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Norfolk is packed with family friendly days out, from outdoor adventures and wildlife experiences to hands-on attractions, beach days and time on the water. With big skies and space to roam, it’s an easy place to spend time together, whatever the season. Mix active days with slower ones, add local food stops and you’ve got a holiday that works for different ages and energy levels. There are plenty of welcoming places to stay too, from self catering and holiday parks to hotels and camping, making it simple to plan a short break or a longer escape.
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Free and cheap Summer family fun in Norfolk
Posted: 24th Jul 2026
May half term adventures with the National Trust
Posted: 7th May 2026
Families looking for memorable days out this May half term will find plenty to enjoy at National…
100 things to do on the Norfolk coast
Posted: 1st May 2026
You’re coming to the Norfolk coast and you haven’t done your research yet. Don’t despair. Let the…
Top Family Friendly Attractions
Holkham
Discover Holkham and all of its wonders. Discover Holkham and all of its wonders.
Bure Valley Railway
Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge steam railway runs between the old market town of Aylsham and the… Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge steam railway runs between the old market town of Aylsham and…
Bure Valley Railway
Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge steam railway runs between the old market town of Aylsham and the…
Wroxham Barns
Wroxham Barns is an award-winning, charming destination for families and visitors of all ages,… Wroxham Barns is an award-winning, charming destination for families and visitors of all ages,…
Wroxham Barns
Wroxham Barns is an award-winning, charming destination for families and visitors of all ages,…
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…
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The Salted Kiln
Pottery classes at The Salted Kiln. Pottery classes at The Salted Kiln.
Date: 26th Sept - 26th Sept 2026
Our garden and outdoor living fair returns for autumn 2026. Our garden and outdoor living fair returns for autumn 2026.
Autumn Garden and Outdoor Living Fair
Date: 26th Sept - 26th Sept 2026
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NT Oxburgh Estate
Home to the Bedingfeld family for 500 years, Oxburgh reveals one family's unshakable Catholic faith… Home to the Bedingfeld family for 500 years, Oxburgh reveals one family's unshakable Catholic…
NT Oxburgh Estate
Home to the Bedingfeld family for 500 years, Oxburgh reveals one family's unshakable Catholic faith…
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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…
Mannington
Beautiful gardens with lake, trees and shrubs surround a medieval moated manor (not open). Feature…
Mattishall Golf Club
Mattishall Golf Club is located between Dereham and Norwich and is a club which provides lots of…
Mid Norfolk Railway
East Anglia's longest heritage railway operating between Dereham and Wymondham (11.5 miles).…
Nancy Oldfield Trust
The Nancy Oldfield Trust provides accessible sailing, motor boating, canoeing and pedal launch…
National Trust Blakeney National Nature Reserve
One of Britain's foremost Nature Reserves, a 3.5 mile sand and shingle spit with colonies of…
Lynn Museum
A treasure trove celebrating West Norfolk’s heritage, and the home of Seahenge – the extraordinary…
Museum of the Broads
The only museum dedicated to the origins, wildlife, industries and people of this unique…
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