Georgian market town Holt
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Holt
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
The Salted Kiln
Pottery classes at The Salted Kiln. Pottery classes at The Salted Kiln.
Cycle Breaks
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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…
Businesses in Holt
The Old Brick Kilns
A quiet, friendly, high quality park set on 3 levels. The park has tranquil, rural atmosphere. It's…
Kelling Heath Holiday Park
A family-owned Holiday Park providing a blend of natural beauty and modern comforts for an escape…
The Wiveton Bell
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North Norfolk Camping & Glamping with mYminiBreak
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The Kelling Estate
Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, whether it be sandy beaches or strolls in the nearby…
Weybourne Forest Lodges
We are a small family-owned company, established for over 20 years, providing self-catering…
The Blakeney Cottage Company
The Blakeney Cottage Company specialise in luxury self-catering holiday properties in North Norfolk…
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Points Of Interest in Holt
Cley-next-the-Sea Beach
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Salthouse Beach
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