Places to explore in Norfolk

Make the most of the glorious space around you in Norfolk, we truly are lucky to have rolling countryside and 90 miles of coastline to explore. Here are a few recommendations from families at Town Close for you to enjoy.

Beautiful family friendly beaches within 40 minutes – 1 hour drive from central Norwich:

• Cromer- Lots of fun to be had in Cromer, enjoy delicious fish and chips and a walk down the pier
• Holkham – boardwalk onto a stunning beach, lined by a pine wood
• Sheringham- As well as having a beach to explore in the summer, the Norfolk Norfolk Railway line runs steam train experiences from Sheringham
• Thornham Bay & Holme-next-the-sea & Brancaster – although a further drive along the Norfolk coast, these beautiful beaches should not be missed, with miles of unspoilt sandy beach and wonderful shops and cafes in Thornham
• Wells- next- the- sea- hire a colourful beach hut and spend the day paddling, or explore Wells town
• Winterton & Horsey – best for seal spotting

Fun filled days out:

• Zoos- Banham Zoo
• Bewilderwood
• Fairhaven Water Garden
• High Lodge at Thetford Forest
• National Trust- Blickling Estate, Felbrigg Hall, Sheringham Park
• Roarr Dinosaur Adventure
• Sandringham Estate 
• Snettisham Park
• Wells and Walsingham Light Railway
• Wroxham Barns

Top tips:

“A family favourite during the summer holiday is a trip to Holme-next-the-sea. We often order a take away picnic from Thornham deli and collect it on the way to the beach. We tend to head to Holme as the beach is often quieter than Brancaster, most probably because the car park is smaller and it is a further walk from the car onto the beach itself, however, the beach is vast and worth the walk to find the perfect spot to spend the day. Before heading home, we stop off for fish and chips or pizza from the wigwam at Erics in Thornham- superb!”