East of England Visitor Guide 2018

NORWICH
A visit to Norwich will bring you to the very heart of
East Anglia, one of the finest heritage cities in the land
where you’ll discover over 1,000 years of history, a
buzzing cultural scene and superb shopping
destination.
Thanks to its medieval origins as Britain’s second city,
Norwich has an historic fabric that stands comparison
with the finest heritage cities in the UK. Over 1,500
historic buildings lie within the city walls and the city’s
compact scale means you can easily explore on foot.
As well as two magnificent cathedrals and an imposing
Norman castle, you’ll find more medieval churches than
any other city north of the Alps within the city’s pretty
medieval streets such as the wonderfully preserved Elm
Hill with its cobbles and half-timbered houses.
Dragon Hall, with its superb dragon crown-post roof,
is the only medieval trading hall known to survive in
Western Europe and a historical treasure. Tucked away
but well worth seeking out, The Plantation Garden is a
wonderfully restored late Victorian town garden with
a gothic fountain, rustic bridge and Italianate terrace.
Many of the city’s heritage sites can be explored
through guided walks and tours, visitor attractions,
exhibitions, music and performances, cafés, restaurants
and gift shops.
Norwich offers a vibrant cultural scene with a wealth
of fantastic cultural experiences whether you enjoy
the performing and visual arts or you’re inspired by
fine buildings and amazing history. The iconic Norwich
Castle Museum & Art Gallery stands proud over the
city and offers both permanent and visiting exhibitions
whilst lunchtime concerts can be enjoyed in the
delightful music room at the Assembly House.