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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.
Top Family Friendly Attractions
NWT Cley Marshes
The Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s oldest nature reserve purchased in 1926 to be held ‘in perpetuity as a… The Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s oldest nature reserve purchased in 1926 to be held ‘in perpetuity…
NWT Cley Marshes
The Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s oldest nature reserve purchased in 1926 to be held ‘in perpetuity as a…
Deben Cruises
2 hour cruise with commentary to explain the rivers vast history from Bricks for the first White… 2 hour cruise with commentary to explain the rivers vast history from Bricks for the first…
Deben Cruises
2 hour cruise with commentary to explain the rivers vast history from Bricks for the first White…
Thetford Forest Park
Thetford Forest Park is a working forest as well as a place for relaxation and recreation. Thetford Forest Park is a working forest as well as a place for relaxation and recreation.
Thetford Forest Park
Thetford Forest Park is a working forest as well as a place for relaxation and recreation.
Anglia Indoor Karting
If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart Racing… If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart…
Anglia Indoor Karting
If you've got a budding Button or Hamilton in your family, then a trip to Anglia Indoor Kart Racing…
Family Friendly Events
Tulips At Houghton
Date: 11th Apr - 3rd May 2026
Tulips at Houghton transforms the Walled Garden with vibrant tulip displays, blossom-lined paths,… Tulips at Houghton transforms the Walled Garden with vibrant tulip displays, blossom-lined…
Forest School
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 Easter Garden
Date: 4th Mar - 4th Jun 2026
Join us for some gentle, Easter fun in the beautiful Walled Garden at Holkham Hall. Enjoy cuddles… Join us for some gentle, Easter fun in the beautiful Walled Garden at Holkham Hall. Enjoy…
The Halloween Garden
A pumpkin carving, leaf crunching, story telling, trail stomping autumn half term! A pumpkin carving, leaf crunching, story telling, trail stomping autumn half term!
Family Friendly Businesses
Hillside Animal Sanctuary
Hillside Animal Sanctuary was founded in 1995 to help and campaign for animals in need' and most… Hillside Animal Sanctuary was founded in 1995 to help and campaign for animals in need' and…
Hillside Animal Sanctuary
Hillside Animal Sanctuary was founded in 1995 to help and campaign for animals in need' and most…
Hippersons Boatyard
All Experiences available Tuesday to Saturday - Explore by dayboat or our unique Pedal boat for 2. All Experiences available Tuesday to Saturday - Explore by dayboat or our unique Pedal boat…
Hippersons Boatyard
All Experiences available Tuesday to Saturday - Explore by dayboat or our unique Pedal boat for 2.
Hindringham Hall Gardens
Shortlisted for Historic House Garden of the Year Award 2020 Shortlisted for Historic House Garden of the Year Award 2020
Hirstys Family Fun Park
Hirsty’s Fun Park near Great Yarmouth is fun for all the family. Activities include go-karts,… Hirsty’s Fun Park near Great Yarmouth is fun for all the family. Activities include go-karts,…
Hirstys Family Fun Park
Hirsty’s Fun Park near Great Yarmouth is fun for all the family. Activities include go-karts,…
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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Waveney River Centre
Welcome to Norfolk's ideal Broads holiday destination. Our park is set in the beautiful… Welcome to Norfolk's ideal Broads holiday destination. Our park is set in the beautiful…
Waveney River Centre
Welcome to Norfolk's ideal Broads holiday destination. Our park is set in the beautiful…
Framlingham Castle - English Heritage
Visit Suffolk's Castle on the Hill and explore the towering walls behind which Mary Tudor was… Visit Suffolk's Castle on the Hill and explore the towering walls behind which Mary Tudor was…
Framlingham Castle - English Heritage
Visit Suffolk's Castle on the Hill and explore the towering walls behind which Mary Tudor was…
Nightingale Cottage
Well equipped, comfortable cottage with 3 separate bedrooms and delightful, secure courtyard… Well equipped, comfortable cottage with 3 separate bedrooms and delightful, secure courtyard…
Nightingale Cottage
Well equipped, comfortable cottage with 3 separate bedrooms and delightful, secure courtyard…
Greenbanks Hotel
Silver Four Star accommodation in the Heart of Norfolk, makes an ideal base to explore the area. … Silver Four Star accommodation in the Heart of Norfolk, makes an ideal base to explore the…
Greenbanks Hotel
Silver Four Star accommodation in the Heart of Norfolk, makes an ideal base to explore the area. …
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