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Norfolk’s cultural scene is rich, varied and easy to dip into, whether you’re here for an exhibition, a performance, a festival or a spur-of-the-moment discovery. Expect galleries and museums, theatres and live music, plus independent creative spaces that bring character to towns and coastal communities. There’s a strong sense of story here too, with literature, craft and local talent woven into the calendar throughout the year. Make time for a headline venue, then leave space for smaller finds, from pop-up shows to artist-led studios and events that feel rooted in place.
Arts + Culture Stories & Inspiration
What are the best museums in Norfolk
Posted: 8th Mar 2026
We’ve chosen our top 10 museums in Norfolk, including Norwich Castle, Time & Tide at Great… We’ve chosen our top 10 museums in Norfolk, including Norwich Castle, Time & Tide at Great…
What are the best museums in Norfolk
Posted: 8th Mar 2026
We’ve chosen our top 10 museums in Norfolk, including Norwich Castle, Time & Tide at Great…
What festivals are there in Norfolk
Posted: 25th Jan 2026
Norfolk has a range of festivals, events and activities taking place throughout the year.
What movies and TV shows were filmed at Holkham
Posted: 23rd Jan 2026
Holkham is unarguably Norfolk’s most significant film location. The 18th century Palladian house…
Top Arts + Culture Attractions
Sainsbury Centre
The Sainsbury Centre is a world-class art museum with a unique perspective on how art can foster… The Sainsbury Centre is a world-class art museum with a unique perspective on how art can…
Sainsbury Centre
The Sainsbury Centre is a world-class art museum with a unique perspective on how art can foster…
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…
North Norfolk Railway
From Sheringham to Holt, the North Norfolk Railway runs through the county's most stunning coastal… From Sheringham to Holt, the North Norfolk Railway runs through the county's most stunning…
North Norfolk Railway
From Sheringham to Holt, the North Norfolk Railway runs through the county's most stunning coastal…
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…
Top Arts + Culture Itineraries
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Date: 11th Apr - 3rd May 2026
Tulips at Houghton transforms the Walled Garden with vibrant tulip displays, blossom-lined paths,… Tulips at Houghton transforms the Walled Garden with vibrant tulip displays, blossom-lined…
Museum of Norwich at The Bridewell Museum
From medieval times to modern day, the Museum of Norwich tells the story of the city's industries… From medieval times to modern day, the Museum of Norwich tells the story of the city's…
Museum of Norwich at The Bridewell Museum
From medieval times to modern day, the Museum of Norwich tells the story of the city's industries…
Date: 25th Oct - 30th Oct 2027
After a whirlwind summer romance, leather-clad greaser Danny and girl-next-door Sandy are… After a whirlwind summer romance, leather-clad greaser Danny and girl-next-door Sandy are…
Paul Dickson Tours
Paul Dickson Tours runs guided walking tours in Norwich, Cromer and the Broads National Park. Paul Dickson Tours runs guided walking tours in Norwich, Cromer and the Broads National Park.
Paul Dickson Tours
Paul Dickson Tours runs guided walking tours in Norwich, Cromer and the Broads National Park.
Arts + Culture Events
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Floragami Paper flower making workshop- Taster sessions
Date: 16th May - 16th May 2026
Arts + Culture Businesses
The Maddermarket Theatre
The Maddermarket theatre is located in St John's Alley in the heart of Norwich, nestled in the…
Thursford Collection
Thursford Collection is open during the summer as a working museum of mechanical organs, Wurlitzer…
The Warehouse Antiques & Collectables
The largest selection of antiques and collectables in East Anglia with over 100 dealers and 90…
The Tolhouse Gaol
Discover the darker side of England’s history through crime and punishment.
Sandringham
The Royal Family's country retreat - perhaps the most famous historic house in Norfolk, set in "the…
Sainsbury Centre
The Sainsbury Centre is a world-class art museum with a unique perspective on how art can foster…
Time and Tide Museum
A captivating journey through the rich maritime heritage of this vibrant coastal town.
The Hippodrome Circus
The Hippodrome in Great Yarmouth, built in 1903, Britain's last stand alone circus building hosting…
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