1 Nov, daily, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £30
STRUMPSHAW Strumpshaw Fen
a: Staithe Cottage, Low Road, NR13 4HS t: 01603 715191
Rich in bird, insect and plant life, this wetland site has six miles of trails through reed beds, wet
meadows, grazing marshes, rivers and dykes. Open daily, dawn-dusk. Cost is up to £10
THETFORD Thetford Forest Park
t: 01842 810271
Explore one of Britain’s largest lowland pine forests. Attractions include cycle trails, adventure
playground with Squirrel’s Maze, low ropes and orienteering course. Visitor Centre open daily,
summer, 9am-6pm, winter, 10am-4pm. Free entrance
TITCHWELL Titchwell Marsh Nature Reserve
a: off A149, PE31 8BB t: 01485 210779
This coastal reserve has a Visitor Centre, nature trails and hides. Pre-book for a variety of
events throughout the year. Open daily, 9.30am-5pm, (4pm in winter). Free entrance
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UPPER SHERINGHAM Sheringham Park
a: NR26 8TL t: 01263 820550
Delightful waymarked walks and you can survey the north Norfolk coast and a sea of
rhododendrons from three high viewing towers. Visitor Centre open daily, Easter-Sept, 10am-5pm,
Oct, Wed-Sun; Nov-Feb, Sat-Sun, 11am-4pm. Park open daily, dawn to dusk. Free entrance
WEETING Weeting Heath
a: IP26 4NQ t: 01842 827615
This Breckland National Nature Reserve is the best place in the UK to see the rare and elusive
stone curlew, so take along your binoculars. Visitor centre open Apr-Sept, daily, 10am-5pm,
reserve open daily Apr-Sept, 7am-dusk. Cost is up to £10
WELNEY Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust
a: Hundred Foot Bank, PE14 9TN t: 01353 860711 w: www.wwt.org.uk
Explore the unique fenland landscape and its wildlife. During the winter you can watch hundreds
of wild birds being fed by floodlight, (call for details). Open daily, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £20
WEST RUNTON Hillside Animal and Shire Horse Sanctuary
a: West Runton Stables, Sandy Lane, NR27 9QH t: 01263 837339 w: www.hillside.org.uk
Lots of attractions to see here, from heavy horse breeds and small animals to large displays of
bygone machines, wagons and gypsy caravans. Open 10am-5pm, Apr, May, Sept, Oct, Sun-Thurs;
Jun-Aug, Sun-Fri. Cost is up to £20
WINTERTON Winterton Dunes
a: on B1152
Discover a large sand dune area with wide variety of coastal plants and birds. Free entrance
HISTORY, ART & SCIENCE
AYLSHAM Blickling Hall and Gardens
a: NR11 6NF t: 01263 738030
This fine Jacobean house has a walled garden, lake, walks and picnic area. Children are welcomed
with a special guide, play area. Open 28 Feb-1 Nov, Wed-Sun, 11am-5pm, (Wed-Mon, school hols).
Cost is up to £30
BACONSTHORPE Baconsthorpe Castle
a: NR26
Well off the beaten track is the impressive ruin of a 15th century manor house. For sturdy
walkers, an eight-mile circular walk. Free entrance
BLAKENEY Shell Museum
a: Glandford, NR25 7JR t: 01263 740081 w: www.shellmuseum.org.uk
Built in 1915 by Sir Alfred Jodrell to house his beautiful collection of sea shells, jewels, fossils and
minerals. Open Easter Sat-Oct, 10am-12.30pm & 2-4.30pm, Tues-Sat, Bank Hol Mons. Cost is up to £10
CAISTER-ON-SEA Caister Castle Car Collection
a: off A1064, NR14 t: 01572 787251
View a vast collection of rare veteran, vintage, sports and touring automobiles and motorcycles.
Climb to the top of the 30m tower. Open mid May-Sept, Sun-Fri, 10am-4.30pm. Cost is up to £20
CASTLE ACRE Castle Acre Priory and Castle
a: PE32 2AF t: 01760 755394
On the edge of this pretty village lie the ruins of a double-moated Norman castle. Open Apr-Sept,
daily, 10am-6pm, Oct-Mar, Thurs-Mon, 10am-4pm. Cost is up to £20
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CASTLE RISING Castle Rising Castle
a: PE31 6AH t: 01553 631330 w: www.castlerising.co.uk
The keep and ramparts still survive, and a digital audio tour guide enlivens this splendid example of an
imposing Norman Castle. Open Apr-Oct, daily, 10am-6pm, (dusk, Oct), Nov-Mar, Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm.
Cost is up to £20
COCKLEY CLEY Iceni Village and Museums
a: PE37 8AN t: 01760 724588 w: www.icenivillage.com
On what is believed to be the original site, this reconstruction of an Iceni tribal village offers a
nature trail and bird hide. Open Apr-Oct, daily, 11am-5.30pm, (10am, Jul-Aug). Cost is up to £20
CROMER RNLI Henry Blogg Lifeboat Museum
a: The Promenade, NR27 9HE t: 01263 511294
Cromer’s dramatic sea rescue history is told here through models, pictures and photographs. The
Tyne-class lifeboat is on view at the lifeboat house. Open Feb-Nov, Tues-Sun, 10am-5pm, (4pm in
winter). Free entrance
CROMER Cromer Museum
a: East Cottages, Tucker Street, NR27 9HB t: 01263 513543 w: www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk
Imagine what life was like in 19th century Cromer and explore the cosy Victorian fisherman’s cottage.
