Dereham
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Dereham
Dereham, or East Dereham as it’s historically known, is a lovely market town in the exact middle of Norfolk, England, so is an excellent base from which to explore the county.
The town is on the A47, 15 miles west of Norwich and 25 miles east of King’s Lynn, and lies on the site of a monastery said to have been founded by Saint Withburga in the seventh century.
Dereham – literally ‘town of deer’ - is a terminus of the heritage steam Mid Norfolk Railway, a scenic countryside line to Wroxham in the Broads National Park. Nearby is Hirsty’s Family Fun Park.
Top Attractions in Dereham
The Brisley Bell
Set in almost two acres of grounds, there's a choice of six en-suite boutique hotel bedrooms… Set in almost two acres of grounds, there's a choice of six en-suite boutique hotel bedrooms…
The Brisley Bell
Set in almost two acres of grounds, there's a choice of six en-suite boutique hotel bedrooms…
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near… An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis…
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near…
Featured Events in Dereham
Friendship Table
Date: 4th Nov - 4th Nov 2026
Pull up a chair, there’s always room at our Friendship Table. Pull up a chair, there’s always room at our Friendship Table.
G.O.A.T Quiz Night
Date: 4th Dec - 4th Dec 2026
Looking for a fun evening out in Norfolk? Gather your smartest herd and join us at Goat Shed for… Looking for a fun evening out in Norfolk? Gather your smartest herd and join us at Goat Shed…
Friendship Table
Date: 28th Oct - 28th Oct 2026
Pull up a chair, there’s always room at our Friendship Table. Pull up a chair, there’s always room at our Friendship Table.
The Polar Express
Date: 27th Nov - 29th Nov 2026
At the Mid-Norfolk Railway, we wholeheartedly believe in the magic of Christmas. That's why we're… At the Mid-Norfolk Railway, we wholeheartedly believe in the magic of Christmas. That's why…
Featured Businesses in Dereham
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near… An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis…
Fullers Mill Garden
An award-winning seven-acre garden that’s a tranquil, peaceful and enchanting waterside oasis near…
The Brisley Bell
Set in almost two acres of grounds, there's a choice of six en-suite boutique hotel bedrooms… Set in almost two acres of grounds, there's a choice of six en-suite boutique hotel bedrooms…
The Brisley Bell
Set in almost two acres of grounds, there's a choice of six en-suite boutique hotel bedrooms…
Carrick’s at Castle Farm
5* Bed and Breakfast on the River Wensum 5* Bed and Breakfast on the River Wensum
Get Away Hide Away
'Get Away Hide Away' is a small family-built and run glamping site tucked away in the beautiful… 'Get Away Hide Away' is a small family-built and run glamping site tucked away in the…
Get Away Hide Away
'Get Away Hide Away' is a small family-built and run glamping site tucked away in the beautiful…
Trending Items
Date: 12th Sept - 13th Sept 2026
Huw’s rocking up with his horsebox Pizzeria slinging some a delicious Neapolitan slices Huw’s rocking up with his horsebox Pizzeria slinging some a delicious Neapolitan slices
Date: 17th Sept - 17th Sept 2026
Join one of our talented butchers in the Goat Shed Butchery and get hands-on experience making your… Join one of our talented butchers in the Goat Shed Butchery and get hands-on experience making…
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. …
Date: 9th Sept - 9th Sept 2026
The Mid-Norfolk Railway is extremely pleased to be working with Hansons Auctioneers to bring you a… The Mid-Norfolk Railway is extremely pleased to be working with Hansons Auctioneers to bring…
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