2021 Tour code: NKB21
About the tour
Discover timeless seaside towns, nostalgic steam trains and historic stately homes on this delightful holiday. Explore the pretty waterways of the Norfolk Broads and tour the picturesque city of Norwich, dominated by its two ancient cathedrals.
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Our holiday begins in Hethersett, at the beautiful Park Farm Hotel. This afternoon we take the coach to Norwich for a guided walking tour of Norwich's Old Town, including an absorbing history of the city over the centuries. The city has a fascinating heritage, with over 1,500 historic buildings, two cathedrals and a Norman Castle. Norwich has stood the test of time since the Norman Conquest in 1066, and was once the largest town in England. We also see charming Elm Hill, a historic cobbled street with buildings dating back to the Tudor period.
Along the way, we notice the old traditional markets that are still in use today. The town also offers a mixture of museums and galleries such as the Bridewell Museum, devoted to local trade, and the Castle Museum, exhibiting different periods in Norwich's trading industry such as tools, pottery and even luxury items.
In the 13th century, a bank and ditch were constructed as a defence mechanism, forming what is now the River Wensum. As additional defence, 12 city gates were constructed between 1293 and 1334 on the bank of the river. The gates allowed for orderly access into the city, and facilitated toll collections as well as protecting those inside from intruders by use of catapults. The gates, however, were damaged in Kett's Rebellion of 1549.
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3.9 / 5 · 31 reviews
W of London
Submitted 3/Jul
I haven't been on a UK holiday for years so not sure what to expect. The food was very good quality, if a bit traditional and my hotel room was very large and one of the best I've ever had. Breakfasts were chaotic but ok as staff were very nice. I'm glad there weren't a lot of train trips despite the company name. Some things couldn't be helped - bad weather and covid restrictions.
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hazel
Submitted 2/Jul
As days out returned after 6pm it was rush to have dinner at 7pm.
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J Pye
Submitted 2/Jul
Hotel Room and Food were brilliant. Service was terrible. We were allocated the wrong room and had to move twice. Format of the tour was not right and afforded very little relaxation time
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Mrs N Legg
Submitted 2/Jul
Comfortable Hotel and value for money holiday
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E.Thompson
Submitted 2/Jul
Hotel provided lovely bedrooms and food. However a late check in (due to Covid cleaning) made the walking tour of Norwich a rush with no time to unpack and dinner followed immediately on our return. Monday activities very good. Sandringham lovely. Wednesday’s train rides good but the uncomfortable cruise on the Broads was a waste of time. Jackie, our tour manager, was pleasant and helpful.
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Mr C Dale
Submitted 2/Jul
Covidrestrictions made it difficult at times otherwise good . Guide good hotel and food excellent so all in all fine .
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