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Norwich
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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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Stories & Inspirations From Norwich
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… For all the reasons that Norwich has been crowned as the best place to live in the UK 2026 by…
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…
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…
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
Banham Zoo
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Mannington
Beautiful gardens with lake, trees and shrubs surround a medieval moated manor (not open). Feature… Beautiful gardens with lake, trees and shrubs surround a medieval moated manor (not open).…
Mannington
Beautiful gardens with lake, trees and shrubs surround a medieval moated manor (not open). Feature…
Norwich Theatre
Part of the Norwich Theatre family, Norwich Theatre Royal is one of the largest regional theatres… Part of the Norwich Theatre family, Norwich Theatre Royal is one of the largest regional…
Norwich Theatre
Part of the Norwich Theatre family, Norwich Theatre Royal is one of the largest regional theatres…
Royal Norwich Golf Club
A premium members’ club just outside the city, offering championship golf, refined hospitality and… A premium members’ club just outside the city, offering championship golf, refined hospitality…
Royal Norwich Golf Club
A premium members’ club just outside the city, offering championship golf, refined hospitality and…
Featured Events In Norwich
Friday Supper Club
Date: 18th Sept - 18th Sept 2026
A relaxed evening in our converted Norfolk barn enjoying a locally sourced, seasonal dinner. We… A relaxed evening in our converted Norfolk barn enjoying a locally sourced, seasonal dinner.…
David Shenton: Kindly Ease The Tension
Date: 18th Jul 2026 - 10th Jan 2027
The first major exhibition of pioneering British artist and cartoonist David Shenton, curated by… The first major exhibition of pioneering British artist and cartoonist David Shenton, curated…
The Last Human Kiss
Date: 13th Nov 2026 - 11th Apr 2027
Spanning painting, sculpture, photography and film, The Last Human Kiss explores how the kiss has… Spanning painting, sculpture, photography and film, The Last Human Kiss explores how the kiss…
Love Stories
Date: 18th Dec 2026 - 30th May 2027
Bringing together the work of ten internationally acclaimed photographers, Love Stories explores… Bringing together the work of ten internationally acclaimed photographers, Love Stories…
Featured Businesses In Norwich
Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
Make yourself at home at our Norwich hotel. Experience an unforgettable time at Dunston Hall Hotel… Make yourself at home at our Norwich hotel. Experience an unforgettable time at Dunston Hall…
Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
Make yourself at home at our Norwich hotel. Experience an unforgettable time at Dunston Hall Hotel…
Bucket-List Balloon Flights
We offer our exclusive champagne balloon flights from Norfolk and Suffolk. We offer our exclusive champagne balloon flights from Norfolk and Suffolk.
Bucket-List Balloon Flights
We offer our exclusive champagne balloon flights from Norfolk and Suffolk.
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 Assembly House
Immerse yourself in Georgian splendour by booking one of our stunning bedrooms at The Assembly… Immerse yourself in Georgian splendour by booking one of our stunning bedrooms at The Assembly…
The Assembly House
Immerse yourself in Georgian splendour by booking one of our stunning bedrooms at The Assembly…
Featured Itineraries In Norwich
Voted The Sunday Times' Best Place to Live 2026, the city of Norwich in Norfolk, with its medieval… Voted The Sunday Times' Best Place to Live 2026, the city of Norwich in Norfolk, with its…
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