On the Road: Cruising Coastal East Anglia - British Heritage Travel You are at: Home » Destinations »On the Road: Cruising Coastal East Anglia The residents of 12th-century Leiston Abbey were Premonstratensian canons. On the Road: Cruising Coastal East Anglia Destinations , Feature , Featured , On the Road Leisurely and Eclectic Under the Painters’ Sky For as close as East Anglia’s proximity is to London, the region remains often overlooked by American heritage travelers. Yet, the fascinating counties of Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk have a distinctive character and history, expressed in architecture and language, geography and custom. Follow a road rarely taken on this easy coastal adventure from the Thames to The Wash. Day 1: East Through Essex to Southend From the M25 or central London, take the A31 east along the northern side of the Thames. Make for Southend-on-Sea where the river opens into the North Sea. One of England’s oldest working-class seaside resorts, Southend has became the last refuge of East London Cockneys. Take a train to the end of the longest pier in England and enjoy the sights of the estuary.

If you’re a confident UK driver, thread across the flats on the back roads north through Maldon and Tiptree to the A12 and Colchester. If you would rather stick to the A roads, route via the A130 and Chelmsford. The oldest town in Britain, Colchester was the first Roman capital, settled by Emperor Claudius and his legion back in ad 49. Two-thirds of the 1st-century Roman town wall remains standing—the oldest in Britain. Check out the museum at Colchester Castle, rich in history and built on the foundations of the Temple of Claudius. Just a few miles north of Colchester, between the A137 and A12, sits Dedham Vale. This is Constable Country, the river valley setting made famous by landscape painter John Constable. Visit Flatford Mill scene of some of his most famous paintings. From here, art lovers might want to detour west to the market town of Sudbury for overnight. This is Thomas Gainsborough’s hometown. Or continue north for the overnight at nearby (and larger) Ipswich. There are plenty of options in both towns.

Artists and art lovers alike regularly pay homage to John Constable at Flatford Mill. Day 2: Along the Suffolk Coast In Sudbury this morning, visit the Gainsborough Museum at his home. In Ipswich, visit Tudor brick Christchurch Mansion, whose art collection includes both Constable and Gainsborough paintings. Eventually, rejoin the A12, which follows north just inland from the North Sea coast. Turn coastal on the A1094 to Aldeburgh. This is the weird Suffolk Coast (British Heritage, January 2015. p.26 ). Do make a stop at Snapes Maltings on the River Alde. The old malting complex is now a bevy of shops and concert site of the annual Aldeburgh Festival founded by composer Benjamin Britten, who made his home here. To the south, you might visit Orford Castle, once owned by the original of Shakespeare’s Falstaff. To the north, check out the House in the Clouds in Thorpeness (on the cover of our January 2015 issue). Nearby, Leiston Abbey’s complete and tidy ruins offer a particularly good perspective on medieval communal life.

Compact and personable, with plenty of dining and accommodation options, Aldeburgh makes a good overnight—perhaps at the classic Went-worth Hotel right on the beach. Or return to the A12 and continue about 25 miles north on the coast to slightly livelier Southwold, replete with appropriate travel services. Unlike most royal residences, Sandringham Estate is the personal home of The Queen. Day 3: Southwold to Great Yarmouth At the home of Adnam’s Brewery, fans can take a morning brewery tour (one of Southwold’s popular draws). The beach town is known for its colorful beach huts and its working lighthouse. At a return to the A12, the parish church at Blytheburgh is an unsung gem, a surprisingly large and light medieval parish church, and open to visit. Then, it’s a dozen miles north to the harbor town of Lowestoft, most easterly point of Great Britain. Once a major fishing port, now the town is known for its beach, seaside holidays and shopping. Continue on into Norfolk for overnight in Great Yarmouth, part working port, part faded seaside resort.

Wander the beachfront where Dickens wrote and set part of David Copperfield, or visit Anna Sewall’s home, author of Black Beauty and St. Nicholas, another of the country’s grandest parish churches. There are a range of seaside accommodation and traditional entertainments. Day 4: Over the Norfolk Broads Over the northeast corner of East Anglia threads the waterway system known as the Norfolk Broads. This interconnecting system of six rivers, shallow peat ponds and linking canals gathers more than 300 miles of navigable waters—once used for moving goods and materials to and from the ports of Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft. Now, The Broads are a popular venue for leisure travel, from day-trippers to holiday cruisers on a week’s exploration. The lowlands and marshes are replete with waterfowl and conservation centers. Rent a riverboat (Broads Cruiser) and set off. There are plenty of riverside pubs and boatyards for tie-ups at night, or just anchor on a sheltered riverbank. Follow the A149 across Broadlands. Stop at Hickling Broad to find the story of these shallow, medieval lakes.

Detour to the small towns of Horning and Wroxham, “Capital of the Broads.” Alternatively, you might choose to route inland, following the A47 through the River Yare valley 20 miles to Norwich, Norfolk’s ancient cathedral city. Visit majestic 13th-century Norwich Cathedral, the medieval warren of Tombland and Elm Hill and England’s largest open air market. Turn north to the coast on the A140. Either way, the overnight destination is Cromer, a seaside resort town since the early 1800s with a classic Victorian pier and plenty of accommodation. Jutting off the North Norfolk coast, Victorian Cromer Pier is a classic of the genre. Day 5: Across North Norfolk to King’s Lynn The A149 is now the coast road west today. Four miles along from Cromer is neighboring Sheringham, similar in size, trim and more sedate. Then a succession of pretty villages trail along the coast. You might plan a visit to Holkham Hall; the 18th-century stately home is regarded as one of the finest Palladian mansions in the country. Another colorful stop is the workshops and fields of Norfolk Lavendar in Heacham.

