I atended a wedding here in October and what a stunning place. Along with a spacious hall, with…read morebeams and original dragon features, it also contains lots of interesting information and history of the place. As a venue for events, it has a lovely outside courtyard, perfect for warm evenings and photos opportunities. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly, and the layout of the facilities were excellent. One major memory that has to be mentioned are the super strength hand driers in the toilets!!

I really enjoyed a Birthday Party here in 2007, amongst the ancient beams and history. A really…read moremellow place to eat drink and be merry and to soak up 1,000 years of Norwich life.

This is a fantastic place for a good norfolk country walk, could walk for miles in the countryside,…read morethe castle itself is a great find and a great part of english Heritage. Unfortunatly we went many years ago, so I can't be more informative, but this place sticks in my mind wandering about the castle because it was so pretty to view and full of history

An amazing place to visit. Wear the headphones and be given the history behind this amazing place.read more

There is plenty to see and do at Languard fort. The whole place is open to visitors (if I remember…read morecorrectly) and you can look out over the sea from the high walls, you can climb to the top of the high walls. There are dedicated rooms where you can learn about the communications that were used back when the fort was in use. There are also guns, cannons and tin hats that no one seems to mind you touching and playing with. The fort itself is a really impressive building, and the history behind it is fascinating - it is probably worthwhile bringing children here to explore but adults will also enjoy it!

Oxburgh Hall is a place that shouldn't be missed when visiting the area. It sits within a moat and…read moreis a great example of English brick gatehouses of the 15th century. It was originally built circa 1482 by Sir Edmund Bedingfeld and has been continuously occupied by the family ever since. There have been several upgrades as well over the years...centuries. There are Victorian additions that were added later in the 1800's like the terracotta chimneys and windows along with amazing gardens to name a few. It has always been used as a home, and not a fortress. The home has seen the War of the Roses, survived a fire and near demolition prospects and still stands. It is truly an amazing place to visit and I'm happy it's under the care of the National Trust. The hall is known for its "Priest hole". In the event of a raid a priest could hide in the wall and couldn't be found. This is open to the public, whereas most like it are closed. That makes this is a fantastic historical opportunity alone. I must say, it is a little unsettling to go into the hole and you definitely get the idea of how the priest must have felt. The home is also known for the needlework on display by Mary, Queen of Scots while imprisoned in England and Bess of Hardwick. You can also tour the Kings Room where King Henri VIII stayed when visiting. Photos are not allowed inside...darn it, but you are welcome to take pictures of the grounds and such. You can obtain books and postcards in the gift shop. This review was overdue and I simply can't believe that I didn't finish it. But I'm even more surprised that no one else has reviewed this place when it is so extraordinary. It shouldn't be missed if you are in the area. If you are a history buff like us, then you'll truly enjoy it. Gee Whiz info...the name is pronounced: "OX bru" Note: I also recommend becoming a member of the National Trust. They do great things and keep history alive. Whether you are from or live in the UK or just visiting from outside the country...it's well worth it and goes to a great cause...it's a win/win for all!

Elm Hill is a great place to wander around wasting time. A…read morefew years ago I had been in the church crypt here, with friends, having coffee and wandered off to look in the fantasy bookshop. The area is medieval, pretty and quaint with little courtyards off it. Antique shops, craft and book shops etc. I wandered down a coutyard and there was a taxidermists shop. The door was open so I went in and looked around..no-one came and I left. Back with my friends we got a taxi back to the uni and they told me there was no taxidermists???? Some time later I saw a book in a shop in Lincoln called Shadows in the Watchgate by Mike Jeffries. It was a spooky scary fantasy set in Elm Hill and with an evil taxidermist who lived there. I had a bit of a panic..my friends said there was no taxidermist soanyway eventually my cousin told me there was and she knew him. PHEW! Elm Hill was also converted into the village of Wall and the bookshop became the pub in Neil Gaimans film Stardust. Enchanting place and on a warm summer day explore..sit under the trees and dream. (read the book and see the film too) :0)))

Somewhere you will find in all the guide books, take yourself off the beaten track and visit old…read moreNorwich. The cobbles of Elm hill with their range of antique shops, galleries, and specialist shops are legendary. At the top you will find the Britons Arms, one of the oldest coffee shops in the city, and you may not know that the street was used in the film Stardust. Take time to browse, and investigate the little courtyards that lead off - including a lovely quaint tea shop tucked away - Elm Hill's fab secret! Elm Hill was named after the beautiful Elm Trees, sadly they suffered from Dutch Elm disease in the 1970s but Elm Hill lives on and no visit to Norwich should be complete without it.

Beautiful old buiding which has been lovingly restored. We attended a wedding there which was only…read moresmall and we were concerned it we be too big but they had a lovely room just the right size. The gardens were stunning which made great photographs. Not been on an open day but understand it's well worth a visit.

A beautiful destination on a sunny day!…read more This castle and gardens are quite a sight. Several floors are available to wander through at your leisure including rooms furnished with tables, chairs and props to give an idea of life in the castle. After you've had your fill of admiring the architecture, make your way around the grounds and see a variety of unusual foliage. Definitely a place I'll visit again through the seasons!

Was spending a lazy Sunday driving around the country side with my cousin. She suggested we visit…read morethe castle as it was one of two weekend they have the snow drop festival. The grounds of the castle are lovely and we had a nice stroll looking at the snow drops. The castle itself was very informative and learnt a lot about the lifestyle during the time it was built. I really liked they had a small cafe on the entry level. They also have outdoor sitting for picnics in the warmer season. A little disappointed that the basement level was under renovation. Snow drop festival was a nice touch and happy that we made the last weekend of the season. Map and information brochure provided on arrival also mentioned other event such as jousting tournaments and festivals throughout the year. The place is dog friendly.

Stuck out in the middle of nowhere on the A11 between Newmarket and Thetford is a massive spire, a…read more30 meter (110 feet) tall memorial dedicated to those from the vicinity that lost their lives during The Great War (i.e., World War One).

As a little girl I spent many a Saturday or Sunday afternoon at Pulls Ferry with my Mum and Dad…read morecatching tiddlers in a jam jar and having a picnic tea. Pulls Ferry is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Norwich, and is featured in almost every guide book you will read, so has to be worth a look! Forming part of the riverside walk which incorporates the Cathedral close, Pulls Ferry is at its best when the sun is shining. Personally I like it on a crisp winters day with the low sun - there is something hauntingly beautiful about it. If you are any good at photography or painting (of which I am good at neither!) then it is well worth having your kit with you when you visit - you will find it hard to resist.

Pulls Ferry is one of the oldest places in Norwich and you will find it on many postcards and in…read morelots of guide books so it really is worth visiting. It is part of the riverside walk along the River Wensum near to the Cathedral and the Great Hospital, both of which are worth visiting along the way. Pulls Ferry is beautiful and peaceful. The swans on the river add to the lovely feel of this place. In the summer it is really nice to take a picnic and a blanket and just laze about by the river, watching the boats go up and down.