Top 9 Days Out In Norfolk To
Keep The Kids Happy by Norfolk Cottages
If you
are planning to visit Norfolk (UK) with your kids for the holidays there
are plenty of things to do, no matter the weather. We have complied the
top 9 attractions, some are free and some you'll need to pay for. Enjoy
your holidays!
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1. Bewilderwood
Norfolk's
newest attraction is being hailed the best in the region. Although it
doesnt take a whole day it is fun especially for younger kids. Walk
through the trees houses, have a go on the zip wires, use the slides
and get involved in the interactive activities such as den building.
Watch out for the crocabog on the boat ride! Allow about 2/3 hours to
visit Bewilderwood which is more like an unusual adventure play ground
rather than a theme park.
 2. Banham
Zoo
A
good day out with lots of different animals to see. Banham claim there
is 1000 different animals in 35 acres of parkland. All the animals
appear to be well looked after. You can buy a combined ticket for this
Zoo and Africa Alive. Highlights include the Tigers, leopards,
kangaroos, Lemurs, monkeys, tamarins and don't miss the large bird
show.
3. Norwich
Castle Museum
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The
Medieval castle has been converted into a Museum is a good day out for
older kids that are interested in history. Located in the centre of
Norwich the closest parking is in the Castle Mall. Special tours include
the Battlements Tours and the Dungeons Tours. Also check out the
Temporary Exhibitions.
4. Sea
Life Centre Great Yarmouth
Takes
about an hour to see the sharks, rays, fish, sea horses and more. A good
option for a rainy day. Also features a small hands on display for kids.
It is located on the sea front in Great Yarmouth.
5. Fossil
Hunting East Runton Beach
A free
activity, at the near site of one of most important finds, the "West
Runton Elephant". On the beach its easy to find Belemnites, and with
some luck you might find some more!
6. Dinosaur
Adventure Park
Walk
through the Dinosaur woods and see the full scale models. Also includes a
petting zoo, interactive activities and adventure playground.
7. Pleasurewood
Hills
Ride
roller coasters and other thrill rides at East Anglias leading theme
park. This is actually just outside Norfolk. The new 120 ft roller
coaster wipeout is proving a hit. Opens at 10am.
8. Africa
Alive
Located
just south of Lowestsoft in Kesingland Africa Alive is an outdoor safari
park with a good selection of well kept animals. Highlights include
Falconry display; Road train tour; Rhinos; Gira. Max Entry Prices: Adult
£12.50, Child £8.50,
9. Inspire
Discovery Centre
Based
in an old Medieval Church in Norwich the Inpsire centre is a fully hand
on Museum offering fun for adults and kids alike. Being indoors the it
makes a good option for rainy days. There are thirty interactive
activities based on five themes. Each activity is designed to be fun and
challenges whilst educational. Open 10-5 Monday to Friday and 11-5
Saturday and Sunday. Entry Prices:
Adults
£4.50, Children £4.00, Saver ticket (2 adults, 2 children) £13.00
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and information on holiday cottages in the region. Need more ideas? Check
out our website at www.norfolkcottagesonline.co.uk for 100's more ideas
of things to do whilst on holiday in Norfolk. We cover information on the
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