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Visit North Walsham and discover the fascinating history behind this Norfolk market town. Take a leisurely walk around the town to absorb the wonderful relaxed atmosphere of this special part of the world, absorb the tales of years gone by in one of North Walsham’s historic buildings and uncover its world famous weaving roots.

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Like many of Norfolk’s market towns, North Walsham has a beautiful parish church. A mixture of architectures - including Medieval, Saxon and 19th Century - combine to make Saint Nicholas Parish Church an intriguing building. Open every day, visitors are welcome to explore the Church and the stewards will be more than happy to tell you some of the fascinating stories such as that behind the Tower Ruin, while there is also an audio trail on offer. The Market Cross is another interesting historic building going through many stages and changes – bought and sold by many, damaged by fire and turned into a time piece with the addition of a clock. For motorbike enthusiasts visit the Norfolk Motorcycle Museum to see an incredible collection dating back to the 1920s along with bicycles from the late 1800s and die cast toys.

Shopping in North Walsham

The main shopping in North Walsham is to be found around the Market Place where high street names mingle happily with independent local shops. Meander down the town’s narrow alleyways or ‘lokes’ to find hidden gems and be sure to pick up a free shoppers guide from the Griffon Area Partnership Office, behind the church. Every Thursday the Market Place takes on a whole new look as the weekly market takes over and locals sell a range of goods, while every second and fifth Saturday there is a farmers market. Only produce made or grown within a 30 mile radius can be sold here so everything is truly local. For something really different visit Cat Pottery – perfect for cat lovers! Hand crafted pottery cats of all breeds and sizes can be purchased, each one completely unique and definitely a place worth visiting.

Eating out in North Walsham

If in need of a break from shopping and sightseeing, North Walsham has a selection of tea rooms and coffee shops where you can enjoy some light bites for elevenses, lunch or maybe afternoon tea. There are also restaurants serving foods from all over the world, great for an evening meal out.

Explore North Walsham

North Walsham is in a great location, just 9 miles from the North Norfolk coast and 15 miles from the city of Norwich. A lovely way to explore this area is by train using the Bittern Line. With routes to Cromer on the coast and Wroxham at the heart of The Broads, the train is an easy and environmentally friendly way to get around. For walking enthusiasts North Walsham is part of two walking trails. Paston Way runs from North Walsham to the seaside town of Cromer and is part of Quiet Lanes – a scheme to make country lanes better for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Others may enjoy the more challenging Weavers Way, a long distance route covering 57 miles from Cromer to Great Yarmouth on the east coast. This route takes in North Walsham, other towns and two great National Trust properties, Blickling Hall and Felbrigg Hall.

Places to visit around North Walsham

Pop along to the Museum of the Broads at Stalham to find out the history behind this amazing landscape and see how people worked the land.

Visit the historic village of Worstead, famous for its weaving industry in the Middle Ages and see the wonderful Church of St Mary. Every year the village hosts the Worstead Festival, a popular event with over 150 craft and charity stalls, live music and heavy horse demonstrations

Accommodation around North Walsham

With so much on offer in and around North Walsham, make the most of your Norfolk holiday by staying in this historic and charming market town, in a Bed and Breakfast or holiday cottage.

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