Discover the East of England

Welcome to Visit East of England - the official tourism website and visitors guide for the region, designed to help you make the most from your day out, short break or holiday.

Directly to the north of London, the region is based around the ancient kingdom of East Anglia - covering the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk and Suffolk. The area has preserved much of its unspoilt character, rural landscape, architecture and traditions. From the University city of Cambridge and seaside fun, to outdoor pursuits and the unspoilt waterways of The Broads - we can help you plan where to stay and what to do whilst you are here.

At Visit East of England you can browse a huge variety of places to stay, explore what exciting things there are to do and discover a comprehensive database of events Find the locations of all the tourist information centres in the region - plus informative guides to our cities and towns, countryside and seaside

Latest News and Events

Signs of Spring

Discover the colours, flavours and wildlife
of spring.

WIN a one night stay, plus round of golf at the Thorpeness Hotel.

Special events, delicious lunches and fun activities
for Mother's Day.

Attractions,
events, special anniversaries and accommodation.

Egg hunts, bunnies, chocolates,
chicks and traditional music.

Discover the
East of England's sporting excellence
and venues.

Download our free 19 page Major Events 2010 information sheet.

Treat yourself this spring at our restaurants serving local produce.

Visit our Movie
Map - and follow in the footsteps
of the stars.

Sun 14 March
St. Patrick's Festival, Luton, Beds
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Parade with pipe bands and banners. Live music and Irish produce.
Sun 14 March
Mothering Sunday Afternoon Tea, Peckover House, Wisbech, Cambs
Treat mum to a special high tea, and a look at the early spring flowers.
Sat 13 March
Nature on your Doorstep, Natural History Museum, Colchester, Essex
Learn about local nature, and see live native animals.
Sat 13 and Sun 14 March
Essex Guild of Craftsmen Fair, Hylands House, Chelmsford, Essex
Wide selection of handmade crafts, plus live demonstrations.
Sat 13 and Sun 14 March
Waking up the House, Shaw's Corner, Ayot St. Lawerence, Herts
Find out what happens as we prepare to open the house.
Sat 13 March
Hitchin Beer and Cider Festival, Hitchin, Herts
Traditional beer festival. Sample cask ale, cider, perries and foreign beers.
Sat 13 and Sun 14 March
King's Lynn Fiction Festival, King's Lynn, Norfolk
Talks and readings by some of the best contemporary writers.
Sat 13 March
Weekend Wildlife Walk, RSPB Minsmere (nr. Saxmundham), Suffolk
Seasonal weekend walk looking at wildlife highlights.

The East of England offers a range of exciting and varied events to suit all tastes - from carnivals, air display and arts festivals to craft fairs and agricultural shows.

Time Travel East

Inspired by the new BBC series 'The Seven Ages of Britain'? - then check out our Time Travel East guide to the historical treasures of the East, including Hatfield House.

Seaside

Get ready for summer - escape to the coast, at our great range of
seaside resorts in 2010. Check out our mini-guides and order your brochures today.