There is always something special to enjoy when visiting the Broads National Park whatever the season. Winter brings its own array of adventures. With it’s wide-open skies, wrap up warm and take a brisk walk out on a dry and sunny day or visit one of the many festive events which take place during December. Days out in the fresh air never disappoint.
Please check current Christmas dates and availability for seasonal events all venues in this article.
Horsey Beach
Horsey Beach is famous at this time of year for the ever-growing seal colony, attracting over 100,000 visitors during the breeding season. Visit the grey seals between November and January. Be sure to look at the website when planning your visit. Horsey is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest and around 3,500 pups are born each year.
Festive Breaks
For a festive city break, indulge in the Festive Shop and Stay offer at the Maids Head Hotel, set in the medieval Tombland area of Norwich. The city boasts a fantastic selection of independent stores as well as the high street favourites.
Looking for a festive experience for all the family to enjoy? Look no further than the Bure Valley Railway, Aylsham or Broads Tours, Wroxham. One on a track, the other on the water!
Wroxham Barns have an annual Christmas experience for all the family, which includes visiting the Junior Farm along with a visit to Santa.
Independent brewing
The Broads National Park is exceptionally proud of its many independent Breweries and Pubs. At Christmas many are renowned for producing a special festive beer. Give the gift of the rich and spicy fruity ruby ale called Tinsel Toes, from Woodfords; or Christmas Crackling, the 7% brown ale from Humpty Dumpty, to someone special.
Barnes Brinkcraft are also offer Christmas and New Year Breaks. Book a warm and snug cottage in Wroxham, often called “the capital of the Broads”. Stays include a free day boat to explore the River Bure.
Head outside
Wanting an exhilarating experience? This is definitely not something for the faint hearted! Try Swim and Sauna offered by Three Rivers Pitch and Paddle. Swim in the private waterway before warming up in the floating, wood fired sauna!
For more ideas for great days out, special events and idyllic places to stay in this truly special landscape, and…around two hours from London by train, go to Visit the Broads.
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