Autumn in Norfolk is a great time for an impromptu getaway. Embrace the season, grab your wellies and check out our top ten reasons to check in to a Staycation Holidays Norfolk niche.

1 The beaches

The wide expanses of Norfolk beaches take on a different character in autumn as the pace slows down. There are lovely walks along the coast as the bustle of summer gives way to a gentle influx of walkers and kite-flyers, with the opportunity to spot seals

2 The walks

Autumn in Norfolk is a great time to put on your walking boots and discover the beautiful unspoilt countryside, waterways and coast. Explore Norfolk’s winding country lanes, perfect for walking and cycling. And as the county is pretty flat, they’re quite easy-going!

3 The wildlife

Autumn is the best time to see wildlife in Norfolk. Norfolk is the UK’s birdwatching capital. Between November and January is a great time to see the Grey seals and their pups at Blakeney Point.

4 The entertainment

From November you can see West End quality performers in the Thursford Christmas Spectacular. Set in the magical surroundings of mechanical organs and fairground carousels, with a cast of 130 professional singers, dancers and musicians. The 3 hour performance delivers an extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and variety, and is the largest Christmas Show in the country.

5 The beauty

Enjoy autumn in Norfolk’s top beauty spots, including Thetford Forest Park, walking on a cushion of pine needles while appreciating the riot of autumnal colour. Or head to Bacton Wood outside North Walsham, dating back to Anglo-Saxon times and offering fantastic autumnal colour with ancient Sessile oaks amongst more than 30 different species of trees. Last but not least, at Sheringham Park (The National Trust), you can wander through mature woodlands designed by Humphry Repton, and Foxley Wood is Norfolk’s largest ancient woodland.

6 Norwich

Spend a day or two in Norwich, with its superb shopping, Christmas markets and fabulous restaurants. With a heritage that is a delight to explore, take in its museums, the majestic Norman Cathedral and its grounds. Wander the medieval cobbled streets and explore Europe’s largest undercover market. Art lovers should also make their way to the Sainsbury Centre.

7 The heritage

Explore one of Norfolk’s fine stately homes, including The National Trust’s Felbrigg Hall, Blickling Hall and Oxburgh Hall. Indulge in heritage and history, and then take an autumn walk around the grounds.

8 The gillying

Autumn is still a good time to go crabbing (gillying as it’s often referred to in Norfolk) or rockpooling, providing the perfect excuse to coerce your family out from under their rock. Very little equipment is needed and there are great locations on the north Norfolk coast.

9 The mussels

Autumn is a great time of the year to eat mussels from off Norfolk’s north shores. According to the locals, the best ones come from Brancaster.

10 The family friendly attractions

Appealing to children in particular, BeWILDerwood, Wroxham Barns and Craft Centre, Dinosaur Adventure Park, Banham Zoo, and the seals at Blakeney provide plentiful autumn entertainment. Steam train enthusiasts will find the Poppyline Steam Railway and Bure Valley narrow gauge railway are worth a visit.

Where to stay

 
Why not take a well-earned break before the Christmas chaos? Take a look at our fabulous cosy Norfolk boltholes to guarantee a perfect autumn in Norfolk break.