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East Anglia is a great destination at any time of year offering vibrant cities, historic market towns, beautiful countryside and a stunning coastline – you will be spoilt for choice during your stay! Please visit Park Reception for more information, we are always on hand to help with some local knowledge and advice!

Our Events

Banham Car Boot

7am-1pm // Sun 6th Apr

It’s a blast from the past… we’re excited to announce the return of the Banham Car Boot for 12 Sundays in 2025 between April and September. Our first date of 2025 being Sunday 6th April.

No need to book, just turn up on the day. We can’t wait to welcome you back!

Easter Party

11am-2pm // Sun 20 Apr

Join us on Easter Sunday for lots of fun, games, dancing, Easter crafts and an egg hunt. There may even be a visit from a very special guest, Bodhi Bunny!

Tickets to be released shortly

Local Events To Check Out

Open Mic

5pm // First & Third Thursday every month

The Barrel, The Appleyard, Kenninghall Rd, Banham, Norwich NR16 2HE

Head on down to The Barrel to listen to some new voices in music or jump on the stage yourself and show off your musical talent:  The Young Voices Open Mic, hosted by Connor Shepherd from 5pm – 7pm, followed by Baz Jones’ Open Mic at 8pm.

PrimEvil

6pm-11.30pm // Wed 9 Oct – Sat 2 Nov

ROARR! Lenwade NR9 5JE

Get ready to face your fears at PrimEvil as Norfolk’s biggest scare experience returns to ROARR! this October. There will be so much to see and do at PrimEvil 2024, with several hair-raising haunts, terrifying live actors who will send shivers down your spine and food and drink vendors if adrenaline makes you peckish!

Sundown Adventures at Go Ape Thetford

Sat 19th Oct – Sun 10th Nov

Go Ape, Thetford, Brandon IP27 0AF

Become a creature of the night as you climb through the canopy on a high ropes course lit with colourful lights. Test your skills on tree top crossings and experience the thrill of a zip wire ride into the darkness.

Halloween at Banham Zoo

Fri 25th Oct – Sun 3rd Nov

Banham Zoo, Kenninghall Rd, Banham, Norwich, NR16 2HE

Experience Bug Handling, Animal Keeper Talks, BRAND NEW Cluedo-Style Activity, Toby Investigates Stage Show, So Much More!

Hunstanton Cliff Top Fireworks Display

5pm – 8pm // Sat 2nd Nov

Hunstanton Cliff’s Car Park, Lighthouse Lane, Hunstanton, PE36 6EN

Wrap up warm for this amazing bonfire, laser and fireworks spectacle. Previous displays have combined fireworks with a laser show and pounding atmospheric music to thrill the many people who attend the Cliff Firework Extravaganza.

Norfolk Restaurant Week

Mon 4th – Fri 8th Nov & Mon 11th – Fri 15th Nov

Restaurant’s Across Norfolk

Restaurant Week is an opportunity to celebrate Norfolk’s vibrant culinary scene, fine food, and the people who produce it. It’s a social occasion to share with friends, family and colleagues. Every restaurant who takes part offers their usual high standard of food, but at an incredibly tempting price.

Thursford Christmas Spectacular

2pm & 7pm // Fri 8th Nov – Mon 23rd Dec

Thursford Collection, Thursford, Fakenham, Norfolk, NR21 0AS

An extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and variety. It’s a fast moving celebration of the festive season featuring an eclectic mix of both seasonal and year round favourites. With a cast of 130 this is the biggest Christmas show of its kind in Europe! 

Norfolk Artisan Fair at Christmas

9:30am – 4pm // Sat 9th – Sun 10th Nov

Racecourse, Fakenham, NR21 7NY

Explore over 100 local food and craft stands which will be offering everything ranging from local food and drink, clothing, crafts, paintings, plants, glassware, art, prints, cushions, bunting, candles, pottery, make-up, skincare and bath products even a present for your dog.

Deer Ramble

2pm – 6pm // Sun 10th & 24th Nov & Sun 8th Dec

Heigham Holmes, Martham Ferry, Ferrygate Lane, Norfolk, NR29 4RG

Discover the private world of the Muntjac, Red, and Chinese Water deer that frequent Heigham Holmes on this Ranger-led walk. Learn how to tell the different types of deer apart, whilst looking out for other wildlife along the way.

Norwich Festive Light Switch On

5:30pm – 8pm // Sat 16th Nov

Norwich City Hall, St Peters St, Norwich NR2 1NH

This year’s free celebratory family event takes place on Thursday 16 November and will offer live song and dance entertainment, the magic of the lights being switched on and a visit from Father Christmas, along with several other exciting surprises to be announced.

Wells Christmas Tide Festival

4.30pm // Sat 29th – Sun 30th Nov

Wells Quay

Watch Father Christmas arrive from the North Pole by boat, spectacular street entertainers, carol singing, amazing fireworks & the switching on of the Christmas lights!

Things to See and Do

Banham Zoo

SAVE £5.00 ON DAY ENTRY TICKETSHome to over 2,000 animals from around the world; see tigers, leopards, sea lions, penguins and monkeys and learn all about them at daily feeding talks.

You may even be able to hear the tigers roar, the sea lions bark and the siamangs sing from your pitch, Glamping Pod or Shepherd’s Cabin – we really are that close!