Or visit the Queen’s own estate and home, Sandringham. You’ll find plenty of other detours and diversions along the way. That’s the glory of a roadtrip! Day 6: Into the East Midlands? The natural conclusion to the East Anglia coast is the old port town of King’s Lynn, where the River Ouse drains the fens into The Wash. You might take a stay in King’s Lynn, or continue around The Wash into Lincolnshire to Boston. Turning inland, take the A47 across the fens to Peterborough and a visit to historic Peterborough Cathedral. Online Extra: Spectacular Holiday on the Norfolk Broads It’s a relatively small percentage of overseas visitors that make their way to East Anglia, despite the region’s riches of wildlife and history. If there is such a thing as an undiscovered treasure in Britain, however, it surely must be the Norfolk Broads. One of the most memorable family holidays we spent when my now young adult children were kids was a week on the waterways of this fascinating network of rivers and canals. More than 300 miles of navigable water in a network of six rivers left plenty of Norfolk to explore by boat.

Broads Cruisers, specially built for these waters, are comfortable cabin cruisers sleeping anywhere from two to a dozen. We set out from Wroxham on the River Bure in a fully-equipped boat complete with galley, three cabins and a Great Room with a sliding canopy to cruise open to the sky. The gentle pace of 4-6 mph makes it very easy to handle the boat. My twins, Taylor and Miranda, were nine at the time, and both took turns at the helm (under Dad’s watchful eye, of course). Ducks and coots swam blissfully in the rippling wake as we passed fields and farms, marshes and the Broads themselves – shallow lakes created centuries ago by the digging of peat. Despite that idyllic backdrop, the days are as full and active as you choose. Pull up to visit Berney Arms Windmill ; stop to explore a Norman village and resupply at the village shop. Sail into the Norwich Yacht Basin just behind Norwich Cathedral for a day in this lovely medieval city. At night, moor up at one of the many boatyards, or at Reedham Ferry (among many other spots) for an evening in the pub.

Or just hook up along the river bank to watch the stars descend over East Anglia’s Painters Sky. It’s a warm memory, and an experience I would love to do again. And it’s a lot less work and more comfortable than the better known waterway adventure with a narrowboat on the canals. Wakefield Court Beach Has Patio and Secure Parking - TripAdvisor - Great Yarmouth Vacation Rental Send to a friend EXCLUSIVE BEACHSIDE LOCATION directly next to our superb sandy beach with beautiful panoramic sea views from within the property. Our contemporary Hickling chalet has an enjoyEngland Quality in Tourism Assessment Award and is set in an exclusive position in a garden setting on the coast between Great Yarmouth and the Norfolk Broads. No long lines of backs chalets or caravans to look at here, just the sea!. Situated between the seaside villages of California and Scratby, just 4 miles from Great Yarmouth, 2 miles from the Broads National park and within a short drive of the fine City of Norwich, a top 10 UK shopping destination. Free WiFi. Self catering seaside holiday accommodation directly overlooking Norfolk`s sandy beach & the sea. Relaxing seaside holidays, in our idyllic garden setting.

For short breaks and summer holidays in G... Read more EXCLUSIVE BEACHSIDE LOCATION directly next to our superb sandy beach with beautiful panoramic sea views from within the property. Our contemporary Hickling chalet has an enjoyEngland Quality in Tourism Assessment Award and is set in an exclusive position in a garden setting on the coast between Great Yarmouth and the Norfolk Broads. No long lines of backs chalets or caravans to look at here, just the sea!. Situated between the seaside villages of California and Scratby, just 4 miles from Great Yarmouth, 2 miles from the Broads National park and within a short drive of the fine City of Norwich, a top 10 UK shopping destination. Free WiFi. Self catering seaside holiday accommodation directly overlooking Norfolk`s sandy beach & the sea. Relaxing seaside holidays, in our idyllic garden setting. For short breaks and summer holidays in Great Yarmouth. More availability in our Hickling chalets at Wakefield Court Beach listings on Holiday Lettings. Special offers, late deals, secure online booking and live webcam on our own website. Accommodation has large French doors, with stunning panoramic sea views next to our sandy beach.

Relax on your patio and enjoy probably the finest sea views in Norfolk! Our Hickling accommodation has two bedrooms, with a choice of a double bed or bunk beds in the second bedroom. Bed linen provided. A comfortably furnished lounge/diner with the latest HD ready LCD TV, Free Wi Fi available. Fitted kitchen with microwave, modern shower room and toilet. Clean and light laminate flooring throughout. Your own private car parking space. Pets welcome strictly by prior arrangement and additional fee. Read less Railway: Great Yarmouth: 5.0 mi Ferry: Harwich: 93.2 mi By Road:<BR>The region is easily accessible by road from all parts of the UK. Major trunk roads into Norfolk are the M11, A11, A12 and A14 from London and the South-east, while the A47 and A14 serve the Midlands and the North. <BR>From Great Yarmouth, follow A149, then B1159, at Scratby turn right into Beach Road.

Follow into Rottenstone Lane and we are 50m on left.<BR><BR>By Public Transport:<BR>A number of bus operators provide services to the local area including National Express and First Bus. <BR>From Great Yarmouth - 4 miles. 1 & 1A bus from 67 Yarmouth bus station.<BR><BR>By Rail:<BR>There is a regular local service from Norwich to Great Yarmouth. With connecting trains from Norwich to London, Liverpool Street. Peterborough,... more By Road:<BR>The region is easily accessible by road from all parts of the UK. Major trunk roads into Norfolk are the M11, A11, A12 and A14 from London and the South-east, while the A47 and A14 serve the Midlands and the North. <BR>From Great Yarmouth, follow A149, then B1159, at Scratby turn right into Beach Road. Follow into Rottenstone Lane and we are 50m on left.<BR><BR>By Public Transport:<BR>A number of bus operators provide services to the local area including National Express and First Bus.

