•   We just completed our third stay at 61 on Folly. Once again it was wonderful. Erna and family are very inviting and everything is taken care of. ... read more

    G A
    10/13/2019
  •   Such a lovely, quiet beautiful room, with little touches to make our stay so special. Erna communicated well and made sure that we had all we needed for our long... read more

    vickyc585
    11/05/2020
  •   We spent three nights at 61 on Folly and were very pleased with our accommodation, it was very clean, comfortable bedroom and spacious lounge. The breakfast items we had selected... read more

    Irelandsinthesun
    6/27/2021
  •   This is the second time we have stayed at 61 on Folly when visiting our family and we shall be here again in August. Erna has always made us most... read more

    PennyP1269
    6/03/2021
  •   We stayed at 61 on Folly for 3 nights, 19th - 21st September, for a much needed break and we were not disappointed, it was lovely. The... read more

    Marjie C
    9/27/2020
  •   We stayed for just one night but will definitely return. Our party included myself, my husband and our 2 children (15 & 12). Erna is just wonderful, before, during and... read more

    Bclj
    9/01/2020

FOR THE

Adrenaline Junkies

Lotus Driving Academy (4 miles)

Based at the Lotus Cars Factory, they provide Lotus driving experiences and tuition, factory tours, track days and corporate entertainment

Norfolk Snowsports (11.8 miles)

A fantastic facility! – Norfolk Snowsports Club (previously Norfolk Ski Club), founded in 1972 and now one of the largest member run ski and snowboard clubs in the country. – The club provides an extensive range of skiing and snowboarding lessons and sessions for all disciplines and ability levels, as well as open practice sessions for members to develop their skills. – Well worth a visit whilst you are here!

FOR THE

Culture Vultures

Norwich Theatre Royal (4 mi)

  • Excellent Theatre playing host to plays, stand up comedies, musicals and
  • bands with national and international stars

Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts (2 mi)

“… an inspirational public art museum…..”

Norwich Cathedral (4 mi)

Norwich Castle (4 mi)

Well worth a visit!

Norfolk Records Office (16 miles)

For those interested in tracing their family history

The Norfolk Broads (25.5 miles)

Sometimes known as ‘Britain’s Magical Waterland’, The Broads offer the mystic beauty of the rivers, with the fun and adventure that the whole family can enjoy, walking, cycling, boating and exploring Norfolk and Suffolk countryside and beautiful landscapes.

Blickling Hall (National Trust) (22.2 miles)

Magnificent Jacobean house dating back four centuries, with stunning gardens, and famed for the Long Gallery with its nationally important book collection, fine paintings & tapestries. Walk in the footsteps of our ancestors, make jam tarts in the kitchen, relax in the stunning garden or ramble through the parkland to find the hidden pyramid, and come back time and again to discover something new every time.

Banham Zoo (11.6 miles)

…..the ultimate fun filled day out for all the family and home to almost 1000 animals from around the world. – What more can be said! – A great day out for the whole family!

LOCAL

Events

Royal Norfolk Show (9 miles)

The Royal Norfolk Show is the largest two-day agricultural show in the country and is held at the end of June each Year.  There’s more than enough to interest everyone; from the latest farm machinery, and livestock to sampling some of Norfolk’s finest produce. So whether you are visiting for business, education or just pure pleasure you can be sure of a great day out – and we look forward to seeing you there!

The East Anglian Game & Country Fair (9 mi)

The East Anglian Game & Country Fair is an annual two day, family event held at the Norfolk Showground.Offering something for the whole family and with the opportunity to get involved and ‘have a go’ at a range of activities from Clay Shooting, Fly Fishing, and Archery to Mountain Boarding and a Treasure Trail, the Fair guarantees a great family day out in Norfolk!We look forward to seeing you there.

Events & Activities in Norwich & across the County

There are far too many events and activities to mention here, and this site for Norwich (http://www.visitnorwich.co.uk/things-to-do.aspx) or this site for Norfolk (http://www.visitnorfolk.co.uk/thedms.aspx?dms=12&groupid=1&nd=All&z=9&msg=Events+in+Norfolk) will give you a generally up to date overview of what’s on. – But if you want any more advice, feel free to call and we will do our best to assist.

Norfolk & Norwich Festival (9.7 miles)

The Norfolk and Norwich Festival is a celebration of creativity, innovation, beauty and diversity with jazz, classical music, comedy and dance. Scheduled to run for two weeks annually in May

Eaton Park (8 miles)

Eaton Park is one of Norwich’s most beautiful historic parks. There are 80 glrorious acres, packed with great things to see and do for all ages including  tennis courts, basket ball, children’s play area, par 3 golf course………….

Norwich – East Anglia’s Regional Shopping Centre! (9 miles)

With a back drop of 32 medieval churches, 2 cathedrals and a Norman castle, shopping in Norwich is a unique experience. High street stores, designer brands, independent shops and quirky goods are all on offer in this city listed as one of the top 10 places to shop in the UK. Outside of London’s Oxford Street, Norwich is the only place in the UK to have 4 national department stores as well as a local independent department store, Jarrold, within its city centre. – Whatever your style, it’s here!

Whitlingham Outdoor Education Centre (12.4 miles)

The Centre is located in Whitlingham Country Park, which has over 280 acres of beautiful countryside – a perfect spot for walkers, cyclists, birdwatchers and family outings. The park has cycle paths, a picnic meadow, and a Visitors Centre with a great café, information point and toilet facilities. Whitlingham Outdoor Education Centre and Whitlingham Country Park make for a perfect day out for all the family and whether you want to get active or take it easy – the choice is yours!