Discover the East of England

Welcome to Visit East of England - the official tourism website and visitors guide for the region, designed to help you make the most from your day out, short break or holiday.

Directly to the north of London, the region is based around the ancient kingdom of East Anglia - covering the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk. The area has preserved much of its unspoilt character, rural landscape, architecture and traditions. From the University city of Cambridge and seaside fun, to outdoor pursuits and the unspoilt waterways of The Broads - we can help you plan where to stay and what to do whilst you are here.

At Visit East of England you can browse a huge variety of places to stay, explore what exciting things there are to do and discover a comprehensive database of events Find the locations of all the tourist information centres in the region - plus informative guides to our cities and towns, countryside and seaside

Latest News and Events

Heritage Open Days

Discover the region's fantastic architecture
and culture.

WIN a relaxing break in a top class hotel or tickets to a
fun attraction.

Autumn Treats (image credit: www.britainview.com)

Enjoy the colours, flavours and
wildlife of Autumn
in the East.

Put on your shoes and explore England's Easy Walking.

Visit our Movie
Map - and follow in the footsteps
of the stars.

Flavours of Autumn (image credit: www.britainonview.com/Joanna Henderson)

Apples, oysters and pumpkins. Celebrate British Food Fortnight.

Discover the
East of England's sporting excellence and venues.

Treat yourself this autumn at our restaurants serving local produce.

Attractions,
events, special anniversaries and
accommodation.

Sat 4 and Sun 5 September
Woodworks, Marston Vale Millennium Country Park, Marston Moretaine (nr. Bedford), Beds
Wood-related demos and products.
Sat 4 and Sun 5 September
Battle of Britain Air Show, Imperial War Museum Duxford, Cambs
Spectacular flying displays, including Spitfire and Red Arrows.
Sat 4 and Sun 5 September
English Wine Festival, New Hall Vineyards, Purleigh, Essex
Wine tastings and tours, crafts, art show and live music.
Sat 4 September
Orsett Show, The Showground, Orsett (nr. Grays), Essex
Main ring events, steam engines, heavy horses and crafts.
Sun 5 September
Medieval Jousting, Knebworth House (nr. Stevenage), Herts
Spectacular displays of medieval jousting. Two shows during day.
Sat 4 and Sun 5 September
Great Yarmouth Maritime
Festival, Norfolk
Tall ships, shanty music, fishy food and a visit from Lord Nelson.
Sun 5 September
Suffolk Punch Spectacular, Easton Farm Park (nr. Woodbridge), Suffolk
Grand parade, gymkhana, birds and prey, live music and crafts.
Sat 4 and Sun 5 September
Suffolk Autumn Garden Show, Trinity Park, Ipswich, Suffolk
Gardening displays and demos, plant stalls and arena events.

The East of England offers a range of exciting and varied events to suit all tastes - from carnivals, air display and arts festivals to craft fairs and agricultural shows.

Local Information Guides

Discover our Local Information Guides - and what makes the
East of England distinctive. Leave your car behind for the day and explore the local area.

Let's Go

Explore Let's Go... the East of England can be easily reached by train and coach. Take advantage of our great value special offers. Just download a voucher and go.