<BR>From Great Yarmouth - 4 miles. 1 & 1A bus from 67 Yarmouth bus station.<BR><BR>By Rail:<BR>There is a regular local service from Norwich to Great Yarmouth. With connecting trains from Norwich to London, Liverpool Street. Peterborough, Cambridge and Ely. less Activities nearby Fishing Nearby, There Is A Golf Course Within 30 Mins Drive, Horse Riding Nearby, Watersports Nearby, Nearest Beach: 0.1 mi. Nearby cities 46 travelers viewed this property in the past week Note: Inquiry cannot be sent because you have either de-selected all of your recently viewed properties or no properties meet either minimum stay or availability requirements. Have a question for the owner? Click here to send them a message. Send Message Interested in booking this rental or have a question? Click here to send the owner a message. Make Inquiry Privacy details The contents of this form will be sent by email to the owner or property manager so (s)he may contact you. This information will only be used to facilitate booking this property. You may also receive email from TripAdvisor Vacation Rentals. You may unsubscribe from this communication at any time by following the unsubscribe links in the email.

Please reference our privacy policy for further information. 46 travelers viewed this property in the past week this property has payment protection Payment Protection Use a credit card to book with our Payment Protection.Learn more The rate for this property varies by number of guests, which we are unable to calculate in this form. The owner will provide accurate rate info on inquiry. Okay Norfolk (England) – Travel guide at Wikivoyage Other destinations[ edit ] The Broads - a vast network of inland waterways, lakes and marshes, much of which is similar in status to a National Park . North Norfolk coastline,Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Thetford Forest - a huge area of managed woodland. Activities within include walking, mountain biking, nature watching, husky dog sled racing. The area also contains a massive war memorial and a Centre Parcs holiday centre - both near Elveden, south of Thetford. Understand[ edit ] “I’d like to tell you about a very special place. Whether you know it as “East Anglia”, “The Plump Peninsula”, “Home of the Broads”... “Albion’s Hind Quarters”, or quite simply “The Wales of the East”.

This is Norfolk.” — Alan Partridge, Welcome to the Places of My Life, 25 June 2012 For many in the United Kingdom , Norfolk is synonymous with the exploits of hapless (fictional!) local disc jockey, Alan Partridge. Yet, despite the antics of Steve Coogan's character, this is a county that prides itself on its unspoilt countryside and beautiful surroundings. Norfolk has much to offer the traveller: from beautiful and historic Norwich to the scenic Norfolk Broads National Park , this is self-proclaimed 'Big Sky' country, and those from areas with smaller skies are certainly in for a treat. Talk[ edit ] In many rural communities of Norfolk you will find the rich, soft dialect that is only found in this corner of Britain . The accent and dialect is so broad, in fact, that you may have difficulty understanding it immediately, since consonants are heavily softened and syllables merge into one another. You'll hear a variety of accents at voices at one of the region's many weekly markets, such as that held every Saturday in Swaffham . The BBC [1] has a number of resources relating to the dialects of Britain , as part of its 'Voices' project.

[2] You can listen to sound recordings and find out more about the Norfolk dialect online. [3] The organisation 'Friends Of Norfolk Dialect' (FOND) [4] records and promotes the regional dialect, publishing newsletters, organising events and collects material. By ferry[ edit ] There are no passenger ferry terminals in Norfolk, however frequent services are operated from the Hook of Holland to Harwich in Suffolk by Stena Line [9] . Under the name ducthflyer a partnership with Stena Line and Nederlandse Spoorwegen (Netherlands Railway), Greater Anglia (Norfolk's principal rail operator) promote and sell connecting train-ferry-train tickets from any station in Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire to any station in the Netherlands . Fares start at around £25 one way or £50 return. By train[ edit ] The two principal routes in and out of Norfolk are the two railway lines that connect Norfolk with London : Norwich (in the east of Norfolk) is served by up to thirty-five daily services in each direction to and from London Liverpool Street station, via Stratford (London) , Chelmsford , Colchester , Ipswich , Stowmarket and Diss .

The journey takes about two hours, and offers a full restaurant car service. A small number of additional direct services operate direct between London and the east coast towns of Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft . These services are all operated by National Express East Anglia. [10] King's Lynn (in the west of Norfolk) is served by hourly services to and from London King's Cross station, via Cambridge , Ely and Downham Market . The service is operated by First Capital Connect. [11] Additionally an east-west railway crosses the counties of Cambridgeshire , Suffolk and Norfolk connecting these two principal London - Norfolk rail routes. It runs from Peterborough to Norwich , via Ely , Thetford , Attleborough and Wymondham . Travellers from the north of England, the Midlands and the north-west can use the direct East Midlands Trains [12] service from Liverpool , Manchester , Sheffield , Nottingham , Grantham and Peterborough which runs from Ely to Norwich . National Express East Anglia also operate an hourly train between Cambridge and Norwich . By bus[ edit ] National Express [13] is the principal operator of scheduled long distance coach services.

These include: NX497 from London Victoria to Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth via Stratford (London) , Newmarket , Bury St Edmunds , Diss , and Gorleston-on-Sea , four times a day, taking four to five hours. Connections to virtually all UK destinations are possible and reservations are recommended. Discounted advance purchase 'funfares' often available. First Eastern Counties [14] operate a number of regional services that link Norfolk with neighbouring counties, including: Excel X1 from Peterborough railway station to Wisbeach , King's Lynn , Swaffham , Dereham , Norwich , Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft , as well as numerous towns and villages in between. Services operate every thirty minutes, and through train tickets are available for connection passengers at Peterborough as far east as Dereham. By car[ edit ] Norfolk's principal attraction for many tourists is that it is not on the way to anywhere. The state of roads into Norfolk, relative to other counties in Britain reflects this, with a mix of dualled and non-dualled A roads carrying most people into the region.

From London and places south of Norfolk, the M11, A11, A12 and A14 are the major trunk roads that lead towards and into the county. From the Midlands and North of England the A14, A11 and A47 are the principal routes. Norfolk County Council operates six purpose built Park and Ride sites, more than any other city in the UK, providing 4912 spaces, located on the main routes into Norwich city centre, see National Park and Ride Directory Get around[ edit ] Information on all rail services can be found on the website of National Rail [15] or by calling 08457-48-49-50 Information on all national, regional and local trains and buses can be found on the website of Traveline [16] or by calling 0871-200-22-33. By train[ edit ] In addition to the principal rail routes detailed in the Get In section above, a number of well supported and popular rail services radiate out along named lines through some exceptionally scenic parts of the county.

These include: Breckland Line ( Norwich - Wymondham - Attleborough - Thetford - Brandon - Cambridge ) All services are operated by National Express East Anglia [17] (NXEA). In addition to the standard range of tickets offered by all train operating companies, NXEA offers a series of 'Anglia Plus' rail passes which allow for one or three days unlimited travel in Norfolk Suffolk or Cambridgeshire . These can be bought on the day of travel from the ticket office or from the conductor on board the train if no ticket office is available. There is also the Poppy Line, a preserved railway run by the North Norfolk Railway , that runs from Holt to Sheringham , where the Poppy Line station is just a short walk from the regular station that runs services to Norwich . Holt station is a couple of miles from the town center, but a horse-drawn cart connects the town to the station. In peak season, Poppy Line trains run approximately hourly. Some trains are steam powered; some diesel.

By bus[ edit ] Information on all national, regional and local buses can be found on the website of Traveline [18] or by calling 0871-200-22-33. In addition to the National Express routes listed in the Get in section above, First Eastern Counties operate most urban buses in and around Norwich , as well as a number of regional and rural services that connection Norwich with other parts of the county. See their website for timetable and fare information. Sanders Coaches also runs buses throughout the county. For exploring the coast, combined rail and bus tickets provide train travel from Norwich to Cromer and Sheringham and onward bus travel along the coast. By car[ edit ] Exploring Norfolk by car is convenient and enjoyable. However, during summer the coastal road, the A149, and roads near the Broads can become congested as large numbers of tourists descend on the picturesque towns and villages. Visiting in the off season can avoid getting caught up in (and causing) this seasonal traffic. The coastal route (and more) is equally easily explored by bicycle or public transport.

By bicycle, or on foot[ edit ] Norfolk's geography makes it an exceptionally easy place to explore by bicycle or on foot, and the county is a good destination for cyclists and hikers to explore. Trains and buses are also increasingly friendly towards cyclists who wish to travel with their bikes, although it is strongly advised to call the transport operator in advance to check availability of space and, if necessary, to reserve it. For details of cycle routes, visit the website of Sustrans [19] . For details of paths, visit the website of the Ramblers Association [20] See[ edit ] The many stately homes open to the public located around the county, usually owned by the National Trust. The most popular include Holkham Hall, Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall and Oxburgh Hall. Sandringham, an official residence of the British royal family. A variety of historical ruins maintained by the English Heritage organisation. Eat[ edit ] Those seeking Norfolk's regional cuisine should head for the coast. Although the fishing fleets of Norfolk are not particularly large, their crops can be found in any decent pub or restaurant along the coast, especially that of North Norfolk.

Ask what's fresh before ordering, and explore the market towns of the region to find local fishmongers who can tell you about the fish and shellfish that they have for sale. Cromer is noted for its crabs. With prices for wholesale agricultural produce being forced ever lower by powerful supermarkets and bulk purchasers, many farmers are choosing to apply for organic certification and concentrating on producing high quality natural produce. Fruit such as apples and pears are grown in the region, and there is a small but healthy community of organic meat farmers who sell high quality beef, lamb and pork reared on certified organic Norfolk farms. Once again, you'll find the best suppliers hidden away in the small market towns of the county, so if you enjoy a meal in a pub or with your hosts, ask where the ingredients came from and take some local produce home with you. Drink[ edit ] Whereas the neighbouring county of Suffolk can boast several nationally recognised brewers (Adnams and Greene King, to name but two), Norfolk's brewing industry is on a much smaller scale [21] . This is no bad thing though, as the large number of locally produced beers cater for a broad variety of tastes and palettes.

If you want to sample a variety of different Norfolk ales, then simply head for a variety of Norfolk pubs, noting whether they are free houses or attached to a specific brewery, and when you get to the bar, just ask for something local. In larger towns you are likely to find at least one 'off license' (a shop licensed for the sale of alcohol for consumption off the premises) where you'll be able to buy bottle conditioned ales to take home. Television[ edit ] Local variations are made to the national output of BBC One [22] , BBC Two [23] and ITV1 [24] by regional news bureaux of the major networks, who both have studios in Norwich . Look East supplements the national news with short local bulletins during the daytime, with a thirty minute flagship programme on BBC One from 6.30pm every weeknight. A short bulletin follows the BBC One 10pm news. Anglia Tonight takes its name from the once proud regional television company that produces it, but whose on-screen identity has been all but erased from ITV1.

