Norwich, only a thirty minute drive offers all you would expect from a vibrant and energetic city whilst laying in the heart of rural East Anglia. It was the Anglo-Saxons who first made it their homes. From one of these settlements “Northwic” was born and later gave its name to the city. The settlement grew and became the largest walled town in medieval England. With the recent Riverside Development and Castle Mall, Norwich is enjoying once again prosperous times. Norwich boasts a magnificent Norman Cathedral founded as a Benedictine Priory in 1096, and now rests in the largest close in England. The Cathedral spire is the second tallest in England, and the monastic cloisters are the largest in the country. The ancient Norman Keep of Norwich Castle dominates the city below, Once a Royal palace, the Castle is now the centrepiece of a museum housing one of England’s finest regional collections of natural history, art and archaeology which intrigues and inspires visitors of all ages.

Norwich is also very proud of it's new shopping centre, Chapelfield. a great new shopping experience for East Anglia, right in the heart of Norwich. With over 80 shops, 40 of them completely new to Norwich, 17 tempting cafés and restaurants and the only House of Fraser in the region, Chapelfield is much more than just another shopping centre. It is a place to shop, a place to dine, and a place to meet. Most of all it is a place to enjoy. Inspired by the surrounding architecture, both old and new, Chapelfield offers a stylish and contemporary environment which will integrate with the wider cultural quarter of the Forum, the Theatre Royal and the Assembly House providing the retail heart to a vibrant new area. Conveniently located adjacent to Norwich's new bus station, which links with the six Park & Ride schemes, and offering around 1,000 car park spaces Chapelfield could not be more accessible.

The recent investment and development in Norwich has all contributed to making it one of the most beautiful and vibrant cities in the country and when visiting Norfolk you would certainly be foolish not to spend a day there.

For more extensive information why not browse the website detailing more of Norwich's attractions. Visiting Norwich Information.

The Seaside town of Great Yarmouth is destination for many thousands of tourists each year and offers its own unique charm. It is found by turning out from the Hotel and following the road for twenty minutes. Simple and convenient. The town boasts Britannia Pier built in 1858 and now also plays host to some exceptional seaside shows & spectaculars whilst providing a wonderful view of the beach! The “golden strip” contains amusements, an indoor swimming and leisure centre and the Edwardian “Hippodrome” circus. An attraction that never fails to appeal to both the old as well as the young. Shopping in Yarmouth is diverse and contains all the main high street names plus a whole host of small bazaars, novelty and craft markets.

Further information is available from the visiting Great Yarmouth website.

Should you take the road in the opposite direction from the Hotel you will soon find yourself in the market town of North Walsham. The town college, “Paston College” is proud to have educated Lord Horatio Nelson and a visit on a Thursday will also lead you to discover the Town’s weekly market. The town church despite losing half her tower to a German bomb in the second world war, remains and commands over the town and is well worth a visit. Also here you will find bowls, squash and swimming facilities for those wishing to exert themselves and for those taking it a little easier a Library and Public Park. North Norfolk contains a great many towns and villages revealing some fascinating history. There is further information on our “Historical Treasures & Highlights” page.