Norwich - Surroundings

The surrounding area of Norwich includes the Norfolk Broads, a fascinating nature reserve.

Must-see attractions nearby:

Norwich Cathedral

Castle Museum

Royal Norfolk Regimental Museum

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Read More Thetford, England

(Near Norwich)

Thetford (pop. 19,591) is a trade center located 27mi/43km southwest of Norwich. Thetford Forest is an ideal base for exploring, walking, and cycling. The highest Norman motte in England is located southeast of the centre of Thetford.

Diss - Bressingham Steam Museum and Gardens

(Near Norwich)

At the Bressingham Steam Museum visitors can see Alan Bloom's collection of steam locomotives and traction engines and the world famous Dell Garden. the locomotives include the Royal Scot, which toured the USA and Canada, and Oliver Cromwell, the last British Rail steam locomotive in passenger use. there are extensive railways, with over 5 miles of track, and locomotives and trains in three different narrow gauges and in UK standard gauge.

There is a museum of railway memorabilia, an extensive fire engine collection and, as a centre-piece to the whole site, a Victorian Steam carousel with steam driven organ.

The Dell Garden is based on a five-acre site and pioneered the concept of 'island flowerbeds'. there are over 5000 different species of perennials and alpine plants.

Address: Bressingham Steam Museum, Diss, Bressingham IP22 2AB, England

Hours:

April 1 to October 31: 10:30am-5:30pm

Tips: Group discount (12+): 20%.

Parking: Free

Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.

Facilities: Gift shop, Restaurant or food service, Wheelchair loan or rental

Diss

(Near Norwich)

Diss (pop. 5,400) is a small town located 2.5 miles west of Scole. Diss has several historic buildings and a museum. There is the 14th century church, St. Mary The Virgin and the 16th century Dolphin House.

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