Open Apr-Oct, Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, Sun, 2-5pm; Nov-Feb, Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm. Cost is up to £10
CROMER Felbrigg Hall
a: off B1436, NR11 8PR t: 01263 837444
A fine 17th century house with wonderful park and woodland. A children’s guidebook (small
charge) points out things of interest in the house. Grounds open daily all year, dawn-dusk. Hall
and gardens open 4th Apr-1st Nov, Sat-Wed, 11am-5pm. Cost is up to £20
DENVER Denver Windmill
a: SW of Downham Market, PE38 0EG t: 01366 384009 w: www.denvermill.co.uk
Visit a fully restored working windmill! There are guided tours, a Visitor Centre, craft workshops
and bakery. Open daily, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
DEREHAM Gressenhall Farm Workhouse and Museum of Norfolk Life
a: on B1146, NR20 4DR t: 01362 860563 w: www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk
Discover Norfolk life through hands-on displays set in workhouses. See also a 1920’s farm, worked
by heavy horses and stocked with rare breeds. Please call for dates and times. Cost is up to £30
DICKLEBURGH 100th Bomb Group Memorial Museum
a: Common Road, IP21 4HP t: 01379 740708 w: www.100bgmus.org.uk
The original World War II control tower, now a museum, pays tribute to the men of the American
8th Air Force. Visitor Centre and picnic area. Open Mar-Oct, Sat-Sun, Bank Hols, 10am-5pm,
also May-Sept, Wed. Free entrance
DISS Bressingham Steam and Gardens
a: IP22 2AB t: 01379 686900 w: www.bressingham.co.uk
For a fun-filled family day out escape to the tranquillity of rural Norfolk and visit one of Europe’s
leading steam collections. Explore over 16 acres of famous gardens. Open daily, Mar-Jun,
Sept-Oct, 10.30am-5pm; Jul-Aug, 10.30am-5.30pm. Cost is up to £40
DOWNHAM MARKET Collectors World and The Magical Dickens Experience
a: Hermitage Hall, on A1122 beside Downham Bridge, PE38 0AU t: 01366 383185
w: www.collectors-world.org
An eccentric mixture, from cars to cameras and the Swinging Sixties to Norfolk hero Nelson!
Also check out the new Animal Park and Indian Village where there is a variety of animals to
see. Please call for opening times. Cost is up to £20
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FAKENHAM Langham Glass
a: Tattersett Business Park, NR21 7RL t: 01485 529111 w: www.langhamglass.co.uk
Marvel at traditional glass-blowing skills and listen to the glass-makers as you watch them work.
Children can try out old fashioned games. Open Apr-Oct, daily, 10am-5pm, Nov-Mar, Mon-Fri. Call for
prices. Pay as you go
GREAT BIRCHAM Bircham Windmill
a: PE31 6SJ t: 01485 578393 w: www.birchamwindmill.co.uk
This beautifully restored 19th century working windmill and bakery transports you back to a
bygone era of rural Norfolk. Open 5th Apr-Sept, daily, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
GREAT YARMOUTH Elizabethan House Museum
a: 4 South Quay, NR30 2QH t: 01493 745526 w: www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk
Built in 1596, rooms depict family life from Tudor to Victorian times, while the activity-packed Toy Room is
of special interest to children. Open Apr-Oct, Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun, 1.15-5pm. Cost is up to £10
GREAT YARMOUTH Norfolk Nelson Museum
a: 26 South Quay, NR30 2RG t: 01493 850698 w: www.nelson-museum.co.uk
Learn about the life and history of Nelson and experience for yourself the rigours of life at sea. Open NovMar, Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, Sun, 1-4pm, Apr-Oct, Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm, Sun, 1-4pm. Cost is up to £10
GREAT YARMOUTH Tollhouse Museum
a: Tollhouse Street, off South Quay, NR30 3BX t: 01493 745526
Visit the dungeons and see the Victorian prisoners locked in their cells in one of the oldest civic
buildings in England. Open Apr-Oct, Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun, 1.15-5pm. Cost is up to £10
GREAT YARMOUTH Row 111 and The Old Merchant’s House
a: South Quay, NR30 2RG t: 01493 857900
See the last remaining 17th century row houses, of significant local architectural interest and
typical of its day. Open daily, Mar-Sept, 12noon-5pm. Cost is up to £20
GREAT YARMOUTH Time and Tide Museum
a: Blackfriars Road, NR30 3BQ t: 01493 743930
An interactive museum for all the family, discover Great Yarmouth’s rich maritime and fishing heritage.
Open Apr-Oct, daily, 10am-5pm, Nov-Mar, Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, Sat-Sun, 12noon-4pm. Cost is up to £20
GREAT YARMOUTH Yesterday's World
a: 34 Marine Parade, NR30 2EN t: 01493 331148 w: www.yesterdaysworld.co.uk
Experience a thrilling time travel adventure through over 100 years of British History in a
spectacular recreation of olden times. Open daily 10am-4pm. Cost is up to £20
GREAT YARMOUTH Pottery Workshops
a: 18/19 Trinity Place, off Blackfriars Road, NR30 3HA t: 01493 850585
Being re-developed early 2009, please call for more information. Please call for times and prices. Pay
as you go
HAPPISBURGH Happisburgh Lighthouse
a: Lighthouse Lane, NR12 0PY t: 01692 650442 w: www.happisburgh.org
Climb the 112 steps of this red and white striped coastal landmark for spectacular views. Not for
vertigo sufferers or under 8s. Open Easter Sun-Mon, 11am-4pm, Aug, Sun, Bank Hol Mons,
(call to pre-book visits and for additional opening times). Cost is up to £10
HORNING RAF Air Defence Radar Museum
a: RAF Neatishead, NR12 8YB t: 01692 633309 w: www.radarmuseum.co.uk
Learn about the story of radar from its conception to modern computer technology. Open Apr-Oct,
Tues, Thurs, 10am-5pm, and 2nd Sat of each month all year. Cost is up to £20
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HORSEY Horsey Windpump
a: on B1159, NR29 4EF t: 01493 393904
Clamber up the steep wooden stairs of this early 20th century drainage pump for good views of
the Broads. Call for opening times. Cost is up to £10
HORSHAM ST FAITH City of Norwich Aviation Museum
a: Old Norwich Road, NR10 3JF t: 01603 893080 w: www.cnam.co.uk
A collection of aircraft and memorabilia tells the aviation history of Norfolk and includes the 100
Group Memorial Museum. Open Apr-Oct, Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm, Sun, 12noon-5pm; Nov-Mar,
Wed, Sat, 10am-4pm, Sun, 11am-3pm. Cost is up to £20
HOUGHTON Houghton Hall
a: PE31 6UE t: 01485 528569 w: www.houghtonhall.com
See the model soldier museum and white fallow deer at this property built in the early 18th century for
Sir Robert Walpole. Open Easter Sun-Sept, Wed-Thurs, Sun, Bank Hol Mons, 11.30am-5.30pm,
(house opens 1.30pm). Cost is up to £30
KING’S LYNN Caithness Crystal
a: Paxman Road, Hardwick Industrial Estate, PE30 4NE t: 01553 765111 w: www.caithness-crystal.co.uk
See how this world-famous glass is made. Children'
s experience available where they can make their
own paperweight, hand or foot cast (charge applies). Open Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm, Sun, 10am-4pm. Free
entrance
KING’S LYNN Custom House
a: Purfleet Quay, PE30 1HP t: 01553 763044
Find displays about the customs men and their enemies, the smugglers, amongst other famous
and not-so-famous Lynn mariners. Open Apr-Sept, Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, Sun, 12noon-5pm;
Oct-Mar, Mon-Sat, 10.30am-4pm, Sun, 12noon-4pm. Free entrance
KING’S LYNN The Green Quay
a: Marriotts Warehouse, South Quay, PE30 5DT t: 01553 818500 w: www.thegreenquay.co.uk
Learn about the Wash and its wildlife at this interactive discovery centre, suitable for all ages.
