North Norfolk
What’s on
What’s on in North Norfolk
Everything going on from food and drink fairs, wildlife excursions, park runs, craft markets, to tours and music festivals. For a list of places to visit at any time, take a look at Things to do.
The Simon & Garfunkel at Cromer Pier
25 March
The International Hit Show direct from a weeklong run in London’s West End at the Vaudeville Theatre, a SOLD-OUT Worldwide tour, and standing ovations at every performance.
The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back! featuring emotive projection photos and original film footage, the international hit show also features a full live band performing all the classic hits, including ‘Mrs Robinson’, ‘Cecilia’, ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’, ‘Homeward Bound’, and many more. An unmissable evening of incredible music.
Tractor Trailer Tour at Holkham
Various dates in March, April, May, July, August and September
Unlike the eighteenth-century Grand Tours of Europe undertaken by young aristocracy, the grand tour will travel to important historical and architectural buildings and structures that have shaped Holkham’s history. You’ll pass the Great Barn, home of the famous sheep shearings and the Obelisk sitting in perfect symmetry to The Monument. You will be told all about the crops they grow, the livestock they keep and the conservation work they undertake to preserve this unique landscape.
Felbrigg Hall Easter Adventure Trail
1 to 17 April
The daffodils will be carpeting Felbrigg yellow this April and the lambs will be gambolling in the fields, which means a visit to Felbrigg this Easter will certainly put a spring in your step. This year the trail takes you on an adventure around the whole outside of the Hall through different gardens and habitats as you try your hand at seed planting, building giant bird nests, hunting for bugs and trying a human agility course.
Standard parking charges apply plus £3 per trail, includes a chocolate Rainforest Alliance Easter egg. Make the most of your day and explore the inside Felbrigg Hall, one of the most elegant country houses in East Anglia.
Dippy's Egg-cellent Easter at ROARR!
1 to 17 April
Bring all the family along for a really egg-citing Easter at ROARR! in Lenwade. Join them from the 1st-17th April for a basket full of egg-traordinary Easter fun with activities, trails and crafts.
There is still lots of fun to be had even if the weather is bad at Dippy’s Splash Zone to undercover adventures in Dinomite Indoor Play.
Children under 90cm are free!
Blickling Easter Adventure Trail
1 to 17 April
Blickling’s breathtaking Jacobean mansion and ancient yew hedges sit at the heart of a magnificent garden and historic park in the beautiful Bure meadows. Treat your little ones and celebrate Easter with an adventure at Blickling Estate this spring. Make your way along the trail, finding activities for the whole family. Explore the garden with its beautiful displays of daffodils and notice the bluebells coming to life across the estate.
Normal admission plus £3 per trail, includes a tasty chocolate Rainforest Alliance Easter egg.
Sheringham Park Easter Adventure Trail
1 to 17 April
Wander through Sheringham Park and you’ll discover why it became the personal favourite of its 19th century designer, Humphry Repton. The undulating Easter trail will take you into the wilder areas of Sheringham Park. Explore the Park and look for the sights, sounds and smells of Spring. Each trail station will encourage you to connect with nature using your senses at this special time of the year.
Standard parking charges apply plus £3 per trail, includes a chocolate Rainforest Alliance Easter egg.
Painting in the Walled Garden, Holkham Estate
25 and 26 March
Spend two days in the glorious surroundings of the Walled Garden this springtime, where you’ll learn how to capture the essence of the season through paint.
No oil painting experience is required, just an open mind, flare for creativity and a passion for all things floral!
Little Vintage Lover Fair
14 May
Come and enjoy a day out at Mannington estate. A great opportunity to do some vintage shopping from over 40 quality stands, also local street food and on site tea rooms, classic cars and vintage music all set in the most beautiful surroundings of Mannington estate in North Norfolk.
Sunday Market, Holt
First Sundays of the month
The Holt Sunday Market is on from 10-3 on the first Sunday of the month from April to December.
It’s a chance to shop from a lineup of over 40 artisan makers and local creatives. Everything from small-batch artisan gin, ceramics, upcycled bags and jewellery brings its own energy and dynamism to the Market.
There’s also a tasty range of street food to sink your teeth into and live music.
(Note there is not a market on Sunday 5 June – It’s the community ‘Jubilee Big Lunch’).
North Norfolk Steam Train Railway, Sheringham
Daily throughout 2022
The North Norfolk Railway offers far more than just a train ride! Grab your tickets, watch the guard wave his green flag, listen for the sound of the whistle and a whoosh of steam as you set off on a timeless journey through some of Norfolk’s most stunning coastal scenery and beautiful countryside.
Lovingly-restored steam and heritage diesel trains transport passengers on an 11 mile return journey between the delightful Victorian resort of Sheringham and the smart Georgian town of Holt.
Deepdale Farm Guided Walk
First Thursday of the month
Join the guided walk around Deepdale Farm on the first Thursday of each month. The walk is about 5km, and stops will take place at various places to talk about the crops, hedges, stewardship schemes, wildlife, regenerative farming & agroecology practices. The walk will take you through woodland and there will also be amazing views. The walk will take you through areas of the farm that aren’t usually open to the public.
Places are limited, so please make sure you book ahead.
Holkham Park Run
Every Saturday morning at 9am
Come along and join many others to run or walk the 5k course in the beautiful grounds of Holkham Estate. This event is growing every month and visitors are always welcome. Other park runs take place nearby at Sheringham Park and Blickling Estate. A fabulous way to start your Saturday morning and then back to your cottage for a healthy breakfast.