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Family friendly in East Anglia
For families, the East of England makes days out and holidays feel simple to plan and easy to enjoy. There’s space to roam, plenty to do in every season and a mix of coast, countryside, waterways and culture that keeps different ages entertained without needing to travel far between places. Choose from hands-on attractions, outdoor adventures and wildlife experiences, then balance busy days with slower ones, like beach time, gentle cycling routes or a picnic in wide open landscapes. The region’s history is also easy to bring into family time, from castles and grand estates to stories shaped by the sea and the countryside, with plenty of sites that spark curiosity without feeling like hard work. When you want an evening plan, events, festivals and performances add colour, especially during school holidays. Food is family friendly here too, with markets, cafés, pubs and restaurants serving local produce alongside easy favourites. And wherever you base yourselves, there are welcoming places to stay, from self catering and holiday parks to hotels and camping, making it easier to shape a break around your family’s pace, budget and energy.
Family Friendly Stories & Inspiration
Things not to miss in East Anglia
Posted: 10th Mar 2026
East Anglia has splendid beaches, beautiful stately homes and estates, some of the best wildlife… East Anglia has splendid beaches, beautiful stately homes and estates, some of the best…
Things not to miss in East Anglia
Posted: 10th Mar 2026
East Anglia has splendid beaches, beautiful stately homes and estates, some of the best wildlife…
What National Trust properties are there in East Anglia
Posted: 7th Mar 2026
Guide to National Trust properties in East Anglia gives an overview on the fantastic range of…
Arts and culture in the East of England
Posted: 18th Feb 2026
Places where landscape, history and creativity shape experiences you discover at your own pace.
Top Family Friendly Attractions
The Hippodrome Circus
The Hippodrome in Great Yarmouth, built in 1903, Britain's last stand alone circus building hosting… The Hippodrome in Great Yarmouth, built in 1903, Britain's last stand alone circus building…
The Hippodrome Circus
The Hippodrome in Great Yarmouth, built in 1903, Britain's last stand alone circus building hosting…
Woodbridge Tide Mill Museum
Visit The Tide Mill, Woodbridge, one of a handful worldwide still producing flour and working on… Visit The Tide Mill, Woodbridge, one of a handful worldwide still producing flour and working…
Woodbridge Tide Mill Museum
Visit The Tide Mill, Woodbridge, one of a handful worldwide still producing flour and working on…
RSPB Minsmere
Coastal nature reserve with woods and wetland, 7 bird spotting hides, nature trails, shop and café. Coastal nature reserve with woods and wetland, 7 bird spotting hides, nature trails, shop and…
RSPB Minsmere
Coastal nature reserve with woods and wetland, 7 bird spotting hides, nature trails, shop and café.
World Horse Welfare Hall Farm
Meet the ponies at World Horse Welfare’s Hall Farm every weekend 10am - 4pm Meet the ponies at World Horse Welfare’s Hall Farm every weekend 10am - 4pm
World Horse Welfare Hall Farm
Meet the ponies at World Horse Welfare’s Hall Farm every weekend 10am - 4pm
Family Friendly Events
Forest School
Date: 30th Jan - 19th Dec 2026
Forest School offers participants the opportunity to develop confidence, self-esteem and social… Forest School offers participants the opportunity to develop confidence, self-esteem and…
The Halloween Garden
Date: 27th Oct - 31st Oct 2026
A pumpkin carving, leaf crunching, story telling, trail stomping autumn half term! A pumpkin carving, leaf crunching, story telling, trail stomping autumn half term!
Halloween Hoot
Date: 17th Oct - 31st Oct 2026
Prepare for a day of pumpkins and play this Halloween at Hirsty’s! Prepare for a day of pumpkins and play this Halloween at Hirsty’s!
Date: 24th Oct - 24th Oct 2026
Norman Price is determined to win the Pontypandy Treasure Hunt, but when he discovers clues to a… Norman Price is determined to win the Pontypandy Treasure Hunt, but when he discovers clues to…
Family Friendly Businesses
4 Old Lion Cottages
Charming 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage to let in the village of Thurne in the heart of… Charming 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage to let in the village of Thurne in the heart…
4 Old Lion Cottages
Charming 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage to let in the village of Thurne in the heart of…
8 Carpenters Cottages
Cosy Traditional Brick and Flint Norfolk Holiday Cottage in Holt with Piano Cosy Traditional Brick and Flint Norfolk Holiday Cottage in Holt with Piano
8 Carpenters Cottages
Cosy Traditional Brick and Flint Norfolk Holiday Cottage in Holt with Piano
Aldeburgh Coastal Cottages
With over 180 beautiful holiday cottages based in and around the stunning Suffolk Heritage Coast,… With over 180 beautiful holiday cottages based in and around the stunning Suffolk Heritage…
Aldeburgh Coastal Cottages
With over 180 beautiful holiday cottages based in and around the stunning Suffolk Heritage Coast,…
All Seasons Cottage Breaks
Three 4* self-catering cottages in Saxmundham, near the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Full of character… Three 4* self-catering cottages in Saxmundham, near the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Full of…
All Seasons Cottage Breaks
Three 4* self-catering cottages in Saxmundham, near the Suffolk Heritage Coast. Full of character…
Top Family Friendly Itineraries
Voted The Sunday Times' Best Place to Live 2026, the city of Norwich in Norfolk, with its medieval… Voted The Sunday Times' Best Place to Live 2026, the city of Norwich in Norfolk, with its…
If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of a city, then the Suffolk Coast is the perfect… If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of a city, then the Suffolk Coast is the…
Relax in stunning rolling countryside that's punctuated with beautiful villages and well-preserved… Relax in stunning rolling countryside that's punctuated with beautiful villages and…
Top Family Friendly Points Of Interest
Aldeburgh Beach
Aldeburgh Beach sits along the town's seafront on the Suffolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly… Aldeburgh Beach sits along the town's seafront on the Suffolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly…
Aldeburgh Beach
Aldeburgh Beach sits along the town's seafront on the Suffolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly…
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Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse
Discover Norfolk’s rural history over 50 acres of glorious countryside, from the traditional… Discover Norfolk’s rural history over 50 acres of glorious countryside, from the traditional…
Gressenhall Farm & Workhouse
Discover Norfolk’s rural history over 50 acres of glorious countryside, from the traditional…
Estate Cottage - Worstead Estate
Luxury Self Catering Cottage in Norfolk Luxury Self Catering Cottage in Norfolk
Date: 5th Jun - 5th Jun 2026
As the sun sets over the Anglo-Saxon Royal Burial Ground, soak up the atmosphere and discover more… As the sun sets over the Anglo-Saxon Royal Burial Ground, soak up the atmosphere and discover…
Watatunga Wildlife Reserve
A stunning wildlife reserve in west Norfolk offering buggy tours and accommodation A stunning wildlife reserve in west Norfolk offering buggy tours and accommodation
Watatunga Wildlife Reserve
A stunning wildlife reserve in west Norfolk offering buggy tours and accommodation
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