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Outdoors Adventure in East Anglia
The East of England is made for outdoor time, with coast, woodland, waterways and open countryside offering adventures for every pace. You can keep it simple with a long beach walk, a cycle along quiet lanes or a picnic in a wide open landscape, or add a little adrenaline with water sports, climbing, high ropes and activity days. On calmer days, paddleboarding, kayaking and boat trips bring a gentler rhythm, with fresh air doing most of the work. Families will find plenty of hands-on outdoor fun, while couples and friends can build an easy day around trails, viewpoints and places to stop for good food. Whatever the season, there are routes to follow, nature to notice and space to move, from coastal paths to forest tracks and waterside walks. Plan a quick reset or a full holiday of being outside, then come back indoors feeling lighter than when you left.
Outdoors + Adventure Stories & Inspiration
Things to do in East Anglia
Posted: 7th Oct 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 to do in East Anglia
Posted: 7th Oct 2026
East Anglia has splendid beaches, beautiful stately homes and estates, some of the best wildlife…
Find your space in Norfolk’s and Suffolk’s country estates
Posted: 6th Sept 2026
Norfolk and Suffolk have a superb collection of country estates to immerse yourself in. Visit…
Come Hungry for your fresh air fix
Posted: 3rd Sept 2026
Come to Norfolk and Suffolk for walking and enjoying the outdoors and wildlife in a National Park,…
Top Outdoors + Adventure Attractions
Great Yarmouth Racecourse
Great Yarmouth Racecourse and Conference Centre is one of Norfolk's premier destinations, offering… Great Yarmouth Racecourse and Conference Centre is one of Norfolk's premier destinations,…
Great Yarmouth Racecourse
Great Yarmouth Racecourse and Conference Centre is one of Norfolk's premier destinations, offering…
Faire Sailing Ltd
Sailing and powerboat tuition Sailing and powerboat tuition
Norfolk Paddle Adventure
Paddleboarding and Paddlesport provider in East Anglia. Paddle UK Coach and Coastal Leader Paddleboarding and Paddlesport provider in East Anglia. Paddle UK Coach and Coastal Leader
Norfolk Paddle Adventure
Paddleboarding and Paddlesport provider in East Anglia. Paddle UK Coach and Coastal Leader
Mannington
Beautiful gardens with lake, trees and shrubs surround a medieval moated manor (not open). Feature… Beautiful gardens with lake, trees and shrubs surround a medieval moated manor (not open).…
Mannington
Beautiful gardens with lake, trees and shrubs surround a medieval moated manor (not open). Feature…
Outdoors + Adventure Events
Road To Nashville Festival
Date: 16th May - 16th May 2027
THE ROAD TO NASHVILLE FESTIVAL MAKES ITS NORFOLK DEBUT AT NORFOLK SHOWGROUND IN 2027! THE ROAD TO NASHVILLE FESTIVAL MAKES ITS NORFOLK DEBUT AT NORFOLK SHOWGROUND IN 2027!
Akenfield Revisited
Date: 10th May 2026 - 25th Mar 2027
50 years on from the release of the film, the Food Museum is pleased to tell the story of Akenfield… 50 years on from the release of the film, the Food Museum is pleased to tell the story of…
Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
Date: 4th Mar - 4th Mar 2027
Experience an unforgettable evening of thrilling adventure – up on the big screen! Experience an unforgettable evening of thrilling adventure – up on the big screen!
School Dinners
Date: 2nd Apr 2025 - 27th Feb 2027
Multi-Award-Winning School Dinners Exhibition at the Food Museum Multi-Award-Winning School Dinners Exhibition at the Food Museum
Outdoors + Adventure Businesses
Royal Norwich Golf Club
A premium members’ club just outside the city, offering championship golf, refined hospitality and… A premium members’ club just outside the city, offering championship golf, refined hospitality…
Royal Norwich Golf Club
A premium members’ club just outside the city, offering championship golf, refined hospitality and…
Wroxham Barns
Wroxham Barns is an award-winning, charming destination for families and visitors of all ages,… Wroxham Barns is an award-winning, charming destination for families and visitors of all ages,…
Wroxham Barns
Wroxham Barns is an award-winning, charming destination for families and visitors of all ages,…
Wherry Yacht Charter
Sit back and enjoy the tranquillity of sailing on a historical wherry yacht. Join one of the many… Sit back and enjoy the tranquillity of sailing on a historical wherry yacht. Join one of the…
Wherry Yacht Charter
Sit back and enjoy the tranquillity of sailing on a historical wherry yacht. Join one of the many…
Ipswich Town Football Club Stadium Tours
Go behind the scenes at Portman Road Stadium, see areas usually off limits to the public and get… Go behind the scenes at Portman Road Stadium, see areas usually off limits to the public and…
Ipswich Town Football Club Stadium Tours
Go behind the scenes at Portman Road Stadium, see areas usually off limits to the public and get…
Top Outdoors + Adventure Itineraries
If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of a city for a long weekend or short break, then… If you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of a city for a long weekend or short break,…
Top Outdoors + Adventure Points Of Interest
Brancaster Beach
Brancaster Beach is one of the widest stretches of sand on the Royal Norfolk Coast and is backed by… Brancaster Beach is one of the widest stretches of sand on the Royal Norfolk Coast and is…
Brancaster Beach
Brancaster Beach is one of the widest stretches of sand on the Royal Norfolk Coast and is backed by…
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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Date: 10th May 2026 - 25th Mar 2027
50 years on from the release of the film, the Food Museum is pleased to tell the story of Akenfield… 50 years on from the release of the film, the Food Museum is pleased to tell the story of…
Amazona Zoo
Amazona Zoo in Cromer, Norfolk, is one of the county’s most unique and fun days out where families… Amazona Zoo in Cromer, Norfolk, is one of the county’s most unique and fun days out where…
Amazona Zoo
Amazona Zoo in Cromer, Norfolk, is one of the county’s most unique and fun days out where families…
Three Rivers Pitch and Paddle
Daily and hourly boat hire for groups or individuals. Daily and hourly boat hire for groups or individuals.
Date: 20th Nov - 24th Dec 2026
An immersive Christmas light trail through the stunning Sandringham Estate An immersive Christmas light trail through the stunning Sandringham Estate
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