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You can literally gaze out over miles and miles of countryside in Norfolk. Our gentle landscape rolls out as far as the eye can see with rolling farmland punctuated by the odd church spire or windmill. Rows of twisted Scots pines are silhouetted across acres of ancient heathland. Vast waterways and meandering rivers glisten in the afternoon sun.

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Norfolk’s landscape is very diverse. From historic heathland and ancient grassland, to wetland, farmland, marshland, mudflats and reedbeds. All this countryside provides the perfect habitat for a wide variety of bird, animal and plant life. Birdwatching is popular here, as is walking, cycling and horseriding because of the quiet country roads and undulating landscape. No hard hills here for you to contend with!

Norfolk is simply a place to get out and explore. Pull on your walking boots and tramp along our ancient paths and long distance trails, or hop onto a horse and enjoy trekking along miles of bridleways through unspoilt countryside.

Passing through winding country lanes you’ll find colourful patchwork fields, poppies, wild flowers, berries and hedgerows - but the best thing you’ll discover is the feeling of space.

And we’ve got acres and acres of woodland. From ancient coppices with carpets of bluebells, to the vast Thetford Forest, the largest lowland pine forest in Britain, with pines, heathland and broadleaved trees. Head to the High Lodge Visitor Centre to follow waymarked trails, browse the shop or have a bite to eat. You could even try the high ropes adventure course if you’re feeling brave!

If you want to get close to nature, visit some of Norfolk’s countryside attractions. Spend a peaceful afternoon amongst our nature reserves looking out for rare flowers, birds and butterflies. Or have a cuddle with the animals at one of our domestic farmyards or horse rescue centres.

But when you’re feeling tired, head for the beautiful Norfolk Lavender centre at Heacham for a welcome cup of tea. Breathe in those hazy purple fields with their distinctive fragrance, feel yourself relax and let Norfolk’s countryside calm you.

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