Open daily, 9am-5pm. Free entrance
KING’S LYNN Lynn Museum
a: Market Street, PE30 1NL t: 01553 775001 w: www.lynnmuseum.org
Discover the story of West Norfolk through artefacts and interactive displays. Events throughout
the year. Open Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
KING’S LYNN Tales From The Old Gaol House
a: Saturday Market Place, PE30 5DQ t: 01553 774297
A personal audio tour guides you through the 1930s police station and 18th and 19th century
prison cells. Open Apr-Oct, Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm, Nov-Mar, Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Cost is up to £10
KING’S LYNN Town House Museum of Lynn Life
a: 46 Queen Street, PE30 5DQ t: 01553 773450
The past of this once-thriving port is brought to life through exhibits, from costumes and toys to
historic room displays. Re-opens Feb 2009 please call for specific times. Cost is up to £10
KING’S LYNN True’s Yard Fishing Heritage Museum
a: 3-5 North Street, PE30 1QW t: 01553 770479 w: www.truesyard.co.uk
Explore these two tiny cottages that have been restored and contain objects and stories from
the old fisher folk of North End. Open Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm. Cost is up to £10
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LETHERINGSETT Letheringsett Watermill
a: Riverside Road, NR25 7QD t: 01263 713153 w: www.letheringsettwatermill.co.uk
Built in 1798, this fully restored, water-powered flour mill demonstrates the old traditions of making
flour. Open Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm, (9am-4pm, Oct-Whitsun), Sat, 9am-1pm. Cost is up to £10
LUDHAM Toad Hole Cottage
a: How Hill, NR29 5PG t: 01692 678763
This eel-catcher’s tiny cottage, set in fens, marshes and woodland, recaptures the world of the Victorian
marshman. Open Easter-May, Oct, daily, 10.30am-5pm, Jun-Sept, 9.30am-6pm. Free entrance
LYNFORD Grimes Graves
a: miles NW of Thetford, off A134, IP26 5DE7 t: 01842 810656
Uncover these 4000 year old Neolithic flint mines for a glimpse into the world of stone-age man,
(not suitable for under 5s). Open Apr-Sept, daily, 10am-6pm, Oct, Mar, Thurs-Mon, 10am-5pm.
Cost is up to £10
MUNDESLEY-ON-SEA Mundesley Maritime Museum
a: Beach Road, NR11 8BQ t: 01263 720879
Housed in a former coastguard lookout, this museum has photos and information illustrating Mundesley’s
maritime history. Open Easter weekend & May-Sept, daily, 11am-1pm & 2-4pm. Cost is up to £10
NORTH WALSHAM Norfolk Motor Cycle Museum
a: Railway Yard, NR28 0DS t: 01692 406266 w: www.mc-museum.freeserve.co.uk
See a range of motor cycles dating from 1920 to 1960. Open Apr-Oct, daily, 10am-4.30pm, Nov-Mar,
Mon-Sat. Cost is up to £10
NORWICH Caister St Edmund Roman Town
a: Caister St Edmund, NR14
The greenfield site of Roman Venta Icenorum is Norfolk’s forgotten town, once its capital. A
marked circular walk with information boards. Free entrance
NORWICH Norwich Cathedral
a: The Close, NR1 4EH t: 01603 218300 w: www.cathedral.org.uk
Get a sense of history in this fantastic building with 14th century cloisters. Children can choose
from a variety of trails (extra charge). Open May-Sept, daily, 7.30am-7pm, Oct-Apr, 7.30am6pm; with 2 guided tours. Free entrance
NORWICH Norwich City Walking Tours
a: Tourist Information Centre, The Forum, Millennium Plain, NR2 1TF t: 01603 213999
w: www.visitnorwich.co.uk
Find out about fascinating history on foot. Tours Apr-Oct, call for specific details. Cost is up to £10
NORWICH Royal Norfolk Regimental Museum
a: Shirehall, Market Avenue, NR1 3JQ t: 01603 223649 w: www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk
Videos, exhibits and a reconstructed World War I trench with sound effects, tell the regiment’s story
since 1685. Open Tues-Fri, 10am-4.30pm, (also Mon, school hols), Sat, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
NORWICH Dragon Hall
a: 115-123 King Street, NR1 1QE t: 01603 663922 w: www.dragonhall.org
Check out this magnificent Merchant'
s Hall. Also available are displays, gallery area and children’s trail
with audio guide available. Open Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm, Sun, 11am-4pm. Cost is up to £20
NORWICH Inspire Hands-On Science Centre
a: St Michael’s Church, Coslany Street, NR3 3AE t: 01603 612612 w: www.inspirediscoverycentre.com
Set in a restored medieval church, this futuristic centre encourages all ages to explore the wonders
of the world of science. Open Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, Sat-Sun, 11am-5pm. Cost is up to £20
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NORWICH Norwich Castle Museum