There are short bulletins throughout the day, with a thirty minute programme at 6.00pm and a short bulletin towards the end of the ITV1 National News at 10.30pm. Additional programmes focusing on local politics, sport, culture and food are dotted throughout the weekly television schedules, although usually in the graveyard slots not already occupied by national output. Radio[ edit ] BBC Radio Norfolk broadcasts a lively mix of locally produced programmes on 95.1FM, 95.6FM, 104.4FM, D.A.B. digital radio and online. Local news, sport and traffic reports are broadcast at least every hour. Radio Broadland is a partially networked pop music station broadcasting around Norwich , Great Yarmouth and the Broads on 102.4FM. KLFM 96.7 is a pop music station broadcasting around King's Lynn and West Norfolk . Kiss 105-108 is an increasingly networked dance, R&B and hip hop music station broadcasting across East Anglia around 106FM. Stay safe[ edit ] In case of emergency at sea, dial 999 and ask for "Coastguard".

There are lifeguards at Cromer , Sheringham , Mundesley and Hunstanton from June until the first week in September, from 10:00 to 18:00. The patrolled zone is marked by red and yellow flags on the beach. The beach lifeguard station also flies a red and yellow flag. Do not swim if a red flag is flying. Live ammunition and unexploded bombs from World War II have been found on the coast. If you do come across a suspicious item leave it alone and report it to the coast guard. This is a tidal region so be careful, especially with young children. Go next[ edit ] The arrival of a low-cost airline (FlyBe [25] ) at Norwich International Airport isn't just bringing more tourists to Norfolk, it's also encouraging locals to get on the cheap-weekend-away bandwagon. The next nearest airport to the county is London Stansted, which is at best ninety minutes by car from any part of the county, and the low population density of the county has meant that until now, few affordable flights have been offered from Norwich 's own airport.

London is easily reached from most railway stations in the region, and is an easy day or weekend destination. East Anglia is one of the few regions to have benefited from the rail privatisation process, with new routes and connections appearing to entice travellers onto the trains: recently restored through services from London to Bury St Edmunds and Great Yarmouth mean that more people can now get to the capital without an inconvenient change of trains. Cambridge is a short train ride or drive from the county, and is an enticing if extremely popular tourist city to visit for the day. This region travel guide to Norfolk is an outline and may need more content. It has a template , but there is not enough information present. If there are Cities and Other destinations listed, they may not all be at usable status or there may not be a valid regional structure and a "Get in" section describing all of the typical ways to get here. Please plunge forward and help it grow ! Norfolk travel guide - Wikitravel 14 Get out Norfolk is a low-lying and predominantly rural county in eastern England , in the region known as East Anglia .

It has county borders with Lincolnshire to the west, Cambridgeshire to the west and southwest, and with Suffolk to the south. Its North Sea coastline, including The Wash, forms one of the area's main highlights. The county capital is Norwich . Norfolk is the fifth largest county in England, with an area of 5,371 sq km (2,074 sq mi) and a population of 816,500. The name 'Norfolk' is a portmanteau of the Old English North Folk, taken from the tribes of ancient Angles people who lived there. the county of Norfolk's location within England The Broads , one of the region's most popular tourist destinations, lie primarilly within the county. Other destinations[ edit ] The Broads - a vast network of inland waterways, lakes and marshes, much of which is similar in status to a National Park . Thetford Forest - a huge area of managed woodland. Activities within include walking, mountain biking, nature watching, husky dog sled racing. The area also contains a massive war memorial and a Centre Parcs holiday centre - both near Elveden, south of Thetford.

Talk[ edit ] In many rural communities of Norfolk you will find the rich, soft dialect that is only found in this corner of Britain . The accent and dialect is so broad, in fact, that you may have difficulty understanding it immediately, since consonants are heavily softened and syllables merge into one another. You'll hear a variety of accents at voices at one of the region's many weekly markets, such as that held every Saturday in Swaffham . The BBC [1] has a number of resources relating to the dialects of Britain , as part of its 'Voices' project. [2] You can listen to sound recordings and find out more about the Norfolk dialect online. [3] The organisation 'Friends Of Norfolk Dialect' (FOND) [4] records and promotes the regional dialect, publishing newsletters, organising events and collects material. By plane[ edit ] Norfolk has one small airport with scheduled passenger services: Norwich International Airport [5] (airport code: NWI) in the northern suburbs of Norwich . The off-shore oil and gas industry supports a busy helicopter service to North Sea oil platforms and a number of (expensive) regional services to cities related to the oil industry around the North Sea.

KLM is the principal feeder airline at Norwich with four daily services to its international hub at Amsterdam Schipol. Scheduled airlines and destinations serving Norwich include: By ferry[ edit ] There are no passenger ferry terminals in Norfolk, however frequent services are operated from the Hook of Holland to Harwich in Suffolk by Stena Line [11] . In partnership with Stena Line and Nederlandse Spoorwegen (Netherlands Railway), Greater Anglia (Norfolk's principal rail operator) promote and sell connecting train-ferry-train tickets from any station in Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire to any station in the Netherlands . Fares start at around £25 one way or £50 return. For more information on the 'Dutch Flyer' service see this link [12] . By train[ edit ] The two principal routes in and out of Norfolk are the two railway lines that connect Norfolk with London : Norwich (in the east of Norfolk) is served by up to thirty-five daily services in each direction to and from London Liverpool Street station, via Stratford (London) , Chelmsford , Colchester , Ipswich , Stowmarket and Diss . The journey takes about two hours.

