Published: 3rd April, 2026
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Long time no sea? With 90 miles of unblemished, uncrowded coastlines, and century-old architecture, Norfolk is the perfect place to unwind and explore. Just like its famous Cromer Crab (extra sweet and flavourful from their unique habitat), no extra fuss is needed to savour a getaway here!
Hike around Cromer Ridge on the North coast and explore Beacon Hill, the highest point in Norfolk, with an unmissable blend of views from coastline to magical woodlands. Speaking of magic, visit the Pavilion Theatre in Cromer, the last of its kind and the only show you’ll ever catch on the end of a pier!
An hour away from Cromer is the Pingo Trail, offering a lovely (and free!) family day out, meandering through fairytale forest and marshy wetlands, and the old Roman Peddars Way, with the enchanting ‘Pingo’ ponds scattered throughout. While you’ll see some long-horned cattle on this walk, there is amazing wildlife everywhere in Norfolk! Visit the seals at Blakeney Point or go to Great Yarmouth’s Thrigby Hall wildlife park - yes, there are tigers in Norfolk!
From wild swimming in lakes, ponds, and snorkelling in the sea, to kayaking and canoeing, you’ll never fall short of activities. Think crabbing, fishing, and a boat day out where you can moor up and have a picnic in a quiet spot. Alternatively, you can find cycling paths, tennis courts, and golf courses all across Norfolk.
King’s Lynn offers unmissable architecture, with more graded buildings than any town in the UK, remarkable medieval homes and cobblestone streets. While you’re there, head over to the nearby Castle Acre Priory, where you’ll be transported back in time by the extremely well-preserved ruins of the monastic site, dating back to the year 1090!
If century old buildings aren’t enough for you, check out the Deep History Coast, the first place man touched foot in the UK, with footprints 800,000 years old found in Happisburgh! This might be the only time you find a mammoth tooth while rock pooling too. With very little light pollution, Happisburg is the perfect place to stay and stargaze after a history filled day!
There are national trust properties all over Norfolk, each one offering a different experience. Cross the moat and find the secret chambers of Oxburgh Hall or go fruit picking and dine at the restaurant at Wiveton Hall. Find the mausoleum pyramid in the forest of Blickling Hall or have a picnic in the rose garden at Holkham Hall - and imagine yourself in 18th century England as the 2008 ‘The Duchess’ was filmed here! It’s safe to say there’s a “Hall” for everyone in Norfolk!
A summer Food and Drink Festival also takes place in Holkham Hall, serving up artisanal, local produce, with everything from sweet chocolates to fresh fish and craft beer. The food scene in Norfolk is made up of inviting food markets, charming old tavern style pubs and restaurants (some with ponds and fields of wildlife nearby!), where you can devour fresh seafood, and the famed samphire to go with it!
What’s not to enjoy? Spend some time in Norfolk where you’ll never run out of things to do or not do! It’s impossible to not relax in a place as beautiful as this.
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