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Norfolk

With big skies, stunning coastline, magnificent historic houses and colourful gardens to discover, you're spoilt for choice when exploring Norfolk in East Anglia.

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Top places to visit in Norfolk

View of the Hall through the frosty garden at Blickling Estate
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Blickling Estate 

One day is never enough. Discover a complete Norfolk estate with something for everyone.

Aylsham, Norfolk

Partially open today
Frost on the parkland with Felbrigg Hall in the background
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Felbrigg Hall, Gardens & Park 

Felbrigg Hall is a mixture of opulence and homeliness. Outside is a gardener's delight, don't miss the Walled Garden.

Norwich, Norfolk

Partially open today
A frosty winter morning at Oxburgh Estate in Norfolk
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Oxburgh Estate 

Home to the Bedingfeld family for 500 years, Oxburgh reveals one family's unshakable Catholic faith and story of endurance

near Swaffham, Norfolk

Fully open today
View of temple with bare trees and bright blue sky at Sheringham Park, Norfolk.
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Sheringham Park 

Wander through Sheringham Park and discover why it became the personal favourite of landscape designer, Humphry Repton.

Upper Sheringham, Norfolk

Fully open today
Horsey Windpump
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Horsey Windpump 

An iconic Norfolk Broads landmark, climb to the top for panoramic views across this man-made landscape.

Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

Partially open today
Common seals and sandwich terns at Blakeney Point, Norfolk
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Blakeney National Nature Reserve 

As well as uninterrupted views of the beautiful Norfolk coastline, Blakeney Point is a haven for wildlife.

Cley Road, Norfolk

Partially open today
Boats moored on the tidal creeks and mudflats at Morston Quay.
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Morston Quay 

Morston Quay is the ideal starting point to explore the Norfolk Coast. Why not book a boat trip to see the seals?

Morston, Norfolk

Partially open today
The beach and sand dunes at Brancaster Estate, Norfolk
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Brancaster Beach 

Come and enjoy the golden sandy beach at Brancaster, which is part of the iconic Norfolk coastline.

Brancaster, Norfolk

Fully open today

Christmas in Norfolk

Plate 19 from Andreas Cellarius' Harmonia macrocosmica Star Atlas at Blickling Estate
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Christmas at Blickling Estate 

This coming Christmas, Journey Through the Stars on a visit to the House. Or book tickets for the Garden of Lights at one of Norfolk's most special places.

Illustration of two young wolves climbing on the roof of Felbrigg Hall, against a snowy night time sky.
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Christmas at Felbrigg Hall 

Explore an indoor trail filled with imaginative decorations, animal illustrations and soundscapes recorded on the Felbrigg Estate. Follow in the paw prints of two curious young wolves from a new tale, Wild Wood Hall: The search for Red.

Head and shoulder of Father Christmas telling a story surrounded by lights and festive decorations
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Christmas at Oxburgh Estate 

Oxburgh Estate is the perfect place to visit this festive season, with hidden treasure family trails, beautiful traditional decorations, story-telling with Father Christmas and wreath-making workshops, there is something for everyone.

What's on in Norfolk

Christmas trees decorated in Blickling Great Hall at Christmas 2023

Upcoming events in Norfolk 

There's plenty to see and do with friends and family at a National Trust place near you this Christmas. Popular events can sell out so book early to avoid disappointment.

Top winter walks in Norfolk

Escape into nature for some fresh air and a walk. Here's our top walks around the county.

Visitors walking in the woodland at Blickling, Norfolk
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Blickling Estate multi-use trail 

Tour the Blickling Estate by bike, wheelchair, with a pushchair or on foot, via this all-weather hard-surface footpath, with historic buildings and woodland along the way.

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Walking, Cycling
DistanceMiles: 4 (km: 6.4)
Temple at sunset, Sheringham Park, Norfolk.
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Repton’s walk at Sheringham Park 

Take in coastal views and country vistas on this moderate walking trail through the landscaped parkland at Sheringham.

Activities
Walking
DistanceMiles: 2 (km: 3.2)
Family day out at the beach in winter on Norfolk Coast

Discover more walks in Norfolk 

Discover the best walks around Norfolk, from a stroll around the estate at Blickling to a bracing trek on the Norfolk Coast Path.

Latest news and projects

Blakeney Point Live Seal Cam

Live seal cam at Blakeney Point 

Enjoy our live stream from the largest grey seal colony in England. Watch as thousands of grey seals come ashore to pup and mate, from late October to early January. Live footage is streamed daily from Blakeney Point, from 9.30am - 3.15pm.

A plate from the Harmonia macrocosmica
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‘Spectacular’ rare 17th-century ‘star atlas’ from Golden Age of Dutch map-making goes on display for first time 

One of the world’s finest and rarest 17th century atlases is set to go on display for the first time at the National Trust’s Blickling Estate in Norfolk, following specialist conservation.

Acid grassland on Friary Hills, Blakeney.
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Acid grassland project at Friary Hills steps up to become species-rich habitat on Norfolk coast 

Acid grassland, rich in fine grasses, lichens and mosses, has undergone significant national decline and is locally scarce. This project at Friary Hills on the Norfolk Coast aims to increase wildflowers including harebells and common stork’s-bill, and butterflies such as green hairstreak and small copper.