A small number of additional direct services operate direct between London the east coast towns of Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft . These services are all operated by Abellio Greater Anglia. [13] King's Lynn (in the west of Norfolk) is served by hourly services to and from London King's Cross station, via Cambridge , Ely and Downham Market . The service is operated by Thameslink Railway - Great Northern. [14] Additionally an east-west railway crosses the counties of Cambridgeshire , Suffolk and Norfolk connecting these two principal London - Norfolk rail routes. It runs from Peterborough to Norwich , via Ely , Thetford , Attleborough and Wymondham . Travellers from the north of England, the Midlands and the north-west can use the direct East Midlands Trains [15] service from Liverpool , Manchester , Sheffield , Nottingham , Grantham and Peterborough which runs from Ely to Norwich . Abellio Greater Anglia also operate an hourly train between Cambridge and Norwich . By bus[ edit ] National Express [16] is the principal operator of scheduled long distance coach services.

These include: NX497 from London Victoria to Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth via Stratford (London) , Newmarket , Bury St Edmunds , Diss , and Gorleston-on-Sea , four times a day, taking four to five hours. Connections to virtually all UK destinations are possible and reservations are recommended. Discounted advance purchase 'funfares' often available. Megabus offers regular and cheap, if less luxurious services between London and Norwich, stopping in both the city centre and the University. First Eastern Counties [17] operate a number of regional services that link Norfolk with neighbouring counties, including: Excel X1 from Peterborough railway station to Wisbeach , King's Lynn , Swaffham , Dereham , Norwich , Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft , as well as numerous towns and villages in between. Services operate every thirty minutes, and through train tickets are available for connection passengers at Peterborough as far east as Dereham. By car[ edit ] Norfolk's principal attraction for many tourists is that it is not on the way to anywhere. The state of roads into Norfolk, relative to other counties in Britain reflects this, with a mix of dualled and non-dualled A roads carrying most people into the region.

From London and places south of Norfolk, the M11, A11, A12 and A14 are the major trunk roads that lead towards and into the county. From the Midlands and North of England the A14, A11 and A47 are the principal routes. Norfolk County Council operates six purpose built Park and Ride sites, more than any other city in the UK, providing 4912 spaces, located on the main routes into Norwich city centre, see National Park and Ride Directory Get around[ edit ] Information on all rail services can be found on the website of National Rail [18] or by calling 08457-48-49-50 Information on all national, regional and local trains and buses can be found on the website of Traveline [19] or by calling 0871-200-22-33. By train[ edit ] In addition to the principal rail routes detailed in the Get In [20] section above, a number of well supported and popular rail services radiate out along named lines through some exceptionally scenic parts of the county.

These include: Breckland Line ( Norwich - Wymondham - Attleborough - Thetford - Brandon - Cambridge ) All services are operated by Abellio Greater Anglia [21] (AGA). In addition to the standard range of tickets offered by all train operating companies, AGA offers a series of 'Anglia Plus' rail passes which allow for one or three days unlimited travel in Norfolk Suffolk or Cambridgeshire . These can be bought on the day of travel from the ticket office or from the conductor on board the train if no ticket office is available. There is also the Poppy Line, a preserved railway run by the [|North Norfolk Railway], that runs from Holt to Sheringham , where the Poppy Line station is just a short walk from the regular station that runs services to Norwich . Holt station is a couple of miles from the town center, but a horse drawn cart connects the town to the station. In peak season, Poppy Line trains run approximately hourly. Some trains are steam powered; some diesel.

By bus[ edit ] Information on all national, regional and local buses can be found on the website of Traveline [22] or by calling 0871-200-22-33. In addition to the National Express routes listed in the Get in section above, First Eastern Counties [23] operate most urban buses in and around Norwich , as well as a number of regional and rural services that connection Norwich with other parts of the county. See their website for timetable and fare information. Sanders Coaches also runs buses throughout the county. For exploring the coast, combined rail and bus tickets provide train travel from Norwich to Cromer and Sheringham and onward bus travel along the coast. By car[ edit ] Exploring Norfolk by car is convenient and enjoyable. However, during summer the coastal road, the A149, and roads near the Broads can become congested as large numbers of tourists descend on the picturesque towns and villages. Visiting in the off season can avoid getting caught up in (and causing) this seasonal traffic. The coastal route (and more) is equally easily explored by bicycle or public transport.

By bicycle, or on foot[ edit ] Norfolk's geography makes it an exceptionally easy place to explore by bicycle or on foot, and the county is a good destination for cyclists and hikers to explore. Trains and buses are also increasingly friendly towards cyclists who wish to travel with their bikes, although it is strongly advised to call the transport operator in advance to check availability of space and, if necessary, to reserve it. For details of cycle routes, visit the website of Sustrans [24] . For details of paths, visit the website of the Ramblers Association [25] Eat[ edit ][ add listing ] Those seeking Norfolk's regional cuisine should head for the coast. Although the fishing fleets of Norfolk are not particularly large, their crops can be found in any decent pub or restaurant along the coast, especially that of North Norfolk. Ask what's fresh before ordering, and explore the market towns of the region to find local fishmongers who can tell you about the fish and shellfish that they have for sale. Cromer is noted for its crabs. With prices for wholesale agricultural produce being forced ever lower by powerful supermarkets and bulk purchasers, many farmers are choosing to apply for organic certification and concentrating on producing high quality natural produce.

Fruit such as apples and pears are grown in the region, and there is a small but healthy community of organic meat farmers who sell high quality beef, lamb and pork reared on certified organic Norfolk farms. Once again, you'll find the best suppliers hidden away in the small market towns of the county, so if you enjoy a meal in a pub or with your hosts, ask where the ingredients came from and take some local produce home with you. Drink[ edit ][ add listing ] Whereas the neighbouring county of Suffolk can boast several nationally recognised brewers (Adnams and Greene King, to name but two), Norfolk's brewing industry is on a much smaller scale [26] . This is no bad thing though, as the large number of locally produced beers cater for a broad variety of tastes and palettes. If you want to sample a variety of different Norfolk ales, then simply head for a variety of Norfolk pubs, noting whether they are free houses or attached to a specific brewery, and when you get to the bar, just ask for something local.