a: Castle Meadow, NR1 3JU t: 01603 493625 w: www,museums.norfolk.gov.uk
Learn about East Anglian Queen Boudicca’s struggle with the Romans and see relics of her tribe’s
golden treasures. Open Mon-Fri, 10am-4.30pm, Sat, 10am-5pm, Sun, 1-5pm; school hols, Mon-Sat,
10am-5.30pm. Cost is up to £20
NORWICH BBC Tours Norwich
a: The Forum, Millenium Plain, NR2 1BH t: 0370 9011227* w: www.bbc.co.uk/tours
From April 2009, BBC Norwich will be offering set tours every Sunday. The tour will include a visit to the
Look East Studio and Production Gallery, visit Radio Norfolk and then visit the new Interactive studio
where visitors will be given a chance to have Please check website for details. Cost is up to £30
OXBOROUGH Oxburgh Hall
a: Stoke Ferry Road, PE33 9PS t: 01366 328258
This 15th century manor house is surrounded by a water-filled moat and has a priest’s hole. Trails for
children and a special guidebook (small charge). Please call for dates and times. Cost is up to £20
SANDRINGHAM Sandringham House Museum and Gardens
a: PE35 6EN t: 01553 772675 w: www.sandringhamestate.co.uk
The country retreat of HM the Queen includes 600 acres of grounds and lakes. There is a museum
and visitor centre. Open 11 Apr-24 Jul, 2 Aug-1 Nov, daily, 11am-4.45pm, (4pm, Oct); Gardens open
10.30am-5pm, (4pm, Oct). Cost is up to £30
SHERINGHAM Henry Ramey Upcher Private Lifeboat Museum
a: West End Fisherman’s Slipway, NR26 t: 01263 824343
Built in 1894, this lifeboat is in its original condition.Open Easter-Sept, daily, 12noon-4.30pm.Free entrance
STALHAM Stalham Firehouse Museum
a: High Street, NR12 9BB t: 01692 580553
This tiny museum is the second oldest restored firehouse in Britain and holds a collection of uniforms,
wartime artefacts and an 1883 fire engine. Open Easter-Sept, Tues, Thurs, Fri, 10am-12noon, 2-4pm
Free entrance
STALHAM Museum of the Broads
a: Poors Staithe, NR12 9DA t: 01692 581681 w: www.museumofthebroads.org
A children’s hands-on activity corner brings to life the history of the Broads. There are also quiz
sheets available. Open Easter-Oct, daily, 10.30am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
STRUMPSHAW Strumpshaw Steam Museum
a: signposted off A47, NR13 4HR t: 01603 714535 w: www.strumpshawsteammuseum.co.uk
Explore an Aladdin’s cave of steam engines and farm machinery. Ride on the 1920s fairground
carousel and the narrow-gauge railway. Please call for times. Cost is up to £20
SWAFFHAM EcoTech Centre
a: Turbine Way, PE37 7HT t: 01760 726100 w: www.ecotech.org.uk
Climb to the top of this unique wind turbine with viewing platform (over 7s only). Talks and
guided tours available. Open Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm, please call for tour times. Cost is up to £20
THURSFORD GREEN Thursford Collection
a: signposted off A148, NR21 0AS t: 01328 878477 w: www.thursford.com
See a spectacular collection of giant mechanical organs including a Wurlitzer or enjoy the thrill
of the Venetian Gondola and Switchback rides. Please call for times, prices and Santa special
information. Pay as you go
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WALSINGHAM The Shirehall (Courthouse) Museum
a: NR22 6BP t: 01328 820510
Be the judge in this small museum, or put yourself in the dock! Pay a visit to the cells and walk
through the Abbey ruins and gardens. Please call for times and prices. Pay as you go
WELLS-NEXT-THE-SEA Holkham Hall
a: NR23 1AB t: 01328 710227 w: www.holkham.co.uk
Visit this Palladian-style stately home with large bygones museum. Enjoy a cruise on the lake or
visit the nursery, gardens and pottery. Please call for opening times. Cost is up to £30
WEYBOURNE Muckleburgh Collection
t: 01263 588210 w: www.muckleburgh.co.uk
Original WWII buildings tell the history of the camp. Special tank demonstration days and an
adventure playground. Please call for opening times and prices. Pay as you go
WYMONDHAM Heritage Museum
a: The Bridewell, Norwich Road, NR18 0NS t: 01953 600205 w: www.wymondhamheritagemuseum.co.uk
This award-winning museum has many displays of local interest. Trails, quizzes and a chance to
see the dungeons will intrigue children. Open Mar-Nov, Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm. Cost is up to £10
TRIPS & TRANSPORT
ACLE Bridge Craft
a: Acle Bridge, NR13 3AS t: 01493 750378
Day cruisers. Pay as you go
AYLSHAM Bure Valley Railway
a: Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, NR11 6BW t: 01263 733858 w: www.bvrw.co.uk
Enjoy a nine-mile trip to Wroxham along Norfolk’s longest narrow-gauge railway. The Boat Train
connects with cruises on the Broads, inclusive fares available. Call for timetable and price info.
