Guide to Staycationing in Norfolk 2021

In this post, we’ll help you figure out great ways to enjoy staying in the UK for your holiday this year. Whether you’re getting away with family, friends, or for a solo trip, we’ve got a simple guide to the best that Norfolk has to offer.

What is Staycation?

A staycation is a holiday enjoyed without the need to go abroad. It’s the perfect way to affordably and easily unlock the great locations and attractions the UK has to offer. Choosing a staycation in Norfolk allows you to discover the beautiful coastlines, cobbled streets and seaside towns that are just around the corner.

5 Best Places to Visit in Norfolk 2021

1. Great Yarmouth & The Golden Mile

Full of great activities for kids, beautiful seaside cafés, and charming restaurants, there’s plenty of wonderful memories to be made at the Golden Mile in Great Yarmouth. Home to Pleasure Beach adventure park, Merrivale Model Village, and numerous arcades, the Golden Mile strip is perfect for families. The Golden Mile is also home to Sara’s Tearooms, the seafront, dog friendly, family café known for its delicious cakes and fantastic meals.  Down at Great Yarmouth Central Beach, you’ll find horse drawn carriage and donkey rides, Britannia Pier and an expansive stretch of beach to have a relaxing walk and to dip your toes in the sea.

2. The Broads National Park

At the Broads National Park, there’s so many things to do to get back in touch with nature. You could start with a nice walk through nature, doing some fishing, have a scenic bike ride, or do some birdwatching. Martham Broad National Nature Reserve is full of gorgeous scenery and is a real escape. The Broads offers a range of fun sporting activities perfect for kids like kayaking, canoeing, swimming, arts and crafts and many more.

3. Caister-on-Sea

Just on the other side of the Broads National Park, is Caister-on-Sea. Covered in pristine sands, grassy patches and lots of lovely shops and restaurants, Caister-on-Sea is a beautiful location to relax, explore local villages or learn about its history by visiting the Roman Fort and Caister Castle. Apart from the beautiful beach, Great Yarmouth Horse Racecourse holds racing events all year round but is especially popular during the summer. Races are held weekly and the buzzing venue has restaurants and bars to keep you going while you enjoy the atmosphere.

4. Sheringham Beach

This beach sits on the verge of the Victorian seaside town of Sheringham, and is known for its clean and safe environment for families to enjoy, and typical British beach huts to stay in. Sheringham beach is perfect for families as it’s got a reliable and constant patrol of lifeguards across the beach, boulders perfect for rock pooling, and a low tide to keep those sand castles standing for as long as possible!

Sheringham town is a few minutes walk from the beach and has a number of attractions for you to enjoy during your staycation. From independent tea rooms and cafes, to a long promonade and the Sheringham Little Theatre, Sheringham really has something for everyone.

5. Norwich

Everyone from dog walkers to history lovers will love visiting Norwich during their staycation.  Take your dog for a stroll along the river and around Eaton Park, and for wine lovers, pop in to Winbirri Vineyards for a tour and a taster. For a taste of history, visit Norwich Cathedral, Norwich Aviation Museum, or Norwich Castle.

Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts hold various art exhibitions, with free and paid options depending on your staycation budget. For shopaholics, Norwich town centre has plenty of choice of independent stores and Highstreet favourites for you to browse.

Staycationing in Norfolk in 2021

The summer of 2021 has seen many restrictions so far, which means a lot of people in the UK are opting for a staycation this year. With our short guide to Norfolk holidays, you’ll be able to make great memories for yourself, family, friends, without the need to go abroad.

Related Images: