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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
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…
The North Norfolk Pole
Date: 5th Dec - 23rd Dec 2026
Our 5* experience has a brand new location, fantastic new shows and an Elf Academy! It’s the best… Our 5* experience has a brand new location, fantastic new shows and an Elf Academy! It’s the…
Black Shuck Distillery Experience
Date: 29th Aug - 29th Aug 2026
Join us at Black Shuck Distillery where you can discover Norfolk's oldest legend, the story behind… Join us at Black Shuck Distillery where you can discover Norfolk's oldest legend, the story…
Canoe Hire
Date: 1st Aug - 1st Aug 2026
Guided one-hour canoe trip on the River Thet in a three-seat open Canadian canoe, suitable for solo… Guided one-hour canoe trip on the River Thet in a three-seat open Canadian canoe, suitable for…
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…
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…
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…
Trending Items
Date: 12th Aug - 12th Aug 2026
Step back in time… then go back even further! The Mid-Norfolk Railway Dino Squad Express is roaring… Step back in time… then go back even further! The Mid-Norfolk Railway Dino Squad Express is…
Date: 6th Aug - 6th Aug 2026
2 hour walk along the river, around the lakes and through the woodland on Thursday 6th August,… 2 hour walk along the river, around the lakes and through the woodland on Thursday 6th August,…
Guided Twilight Nature walks
Date: 6th Aug - 6th Aug 2026
Expiry Date: 6th Aug 2026
Date: 26th Sept - 27th Sept 2026
Everyone loves a tractor but getting up close to them doesn’t happen very often, so we’re holding a… Everyone loves a tractor but getting up close to them doesn’t happen very often, so we’re…
Date: 8th Oct - 8th Oct 2026
Join us for a journey through a hidden world of glowing life that surrounds us all, yet very few of… Join us for a journey through a hidden world of glowing life that surrounds us all, yet very…
Biofluorescence Walk (Fluorescent Fungi)
Date: 8th Oct - 8th Oct 2026
Expiry Date: 8th Oct 2026
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