North Norfolk

Properties and events in North Norfolk

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A photographic exhibition to celebrate the architecture of George Skipper and A.F. Scott in Cromer

Cromer Museum, 4, Tucker Street, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HB
In person
Pre-booking not required

Architectural photographer Robert Bilbie showcases his work of two architects, George Skipper (1856-1948) and A.F. Scott (1854-1936) who have left a legacy of prominent buildings in Cromer

A.F. Scott the individualist & his architecture: Cromer Museum

Cromer Museum, Tucker Street, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HB
In person
Pre-booking required

Architect A.F. Scott (1854-1936) designed from the traditional to reinforced concrete. His great-granddaughter tells how his religious beliefs, independent travels & fantastic knowledge of structural engineering informed his work in Cromer & beyond

An Audience With The Crew

Lifeboat Station, Cart Gap Road, Happisburgh, Norwich, Norfolk, NR12 0QL
In person
Pre-booking required

A HODS Only event to meet the Happisburgh Lifeboat crew. Understand the development of the Lifeboat Service in Happisburgh, looking in detail at some of the rescues carried out from our station.

Beyond the Ruins - The Architecture of St Benet's Abbey

Ludham Bridge (layby near the toilets), Ludham, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR29 5NX
In person
Pre-booking required

Starting at Ludham Bridge, walk along the River Ant towards the remains of St Benet's Abbey. On route learn about the wildlife and then hear about the architectural history of the St Benet's area.

Cromer Museum

Cromer Museum, East Cottages, Tucker Street, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HB
In person
Pre-booking not required

A great chance to explore Cromer Museum for free as part of Heritage Open Days 2025.

Cromer Pier & Pavilion Theatre - Backstage Tours

The Pier, Promenade, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HE
In person
Pre-booking required

Cromer Pier will offer exclusive backstage tours of the Pavilion Theatre. Guided by staff, small groups can explore refurbished dressing rooms and discover the theatre’s rich history, with a rare behind-the-scenes look at The Cromer Pier Show 2025.

Cromer Pier & Pavilion Theatre - Open Doors

The Pier, Promenade, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HE
In person
Pre-booking not required

Celebrate Cromer Pier’s heritage with live music from the Cromer & Sheringham Brass Band (1–3pm) and a special short documentary in the Pavilion Theatre (10am–3pm), created for Heritage Open Days and narrated by Norfolk’s own Olly Day.

Cromer Signal Box

North Norfolk Retail Park, Holt Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9ST
In person
Pre-booking not required

A signal box where visitors can operate levers and see signals and points work.

East Anglia Methodist Heritage Centre Open Day

Buddells Lane, Wighton, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1PG
In person
Pre-booking not required

The East Anglia Methodist Heritage Centre (at Wighton) Open Day gives the chance to learn about the history and impact of the Methodist Church in East Anglia with short talks throughout the day. The event includes a 30 minute Hymn sing-a-long.

Edwardian Pleasure Wherry Hathor at How Hill House, Ludham

How Hill Trust, How Hill House, How Hill Road, Ludham, Norfolk, NR29 5PG
In person
Pre-booking not required

Step aboard a famous Norfolk Pleasure Wherry, built in 1905, learn about her Egyptian themed interior and experience the plush surroundings enjoyed by a wealthy Edwardian family sailing on the Broads at the beginning of the 20th Century.

Felbrigg Hall Walled Garden Open Day

Felbrigg Hall, Felbrigg, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 8PR
In person
Pre-booking not required

Visit Felbrigg Hall's beautiful Walled Garden on this open day. A delightful garden with double flower borders, vegetable beds, trained fruit trees and an octagonal dovecote.

Felbrigg Walled Garden Tour

Felbrigg Hall, Felbrigg, Norwich, Norfolk, NR11 8PR
In person
Pre-booking required

Join our knowledgeable tour guide as she walks you around the gardens at Felbrigg Hall.

From Sewers to Seaside Splendour

Cromer Museum, 4, Tucker Street, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HB
In person
Pre-booking required

Cromer surveyor and architect A.F. Scott, (1854-1936) left a legacy of hotels, houses, shops, public works & churches. Hear fascinating stories, explore his architectural styles on a walk with his great granddaughter, holder of the Scott archive.

George Skipper in Cromer

Meet outside Cromer Museum, Church Street, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 9HB
In person
Pre-booking required

This walking tour led by Paul Dickson explores Norfolk architect George Skipper's (1856-1948) Victorian/Edwardian legacy in Cromer. The tour lasts approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.

Holkham Estate Temple

Holkham Estate Office, Holkham Estate, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1AB
In person
Pre-booking not required

Within Holkham Park, nestled in a woodland is a hidden Temple. Join us to sneak a peek inside!

Museum of the Broads

Museum of the Broads, The Poor's Staithe, Stalham, Norwich, Norfolk, NR12 9DA
In person
Pre-booking not required

Visit the Museum of the Broads for free to discover the history and heritage of the Broads! See our new displays for 2025 and take a tour or follow a fun trail. Shop and small cafe. Picnic by the river. Boat trips available (at an extra charge).

Reconstruct the Ruins - St Benet's Abbey

St. Benets Abbey, St Benet's Road Off Hall Common Road, Ludham, Norfolk, NR29 5Nu
In person
Pre-booking not required

Norfolk's Icon of the Broads, and the architecture on this site is absolutely unique. Do come and visit to see this unique spectacle, hear the stories and enjoy some crafts and trails. Follow up with a visit to St Catherine's Church Ludham.

RNLI Happisburgh Lifeboat Station Tour

Lifeboat Station, Cart Gap Road, Happisburgh, Norwich, Norfolk, NR12 0QL
In person
Pre-booking required

Guided tours to areas of Happisburgh Lifeboat Station not normally open to the public and meet some of the crew. Public training sessions not normally available to general public An Audience With The Crew is a HODS only event

Sheringham Masonic Centre

The Masonic Centre, 36 Cromer Road, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RR
In person
Pre-booking not required

The building originally started out as the towns' first Electric Cinema, a roller skating rink, a casino, a shoe factory, and now houses several Masonic Lodges.

Sheringham Park – Tumuli Walk

National Trust, Wood Farm, Lodge Hill, Upper Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8TL
In person
Pre-booking required

Join our Assistant Ranger Rupert Eris as he takes you on a guided walk to Howe’s Hill, Tumuli, a Neolithic oval barrow with a bronze age round barrow on top.