Animal Sanctuaries

Visit rescued horses and ponies for free!

Address: Spa Lane, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6UE

Art Galleries

Situated at the edge of the beautiful Norfolk Broads and a pebbles throw away from the idyllic North Norfok coast, Alby Crafts has been established for almost twenty five years. During that time it has been home to around fifty resident craftpeople.

Address: Cromer Road, Erpingham, Norfolk, NR11 7QE

Art Galleries

The Studio Gallery of internationally acclaimed wildlife artist Phil Daniels. Callers by appointment.

Address: 31 High Street, Cawston, Norwich, Norfolk, NR10 4AE

Art Galleries

St Judes makes and sells unique fabrics. We work with an eclectic range of artists to produce our printed designs, screen-printed in short runs in Britain, showcased at our North Norfolk gallery & showroom and available by mail order.

Address: By the Village Shop, Wolterton Road, Itteringham, Norfolk, NR11 7AF

Art Galleries

An independent project space where artists can experiment with new work, document installations and showcase their practice. We host exhibitions, residencies, artist and curator talks and offer classes and seminars promoting professional development.

Address: Bushey Place , Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6HF

Artists Studios

Situated at the edge of the beautiful Norfolk Broads and a pebbles throw away from the idyllic North Norfok coast, Alby Crafts has been established for almost twenty five years. During that time it has been home to around fifty resident craftpeople.

Address: Cromer Road, Erpingham, Norfolk, NR11 7QE

Artists Studios

Norfolk painter and illustrator

Address: 16 St Michaels Close, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6HA

Artists Studios

An independent project space where artists can experiment with new work, document installations and showcase their practice. We host exhibitions, residencies, artist and curator talks and offer classes and seminars promoting professional development.

Address: Bushey Place , Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6HF

Artists Studios

Artists Studio Open by Appointment. Strong graphic representations of instantly recognisable scenes without the every-day clutter; branching the link between a distinctive modern style and familiar views

Address: 11 Wellington Road, Briston, Norfolk, NR24 2SE

Auctions

Auctions Held on the First Sunday of Every Month - Selling Antiques & Collectables

Address: Aylsham Lodge Hotel, 149 Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6JH

Auctions

Address: 8 Market Place, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6EH

Children's Attractions

A huge forest of wild family fun and adventure. Treehouses, zip wires, jungle bridges, Crocklebogs, boat trips, marsh walks and really yummy food.

Address: Horning Road, Hoveton, Norfolk, NR12 8JW

Children's Attractions

Opened in 1990, the Bure Valley Railway offers an 18 mile round trip through picturesque countryside which is as varied, interesting and beautiful as any to be found on a railway journey in England.

Address: Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW

Children's Attractions

Must visit for all the family, whatever your age. For stylish clothes, gifts for home and garden, country foods, Bill LeGrice Roses & Plant Centre, Junior Farm, Childrens Funfair, Craft Studios and table service restaurant, its well worth a visit.

Address: Tunstead Road, Hoveton, Norfolk, NR12 8QU

Churches

Address:  , Marsham, Norfolk,

Churches

The church has an unbuttressed tower with features of the Early English style of architecture and some fifteenth century with knapped flints. All the windows of the nave are Perpendicular.

Address:  , Calthorpe, Norfolk, NR11 7QR

Churches

Erected at the end of the 14th century a truly big Perpendicular decorated Church, that dwarfs the small village of Cawston. The tower stands at 120 feet. A deeply moulded doorway with a wodehouse or wild man and a dragon.

Address: Church Lane, Cawston, Norfolk, NR10 4AG

Churches

To find Wickmere is something of a challenge. The nearer one gets, not only do the signposts become disconcertingly vague as to its whereabouts, but its splendidly named Regent Street nestles in a fold of the land.

Address:  , Wickmere, Norfolk,  

Churches

The villages of Saxthorpe and Corpusty lie in a shallow but sheltered valley on the road from Norwich to Holt. The straightness of the road south to Norwich suggests a Roman origin.

Address:  , Saxthorpe with Corpusty, Norfolk,  

Churches

The Parish Church stands looking out across the road over some fine meadows to the south. The Hall has powerful associations for all those who still remember how it used to be in the days of private ownership.

