What to do and see in East Anglia, England: The Best Visitor Centers

December 17, 2021 Enedina Augsburger

Discover the best top things to do in East Anglia, United Kingdom including Tourist Information Centre, High Lodge Thetford Forest, Cromer Lifeboat Station, Norfolk Wildlife Trust - Broadland Conservation Centre, Scroby Sands Visitor Centre, Hunstanton Heritage Centre, Aylsham Heritage Centre, Sudbury Tourist Information Centre, The Wells Maltings, Visit Felixstowe TIC Beach Hut.
Restaurants in East Anglia

1. Tourist Information Centre

4 Angel Hill, Bury St. Edmunds IP33 1LS England +44 1284 764667 https://www.visit-burystedmunds.co.uk/plan-your-stay/visitor-services
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Tourist Information Centre

2. High Lodge Thetford Forest

Off the B1107, Brandon IP27 0AF England +44 300 067 4401 [email protected] http://www.forestryengland.uk/high-lodge
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4.5 based on 541 reviews

High Lodge Thetford Forest

High Lodge is a recreational site set in the heart of Thetford Forest offering extensive play areas, walking trails and cycling trails. There is a cafe, bike shop and hire, Tree Top Challenge, Adventure and Forest Segway managed by Go Ape as well as additional seasonal attractions for the whole family to enjoy. Site entry is just £2.00 for the first hour per car and peaks at £12.50 after 4 hours. High Lodge also has an annual Membership giving access as many times as you like for a year plus other benefits.

Reviewed By cleggett14 - Norwich, United Kingdom

Great day out with the family!! For a very reasonable price of £12.50 you can have a great day out. Loads of car park spaces, clear signage, great amenities, cafe etc. Kids have plenty of options to decide on from the various play areas, activities and trails. Would definitely look to visit again!!!

3. Cromer Lifeboat Station

Cromer Pier, The Esplanade Promenade, Cromer NR27 9HE England +44 1263 512237 [email protected] https://rnli.org/find-my-nearest/lifeboat-stations/cromer-lifeboat-station
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4.5 based on 758 reviews

Cromer Lifeboat Station

This is an active RNLI lifeboat station that is free to visit, but open to the public and donations can be made. From the large viewing gallery you can see a Tamar class lifeboat close too, unfortunately unless it is an open day (about 2 a year) or lifeboat day (22nd July 2018) you cannot get onboard. In the next few months we hope to improve the facilities and offer visitors an insight of the boat via pictures and videos.

Reviewed By Masuze - Bolton, United Kingdom

Very interesting visit - good to see the history of the lifeboat station and the rescues that have been undertaken. Small gift shop that all benefits go to lifeboats.

4. Norfolk Wildlife Trust - Broadland Conservation Centre

Ranworth NR13 6HY England +44 1603 270479 https://www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/wildlife-in-norfolk/nature-reserves/reserves/ranworth-broad-and-marshes
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Norfolk Wildlife Trust - Broadland Conservation Centre

5. Scroby Sands Visitor Centre

North Drive, Great Yarmouth NR30 1ED England +44 1493 854608 https://www.great-yarmouth.co.uk/Great-Yarmouth-Scroby-Sands-Visitor-Centre/details/?dms=3&feature=2&venue=0115995
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4.5 based on 49 reviews

Scroby Sands Visitor Centre

6. Hunstanton Heritage Centre

Heritage Centre Northgate Northgate, Hunstanton PE36 6BB England +44 1485 534200 [email protected] http://www.hunstantoncivicsociety.org.uk
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4.5 based on 72 reviews

Hunstanton Heritage Centre

Heritage Centre containing much of the history and formation of Hunstanton, Norfolk. Displays show everything from the geology of Hunstanton, it’s multi coloured striped cliffs; the creation of the town, its railway and pier, the ‘le Strange’ family. Also the events that have shaped the town and it’s heritage. We moved from 15 The Green up to the old NatWest Bank and reopened in June 2019. Although closed from March 2020 due to Covid-19, we reopened 15th August with hours Saturday and Sunday, 1.00pm to 5.00pm. Sadly we are reducing this to 2.00pm to 4.00pm from 17th September.

