Georgian market town Holt
Holt
Georgian + steam railway
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
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…
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The Salted Kiln
Pottery classes at The Salted Kiln. Pottery classes at The Salted Kiln.
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from… Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures…
Cycle Breaks
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Businesses in Holt
Blakeney House
Nestled off Blakeney High Street, Blakeney House offers an oasis of calm on the beautiful North…
The Blakeney Cottage Company
The Blakeney Cottage Company specialise in luxury self-catering holiday properties in North Norfolk…
Norfolk Cottages
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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…
Kelling Heath Holiday Park
A family-owned Holiday Park providing a blend of natural beauty and modern comforts for an escape…
The Blakeney Hotel
The Blakeney Hotel is a family owned hotel enjoying a magnificent quayside location in the…
The Feathers
The Feathers is situated in the elegant Georgian town of Holt, only 3 miles from the Norfolk coast
Weybourne Forest Lodges
We are a small family-owned company, established for over 20 years, providing self-catering…
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