Santa Specials in Dec, (pre-booking required). Pay as you go
BRUNDALL Harnser Marine
a: Riverside Estate, NR13 5PS t: 01603 713446 w: www.harnsermarine.com
Day cruisers. Pay as you go
CROMER Pedal Revolution
a: Gordon House, West St, NR27 9DS t: 01263 510039
Cycle hire. Pay as you go
DEREHAM Mid-Norfolk Railway
a: Station Road, NR19 1DF t: 01362 690633 (timetable info 01362 851723) w: www.mnr.org.uk
Take an 11-mile journey, through rural mid-Norfolk, between Dereham and Wymondham
Abbey. Specials events throughout the year. Please call for times. Cost is up to £30
GELDESTON Rowan Craft
a: Wherry Dyke, NR34 0LY t: 01508 518208 w: www.rowancraft.com
Canoes and day boats. Pay as you go
GREAT YARMOUTH Haven Cruiser
a: Britannia Pier (beach), t: 01493 602724
Daily sea trips run to Scroby Sands, one mile offshore. See the seals basking on the sands and
enjoy live commentary. Trips May-Sept, daily, 10am-3.30pm. Cost is up to £20
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GREAT YARMOUTH North Drive Boating Lake
a: North Drive, NR30 4EW t: 01493 844194
Canoes, pedaloes and rowing boats. Pay as you go
HEACHAM AE Wallis
a: 34-40 High St, PE31 7EP t: 01485 571683 w: www.aewallis.co.uk
Cycle hire. Pay as you go
HICKLING Whispering Reeds Boats
a: Staithe Road, NR12 0YW t: 01692 598314 w: www.whisperingreedds.net
Has rowing boats, day launchers, canoes and sailing dinghies. Pay as you go
HORNING The Mississippi Riverboat Co
a: next to Swan Hotel t: 01692 630262 w: www.southern-comfort.co.uk
A Mississippi paddleboat takes you on a 90 minute luxury cruise with commentary on the
Norfolk Broads. Private hire available. Trips run Mar-Nov. Cost is up to £20
HORNING Ferry Marina
a: Ferry Road, NR12 8PS t: 01692 630392 w: www.ferry-marina.co.uk
Day cruisers. Pay as you go
HORNING JB Boats
a: 106 Lower Street, NR12 8PF t: 01692 631411 w: www.jbjoats.co.uk
Has day and fishing boats available. Pay as you go
HOVETON Broadland Cycle Hire
a: Bewilderwood, Horning Rd, NR12 8JW t: 01603 783096
Cycle hire. Pay as you go
HUNSTANTON Searles Seatours
a: Promenade t: 07831 321799 w: www.seatours.co.uk
View the coastline and enjoy seal trips and rides in a WWII ex-army DUKW. Also tours on the ‘Wash
Monster’, a converted American transporter-ship. Trips run Apr-Sept, booking advisable. Cost is up to £30
HUNSTANTON Fat Birds Don't Fly Cycle Centre
a: 12 Kings Lynn Rd, PE36 6AN t: 01485 535875 w: www.fatbirds.co.uk
Cycle hire. Pay as you go
LUDHAM How Hill
a: NR29 5PG t: 01692 678763
Get really close to Broads wildlife when you take an hour-long trip on a small electric launch
through the quiet waters of the How Hill nature reserve. Trips Jun-Sept daily, Apr-May, Oct, SatSun & school hols. Booking advisable. Cost is up to £20
LUDHAM Ludham Bridge Services
a: Ludham Bridge, NR29 5NX t: 01692 631011 w: www.ludhambridgeboats.co.uk
Motor boats, rowing boats, electric boats, sailing dinghies and day cruisers available. Pay as you go
MORSTON QUAY Bean Boat Trips
a: Morston Lane t: 01263 740038 w: www.beansboattrips.co.uk
Take a trip to see the seals and a wealth of bird life at Blakeney Point nature reserve. Operates
all year, weather permitting. Cost is up to £30
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NEATISHEAD Broads Authority
a: Gay’s Staithe, near the Barton Angler Country Inn t: 01603 782281
Explore the restored Barton Broad with a guided trip on ‘Ra’, a solar-powered passenger boat.
Trips last just over an hour and booking is essential. Operates Easter-May, Oct, Sat-Sun, Bank
Hol Mons, (daily in school hols), Jun-Sept, daily. Cost is up to £20
NORTH WALSHAM Bike Riders
a: The Precinct, NR28 9BY t: 01692 406632
Cycle hire. Pay as you go
NORWICH City Boats
a: Griffin Lane, Thorpe St Andrew, NR7 0SL t: 01603 701701 w: www.cityboats.co.uk
Electric picnic boats and day cruisers. Pay as you go
POTTER HEIGHAM May Craft
a: Riverside, NR29 5ND t: 01692 670241 w: www.maycraft.co.uk
Has day cruisers. Pay as you go
SHERINGHAM North Norfolk Railway
a: The Station, NR26 8RA t: 01263 820800 w: www.nnr.co.uk
Travel along the scenic North Norfolk coastline on a five-mile journey by steam train between
the stations of Sheringham, Weybourne and Holt. Call for details of timetables. Cost is up to £30
STALHAM Bank Boats
a: Wheyford Bridge, NR12 9LN t: 01692 582457
Canoes and day cruisers. Pay as you go
STALHAM Moonfleet Marine Ltd
a: The Staithe, NR12 9DA t: 01692 580288 w: www.moonfleetmarine.co.uk
Day launchers available. Pay as you go
STOKESBY Riverside Tearoom and Stores
a: The Village Green, NR29 3EX t: 01493 750470
Cycle hire. Pay as you go
THETFORD FOREST PARK Bike Art
a: High Lodge Forest Centre, IP27 0AF t: 01842 810090 w: www.bike-art.com
Cycle hire. Pay as you go
WELLS-NEXT-THE-SEA Wells and Walsingham Light Railway
a: Stiffkey Road, NR23 1DR t: 01328 711630
Take a ride on one of the longest 10.25" narrow-gauge steam railways in the world on the unique
locomotive ‘Norfolk Hero’. Open Apr-Oct, daily, (telephone for timetable). Cost is up to £30
WIGHTON On Yer Bike
a: The Laurels, Nutwood Farm, NR23 1NX t: 01328 820719 w: www.norfolkcyclehire.co.uk
Cycle hire. Pay as you go
WROXHAM Broads Tours
a: The Bridge, NR12 8RX t: 01603 782207 w: www.broads.co.uk
Relaxing broadland tours in traditional style and double-decker boats, (combine with a nostalgic
steam journey on the Bure Valley Railway). Trips run Easter-Oct. Cost is up to £30
WROXHAM Barnes Brink Craft
a: Riverside Road, NR12 8UD t: 01603 782625 w: www.barnesbrinkcraft.co.uk
Day cruisers and picnic boats. Pay as you go
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WROXHAM George Smith & Sons
a: The Rhond, Riverside Road, NR12 8UD t: 01603 782527 w: www.dayboathire.com
Day cruisers. Pay as you go
FUN & PLAY
DEREHAM Planet Zoom at Strikes Bowl
a: Station Road, NR19 1DF t: 01362 696910 w: www.strikesbowl.co.uk
Explore this indoor adventure play centre with ball pools and aerial slides for children under