A view of the new footbridge spanning Cabbage Creek at low tide.
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New footbridge opens at Stiffkey Marshes 

A project to replace a footbridge at Stiffkey on the Norfolk Coast is now complete, providing access once more to one of the county's precious habitats.

A woman points at Oxburgh Gatehouse and a young visitor sits in all terrain wheelchair looking
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Oxburgh makes history more accessible for children with limited mobility 

Dedicated to improving accessibility for everyone, the National Trust and Oxburgh Estate in Norfolk are introducing a new children’s all-terrain Mountain Trike wheelchair to their existing range of mobility equipment.

Two rangers planting new native and specimen trees at Sheringham Park in Norfolk
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Planting for the future gives helping hand to wildlife at Sheringham Park 

A team of staff and volunteers at Sheringham Park have planted more than 600 native trees and moved some species of rhododendron to cooler parts of the park, which is arguably the best surviving example of landscape gardener Humphry Repton's work.

Common seals and sandwich terns at Blakeney Point, Norfolk
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Our position on Centre Port's plan for The Wash 

The Wash is one of the most important estuaries in the UK. Therefore, news of a potential new container terminal and tidal scheme in an area designated for its importance to wildlife, is deeply concerning. Some bold claims are being made about ecology and we are keen to seek further information on the detailed plans and data to back these up.

Get involved

A woman with long black hair is tending to some plants in a walled garden on a sunny day. She is wearing a raincoat and has a smile on her face.

Volunteering in Norfolk 

Making new friends, working in amazing places, and knowing that you're helping a cause you care about – just three great reasons to volunteer with the National Trust in Norfolk.

Visitors standing by a rhododendron bush at Sheringham Park, Norfolk
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Supporter groups in Norfolk 

If you’re interested in joining one of Norfolk’s local supporter groups and meeting like-minded people to support the Trust’s work, find a volunteer group or association you can join.

Places to stay

From unspoilt sandy beaches to vast heathlands full of wildlife, there are so many reasons to holiday in Norfolk. Whether you’re looking for some hill-free family cycling or want to spot rare birds on the Norfolk Broads, we have lots of self-catering holiday cottages to choose from.

The exterior of Mrs Preedy's Cottage, Burnham-Overy-Staithe, Norfolk
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Dog-friendly cottages in Norfolk 

Many of our Norfolk holiday cottages are dog-friendly, situated within unspoilt countryside and close to vast expanses of sandy beaches.

Visit National Trust places in Norfolk without a car

A group of people sit in boat on the water whilst on a seal-watching trip at Blakeney Point in Norfolk.
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Sustainable travel in Norfolk 

There are a number of sustainable options for travelling to and from the places in our care in Norfolk, whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your visit.

Upcoming events

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CHRISTMAS: 12 days of Christmas Family Trail 

Oxburgh Estate, near Swaffham, Norfolk

Join us this winter at Oxburgh for the 12 days of Christmas trail. This interactive and playful trail will run indoors and outdoors so families have the option of doing one or both elements but are encouraged to do both!

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31 Dec 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
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09:30 to 16:00
+ 5 other dates or times
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Journey Through the Stars at Blickling 

Blickling Estate, Aylsham, Norfolk

Take a Journey Through the Stars on a visit to the House this winter, inspired by the conservation of a wonderful Star Atlas by Andreas Cellarius from the Long Gallery library.

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31 Dec 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 5 other dates or times
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CHRISTMAS: Family Crafts in the Gun Room 

Oxburgh Estate, near Swaffham, Norfolk

Join in with some simple festive makes in Oxburgh's Gun Room this Christmas!

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31 Dec 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
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11:00 to 15:00
+ 5 other dates or times
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Secrets from the Stores 

Blickling Estate, Aylsham, Norfolk

Be inspired by Secrets from the Stores, a selection of previously unseen objects, chosen to spark your creativity!

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13 Jan to 30 Mar 2025
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11:00 to 15:00
+ 76 other dates or times
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Snowdrops at Oxburgh 

Oxburgh Estate, near Swaffham, Norfolk

Lift the wintery blues and get your first glimpse of spring at Oxburgh Estate as we welcome in the arrival of our fabulous Snowdrop displays.

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24 Jan to 3 Mar 2025
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10:00 to 10:45
+ 95 other dates or times
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Trust10 at Blickling Estate 

Blickling Estate, Aylsham, Norfolk

Trust10 monthly trail runs are a great way to blow away the cobwebs, get some exercise and take in changing scenery throughout the seasons.

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26 Jan to 21 Dec 2025
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09:20 to 11:30
+ 10 other dates or times
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Acorns 

Sheringham Park, Upper Sheringham, Norfolk

Outdoor fun for pre-schoolers and their grown-ups.

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29 Jan to 26 Mar 2025
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10:30 to 12:15
+ 4 other dates or times
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Tinsel10 Christmas trail run 

Blickling Estate, Aylsham, Norfolk

Join us for our festive version of our monthly Trust10 trail run at Blickling Estate. Feeling extra festive? Why not dress up in fancy dress and enter the fancy dress competition?

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21 Dec 2025
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09:15 to 11:00
Two visitors walking along the path with sun behind them whilst exploring the Christmas Light Trail in the garden at Belton Estate, Lincolnshire

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.