Georgian market town Holt
Holt
Georgian + steam railway
Holt, Norfolk
Historic Holt in Norfolk, England, is a characterful Georgian market town 23 miles north of Norwich. It was rebuilt after a devastating fire in 1708. It is close to the coast, and full of antique shops, boutiques, galleries, pubs and places to eat and stay. A highlight is the traditional department store Bakers and Larners.
Holt is a terminus, along with Sheringham, of The Poppy Line, a popular heritage steam railway.
The town is also home to the famous Gresham’s School, whose alumni include Horatio Nelson, poet WH Auden, Lord Reith of the BBC and hovercraft inventor Sir Christopher Cockerell.
Close by are Holt Country Park and Baconsthorpe Castle.
Top Attractions in Holt
Hindringham Hall Gardens
Shortlisted for Historic House Garden of the Year Award 2020 Shortlisted for Historic House Garden of the Year Award 2020
NWT Cley Marshes
The Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s oldest nature reserve purchased in 1926 to be held ‘in perpetuity as a… The Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s oldest nature reserve purchased in 1926 to be held ‘in perpetuity…
NWT Cley Marshes
The Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s oldest nature reserve purchased in 1926 to be held ‘in perpetuity as a…
The Salted Kiln
Pottery classes at The Salted Kiln. Pottery classes at The Salted Kiln.
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from… Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures…
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from…
Featured Events in Holt
Wild Sky Weekend
Date: 25th Sept - 27th Sept 2026
A magical weekend of starry fun for young children and their families! A magical weekend of starry fun for young children and their families!
Pottery Wheel Throwing Evening Class
Date: 3rd Nov - 3rd Nov 2026
7-Week Pottery Wheel Throwing Evening Class 7-Week Pottery Wheel Throwing Evening Class
Pottery Wheel Throwing Workshops
Date: 17th Oct - 17th Oct 2026
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Pottery Wheel Throwing Workshops
Date: 5th Dec - 5th Dec 2026
Learn the basics of wheel throwing Learn the basics of wheel throwing
Featured Businesses in Holt
Barn Drift
This luxurious barn conversion offers exceptional accommodation in a stunning setting over looking… This luxurious barn conversion offers exceptional accommodation in a stunning setting over…
Barn Drift
This luxurious barn conversion offers exceptional accommodation in a stunning setting over looking…
Blakeney House
Nestled off Blakeney High Street, Blakeney House offers an oasis of calm on the beautiful North… Nestled off Blakeney High Street, Blakeney House offers an oasis of calm on the beautiful…
Blakeney House
Nestled off Blakeney High Street, Blakeney House offers an oasis of calm on the beautiful North…
Norfolk Cottages
Norfolk's leading independent holiday cottage agency with VisitEngland graded properties in… Norfolk's leading independent holiday cottage agency with VisitEngland graded properties in…
Norfolk Cottages
Norfolk's leading independent holiday cottage agency with VisitEngland graded properties in…
The Kelling Estate
Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, whether it be sandy beaches or strolls in the nearby… Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, whether it be sandy beaches or strolls in the…
The Kelling Estate
Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, whether it be sandy beaches or strolls in the nearby…
Featured Points Of Interest in Holt
Cley-next-the-Sea Beach
Cley-next-the-Sea Beach lies east of Wells on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly shingle… Cley-next-the-Sea Beach lies east of Wells on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly…
Cley-next-the-Sea Beach
Cley-next-the-Sea Beach lies east of Wells on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly shingle…
Salthouse Beach
Salthouse Beach sits between Cley-next-the-Sea and Kelling on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is… Salthouse Beach sits between Cley-next-the-Sea and Kelling on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline…
Salthouse Beach
Salthouse Beach sits between Cley-next-the-Sea and Kelling on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is…
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Cley Windmill is one of the best known properties on the North Norfolk Coast , standing on the edge… Cley Windmill is one of the best known properties on the North Norfolk Coast , standing on the…
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The Feathers
The Feathers is situated in the elegant Georgian town of Holt, only 3 miles from the Norfolk coast The Feathers is situated in the elegant Georgian town of Holt, only 3 miles from the Norfolk…
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