1.5m. Open daily, 10am-6pm. Cost is up to £10
DISS Monsters Ltd
a: Unit 11-12 Hopper Way, IP22 4GT t: 01379 641400 w: www.monstersltd.co.uk
Lots of fun to be had here with all the usual indoor play equipment. Open Mon-Sat, 9.30am-6pm,
Sun and Bank Hol Mons, 10.30am-6pm. Cost is up to £10
FAKENHAM Megafun at Superbowl
a: Bridge Street, NR21 9AW t: 01328 856650
Indoor adventure playground on three levels with chutes, slides, ball ponds, toddlers’ area and
more. Open daily, 11am, closing times vary. Cost is up to £10
GORLESTON House of Fun
a: Longs Industrial Estate, Englands Lane, NR31 6BE t: 01493 661313
Try the 9m astro slide if you dare or explore the multi-level framework. Cartoon themed toddler
area. Open, Mon-Fri, 10am-6pm, Sat-Sun, 10.30am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
GREAT YARMOUTH Louis Tussaud’s House of Wax
a: 18 Regent Road, NR30 2AF
See many famous personalities, torture chambers, a chamber of horrors, a hall of funny mirrors
and family amusement arcade. Open Easter-Oct, daily, 11am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
GREAT YARMOUTH Merrivale Model Village
a: Marine Parade, NR30 3JG t: 01493 842097 w: www.merrivalemodelvillage.co.uk
Visit a fantasyland of town and countryside in miniature with over 200 models including a
working fairground, castle and a royal exhibition. Open 28 Mar-1 Nov, daily, 10am, closing times
vary. Cost is up to £20
GREAT YARMOUTH Britannia Pier
a: Marine Parade, NR30 2EH t: General Office: 01493 842914, Box Office: 01493 84
w: www.brittannia-pier.co.uk
With dodgems, ghost train, giant slide, bowling and amusement arcade, this is a great place for
a family day out. Please call for dates and times. Pay as you go
GREAT YARMOUTH Joyland
a: Marine Parade, NR30 2EH t: 01493 844094 w: www.joyland.org.uk
All the fun of the fair, with rides including Snails, Pirate Ship and a Toy Town Mountain with
children'
s rollercoaster. Open daily, Easter-Oct. Pay as you go
GREAT YARMOUTH Pleasure Beach
a: South Beach Parade, NR30 3EH t: 01493 844585 w: www.pleasure-beach.co.uk
Thrills, fun and terror can be found in this nine-acre seafront amusement park featuring over 70
rides and attractions. Open Mar-Oct, call for times. Pay as you go
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KING’S LYNN Planet Zoom at Strikes Bowl
a: Lynn Road, PE30 4PR t: 01553 760333
Check out this indoor adventure play area for children under 1.5m with slides, ball pits, climbing
frames and soft football. Open daily, 10am-6pm. Cost is up to £10
KNAPTON Elephant Playbarn
a: Mundesley Road, NR28 0RY t: 01263 721080
For under 8s, this converted flint barn is full of soft play toys, ball pools, bouncy castles and
climbing frames. Open Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm, (Tues-Sun, school hols). Cost is up to £10
LENWADE Dinosaur Adventure
a: Weston Park, NR9 5JW t: 01603 876312 w: www.dinosauradventure.co.uk
Enjoy a day of discovery, adventure and fun with a dinosaur trail, Climb-a-saurus, adventure play
areas, crazy golf and raptor races. Open daily from 10am, closing times vary. Cost is up to £40
NORWICH Funky Monkeys
a: off Vulcan Road, NR6 6AY t: 01603 403220 w: www.funky-monkeys.com
Indoor adventure play centre, providing all the usual equipment and fun from ball pools and
slides to cargo nets. Open Tues-Sun, times vary please call. Cost is up to £10
NORWICH The Wizard Adventure Maze
a: Hall Farm, Metton, NR11 8QU t: 01263 761255 w: www.wizardadventuremaze.co.uk
Enjoy hours of fun, wandering through the maze. Open mid Jul-mid Sept, daily, 10am-5pm. Cost is
up to £20
NORWICH Quasar
a: 17-19 St Stephens Road, NR1 3SP t: 01603 763403 w: www.laserfun.co.uk
Laser fun for over 7s. Open Mon-Fri, 12noon-9pm, Sat, 9am-9.30pm, Sun, 10am-8pm. Pay as you go
PORINGLAND Playbarn
a: West Green Farm, Shotesham Road, NR14 7LP t: 01508 495526 w: www.theplaybarn.co.uk
Activity centre with indoor and outdoor play areas. The Barn Farm is open Easter-Oct with tractor-trailer
and pony rides (additional charge). Open Tues-Fri, 9.30am-3.30pm, Sun, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
SHERINGHAM The Splash Leisure Centre
a: Weybourne Road, NR26 8HF t: 01263 825675
Have fun at a beach-style swimming pool with a 24m flume ride for those over 1m tall. Cost is up to £20
THETFORD Fun2Play
a: Roman Way, Fisons Industrial Estate, IP24 1XB t: 01842 762600
An exciting indoor play area with mainframe, red astro and tube slides, ball pool and '
Spook'
room. Open daily, 10am-6.30pm. Cost is up to £10
THETFORD Waterworld
a: Croxton Road, IP24 1JD t: 01842 753110
Check out the three pools, one has waves, rapids, a water cannon, flume ride, (must be 1m), and spa
pool. Cost is up to £20
WELLS-NEXT-THE-SEA Playland
a: NR23 1AS t: 01328 711656 w: www.playlandwells.com
Next to the picturesque harbour and quay, you will find an indoor fun house with ball pit, slides,
swings and climbing frame. Open Sat-Sun and school hols, 10am-5pm. Cost is up to £10
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WROXHAM BeWILDerwood
a: off A1062 Horning Road, Hoveton, NR12 8JW t: 01603 783900 w: www.bewilderwood.co.uk
Deep in the woods in the sunniest corner of Norfolk is a land of brave adventurous people who you may
never see anywhere else in the world. Discover a land of Boggles, Twiggles and all their beautifully
unusual friends. The setting for the book ‘A Boggle at BeWILDerwood’, by the bestselling children’s
author Tom Blofeld, it’s a wonderful, mystical place where families can play together in a huge forest of
fun and adventure. With tree-houses, marsh walks, zip wires, huge slippery slopes, calming boat trips
and really yummy food. Have a great time, jumping, swinging and laughing your day away. Please call
or check the website for opening times. Cost is up to £40
WYMONDHAM Funtime Factory
a: Ayton Road, NR18 0QQ t: 01953 608080 w: www.funtimefactory.com
A three-level indoor multi-activity frame for children up to 1.5m with Tots Town for under 4s.
