06/03/2026
🌟 Best Family Attractions in Norfolk
🧗 1. BeWILDerwood Norfolk (Hoveton)
A huge outdoor adventure world with treehouses, zip wires, storytelling, den‑building, and marsh walks. Brilliant for ages 2–12
All outdoors, magical woodland setting
Consistently one of Norfolk’s most loved family days out
🦁 2. Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens (Great Yarmouth)
A compact but exciting wildlife park known for big cats, primates, crocodiles, and treetop walkways. Great for animal‑loving kids
Easy to explore in half a day
Elevated walkways give amazing views
🏰 3. Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery
A landmark Norman castle with hands‑on exhibits, archaeology, natural history, and family trails. Perfect for rainy days
Right in Norwich city centre
Educational but fun for all ages
🌳 4. Blickling Estate (National Trust)
A stunning Jacobean mansion with gardens, lakeside walks, cycle routes, and seasonal family trails. Ideal for relaxed outdoor days
Plenty of space for kids to run
Good mix of nature + history
🌿 5. Felbrigg Hall, Gardens & Estate (National Trust)
A beautiful historic house with woodland walks, a lake, wildlife, and picnic spots.
Lovely for families who enjoy nature
Easy circular walks for younger children
🚤 6. The Broads National Park
Norfolk’s famous waterways — perfect for boat trips, canoeing, wildlife spotting, and waterside walks. Great for all ages
Plenty of hire options around Wroxham
Relaxed, scenic, and very “Norfolk”
🐦 7. Pensthorpe Natural Park (Fakenham)
A huge nature reserve with interactive trails, eco‑play areas, bird hides, and beautiful gardens. Excellent for younger kids
Mix of indoor and outdoor play
Very accessible and well‑maintained
🧵 8. Fairhaven Woodland & Water Garden (South Walsham)
A peaceful woodland garden with boat trips (Apr–Oct), wildlife, and gentle trails.
Best for quieter family days
Pushchair‑friendly paths