Norfolk - What you need to know before you go - Go Guides

Norfolk is a famously flat part of East Anglia, best known for the beauty of the Norfolk Broads. A very rural part of England, there are few major cities and towns to explore beyond Norwich, Sheringham and Great Yarmouth. Those there are have a distinctly historical look and plenty of charm.

Spanning about 117 square miles, the Broads is certainly the highlight of the county, with 7 rivers and countless canals and lakes to explore. However, there are also some manmade attractions to check out, including an impressive list of amusement parks and zoos, historical markets and some very good beaches.

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Great Yarmouth
Great Yarmouth is a resort town on England’s east coast offering sandy beaches, local history museums, wildlife and animal encounters, and quirky attractions for the whole family. Kids always enjoy visiting with animals, and the SEA LIFE aquarium offers the chance to see exotic and native marine life from sharks to penguins and beyond. The Merrivale Model Village is also...
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10 Best Beaches in Great Yarmouth
Great Yarmouth’s pristine beaches are part of why the town has been a mecca for holidaymakers for decades. Most of...

Where to go & what to do at night in Norfolk

10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Great Yarmouth
Great Yarmouth might be famed for its sandy beaches and summertime piers, but the classic Norfolk resort hardly goes to sleep after sunset. There are fun-filled family theatres, multi-screen cinemas showing the latest blockbusters, and lively gaming arcades where whack-a-mole and pinball offer hours of fun – and that's just along the main promenade by the sea. Delve into the town...
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