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Holkham Estate

Fun for everyone not far from Wells-next-the-Sea

Within easy reach from Wells are some of the region's most popular venues and attractions. From the splendour of stately homes & gardens to the wonders of wildlife & nature, Norfolk is never short of amusement and entertainment. Norfolk has something for everyone.
Holkham Hall
Holkham Hall
Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
The stately home & its magnificent state rooms, 25,000 acres of rolling parkland, walled garden, nature reserve, beautiful beach and a host of attractions & events make Holkham an exciting place to visit.
Sandringham House
Sandringham Estate
King's Lynn, Norfolk
The country retreat of King Charles III and Queen Camilla. The house, 60 acres of gardens, 600 acre Royal Parkland with (dog-friendly) way-marked trails and a children's play area are all open to the public.
Pensthorpe
Pensthorpe
Fakenham, Norfolk
A 700-acre site with five gardens and a nature reserve. Activities include trails through woodland & meadows, indoor & outdoor play areas, off-roading & pond dipping. An action-packed outing for the whole family.
Houghton Hall
Houghton Hall
King's Lynn, Norfolk
The Palladian splendour of the historic stately home, award-winning garden, contemporary art, major exhibitions, rolling parkland, resident deer and much more make Houghton Hall a fantastic place to visit.
North Norfolk Railway Steam Train
North Norfolk Railway
Sheringham, Norfolk
Fondly known as the ‘Poppy Line’, this heritage railway runs between Sheringham & Holt. The scenery is stunning as you travel along the coast and through the countryside. Operated almost entirely by volunteers.
Sheringham Park
Sheringham Park
Sheringham, Norfolk
Explore 1000 acres of woodland & parkland. Famous for its vast collection of rhododendrons and azaleas. Climb to the top of the Gazebo viewing tower for breathtaking views. In the care of the National Trust.
Blickling Estate
Blickling Estate
Aylsham Norfolk
A beautiful Jacobean mansion sits within a magnificent garden and 4,600 acres of parkland. Explore on foot, by bike or with your four-legged friend. Gift shop, bookshop & cafés. A National Trust property.
Norfolk Lavender
Norfolk Lavender
Heacham, King's Lynn
England's premier lavender farm with nearly 100 acres of lavender under cultivation. Founded in 1932 and renowned worldwide, there's a gift shop, farm shop, lavender gardens, oil distillery & lavender tours.
Snettisham Park
Snettisham Park
Snettisham, King's Lynn
A 329 acre working farm where families can have an adventurous day out. Bottle feed lambs, collect fresh farm eggs, ride ponies and take a 45 minute deer safari where you'll meet a magnificent red deer herd.
Cromer Pier
Cromer Pier
Cromer, Norfolk
A Grade II listed Victorian pier, home to the Pavilion Theatre & the Cromer Pier Show, an award-winning variety show. The pier is one of the best crab fishing spots on the coast. Eat & drink at the Pavilion Bar.
Felbrigg Hall
Felbrigg Hall
Norwich, Norfolk
The rolling landscape park with a lake, 520 acres of woods & waymarked trails is a great place to explore nature on this bountiful estate. Families can enjoy a relaxing day out. In the care of the National Trust.
Muckleburgh Military Collection
Muckleburgh Collection
Weybourne, Norfolk
The largest privately owned military museum in the UK sited on a former Royal Artillery Anti-Aircraft training camp. Exhibits include artillery, missiles & machine guns, plus a collection of ships & land warfare models.
SEA LIFE Hunstanton Turtle
SEA LIFE Hunstanton
Hunstanton, Norfolk
A state-of-the-art marine aquarium taking visitors on an undersea odyssey filled with close encounters. Discover seal rescue, ocean tunnel, penguin beach & otter river. Watch out for the Inca terns!
Thursford Steam Engine Museum
Thursford
Thursford, Norfolk
Celebrating the golden age of steam. Enjoy all the fun of the fairground at the new Adventure Play Park. Marvel at the traction engines & organs. Delight in the sounds of the Wurlitzer & don't miss the Christmas Spectacular!
Sheringham Little Theatre
Sheringham Little Theatre
Sheringham, Norfolk
Entertainment on the stage or screen. Famous for the summer drama season & the professional panto in winter. Professional and amateur drama, movies, music and screenings of top national opera and ballet.