Norfolk is packed with exciting days out for families, offering everything from animal encounters to outdoor adventures and classic seaside fun. Whether you’re staying on the coast or exploring inland, here are some of the top family-friendly attractions to enjoy during your Norfolk holiday.
Hirsty’s Family Fun Park
Near Hemsby, Hirsty’s Family Fun Park is a brilliant day out for younger children. With tractor rides, outdoor play areas, and seasonal events like the Summer Mega Maze and Pumpkin Festival, it’s a safe and friendly space where kids can burn off energy. Parents can relax with refreshments while little ones enjoy farmyard fun.
Wroxham Barns
Wroxham Barns is a great mix of shopping, food, and activities for all ages. The Junior Farm is a highlight, where children can meet goats, alpacas, and pigs, while the funfair rides and crazy golf add to the entertainment. Seasonal events — such as lamb feeding in spring — make this a year-round favourite for families.
BeWILDerwood
Magical and adventurous, the award winning BeWILDerwood near Hoveton is a woodland park designed for imaginative play. Children can climb into treehouses, zoom down zip wires, and cross rope bridges while following enchanting story trails. It’s a place where children are encouraged to explore freely, and parents can join in or simply enjoy the woodland setting. We like the big slides!
Roarr! Dinosaur Adventure
For budding explorers, Roarr! Dinosaur Adventure near Lenwade is a fantastic day out. Kids will love the life-sized dinosaurs along the trail, the indoor play zones, and splash park on sunny days. With a mix of thrills and educational fun, it’s ideal for families with children of all ages.
Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens
Animal lovers should not miss Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens, home to tigers, leopards, monkeys, and exotic birds. Raised walkways take you up close to the animals, and the landscaped gardens are a lovely spot for a family picnic. It’s a quieter, more relaxed alternative to larger zoos, but with plenty to see.
Great Yarmouth Seaside Fun
Great Yarmouth is packed with traditional seaside entertainment. Thrill-seekers can head to the Pleasure Beach, while younger children love the vintage rides at Joyland. The Merrivale Model Village is a charming miniature world to explore, and a round of Pirates Cove Adventure Golf is always a hit. For something educational, the SEA LIFE Centre lets children discover sharks, rays, penguins, and more — making it a perfect all-weather activity.
Family Memories in Norfolk
From climbing treehouses at BeWILDerwood to spotting tigers at Thrigby and enjoying the amusements of Great Yarmouth, Norfolk is full of family-friendly adventures. With so much variety, every day of your holiday can be packed with fun and discovery.