Reviewed By lincolnhatter - Lincoln, United Kingdom

Thoroughly enjoyed our visit here and a massive thank you to the volunteers that make it possible, the people we spoke to (Steve and Shelagh?) were really friendly and informative Lots and I mean lots of fascinating old photos, articles, newspaper clippings and stories, I spent ages reading all about the railway and its demise. Excellent articles about how one man's vision created the holiday resort of Hunstanton. Lots of poignant information about the Hunstanton men who went to war and their lives, especially in this year of 1918. Again well done to all those who have a hand in this brilliant Heritage Centre

7. Aylsham Heritage Centre

Market Place, Aylsham NR11 6EH England [email protected] http://aylshamheritage.com
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Aylsham Heritage Centre

A small heritage Centre dedicated to the history of this fascinating Market Town. The themed exhibitions change regularly, and there is always access to the town photographic archive of over 3000 photographs. Entry is free although donations are welcome. Well behaved dogs are also welcome. Opening Hours - Monday 10.30am -1 pm, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 10.30 - 3.30.

8. Sudbury Tourist Information Centre

Sudbury Library Market Hill Market Hill, Babergh District CO10 2EN England +44 1787 372331 [email protected] http://www.seeanddosudbury.co.uk
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4.5 based on 33 reviews

Sudbury Tourist Information Centre

Tourist Information Centre for Sudbury, Suffolk and the surrounding areas. Visitors and locals always welcome.

Reviewed By 1936VESH - Sudbury, United Kingdom

Very efficient and friendly. Maps, souvenirs and will book travel and events. In the library is on the south side of the Market place which has imposing columns.

9. The Wells Maltings

Staithe Street, Wells-next-the-Sea NR23 1AN England +44 1328 710885 [email protected] http://wellsmaltings.org.uk
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4.5 based on 46 reviews

The Wells Maltings

All you need to know about your visit to beautiful Wells-next-the-Sea - where to stay, what to see, what to do, where to eat and all points between. Situated at the heart of the new Wells Maltings venue, and acting as the main reception and box office for Maltings events, make us your one stop shop for all things Wells.

Reviewed By Norfolktraveller77 - Dereham, United Kingdom

We have been to Wells a couple of times in the last six months, and on both occasions have ended up at The Maltings for a lunchtime snack. Apart from the fish & chip outlets, if your requirements are more traditional fayre then The Maltings will take some beating. Situated on the ground floor of Wells Maltings cultural centre, the café serves light lunches in a very modern setting. The display was very clean, well laid out, and with a spotless-looking kitchen. The items on offer ranged from scones, sausage rolls, quiche & salad, baked potato, home-made soup & roll as well as a variety of hot dishes that included Mexican stew. All the food was freshly prepared, and served by pleasant staff. I opted for quiche & salad, at just under £7 – very artistically presented and very tasty. My wife had the home-made vegetable soup which was extremely filling and piping hot. The scones were equally tasty. Very well patronised by the locals. Also on the ground floor was the Tourist Information Centre, full of useful local information, gifts and cards. Very clean toilets situated between the café and the Tourist Information Centre. Would definitely return in the future and recommend to others.

10. Visit Felixstowe TIC Beach Hut

Undercliff Road West The Beach Huts can be found opposite the Town Hall along the promenade, Felixstowe IP11 2AG England +44 1394 444884 [email protected] http://www.visitfelixstowe.org.uk
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4.5 based on 23 reviews

Visit Felixstowe TIC Beach Hut

The Visit Felixstowe Beach Hut provides information to visitors on what to do, what's on, where to go and what to see in Felixstowe.

Reviewed By brianT1071VW

In this age of electronic gadgetry is really refreshing to get local advice and information from someone with personal knowledge of the local area. The volunteers who run the Felixstowe TIC beach hut are always good humoured and take great pleasure in helping tourists with their queries. Very well done one and all.

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