In larger towns you are likely to find at least one 'off license' (a shop licensed for the sale of alcohol for consumption off the premises) where you'll be able to buy bottle conditioned ales to take home. Television[ edit ] Local variations are made to the national output of BBC One [27] , BBC Two [28] and ITV1 [29] by regional news bureaux of the major networks, who both have studios in Norwich . Look East [30] supplements the national news with short local bulletins during the daytime, with a thirty minute flagship programme on BBC One from 6.30pm every weeknight. A short bulletin follows the BBC One 10pm news. Anglia Tonight [31] takes its name from the once proud regional television company that produces it, but whose on-screen identity has been all but erased from ITV1. There are short bulletins throughout the day, with a thirty minute programme at 6.00pm and a short bulletin towards the end of the ITV1 National News at 10.30pm.

Additional programmes focusing on local politics, sport, culture and food are dotted throughout the weekly television schedules, although usually in the graveyard slots not already occupied by national output. Radio[ edit ] BBC Radio Norfolk [32] broadcasts a lively mix of locally produced programmes on 95.1FM, 95.6FM, 104.4FM, D.A.B. digital radio and online. Local news, sport and traffic reports are broadcast at least every hour. Heart East Anglia is a networked pop music station broadcasting around Norwich , Great Yarmouth and the Broads on 102.4FM. Formerly Radio Broadland. Press[ edit ] The Norwich Evening News [35] and the Eastern Daily Press (EDP) [36] are both produced by Archant in Norwich . The EDP is the best selling regional newspaper in Britain . Stay safe[ edit ] In case of emergency at sea, dial 999 and ask for "Coastguard". There are lifeguards at Cromer , Sheringham , Mundesley and [[Sea Palling] from June until the first week in September, from 10:00 to 18:00.

The patrolled zone is marked by red and yellow flags on the beach. The beach lifeguard station also flies a red and yellow flag. Do not swim if a red flag is flying. Live ammunition and unexploded bombs from World War II have been found on the coast. If you do come across a suspicious item leave it alone and report it to the coast guard. This is a tidal region so be careful, especially with young children. Get out[ edit ] The arrival of a low-cost airline (FlyBe [37] ) at Norwich International Airport isn't just bringing more tourists to Norfolk, it's also encouraging locals to get on the cheap-weekend-away bandwagon. The next nearest airport to the county is London Stansted, which is at best ninety minutes by car from any part of the county, and the low population density of the county has meant that until now, few affordable flights have been offered from Norwich 's own airport. London is easily reached from most railway stations in the region, and is an easy day or weekend destination.

East Anglia is one of the few regions to have benefited from the rail privitisation process, with new routes and connections appearing to entice travellers onto the trains: recently restored through services from London to Bury St Edmunds and Great Yarmouth mean that more people can now get to the capital without an inconvenient change of trains. Cambridge is a short train ride or drive from the county, and is an enticing if extremely popular tourist city to visit for the day. Norfolk Map - Detailed Road Map of Norfolk England Norfolk map showing the county in East Anglia, England, and its many towns, villages and resorts. Detailed Road Map of Norfolk East Anglia Norfolk Map East Anglia: Interactive road map of Norfolk, a county in the East Anglia region of eastern England.

Featured on this Norfolk map are the city of Norwich plus the towns of King's Lynn, Hunstanton , Fakenham , Downham Market, Thetford, Swaffham, East Dereham, Diss, Wells-Next-the-Sea, Sheringham, Cromer , North Walsham, Attleborough, Wymondham, Great Yarmouth, and Hopton on Sea, also shown are the Norfolk Broads, a popular area for boating and fishing. Use controls on this Norfolk map to get detailed road maps, pan around to view surrounding areas, or view the map of Norfolk in terrain or satellite modes. The 5th largest county in England, Norfolk is a low lying area in the East Anglia region, it has a population of around 850,000 and has borders with Suffolk, Lincolnshire and Cambridgeshire, it also borders the Wash and the North Sea. The major roads coming into the county of Norfolk are the A47, A10, A11, A140 and A12. Norfolk Towns: Norwich - County city of Norfolk, Norwich was the second largest city in England in the eleventh century. Norwich Norfolk Map .

Heacham - A large village on The Wash, located to the south of Hunstanton, Heacham has a couple of fine sandy beaches and a number of caravan parks which are popular with holidaymakers .... More on Heacham Wymondham - Well known for its double towered Abbey and 17th century timer framed Market Cross, Wymondham has a population of around 12,000 and is a popular tourist destination, with narrow winding streets and a popular Friday market which has existed since the 13th century .... More on Wymondham Great Yarmouth - One of the UK's most popular seaside resorts, Great Yarmouth has been attracting holidaymakers since the 18 century. Its thriving fishing indistry kept it afloat over the centuries, only declining in the 20th century due to overfishing of herring stocks. Horse racing fans head for Great Yarmouth on a regular basis as the town has its own racecourse. Great Yarmouth Norfolk Map .

King's Lynn - To start with named Lynn or Lin (and later as Bishop's Lynn), the vibrant port and town of King's Lynn in Norfolk was at one time among the most significant sea ports in Britain. It at this time has a populace of about 43,000 and draws in a fairly large amount of travellers, who head there to absorb the historical past of this fascinating city and to get pleasure from its many fine attractions and live entertainment possibilities..... King's Lynn Website Hunstanton - A town which developed as a seaside resort during Victorian times, Hunstanton is notable as the only west facing coastal resort in East Anglia. The one time popular pier has now virtually disappeared after various disasters including fires and storms. The resort is also well known for its attractive striped cliffs which back a fine sandy beach .... Hunstanton Site . Morston: Another small North Norfolk village, Morston is also handy for visiting the Blakeney Point Nature Reserve and you can take a boat trip from the quay to spot seals on the nearby sand banks.

