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Fakenham
Fakenham is a large market town by the River Wensum, 25 miles north-west of Norwich and close to the coast in Norfolk, England.
It is close to pilgrimage village Walsingham, nature-inspired Pensthorpe with indoor and outdoor attractions, Langham Glass and Thursford with its steam museum and Christmas Spectacular. Fakenham itself has a popular racecourse.
The name Fakenham could be interpreted as ‘homestead of Facca’ or ‘place on a fair river’.
Top Attractions in Fakenham
Fakenham Racecourse
A day's racing is an exciting day out for people of all ages and from all walks of life. A day's racing is an exciting day out for people of all ages and from all walks of life.
Fakenham Racecourse
A day's racing is an exciting day out for people of all ages and from all walks of life.
Houghton Hall, Walled Garden and Sculpture Park
Palladian Mansion built for Britain's First Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole. Palladian Mansion built for Britain's First Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole.
Houghton Hall, Walled Garden and Sculpture Park
Palladian Mansion built for Britain's First Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole.
Thursford Collection
Thursford Collection is open during the summer as a working museum of mechanical organs, Wurlitzer… Thursford Collection is open during the summer as a working museum of mechanical organs,…
Thursford Collection
Thursford Collection is open during the summer as a working museum of mechanical organs, Wurlitzer…
Black Shuck Distillery Experience
A Black Shuck Distillery Experience includes discovery of England's oldest legend, a look behind… A Black Shuck Distillery Experience includes discovery of England's oldest legend, a look…
Black Shuck Distillery Experience
A Black Shuck Distillery Experience includes discovery of England's oldest legend, a look behind…
Featured Events in Fakenham
Pottery Wheel Throwing Evening Class
Date: 23rd Feb - 23rd Feb 2027
7-Week Pottery Wheel Throwing Evening Class 7-Week Pottery Wheel Throwing Evening Class
Summer Wine Tastings
Date: 10th Sept - 10th Sept 2026
These give a deep insight into our winemaking process from soil to bottle which culminates in a… These give a deep insight into our winemaking process from soil to bottle which culminates in…
Family Forest School
Date: 25th Aug - 27th Aug 2026
A laid-back, traditional forest school in Norfolk, in the beautiful ancient woodlands adjacent to… A laid-back, traditional forest school in Norfolk, in the beautiful ancient woodlands adjacent…
Pottery Wheel Throwing Workshops
Date: 24th Oct - 24th Oct 2026
Learn the basics of wheel throwing Learn the basics of wheel throwing
Featured Businesses in Fakenham
Pensthorpe
Pensthorpe offers an action-packed day out for the whole family. Explore magical gardens,… Pensthorpe offers an action-packed day out for the whole family. Explore magical gardens,…
Pensthorpe
Pensthorpe offers an action-packed day out for the whole family. Explore magical gardens,…
Fakenham Racecourse
A day's racing is an exciting day out for people of all ages and from all walks of life. A day's racing is an exciting day out for people of all ages and from all walks of life.
Fakenham Racecourse
A day's racing is an exciting day out for people of all ages and from all walks of life.
Washmeres Cottage - Houghton Hall Estate
Nestled among trees and overlooking a tranquil lake, this charming cottage is the perfect secluded… Nestled among trees and overlooking a tranquil lake, this charming cottage is the perfect…
Washmeres Cottage - Houghton Hall Estate
Nestled among trees and overlooking a tranquil lake, this charming cottage is the perfect secluded…
Barsham Brewery Taproom & Shop
At Barsham Brewery we've been brewing craft beers and ales on our West Barsham Estate in North… At Barsham Brewery we've been brewing craft beers and ales on our West Barsham Estate in North…
Barsham Brewery Taproom & Shop
At Barsham Brewery we've been brewing craft beers and ales on our West Barsham Estate in North…
Trending Items
Date: 29th Aug - 29th Aug 2026
Join us for an after-dark evening of discovery where you will be able to spot and learn the… Join us for an after-dark evening of discovery where you will be able to spot and learn the…
Creatures of the night – Adults Only
Date: 29th Aug - 29th Aug 2026
Expiry Date: 29th Aug 2026
Date: 30th Nov - 3rd Dec 2026
Learn the basics of wheel throwing Learn the basics of wheel throwing
Pottery Wheel Throwing Workshops
Date: 30th Nov - 3rd Dec 2026
Expiry Date: 3rd Dec 2026
Date: 5th Dec - 5th Dec 2026
Join our warden to see the highlights of the season on the reserve. This walk runs regularly… Join our warden to see the highlights of the season on the reserve. This walk runs regularly…
Date: 28th Dec - 31st Dec 2026
Learn the basics of wheel throwing Learn the basics of wheel throwing
Pottery Wheel Throwing Workshops
Date: 28th Dec - 31st Dec 2026
Expiry Date: 31st Dec 2026
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