PLAY NOOKS

Just a short walk from park reception, children ages 0 – 7 can delve into a world of imaginative sensory play and spend quality time with their grown-ups. Encourage your little ones to explore their senses in the sensory dark room, get lost in a world of make believe in the indoor role-play areas & outdoor small world, and learn about how things work in the STEM stations. There’s even space for the littlest visitors to explore and learn through discovery in the Baby Corner!

ROARR!

Weston Park, Lenwade, Norfolk, NR9 5JE

SAVE UP TO £6.00 ON STANDARD TICKETS – Unleash your adventure at East Anglia’s largest all-inclusive family day out! With over 20 ROARR-some attractions, including Predator High Ropes, Dippy’s Splash Zone, Dinomite Indoor Adventure Play and Secret Animal Garden, fun for all the family awaits! With over 110 life-sized dinosaurs to discover, isn’t it time you came-n-saurus™.  Just a 40mins drive from our campsite. 

Africa Alive

Whites Lane, Kessingland, NR33 7TF

SAVE £5.00 ON DAY ENTRY TICKETS – Explore the sights and sounds of lions, meerkats, hunting dogs and many more animals from the African continent. The breath-taking “Plains of Africa” is the perfect place to spot 5 species of African savannah animals as they roam freely together, including graceful giraffes and boisterious rhinos.

 

Pleasurewood Hills

Leisure Way, Lowestoft, NR32 4TZ

35% OFF STANDARD TICKETS – A family theme park with over 35 rides, shows and attractions, Pleasurewood Hills is home to East Anglia’s tallest roller coaster Wipeout, the new look Water Fun Factory, the dizzying heights of the Jolly Roger and the all-time favourite sea lion and parrot shows.

The English Distillery

Harling Road, Roudham, NR16 2QW

50% OFF ST GEORGES TOURS – The first whisky distillery in England in over 100 years and part of Norfolk’s heritage. Take a guided tour of the distilling floor and barrel warehouse, discover how single malt whiskies are made and complete your tour with a complimentary tasting. Or just browse the shop where you can find a wonderful selection of gift ideas and take a stroll along the distillery’s river walk alongside the gently flowing river Thet.

High Lodge Thetford Forest

High Lodge, Thetford Forest, IP27 0AF

Discover a forest adventure at High Lodge Thetford Forest where you can walk, cycle, play, picnic, barbecue or simply relax. Unwind with beautiful forest trails or try the excitement of bike trails, Go Ape and adventure play.

Alpaca Experiences at Mill House

Mill House, Haugh Rd, Banham , Norwich, NR16 2DE

SAVE 10% ON ALL BOOKINGS – Take a short 5 minute drive down the road to visit the lovely Alpaca’s at Mill House in Banahm. They offer wonderful Alpaca experiences to their guests which includes meeting, feeding, and short harnessed walking around their paddock. Their experiences are not only educational but also fun for all ages!

Knettishall Heath Country Park

Knettishall Heath, Thetford, Suffolk, IP22 2TQ

Knettishall Heath Country Park offers acres of heathland and woodland for you to explore. Perfect for picnics and some lovely, well signed walking trails along the Little Ouse River. It’s also the start point for Peddars Way.

Walk: Old Buckenham to New Buckenham

4.1 miles from the campsite.

Enjoy a walk with the family and discover the local area. From an ancient castle and a massive mill, two of the highlights on this walk from Old Buckenham to New Buckenham with Norfolk Ramblers.

Bressingham Steam & Gardens

Low Road, Bressingham, Norfolk, IP22 2AA

With nearly 20 acres, four linking gardens and 8,000 species, Bressingham Gardens are renowned worldwide for their horticultural excellence. Why not take a trip on one of the four railways, the collection of working locomotives will take you round the magnificent gardens and woodland.

The Pingo Trail Walk

Stow Bedon, Attleborough NR17 1DP

Pingos are unique ponds forged during the ice age and there are so many to explore in Norfolk! The Pingo Trail walk is a really extraordinary and fascinating walk in Mid Norfolk, just north of Thetford in the heart of The Brecks.

Local Pubs

The Banham Barrel

The Appleyard, Kenninghall Road, Banham, Norfolk, NR16 2HE

A family run pub, The Banham Barrel welcomes children, dogs and drinkers! With a large meadow perfect for socially distanced drinks, and a great selection of beers, ciders and speciality gins, it’s the perfect place to spend an afternoon.

The Coffee Nook

A recent addition to Banham, The Coffee Nook is a welcoming and relaxing café adjoining Play Nooks, offering an array delicious hot beverages crafted with locally roasted Strangers Coffee, and tasty, freshly baked cakes & pastries sourced from Holly Barn Bakes.

 

The Garden House

Banham Road, Banham, NR16 2BY

Under new ownership, the newly refurbished Garden House is a family and dog-friendly local country pub where a warm welcome awaits. The pub has an impressive main bar, a dedicated games room showing Sky Sports and the “Smoke House” restaurant serving BBQ dishes inspired by America’s deep south and a traditional Sunday Roast.

The Gamekeeper

The Green, Old Buckenham, NR17 1RE

The Gamekeeper is a family-friendly pub situated at the heart of Old Buckenham, home to England’s largest village green.

Over the years it has seen many changes, yet still retains the charm of a traditional village pub with a warm welcome, local ale, fine wines, and excellent food.

The Red Lion

East Church Street, Kenninghall, NR16 2EP

A traditional country pub serving excellent home cooked food and drink with live entertainment and roaring log fires. One of the main features is their “snug” one of only two of its kind in East Anglia.

Check website for opening hours and food serving times.