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Kids and Family

There are many great things to do in west Norfolk for all the family, from the babies right up to the great-grandparents, there’s something for everybody. Find fun kids’ activities, visit family attractions and lay on the treats at child-friendly restaurants. Make sure you book tickets in advance.

Visit west Norfolk where the countryside meets the coast and culture abounds. Get back to nature and spend some time in the quiet but delicious countryside market town of Downham Market, brimming with independent cafes and eateries. Enjoy the sand and sea along the coastline in the playground of west Norfolk, Hunstanton. If you prefer peace, quiet and local atmosphere then the villages around west Norfolk are a must visit. For culture and history step into the Hanseatic town of King’s Lynn, with ineractive museums, regular events, shops, and plenty for the children to do.

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Accommodation

Hotels, award winning holiday parks, campsite, and family-friendly bed & breakfasts.
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Things To Do

Come rain or shine west Norfolk has a whole host of activities for all the family.
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Food and Drink

Fabulous desserts, family friendly pubs and restaurants. There’s something for everyone.
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What’s On

Festivals throughout the summer, children’s events, and activities.
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Springtime in Rural West Norfolk

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Things To Do with Kids

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Play Parks

West Norfolk is home to some amazing play areas and the local communities have actively worked hard to update them and create spaces that kids and families love. The Howdale in Downham Market on Howdale Road and Hunstanton next to the beach cafe are just two of these fabulous play areas that kids of all ages will enjoy.
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Museums

There’s no shortage of museums in King’s Lynn and west Norfolk catering to a range of different subjects. True’s Yard, Lynn Museum, and Discover Downham to name a few.
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Soft Play & Funfair

Come rain or shine soft play centres are a great way for kids to blow off some steam whilst parent’s either sit back and have a coffee or get involved too. In west Norfolk we’re lucky to have four soft play centres.
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Farm & Wildlife Parks

Get close to nature at church farm rare breeds centre or Snettisham farm park. Go on safari at Watatunga wildlife reserve.
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Accommodation

Whatever the type of accommodation in west Norfolk you are looking for, we have a great deal to offer you – from country house hotels to seafront guesthouses, converted barns to farmhouses – you’ll find a great range of places to stay in the region to suit all tastes and budgets.
Activities
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Events

Discover the huge range of events going on all year in west Norfolk. Whatever your interest there is something happening in the area to suit you.
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Getting to west Norfolk

west Norfolk is easily accessible from anywhere in the world with fantastic rail links from London and major airports, along with a diverse network of bus routes and roads.
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