Browsing local attractions within 8 miles of The Ted Ellis Nature Reserve

The Rhond, Hoveton (Wroxham), Norfolk, NR12 8UE, Tel: 01603 782309, Email, (8 miles, 12kms)

All weather heated day boats available all year from 2-11 people including children. Available from 8am to dusk.

The Bridge, Wroxham, Norwich, Norfolk, NR12 8RX, Tel: 01603 782207, Email, (8 miles, 13kms)

Broads Tours operates a fleet of double-decker passenger boats on the Broads, Britain’s magical waterland. All tours include a live commentary; the skipper will explain the origins of the Broads.

10 Norwich Road, Wroxham, Norwich, Norfolk, NR12 8RX, Tel: 0845 4969177, Email, (8 miles, 12kms)

TheCanoeMan is the largest canoe hire operator in Norfolk/North Suffolk. Enjoy a tranquil day's paddling with us from Buxton Lamas on the River Bure to Wroxham.

Horning Road, Hoveton, Norfolk, NR12 8JW, Tel: 01692 633033, Email, (8 miles, 12kms)

An award winning forest of wild family fun and adventure. Treehouse, zip wires, jungle bridges, Crocklebogs, boat trips, storytelling, marsh walks and really yummy food!

Low Road, Strumpshaw, Norwich, Norfolk, NR13 4HS, Tel: 01603 715191, (1 miles, 2kms)

Set in the wild and beautiful Yare Valley, near Norwich, Strumpshaw Fen is a great place to see the wildlife and landscapes of the Norfolk Broads. Nature trails lead you through reedbeds, pools, wildflower meadows and woodlands.

Farmers Avenue, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 3JU, Tel: 01603 493625, (6 miles, 10kms)

One of the city’s most famous landmarks, Norwich Castle was built by the Normans as a Royal Palace 900 years ago. Now a museum and art gallery, it is home to some of the most outstanding collections of fine art.

Riverside Road, Wroxham, Norwich, NR12 8UD, Tel: 01603 782625, (8 miles, 12kms)

Our Day Launches seat up to eight people comfortably with cushioned seating and easy to fold away canvas cover. Easy to operate, no experience required, full tution given. Perfect for families, school parties, couples and groups of friends.

115-123 King Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 1QE, Tel: 01603 663922, (6 miles, 9kms)

Dragon Hall is a magnificently restored Grade 1 listed medieval trading hall. It opens as a museum and is a venue for educational, cultural and community events.

Earlham Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 2PA, Tel: 01603 724381, (7 miles, 11kms)

The Cathedral of St John the Baptist is the second largest Catholic Cathedral in the UK and one of Norwich’s iconic buildings.

62 The Close, Norwich, Norfolk, NR1 4EH, Tel: 01603 218300, (6 miles, 10kms)

The most complete Norman Cathedral in England, discover stunning architecture, history and heritage. Free entry and free tours available.

Access via car park on Lower Street, Salhouse, Norwich, Norfolk, NR13 6RX, Tel: 01603 722775, (6 miles, 10kms)

Salhouse Broad: A place of natural beauty. Visit us by boat, foot, car, bus, bike or train and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 1TF, Tel: 01603 213999, Email, (6 miles, 10kms)

The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 1AW, Tel: 01603 774747, Email, (6 miles, 10kms)

Library dedicated to the 6,900 American airmen of the 2nd Air Division killed in action during WW2 flying from airfields in Norfolk and Suffolk.

Station Road, Hoveton, Norwich, Norfolk, NR12 8UR, Tel: 01603 756097, Email, (8 miles, 13kms)

Church Road, Reedham, Norfolk, NR13 3UA, Tel: 01493 701403, (6 miles, 10kms)

Pettitts Animal Adventure Park near Great Yarmouth is best described as three fun parks in one. Pettitts has rides galore, family entertainment, exotic and domestic animals and birds to see, animals to feed & pet.

Strumpshaw Old Hall, Low Road, Strumpshaw, Norfolk, NR13 4HR, Tel: 01603 714535, (1 miles, 2kms)

Many steam engines, beam engines, mechanical organs, narrow gauge railway and a working toy train for children. There is also a cafe, gift shop, picnic area and free parking.

St James, Whitefriars, Norwich, Norfolk, NR3 1TN, Tel: 01603 629921, Email, (6 miles, 10kms)

Medieval church converted to a puppet theatre in 1980, theatre spaces open for viewing except on performance days.

Caistor St Edmund, Norwich, Norfolk, UK, (5 miles, 8kms)

The site of Venta Icenorum, the Roman capital of Norfolk. The Roman fortifications can be seen in several places.