Address:  , Blickling, Norfolk,  

Churches

For those coming to look for 'a Norfolk village', the search is rewarded at Little Barningham. It gently straddles a small valley, with the Church on a mound overlooking the single street, a steam passing through and some forty houses dotting the road.

Address:  , Lt. Barningham, Norfolk,  

Churches

St Margarets is a small grade 1 medieval church with a lovely interior full of artifacts of beauty and historic interest. The church is open daily till dusk and visitors are very welcome.

Address:  , Stratton Strawless, Norfolk,  

Churches

Address:  , Burgh-next-Aylsham, Norfolk,

Churches

Perhaps the most attractive approach to Edgefield is from the south on the road from Saxthorpe. The winding road gives a wide view especially to the left where the church comes into sight set quite well back from the road, clearly seen across the fields.

Address:  , Itteringham, Norfolk,  

Churches

There is a record of a priest for Aylsham in 1066 with the Saxon name of Brithric. The current church was started about 1270 during the decorated period. John of Gaunt who owned Aylsham is credited with the building of the church.

Address:  , Aylsham, Norfolk,  

Churches

As was usual, the medieval Church decorated the inner walls of this country church. At Oulton Parish Church what remains of that decoration is a fish, painted high up in the wall opposite the main door.

Address:  , Oulton with Irmingland, Norfolk,  

Churches

Perhaps the most attractive approach to Edgefield is from the south on the road from Saxthorpe. The winding road gives a wide view especially to the left where the church comes into sight set quite well back from the road, clearly seen across the fields.

Address:  , Edgefield, Norfolk,  

Concerts & Music

Aylsham Music Societys policy is to produce a wide range of music using mainly local artists and to provide a platform for promising young musicians. Our aim is also to work with and benefit the local community.

Address: St Michael and all Angels Parish Church, Aylsham, Norfolk,

Concerts & Music

Concerts at Salle Church, near Reepham, Norfolk, June to October, annually.

Address: 31 Jaguar Road, Hethersett, Norfolk, NR9 3QW

Country Parks

Magnificent Jacobean house, garden and park. Famed for its long gallery, fine tapestries, paintings and rare books. Parkland and lakeside walks, with a sunken garden to discover. Home to the headless ghost of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIIIs second queen.

Address:  , Blickling, Norfolk, NR11 6NF

Country Parks

The Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden comprises 53 hectares (131 acres) of beautiful ancient woodland, water gardens and a private broad at South Walsham in the heart of the Norfolk Broads.

Address: School Road, South Walsham, Norfolk, NR13 6DZ

Country Parks

One of the finest 17th-century country houses in East Anglia. Remarkable Stuart architecture and fine Georgian interior. Prolific library and Grand Tour collection. Stunning walled garden, orangery and orchards. Many trails to explore.

Address:  , Felbrigg, Norfolk, NR11 8PR

Country Parks

Landscape park and woodland garden. One of the finest examples of Humphry Repton's garden design. Fabulous displays of rhododendrons and azaleas. Mature woodlands, with rare trees and shrubs. Gazebos and viewing towers with fantastic coastal vistas.

Address: Wood Farm, Upper Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8TL

Craft Centres

Situated at the edge of the beautiful Norfolk Broads and a pebbles throw away from the idyllic North Norfok coast, Alby Crafts has been established for almost twenty five years. During that time it has been home to around fifty resident craftpeople.

Address: Cromer Road, Erpingham, Norfolk, NR11 7QE

Craft Centres

The OutHouse Studio/The Shop on Red Lion Street provides the perfect setting to enjoy arts and craftsworkshops. Run by local artisans we can help with advice for your own projects. The Shop is stocked full of gifts made by local crafters.

Address: 19 Red Lion Street, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6ER

Craft Centres

Must visit for all the family, whatever your age. For stylish clothes, gifts for home and garden, country foods, Bill LeGrice Roses & Plant Centre, Junior Farm, Childrens Funfair, Craft Studios and table service restaurant, its well worth a visit.

Address: Tunstead Road, Hoveton, Norfolk, NR12 8QU

Festivals & Shows

Aylsham’s Carnival is usually held on the 1st Sunday of July each year, with a fancy dress procession and family fun & games.

