Places to visit in Norfolk
Norfolk is home to quaint villages, market towns, seaside retreats, and a procession of unique beauty spots that make the county a holiday maker’s dream. Take a browse of these Haven-approved destinations to get you excited about visiting East Anglia.
There are so many brilliant places to visit in Norfolk, from adventure playgrounds to seaside resorts, unspoilt beaches and the wetlands of the Norfolk Broads, there are plenty of places to take in that breath of fresh air on an adventure with the family. The county is also home to four Haven sites so whichever destination you choose to visit from this list, you’ll never be far from one of the best holiday parks in Norfolk.
1. Great Yarmouth, Norfolk
Great Yarmouth isn’t just East Anglia’s finest resort town, it’s also the gateway to the magical Norfolk Broads. As the UK's largest nationally protected wetland and an important area for wildlife, the Broads are an area of peace and tranquillity. That’s not to say there isn’t plenty of entertainment at hand- visitors can try an abundance of water sports. Fishing, sailing, boating and canoeing are all possibilities here.
The town itself has a fascinating maritime heritage and is a port that was once the hub of the herring industry. The famed ‘Golden Mile’ is a paradise for lovers of all things seaside with venues lining the promenade. Adventure golf, rides on giant snails and even rollercoasters are just some of things to do, while the alluring smells of fresh doughnuts and fish and chips waft through the air. With several of the best holiday parks in Norfolk on its doorstep, Great Yarmouth is one of the greatest Haven-approved destinations.
2. Cromer, Norfolk
Cromer is one of the most popular seaside destinations in the UK and has plenty to keep all ages entertained. It’s so much more than just fish and chips and a sandy beach. The quintessentially Victorian destination is also full of history and beautiful architecture and plays a vitally important role in the local fishing industry.
Visit the impeccably preserved pier, take in the views from the tallest church tower in Norfolk and enjoy the sublime Blue Flag beach. You can also browse a host of independent shops, museums and a fun fair on the promenade during the summer months which is especially fun for the kids. Speaking of children, nothing will stick in the memory like the favourite childhood activity of crabbing off the end of the pier - something this writer remembers fondly.
3. Norwich, Norfolk
The delightful county town of Norwich fuses the modern and historic to create the perfect recipe for a day out. You can wander the ancient, cobbled streets which are home to over 1,500 historic buildings and 33 medieval churches all housed within the spectacular city walls. With all this to take in, it's no wonder Norwich was the first city in the UK to ban traffic from its main shopping street.
Make sure not to miss the 1,000-year-old cathedral that boasts the second tallest spire in the country, the Victorian Royal Arcade, the bustling market, picturesque Elm Hill and the magnificent castle, all highlights of this fascinating city.
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Pre-owned holiday homes from £14,995 – UPDATED 31 JULY 2024 *Holiday home price is based on a pre-owned holiday home and includes siting, connections and standard accessories.
Price excludes 2024 site fees, running costs and add-ons requested at point of sale. Subject to status and availability.
As at 31 July 2024, price is available at Blue Dolphin, Caister, Cleethorpes Beach, Combe Haven, Craig Tara, Far Grange, Greenacres, Golden Sands, Haggeston, Orchards, Quay West, Skegness and Wild Duck.
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Price excludes 2024 site fees, running costs and add-ons requested at point of sale. Subject to status and availability.
As at 29 August 2024, price is available at selected parks Blue Dolphin, Craig Tara, Cleethorpes Beach, Caister, Combe Haven, Far Grange, Greenacres, Golden Sands, Haggerston, Orchards, and Quay West. Price can be withdrawn at any time.
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Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL. We may receive commission from the finance provider if you enter into an agreement with them.
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Offer is applicable to new customer purchases made through Haven from 19 April 2024, completing by 31 December 2024.
Offer excludes part-exchanges or private sales. Available on new & pre-owned holiday homes at the following selected parks only: Kent Coast, Burnham-on-Sea, Cleethorpes Beach, Craig Tara, Far Grange, Golden Sands, Haggerston Castle, Hopton, Orchards, Skegness and Wild Duck.
A credit equivalent to the value of your site fees due during the 2024 season will be applied to your account balance on completion of your purchase for use against your running costs e.g. utilities, after-sale add-ons e.g storage boxes or site fees. It cannot be applied to your purchase or refunded in cash.
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Offer cannot be combined with any other offer, discount, or promotion. Offer may be withdrawn or changed at any time without notice. Full site fees will be payable for subsequent years.
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Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL. We may receive commission from the finance provider if you enter into an agreement with them.
Let2offset - make no site fee payments until 2031
Let2offset is a contractual lettings product that offers eligible owners a guaranteed letting income at a preferential rate (calculated each year) in exchange for a stipulated number of letting breaks. It also allows eligible owners to pay their site fees and receive their letting income in 12 equal monthly instalments; the monthly site fee amount charged by Haven will be after deduction of the letting income.
‘Make no site fee payments when using Let2offset until 2031’ is available at 33 Haven parks excluding Burnham, Cardigan View, Far Grange, Garreg Wen, Lydstep Beach, Riviere Sands and Seaview. The letting income received will vary by make, model and location. The monthly site fee payment does not include running costs e.g. utilities, rates & insurance.
“Make no site fee payments when using Let2offset until 2031” is applicable to new and existing customer purchases of new Atlas Sahara 3 Bed or equivalent or superior grade holiday home purchases made through Haven where customers have also signed up to Haven’s Let2offset contract. It is not applicable to private sales and cannot be used in conjunction with our free Site Fee promotion. It is available across 40% of eligible Parks and applies when letting a new Atlas Sahara 3 Bed holiday home (or equivalent or superior grade for 15 weeks.
An example of how “Make no site fee payments when using Let2offset until 2031” operates under Let2offset is the purchase of an Atlas Sahara 3 Bed holiday home at Primrose Valley with a monthly site fee of £585.00 (includes purchasing discount of £45) and monthly letting income of £803.67. The monthly difference equates to £218.67, which will be credited to the owner's account. Both letting income and site fees are subject to yearly pricing reviews and the monthly site fee costs and letting income shown in the example are based on 2024 figures.
Modelled assumptions on expected annual site fee and letting income charges over the 7-year lettable life of the Atlas Sahara 3 Bed indicate that under Let2offset it is anticipated that these customers will continue to receive a monthly credit during this period, however, this is not guaranteed. The modelled assumptions are based on the historical performance of Haven over the past 5 years of trading.
Images are shown for representational purposes. Access to holiday home is subject to park opening times.
Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL. We may receive commission from the finance provider if you enter into an agreement with them.