Bure Valley Railway between Aylsham and Wroxham

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Aylsham, Norfolk

Aylsham is a charming market town on the River Bure in Norfolk, England, 9 miles north of Norwich and with close proximity to the National Trust’s Blickling Hall, just a short walk away, and Felbrigg Hall estates, Mannington Hall and Redwings Visitor Centre.

Aylsham is a terminus of the scenic Bure Valley steam railway along with bustling Wroxham, the capital of the Broads National Park and a great place to hire picnic day boats.

It has a vibrant community of independent shops, pubs, and places to eat and stay and is within easy reach of the Norfolk coast.

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