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Royal Norfolk and King's Lynn

With an almost thousand years of royal history, this destination exudes majesty, from stately homes to the largest estuarial system in the UK. Gingerbread Carr stone villages and vibrant market towns are welcoming and down to earth. Discover Royal Sandringham House and Gardens, Palladian Holkham Hall, and Houghton Hall, the home of Britain’s first prime minister and now with a focus on modern art installations. The Wash is the largest natural bay in England, and one of the most important conservation areas in Europe, with several nature reserves including RSPB Snettisham where murmurations are one of the UK’s great wildlife sights. Riverside King’s Lynn has more Graded buildings than any other town in the UK – and it’s from here that King John lost the Crown Jewels.

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Top Attractions in Royal Norfolk and King's Lynn

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Palladian Mansion built for Britain's First Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole.

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Houghton Hall, Walled Garden and Sculpture Park

Palladian Mansion built for Britain's First Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole.

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The Brisley Bell

Set in almost two acres of grounds, there's a choice of six en-suite boutique hotel bedrooms…

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The Brisley Bell

Set in almost two acres of grounds, there's a choice of six en-suite boutique hotel bedrooms…

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A stunning wildlife reserve in west Norfolk offering buggy tours and accommodation

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Watatunga Wildlife Reserve

A stunning wildlife reserve in west Norfolk offering buggy tours and accommodation

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Big skies, a fabulous sandy beach and bird-filled reedbeds, lagoons and marshes are just a few gems…

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RSPB Titchwell Marsh

Big skies, a fabulous sandy beach and bird-filled reedbeds, lagoons and marshes are just a few gems…

Businesses in Royal Norfolk and King's Lynn

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Norfolk Coast Path Camping & Glamping with mYminiBreak

Camping & Glamping on the Norfolk Coast - huge open spaces, vast skies, and the beach just a short…

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Experience Freedom Glamping

Escape to the Countryside: Experience Freedom Glamping at The Sandringham Estate

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Bircham Windmill Caravan and Campsites

Beautiful rural campsite beside historic Bircham Windmill.

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Knights Hill Hotel & Spa

Converted farm complex with 79 en suite bedrooms, two restaurants, traditional pub and health and…

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Houghton West Lodge

Discover this cosy 1840s woodland retreat for two on the historic Houghton Hall estate. Perfectly…

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Manor Park - Parkdean Resorts

With the magnificent Norfolk coast right on your doorstep, Manor Park Holiday Park is the perfect…

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Attractions

Houghton Hall, Walled Garden and Sculpture Park

Palladian Mansion built for Britain's First Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole.

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The Chequers

The Chequers is all about simple pleasures and a warm welcome -your go-to for food, friends, and a…

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Classic Cottages

Classic Cottages have a handpicked collection of self-catering holiday homes across Norfolk and…

Stories & Inspiration from Royal Norfolk and King's Lynn

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Posted: 7th May 2026

Families looking for memorable days out this May half term will find plenty to enjoy at National…

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Family Friendly

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…

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History + Heritage

Where to find Boudicca and Romans in Norfolk

Posted: 4th May 2026

Find Roman history including the largest remaining Roman site in the British Isles and discover…

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Arts + Culture

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…

Events in Royal Norfolk and King's Lynn

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Arts & Crafts

RHS Sandringham Flower Show

Date: 22nd Jul - 26th Jul 2026

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The Jungle Book

Date: 24th Aug - 24th Aug 2026

Nature Walk from Stow Hall Gardens Red Deer Rut
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Nature Walk – Red Deer Rut

Date: 27th Sept - 27th Sept 2026

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As You Like It

Date: 3rd Sept - 3rd Sept 2026

Summer wine tastings
Food & Drink

Summer Wine Tastings

Date: 10th Sept - 10th Sept 2026

Burn valley vineyard private tour
Food & Drink

Burn Valley private tour and tasting

Date: 21st Aug - 21st Aug 2026

Summer wine tastings
Food & Drink

Summer Wine Tastings

Date: 18th Jul - 18th Jul 2026

Burn valley vineyard steak night
Family

Steak Night

Date: 11th Jul - 11th Jul 2026

Points Of Interest in Royal Norfolk and King's Lynn

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Points Of Interest

Holme-next-the-Sea Beach

Holme-next-the-Sea sits at the western edge of the Royal Norfolk Coast. The beach is backed by…

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Outdoors + Adventure

Brancaster Beach

Brancaster Beach is one of the widest stretches of sand on the Royal Norfolk Coast and is backed by…

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Hunstanton Beach

Hunstanton Beach sits on the north-west Norfolk coastline and forms part of the Royal Norfolk…

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Burnham Overy Staithe Beach

Burnham Overy Staithe Beach is reached from the harbour village via a coastal path across…

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Old Hunstanton Beach

Old Hunstanton Beach lies just north of Hunstanton on the Royal Norfolk Coast and it has a quieter…

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Heacham Beach

Heacham Beach lies between Hunstanton and Snettisham on the Royal Norfolk Coast, overlooking The…

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Thornham Beach

Thornham Beach lies between Holme-next-the-Sea and Brancaster on the Royal Norfolk Coast. This…

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