Short Breaks in Norfolk
Norfolk is a wonderful rural county that has been blessed with big skies, a fantastic coastline, and beautiful beaches. But Norfolk is not all about the coast, as there are the Norfolk Broads, nature reserves, and so many small quaint towns and villages with their flint and brick houses to discover. It’s a paradise for bird lovers as so many different birds visit during the year, and for walkers and cyclists as there is a maze of winding roads and footpaths criss-crossing the county. And if you want culture and history, make sure you visit bustling Norwich, once the second-wealthiest city in England after London. Your hardest decision is which of the exciting short breaks in Norfolk to choose!
Norfolk is a boon for lovers of history and architecture, too. It has an abundance of stately homes and gardens to explore, from the Royal Family's retreat of Sandringham, to Holkham Hall, Houghton Hall, Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall, Oxburgh Hall, Mannington Hall, and Hindringham Hall to name but a few. You’ll also find glorious gardens, ruined castles and religious buildings dotted around. There are just so many interesting attractions.
The Windmill at Cley-next-the-Sea © essentially-england.comAnd don’t forget Norfolk is “Nelson’s County”, celebrated as the birthplace and home of the great seaman Lord Nelson. Visit the aptly named Lord Nelson pub in pretty Burnham Thorpe and you can walk on the same stone floor and sit on the same bench as the great man!
Another thing we love about Norfolk are the many little farm shops selling freshly picked fruits and vegetables. If you visit from late May onwards, then you can guarantee fresh produce to buy or be served as part of your meal. Asparagus and strawberries around May/June are our favourite.
Short Breaks in Norfolk
Well, now’s the difficult bit as there is a wide selection of short breaks in Norfolk to choose from, and if you’re like me, you would want to take several breaks. Perhaps I would be better off if I just moved there!
Here are some ideas...
Scenic Trains, Norfolk Broads, & Sandringham
5 Days / 4 Nights
Travel
Make your own way to/from your Norwich hotel.
Visit
- Bure Valley Railway trip.
- Norfolk Broads paddle boat cruise.
- Holt to Sheringham on North Norfolk Railway.
- Cromer and Bittern Line train back to Norwich.
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Oxburgh Hall & Sandringham House & Estate.
Norwich & the Norfolk Broads
5 Days / 4 Nights
Travel
Coach travel to Norfolk hotel & back from various pick-up points.
Visit
- Warner Leisure Gunton Hall adult only hotel.
- Explore Cromer and try crabbing from the Victorian pier. and Norfolk Broads cruise.
- Morning visit to Great Yarmouth and its sandy beach.
- A day out in historic Norwich.
Great Yarmouth, Norfolk Broads, & Royal Sandringham Estate
5 Days / 4 Nights
Travel
Coach travel to Great Yarmouth hotel & back from various pick-up points.
Visit
- The Royal Family's Sandringham Estate.
- Explore the coastal town of Great Yarmouth.
- Optional extra day out in historic Norwich.
- Enjoy a peaceful Norfolk Broads cruise.
Big Blue Sky and Golden Sand at Blakeney Point © essentially-england.com
Great Little Trains of Norfolk
5 Days / 4 Nights
Travel
Coach travel to Great Yarmouth hotel & back from various pick-up points.
Visit
- Bure Valley Railway trip between Aylsham and Wroxham.
- Norfolk Broads paddle boat cruise.
- Optional extra day out in historic Norwich.
- The seaside resorts of Cromer, Sheringham, and a train journey on the North Norfolk Railway to Holt.
Christmas in Norfolk
5 Days / 4 Nights
Travel
Return coach travel to Great Yarmouth hotel from various pick-up points.
Visit
- Entertainment every evening including a visit from Santa.
- Traditional Christmas dinner.
- Admire the history & culture of Norwich on a day out.
- Coach tour to the beautiful north Norfolk coast & towns of Sheringham & Cromer.
Great Yarmouth & Sandringham Flower Show
5 Days / 4 Nights
Travel
Coach travel to Great Yarmouth hotel & back from various pick-up points.
Visit
- Free time to explore the seaside town of Great Yarmouth.
- Trip to the Norfolk Broads and boat cruise,
- Day out at the Sandringham Flower Show.
- Optional extra day in the historic city of Norwich.
We love Norfolk and have had a number of cycling holidays there. And now we're lucky enough to live even closer, so that we can have wonderful days out there exploring the history and countryside. It's a great place to visit and we strongly recommend going outside of the school holidays as it is less crowded.
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