Address: The Recreation Ground, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6EL

Festivals & Shows

Aylsham Food Festival takes place in Aylsham, Norfolk, England, during October. Hosted by Slow Food Aylsham, it will showcase the best of local food, producers and cooking skills.

Address: Slow Food Aylsham, c/o Blacksmiths Cottage, Colby Road, Banningham, Norfolk, NR11 7DY

Festivals & Shows

Changing theme and programme each year, taking place around the end of May in venues in and around Aylsham, Norfolk. See website for details.

Address: 2 Holman Close, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6DD

Festivals & Shows

Display ring entertainments, village square live music stage, over 150 craft, charity, and trade stalls, working heavy horses in action, weaving and spinning demonstrations, vintage cars, tractors, and agricultural implements, charity auction on Sunday

Address:  , Worstead, Norfolk,  

Gardens

Magnificent Jacobean house, garden and park. Famed for its long gallery, fine tapestries, paintings and rare books. Parkland and lakeside walks, with a sunken garden to discover. Home to the headless ghost of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIIIs second queen.

Address:  , Blickling, Norfolk, NR11 6NF

Gardens

The Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden comprises 53 hectares (131 acres) of beautiful ancient woodland, water gardens and a private broad at South Walsham in the heart of the Norfolk Broads.

Address: School Road, South Walsham, Norfolk, NR13 6DZ

Gardens

One of the finest 17th-century country houses in East Anglia. Remarkable Stuart architecture and fine Georgian interior. Prolific library and Grand Tour collection. Stunning walled garden, orangery and orchards. Many trails to explore.

Address:  , Felbrigg, Norfolk, NR11 8PR

Gardens

Countryside walks and trails, gardens, rose and plant sales, hall tours, weddings, special events including music, drama, exhibitions, history and nature walks.

Address: Mannington Hall, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 7BB

Local Villages & Towns

The best of the Norfolk coast in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Looking for accommodation, a place to eat for a meal, a good pub, great walks, bird watching, sailing, kiting, watersports or just to relax, wed love to see you.

Address:  , Brancaster Staithe and Burnham Deepdale, Norfolk,

Local Villages & Towns

A guide to 12 great days out in the unique environment of the Norfolk Broads compiled by people who live there.

Address: c/o Clippesby Hall, The Broads, Norfolk, NR29 3BL

Local Villages & Towns

Norwich is ideal for a city break in the UK, with attractions such as Norwich Cathedral and Norwich Castle Museum.

Address: Assembly House, Theatre Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 1RQ

Museums & Heritage Centres

The Heritage centre offers visitors the chance to find out more about the history of Aylsham through themed displays. Entry is free, and the centre is open 10.30 - 3.30 every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Address: Market Place, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6EH

Stately Homes

Magnificent Jacobean house, garden and park. Famed for its long gallery, fine tapestries, paintings and rare books. Parkland and lakeside walks, with a sunken garden to discover. Home to the headless ghost of Anne Boleyn, Henry VIIIs second queen.

Address:  , Blickling, Norfolk, NR11 6NF

Stately Homes

One of the finest 17th-century country houses in East Anglia. Remarkable Stuart architecture and fine Georgian interior. Prolific library and Grand Tour collection. Stunning walled garden, orangery and orchards. Many trails to explore.

Address:  , Felbrigg, Norfolk, NR11 8PR

Stately Homes

Countryside walks and trails, gardens, rose and plant sales, hall tours, weddings, special events including music, drama, exhibitions, history and nature walks.

Address: Mannington Hall, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 7BB

Steam Trains

Opened in 1990, the Bure Valley Railway offers an 18 mile round trip through picturesque countryside which is as varied, interesting and beautiful as any to be found on a railway journey in England.

Address: Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW

Steam Trains

Whitwell Station & Railway was reopened in Feb 2009 50 years after closing, it has a Steam engine running on the 1st Sunday of each month we also have a Diesel engine. We have refreshments available, a shop and a Museum.

Address: Whitwell Road, Reepham, Norfolk, NR10 4JU

Theatres

Entertainment all year round. Shows, films, music, celebrity evenings, children’s events, workshops and exhibitions. Every summer there is a professional repertory season and in the winter a traditional family pantomime.

Address: 2 Station Road, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RE