



15+ Free Things to Do in Norwich with Kids
Norwich has a great range of genuinely free things to do with kids — from parks and playgrounds to national museums with no entry charge at all.
Beaches(6)

Great Yarmouth Beach
★4.5Enjoy miles of golden sandy shores, historic piers, and vibrant seaside entertainment along Norfolk's most iconic coastal destination.

Cart Gap Beach
★4.7Enjoy a sandy Norfolk beach with a quiet, off-the-beaten-track feel, dog-friendly facilities, and a charming café in a converted flint barn.

Cromer Beach
★4.6Explore a quintessential Victorian seaside resort with golden sandy beaches, an iconic pier, theatre, and plenty of family-friendly attractions along the North Norfolk coast.

Winterton Beach
★4.8Explore a scenic coastal destination offering sandy shores, diverse wildlife, and family-friendly amenities including a beachside café.

Sea Palling Beach
★4.7Explore a beautiful Norfolk coastline beach perfect for families, with dog-friendly access and free entry to enjoy seaside adventures.
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Country Parks(6)

Sculthorpe Moor Nature Reserve
★4.6Explore 200 acres of woodland, wetland and meadow with easy-access paths, boardwalks and wildlife hides perfect for families and nature lovers.

Whitlingham Country Park
★4.7Explore 280 acres of natural sanctuary with peaceful trails, wildlife spotting, and family-friendly outdoor activities in a beautiful countryside setting.

Carlton Marshes Nature Reserve
★4.8Explore diverse habitats and spot wildlife at this scenic nature reserve with visitor facilities, café, and outdoor walking trails near Lowestoft.

Pigneys Wood
★4.5Explore woodland trails and diverse wildlife habitats in this free Norfolk nature reserve, perfect for families of all ages.

Sparham Pools
★4.6Explore Norfolk's beautiful nature reserve with walking trails, wildlife viewing, and free access to diverse habitats perfect for families.
Farms(3)

Redwings Caldecott
★4.7Visit rescued horses and donkeys at this UK horse sanctuary offering family visits, educational programs, and opportunities to adopt and support equine welfare.

Redwings Aylsham
★4.8Visit rescued horses and donkeys at one of the UK's largest equine welfare sanctuaries with free entry and family-friendly facilities.

Hillside Shire Horse Sanctuary
★4.8Visit rescued shire horses and other animals in a peaceful, quality-assured sanctuary with free entry and family-friendly facilities.
Museums(2)

Norwich Cathedral
★4.8Explore a stunning medieval cathedral with interactive exhibits, virtual tours, and family-friendly worship experiences in historic Norwich.

Sainsbury Centre
★4.6Explore world-class art collections and contemporary exhibitions with family-friendly tours, workshops, and outdoor sculpture park experiences.
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