Whitwell and Reepham Station harks back to a time when Norfolk was a patchwork of railway lines funded by Victorian investors jumping in to make money. It was part of the Midlands and Great North Railway network; with its nickname ‘Muddle & Go Nowhere’. Today it’s a great base for starting a walk, with its […]
Near Forncett St Mary follow a pretty country walk with two museums along the way, both featuring epic machinery.Start at the Norfolk Tank Museum, with its extensive collection including the tank built for the Guy Martin TV documentary.Pre-book fun experiences for enthusiasts. Then head on foot to the Norfolk Industrial Steam Museum, home to spectacular […]
Head into the countryside and then back to this handsome market town with its iconic clock tower, to be tempted by independent shops, and wonderful pubs and cafés. Since 1369 Market Day has taken place in the centre, where King Harold may have stood by the ‘Harold stone’. 1570 saw the failed Midsummer Fair Plot […]
Discover Ranworth’s great charm in this historic heart of the Norfolk Broads.From the bell tower at St Helen’s Church, known as the ‘Cathedral of the Broads’, you can see for miles, even as far theHappisburgh lighthouse. The intrepid are welcome to tackle the 96 steps, two ladders and trapdoor when it’s open!Other highlights include the […]
Discover the charm of beautiful market town Aylsham, or Aegal’s Ham as it was once known. It has been listed as one of the best places to live in the UK, with many independent businesses. The walk weaves along peaceful lanes and paths, then returns to Aylsham’s picturesque heart via the town water pump, which […]
This ancient market town has charming streets, especially in the Heritage Triangle, offering glimpses of medieval architecture and local history. Look out for The Shambles and the Corn Hall too. At the heart is the Mere, possibly a long extinct volcano or a deep pit left behind by a glacier after the last ice age. […]