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Attractions in the East of England

Norfolk and Suffolk are full of places that turn an ordinary day into something properly memorable, from historic houses and castles to museums, gardens and experiences that bring local stories to life. You’ll find a mix of well-known favourites and smaller discoveries, with plenty to suit different ages, interests and seasons.

Many attractions offer plenty to explore beyond the main highlights, with grounds, trails and changing displays that make it easy to linger, return and keep finding something new.

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Beers of Europe

Britain’s biggest beer shop with more than 150,000 bottles and over 5,000 different UK ales, world…

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NWT Cley Marshes

The Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s oldest nature reserve purchased in 1926 to be held ‘in perpetuity as a…

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Sutton Staithe Boatyard

Environmentally friendly Electric Picnic Boats, Electric and Diesel Day Boats, Canoe and Kayak Hire.

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Banham Zoo

Wild Adventures Await!

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Elizabethan House Museum

Experience the lives of those who lived in this splendid quayside house, from Tudor times to the…

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Wells and Walsingham Light Railway

Narrow Gauge steam railway. Timetable service operates everyday between March and October.

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ROARR!

Discover your next action-packed adventure at ROARR! — the UK’s largest dinosaur park.

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Gainsborough's House

Gainsborough's House is the childhood home of Thomas Gainsborough (1727-88) in Sudbury.

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Pump Street

Pump Street Bakery and Chocolate shop are situated in the village of Orford, on Suffolk's heritage…

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