Norfolk

Nobody ever forgets their first sight of Blickling. The breath-taking Jacobean mansion and ancient yew hedges sit at the heart of a magnificent garden and historic park in the beautiful Bure meadows.

One of the most elegant country houses in East Anglia, Felbrigg Hall is a place of surprises and delights. Outside, the decorative and productive walled garden is a gardener's dream and the rolling landscape, with its lake and woodland is home to a host of wildlife.

Wander through Sheringham Park and you'll discover why it became the personal favourite of its designer, Humphry Repton. Famous for its vast collection of rhododendrons and azaleas, the last owner, Tom Upcher, would hold rhododendron champagne parties in the 1950s to show them off.

It’s hard not to fall in love with Oxburgh Hall, when you catch your first glimpse of the imposing brick manor house reflected in the tranquil moat. Built by the Bedingfeld family in 1482 as a statement of power and prestige, it remains their family home today.

At the heart of this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Blakeney National Nature Reserve is home to rare terns and the largest seal colony in England. Brancaster Beach with its golden sand is perfect for sandcastle building and Morston Quay is a great starting point for a coastal walk or kayak.

Horsey Windpump is an iconic building with a fascinating past and the perfect gateway to experience the Norfolk Broads. Standing sentinel over the mere, a climb to the top is rewarded with beautiful panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Norfolk is a great place for a day out with the family. From crabbing at Blakeney and cycling at Blickling Estate to wildlife watching at Sheringham Park and den building at Oxburgh Hall. Enjoy a gentle stroll with your family and create your own adventure at Felbrigg Hall or further afield at Horsey Windpump in the Norfolk Broads.

Throughout Norfolk there are many trails and footpaths that will take you through stunning scenery, from the iconic coastline to the Norfolk Broads. As well as the coastal path, head off the beaten track at Sheringham Park, Felbrigg Hall and Blickling Estate.