Laser combat arena available for parties. Open daily, 10am-6pm. Cost is up to £10
ACTIVITIES
BRANCASTER Brancaster Millennium Activity Centre
a: Dial House, PE31 8BW t: 01485 210719
Kayaking, sailing, mountain biking, team building.
BRANCASTER STAITHE Sailcraft
a: The Boat Yard, PE31 8BP t: 01485 210236 w: www.sailcraft.co.uk
Sailing, powerboating, canoeing, kayaking.
CROMER Karttrak
a: The Ave Hall Rd, Northrepps, NR27 0JW t: 01263 512649 w: www.karttrak.co.uk
Karting for over 8s.
CROMER Sticky Earth Ceramic Cafe
a: 15 Church St, NR27 9ES t: 01263 519642 w: www.stickyearthcafe.co.uk
Pottery painting.
DEERHAM Dereham Swim and Fitness Centre
a: Quebec Rd, NR19 1DF t: 01362 693419 w: www.leisure-centre.com
Centre has swimming pool. Badminton, tennis, football, basketball, cricket, martial arts,
volleyball, table tennis, tennis, trampolining.
DEREHAM Strikes Bowl
a: Station Rd, NR19 1DF t: 01362 696910 w: www.strikesbowl.co.uk
Ten pin bowling.
DISS Diss Swim and Fitness Centre
a: Victoria Rd, IP22 4JG t: 01379 652754
Centre has swimming pool.
DOWNHAM MARKET Downham Market LC
a: Bexwell Rd, PE38 9LL t: 01366 386868
Centre has swimming pool, Badminton, football, cricket, bowls, netball, roller skating, archery.
FAKENHAM Superbowl
a: Bridge St, NR21 9AX t: 01328 856650
Ten pin bowling.
FLEGGBURGH Broadland SC
a: Main Rd, NR29 3AE t: 01493 369651 w: www.broadlandsportsclub.co.uk
Centre has swimming pool. Tennis, squash, table tennis, football.
GREAT YARMOUTH Bure Park
a: Caister Rd, NR30 t: 01493 846354
Pitch & Putt.
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GREAT YARMOUTH Marina Centre
a: Marine Pde, NR30 2ER t: 01493 851521 w: www.marina-centre.com
Centre has swimming pool. Badminton, tennis, squash, racquetball, basketball, roller skating,
football, soft play area.
GREAT YARMOUTH Phoenix Swimming Pool
a: Mallard Way, Bradwell, NR31 8JU t: 01493 664575
GREAT YARMOUTH Pirates Cove
a: Marine Pde, NR30 2ER
Crazy golf.
GREAT YARMOUTH Regent Bowl
a: 92 Regent Rd, NR30 2AH t: 01493 856830 w: www.regentbowl.co.uk
Ten pin bowling.
HARLESTON Harleston LC
a: Wilderness La, IP20 9DD t: 01379 852088 w: www.broadlandsportsclub.co.uk/harleston.htm
Tennis, squash, football, badminton.
HOLT Doodle Pots
a: 1A New St, NR25 6JJ t: 01263 713135 w: www.doodlepots.co.uk
Pottery painting.
HOLT Norfolk ETC
a: Glandford, NR25 7JR t: 01263 740704 w: www.norfolketc.co.uk
Sailing, powerboating.
HUNSTANTON Golf Course
a: Golf Course Rd, Old Cliff Pde, PE36 5BD t: 01485 535150
Crazy golf, Pitch & Putt.
HUNSTANTON Oasis LC
a: Central Promenade, PE36 5BD t: 01485 534227
Centre has swimming pool. Squash, ice skating.
HUNSTANTON Thomas's Entertainment Ltd
a: The Showboat, Le Strange Tce, PE36 5AJ t: 01485 532377
Ten pin bowling.
KING’S LYNN Lynn Sport
a: Green Pk Ave, PE30 2NB t: 01553 818001
Roller skating, toddler gym, netball, football, basketball, martial arts, table tennis, tennis,
badminton, squash, trampolining.
KING’S LYNN St James Swim and Fitness Centre
a: Blackfriar St, PE30 1NN t: 01553 764888
Centre has swimming pool.
KING'S LYNN Strikes Bowl
a: 1-5 Lynn Rd, Gaywood, PE30 4PR t: 01553 760333 w: www.strikesbowl.co.uk
NORTH WALSHAM Victory Swimming and Fitness Centre
a: Station Rd, NR28 0DZ t: 01692 409370 w: www.victoryswimandfitnesscentre.co.uk
Centre has swimming pool.
NORWICH Eaton Park
a: South Pk Ave, NR4 7AX t: 01603 259613
Pitch & Putt.
NORWICH Foxwood Skirmish
a: Plumstead Rd East, NR7 9LW t: 01508 481841 w: www.skirmishuk.com
Paintball for over 12s.
NORWICH Funky Monkeys
a: Spar Rd, NR6 6AX t: 01603 403220 w: www.skateandplay.co.uk
Roller skating.
NORWICH Mousehold Heath
a: Gurney Rd t: 01603 419200
Pitch & Putt.
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NORWICH Norfolk Ski Club
a: Whitlingham La Trowse, NR14 8TW t: 01603 662781 w: www.norfolkskiclub.com
Skiing, snowboarding.
NORWICH Number Ten
a: Barnard Rd, Bowthorpe, NR5 9JB t: 01603 740730 w: www.numbertengroup.com
Ten pin bowling.
NORWICH Riverside Swimming Centre
a: Wherry Rd, NR1 1WX t: 01603 625166
NORWICH UEA Sports Park
a: Earlham Rd, NR4 7TJ t: 01603 592398 w: www.sportspark.co.uk
Centre has swimming pool. Climbing, football, netball, squash, tennis, badminton, trampolining,
basketball, archery, cricket, fencing, hockey, martial arts, table tennis.
NORWICH Whitlingham Outdoor Education Centre
a: Whitlingham Country Pk, NR14 8PR t: 01603 632307 w: www.whitlinghamoec.co.uk
Sailing, canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing, orienteering, mountain biking, climbing, abseiling,
archery.
