Norfolk isn’t the first place which springs to mind when talking about places in the UK which are ideal for a holiday. It is in the news far less and doesn’t attract as much attention as other holiday destinations such as Devon or Cornwall, but Norfolk has lots to offer for a family holiday and is easily accessible from most parts of the UK.
There is a wide range of accommodation for those wishing to holiday in Norfolk, ranging from very expensive boutique hotels to bargain basement campsites. There is something to suit everyone and all budgets. As one of the main features of Norfolk is the vast network of inland waterways known as the Broads, taking to the water and spending your time seeing the sights from a boat is a huge attraction of the area. There are many companies such as Richardsons Boats who specialise in renting out boats and all the related safety equipment to holidaymakers. Whatever your accommodation, most holidaymakers will need a car to experience the best of Norfolk.
Norfolk offers a whole host of things to see and do on your holiday and you will never be stuck for something to see. There are a large number of stately homes and houses which welcome in visitors and several zoos and wildlife parks for people who are more interested in natural history and watching animals. Norfolk is a haven for wildlife and there are many reserves where you can watch seals or birds in their natural environments. There are steam railways in the summer, attractive old towns and villages to wander round, and plenty of countryside to enjoy. Norfolk is a large county and it is easy to get away from the crowds. If you are holidaying on a boat rented from a company such as Richardsons Boats, you will find that many of the main attractions are accessible from the water and have mooring points close by.
Beaches are one of the other main reasons that tourists come to Norfolk. There are beaches all over the coast and if you take your time to research where they are and what they offer, it’s easy to find the perfect beach for you. Many of the beaches have blue flag status which means they conform to the highest standards of cleanliness. In the major resorts such as Great Yarmouth or Cromer the beaches can become very crowded in the summer but it doesn’t take long to find a spot away from the crowds and find a space of your own. For traditional seaside attractions and atmosphere, Great Yarmouth has a pier, fairground rides and ample places providing seaside treats such as fish and chips or ice cream.