Dereham
Heritage + railway
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: 9th Dec - 13th Dec 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…
Pumpkin Festival
Date: 22nd Oct - 30th Oct 2026
A family-friendly Pumpkin Festival with live music, food, trails and seasonal fun. A family-friendly Pumpkin Festival with live music, food, trails and seasonal fun.
Hocus Pocus Halloween Party
Date: 31st Oct - 31st Oct 2026
Run amok for a cause. Join our Sanderson Sisters Halloween bash with a 2-course feast & DJ.… Run amok for a cause. Join our Sanderson Sisters Halloween bash with a 2-course feast & DJ.…
Field Kitchen Wraps
Date: 8th Nov - 8th Nov 2026
With our fave Field Kitchen Wraps in town all weekend long on Saturday 19 Sept 12-8pm and Sunday 20… With our fave Field Kitchen Wraps in town all weekend long on Saturday 19 Sept 12-8pm and…
Featured Businesses in Dereham
Carrick’s at Castle Farm
5* Bed and Breakfast on the River Wensum 5* Bed and Breakfast on the River Wensum
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…
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…
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Date: 23rd Jan - 23rd Jan 2027
Dust off your tartan for a night of pure Scottish soul! Enjoy a traditional feast, whisky toasts,… Dust off your tartan for a night of pure Scottish soul! Enjoy a traditional feast, whisky…
Date: 12th Dec - 13th Dec 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: 5th Dec - 5th Dec 2026
Brewery tour and beer tastings at Duration’s farmhouse brewery take place monthly on the first… Brewery tour and beer tastings at Duration’s farmhouse brewery take place monthly on the first…
Brewery Tour & Tasting Experience
Date: 5th Dec - 5th Dec 2026
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Come get your Christmas gifts and play on the raffle to win big. Come get your Christmas gifts and play on the raffle to win big.
Hen House Kitchen + Christmas Shopping
Date: 6th Dec - 6th Dec 2026
Expiry Date: 6th Dec 2026
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