SHERINGHAM Hilltop Outdoor Centre
a: Old Wood, NR26 8TS t: 01263 824514 w: www.hilltopoutdoorcentre.co.uk
High ropes, zip wire, archery, assault courses.
SHERINGHAM Pinewood Park LC
a: Holt Rd, NR26 8TU t: 01263 821208 w: www.pinewoodparkleisure.co.uk
Centre has swimming pool.
SNETTISHAM Surf 55
a: Snettisham Beach, t: 01553 679090 w: www.surf55.co.uk
Windsurfing.
SWAFFHAM Anglia Karting Centre
a: The Airfield, North Pickenham, PE37 8LL t: 01760 441777 w: www.anglia-karting.co.uk
Karting for over 8s.
THETFORD Breckland LC
a: Croxton Rd, IP24 1JD t: 01842 753110 w: www.leisure-centre.com
Centre has swimming pool. Soft play area, toddler gym, badminton, football, basketball,
trampolining.
THETFORD Combat Paintball Ltd
a: Primrose Cl, NR16 2RH t: 01842 750346 w: www.combatpaintball.org
Paintball for over 12s.
THETFORD Go Ape
a: High Lodge Forest Centre t: 0845 643 9215 w: www.goape.co.uk
High ropes.
WEASENHAM Extreeme Adventure
a: New Wood, t: 0870 1162698 w: www.extreemeadventure.co.uk
High ropes.
WYMONDHAM Silfield Village
a: The Street, NR18 9NL t: 01953 603150
Pitch & Putt.
WYMONDHAM Wymondham LC
a: Norwich Rd, NR18 0NT t: 01953 607171
Centre has swimming pool. Netball, football, basketball, hockey, cricket, table tennis,
badminton, squash, trampolining.
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ENTERTAINMENT
CROMER Movieplex
a: Hans Pl, NR27 9EQ t: 01263 513311 w: www.cromer-movieplex.com
CROMER Pavilion Theatre
a: The Pier, NR27 9HE t: 01263 512495 w: www.cromer-pier.com
DEREHAM Hollywood Cinema
a: Market Pl, NR19 2AW t: 01362 691133 w: www.hollywoodcinemas.net
FAKENHAM Hollywood Cinema
a: Market Pl, NR21 9BP t: 01328 856466 w: www.hollywoodcinemas.net
GREAT YARMOUTH Britannia Pier Theatre
a: Marine Pde, NR30 2EH t: 01493 842914 w: www.britannia-pier.co.uk
GREAT YARMOUTH Hippodrome Circus
a: St George’s Rd, NR30 2EU t: 01493 844172 w: www.hippodromecircus.co.uk
Seasonal
GREAT YARMOUTH Hollywood Cinema
a: Marine Pde, NR30 t: 01493 842043 w: www.hollywoodcinemas.net
GREAT YARMOUTH Pavilion Theatre
a: Pier Gdns, Gorleston, NR31 6PP t: 01493 662832 w: www.gorlestonpavilion.co.uk
GREAT YARMOUTH Spedeworth International
a: Yarmouth Stadium, NR30 5TE t: 01252 322920 w: www.spedeworth.co.uk
GREAT YARMOUTH St George's Theatre
a: King St, NR30 2PG t: 01493 858387
HOLT The Auden Theatre
a: Cromer Rd, NR25 6EA t: 01263 713444
HUNSTANTON Princess Theatre
a: The Green, PE36 5AH t: 01485 532252 w: www.princesstheatrehunstanton.co.uk
KING'S LYNN Corn Exchange
a: Tuesday Market Pl, PE30 1JW t: 01553 764864 w: www.kingslynncornexchange.co.uk
KING'S LYNN Norfolk Arena
a: Saddlebow Rd, PE34 3AG t: 01553 771111 w: www.norfolkarena.co.uk
KING'S LYNN The Majestic Cinema
a: Tower St, PE30 1EJ t: 01553 772603 w: www.majestic-cinema.co.uk
NORWICH Cinema City
a: St Andrew'
s St, NR2 4AD t: 0871 7042053 w: www.picturehouses.co.uk
NORWICH Hollywood Cinema
a: Anglia Sq, NR3 1DZ t: 01603 621903 w: www.hollywoodcinemas.net
NORWICH Maddermarket Theatre
a: St Johns Alley, NR2 1DR t: 01603 620917 w: www.maddermarket.co.uk
NORWICH Norwich Arts Centre
a: St Benedicts St, NR2 4PG t: 01603 660352 w: www.norwichartscentre.co.uk
NORWICH Norwich City FC
a: Carrow Rd, NR1 1JE t: 01603 760760 w: www.canaries.premiumtv.co.uk
NORWICH Norwich Puppet Theatre
a: St James Whitefriars, NR3 1TN t: 01603 629921 w: www.puppettheatre.co.uk
NORWICH Odeon
a: Riverside Leisure Park, NR1 1XA t: 0871 224 4007 w: www.odeon.co.uk
NORWICH Playhouse
a: St George'
s St, NR3 1AB t: 01603 598598 w: www.norwhichplayhouse.co.uk
NORWICH Studio Theatre
a: University of East Anglia, Earlham Rd, NR4 7TJ t: 01603 592272
NORWICH Theatre Royal
a: Theatre St, NR2 1RL t: 01603 630000 w: www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk
NORWICH Vue
a: Castle Mall, NR1 3DD t: 08712 240240 w: www.myvue.com
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NORWICH Whiffler Outdoor Theatre
a: at the Castle Gardens, NR1 3JC t: 01603 212626
Seasonal
SHERINGHAM Little Theatre
a: 2 Station Rd, NR26 8RE t: 01263 822347 w: www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com
SNETTERTON Racing Circuit
a: NR16 2JU t: 01953 887303 w: www.motorsportvision.co.uk
SWAFFHAM Swaffham Raceway
a: PE37 7QE t: 01252 322920 w: www.spedeworth.co.uk
WELLS-NEXT-THE-SEA Granary Theatre
a: Staithe St, NR23 t: 01328 710193
WEST ACRE Westacre Theatre
a: River Rd, PE32 1UD t: 01760 755800 w: www.westacretheatre.co.uk
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