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Norwich

The best-preserved medieval city in the UK, Norwich is compact, characterful and easy to explore on foot, with layers of history alongside an independent spirit. Spend time walking cobbled streets and being inspired by landmark buildings including the Norman cathedral and castle, then shift into galleries, shops, colourful market and places to eat, all close enough to feel effortless. The city’s cultural life is rich but unhurried, with a calendar that keeps things moving through the seasons. Green spaces and riverside paths offer breathing room between discoveries. Include the city in a wider Norfolk trip, dipping into its food scene, museums, theatres, exhibition spaces and small corners that reward curiosity. It’s a city that has a welcoming reputation, with enough bustle to energise and plenty of places to pause and reset.

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Posted: 22nd Mar 2026

For all the reasons that Norwich has been crowned as the best place to live in the UK 2026 by The…

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Why Norwich is the best place to live… and stay

Posted: 22nd Mar 2026

For all the reasons that Norwich has been crowned as the best place to live in the UK 2026 by The…

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Where to see great art in East Anglia

Posted: 11th Mar 2026

You don’t have to travel to London to see great art – there are fabulous galleries and exhibitions…

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Why East Anglia is a 'must see' Lonely Planet location

Posted: 10th Mar 2026

It’s no surprise to us that Lonely Planet chose East Anglia, made up of Suffolk and Norfolk, as one…

Top Attractions in Norwich

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ROARR!

Visit the UK’s largest dinosaur-themed adventure Park in Lenwade, near Norwich!

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ROARR!

Visit the UK’s largest dinosaur-themed adventure Park in Lenwade, near Norwich!

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City Greens Golf

Indoor golf in Norwich – a premium simulator experience and one of the best all-weather things to…

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City Greens Golf

Indoor golf in Norwich – a premium simulator experience and one of the best all-weather things to…

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Meet the ponies at World Horse Welfare’s Hall Farm every weekend 10am - 4pm

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World Horse Welfare Hall Farm

Meet the ponies at World Horse Welfare’s Hall Farm every weekend 10am - 4pm

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Cycle Breaks

Discover the very best of Suffolk on two wheels with this immersive, self-guided cycling adventure…

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Cycle Breaks

Discover the very best of Suffolk on two wheels with this immersive, self-guided cycling adventure…

Featured Events In The Norwich

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Culture & Arts

Matilda The Musical

Date: 6th Aug - 6th Sept 2026

Matilda The Musical, the multi-award winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company is coming…

Matilda The Musical
Culture & Arts

Matilda The Musical

Date: 6th Aug - 6th Sept 2026

Nish Kumar Angry Humour From a Really Nice Guy

Date: 20th Sept - 20th Sept 2026

The UK’s leading political comic Nish Kumar – co-host of hugely popular podcast Pod Save the UK is…

Matthew Bournes Cinderella Norwich Theatre Norwich Norfolk

Date: 6th Apr - 10th Apr 2027

Matthew Bourne’s epic interpretation of the classic fairytale, has, at its heart, a true war-time…

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Matthew Bourne's Cinderella

Date: 6th Apr - 10th Apr 2027

Sam Campbell Kid Giblet

Date: 8th Nov - 8th Nov 2026

Live comedy is straight up amazing because people gather to watch it in a spectacular setting…

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Sam Campbell: Kid Giblet

Date: 8th Nov - 8th Nov 2026

Featured Businesses In The Norwich

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Aylsham Windmill

Converted Corn mill, Aylsham, in the centre of North Norfolk. Between the City of Norwich and the…

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Aylsham Windmill

Converted Corn mill, Aylsham, in the centre of North Norfolk. Between the City of Norwich and the…

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We offer our exclusive champagne balloon flights from Norfolk and Suffolk.

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Bucket-List Balloon Flights

We offer our exclusive champagne balloon flights from Norfolk and Suffolk.

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Get Away Hide Away

'Get Away Hide Away' is a small family-built and run glamping site tucked away in the beautiful…

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Get Away Hide Away

'Get Away Hide Away' is a small family-built and run glamping site tucked away in the beautiful…

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Immerse yourself in Georgian splendour by booking one of our stunning bedrooms at The Assembly…

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The Assembly House

Immerse yourself in Georgian splendour by booking one of our stunning bedrooms at The Assembly…

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