Weybourne: Situated between Sheringham and Blakeney on Norfolk's north coast, the village of Weybourne has a coastal area called Weybourne Hope, always thought to have been a weak spot for invasion on the English coast. Weybourne Norfolk Map . North Walsham: Located to the south of Cromer close to the north coast of Norfolk, North Walsham is a historic market town which was originally and Anglo Saxon settlement. North Walsham Map . Norfolk Broads: Actually spread through the counties of Norfolk and Suffolk, Britain's largest area of wetlands and its 3rd biggest inland waterway, the Norfolk Broads (The Norfolk and Suffolk Broads) is a protected National Park and a popular area for boating holiday. Located to the east of Norwich , such villages as Acle , see many tourists arriving to enjoy this beautiful area of East Anglia. Norfolk Broads Map . Blakeney: A small village on the north coast of Norfolk, Blakeney is close to the Blakeney Point Nature Reserve , a National Trust run conservation area which is popular with birdwathers and seal spotters. Blakeney Norfolk Map .

Felbrigg Hall: Another of the National Trust's Norfolk properties, Felbrigg Hall is a charming 17th century Jacobean house which is well worth a visit if you are in the Cromer area, it also has fine gardens which can be visited separately from the house. Sheringham: Another of Norfolk's north coast seaside resorts, Sheringham was also a fishing town with a thriving crab fishing industry. Sheringham Map . Cromer: A popular seaside town on the north coast of Norfolk, Cromer is famous for its crabs which have provided a source of income for its fisherment for many centuries. Cromer Map . Thetford: A thriving market town which largely survived 20th century urban re-development, Thetford in Norfolk has been the home of both Boudica and James I with James I having his Royal Palace there (the King's House). Surrounded by the huge Thetford Forest, it has long been the gateway to East Anglia .... Thetford Online Great Yarmouth Travel / Tourism. - YouTube Great Yarmouth Travel / Tourism. Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video?

Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Published on Mar 6, 2015 Great Yarmouth Travel / Tourism. Great Yarmouth, often known to locals as Yarmouth, is a coastal town in Norfolk, England. It is located at the mouth of the River Yare, 20 miles (30 km) east of Norwich. It has been a seaside resort since 1760, and is the gateway from the Norfolk Broads to the North Sea. For hundreds of years it was a major fishing port, depending mainly on the herring fishery, but its fishing industry suffered a steep decline in the second half of the 20th century, and has now all but disappeared. The discovery of oil in the North Sea in the 1960s led to a flourishing oil rig supply industry, and today it services offshore natural gas rigs. More recently, the development of renewable energy sources, especially offshore wind power, has created further opportunities for support services. A wind farm of 30 generators is within sight of the town on the Scroby Sands.

The town has a beach and two piers. In 2003 and 2004 T4 hosted their T4 on the Beach music festival in the town. It attracted around 20,000 people to the town but was moved to Weston-super-Mare in 2005. The Tollhouse, with dungeons, dates from the late 13th century and is said to be the oldest civic building in Britain. It backs on to the central library. The market place is one of the largest in England, and has been operating since the 13th century. It is also home to the town's shopping sector and the famous Yarmouth chip stalls. The smaller area south of the market is used as a performance area for community events and for access to the town's shopping centre, Market Gates. In November 2008, a new section of Market Gates opened, including high street retailers such as Debenhams, New Look and Starbucks. Great Yarmouth railway station, which serves the town, is the terminus of the Wherry Lines from Norwich. Before the Beeching Axe the town had a number of railway stations and a direct link to London down the east coast.

The only remaining signs of these stations is the coach park where Beach Station once was and the A12 relief road which follows the route of the railway down into the embankment from Breydon Bridge. Britannia Pier, May 2012 Yarmouth has two piers, Britannia Pier (which is Grade II listed) and Wellington Pier. The theatre building on the latter of the two was demolished in 2005 and reopened in 2008 as a family entertainment centre including a ten pin bowling alley with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the beach. Britannia Pier is home to the Britannia Theatre which during the summer months features well known acts including; Jim Davidson, Jethro, Basil Brush, Cannon and Ball, Chubby Brown, Chuckle Brothers and The Searchers. The theatre is one of a few end of the pier theatres left in England. The Grade II listed Winter Gardens building sits next to the Wellington Pier. The cast iron framed glass structure was shipped by barge from Torquay in 1903. It is said this was done without the loss of a single pane of glass.

Over the years, it has been used as ballroom, roller skating rink and beer garden. In the 1990s it was converted into a nightclub by Jim Davidson and has since been used as a family leisure venue. It is currently closed. Marine Parade in August 2013, with the derelict Empire Building in the foreground and the Atlantis Tower in the background Great Yarmouth's seafront, known as "The Golden Mile" attracts millions of visitors each year to its sandy beaches, indoor and outdoor attractions and amusement arcades. Great Yarmouth's Marine Parade has twelve Amusement Arcades located within 2 square miles (5.2 km2), including: Atlantis, The Flamingo, Circus Circus, The Golden Nugget, The Mint, Leisureland, The Majestic, The Silver Slipper, The Showboat, Magic City, Quicksilver and The Gold Rush, opened in 2007. In addition to the two piers, tourist attractions on Marine Parade include Joyland, Pirates Cove Adventure Golf, Yesterday's World, the Marina Centre, retroskate, Arnold Palmer Putting Green, the Sea Life Centre, Merrivale Model Village and the Pleasure Beach and Gardens.

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Question: The A12 road connects London to which coastal resort in Norfolk?
Answer: GREAT YARMOUTH