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Holt is a market town, civil parish and electoral ward in the English county of Norfolk. The town is 22.8 miles (36.7 km) north of the city of Norwich , 9.5 miles (15.3 km) west of Cromer and 35 miles (56 km) east of King's Lynn .
- The Prettiest Georgian Town
- The Great Fire of 1708 in Holt
- Independent Shops
- The Hidden Yards of Holt
- The Holt Owl Trail
- Eating and Sleeping in Holt
- The Obelisk and Blind Sam
- The North Norfolk Railway
- Holt Country Park and Spout Hills
- The Nearest Beach to Holt
Holt, Norfolk is one of those towns that you can wander around for ages, just enjoying the small hidden yards which are full of little independent shops and cafes, or browsing in the galleries and antique shops, get completely carried away (if you’re like me) in Bakers and Larners or spend your time eating in one of the many tea rooms, cafes, wine ...
Whenever you read about Holt, you’ll read about The Great Fire. So it has to be mentioned here for one reason; the fire destroyed most of Holt. Why is that significant? Well it was then rebuilt with Georgian architecture and thus has become one of the best loved Georgian towns in Norfolk. Other Norfolk Georgian towns and villages are: 1. Swaffham 2...
Holt, Norfolk is one of the best towns to visit for shopping if you want something a little different.You won’t find many chain stores here, and this is one of the things that makes Holt such a lovely town to visit. It’s full of wonderful independent shops, small and large. I can’t name them all, there are just too many, but one I must mention is B...
Holt has 4 hidden pretty flint stone yards which you’ll come across as you walk around the town. These apparently were originally Victorian houses, but now they accommodate shops and tea rooms, as I mentioned above. You can actually find out much more about the yards and historic houses by following the Holt Owl Trail (see more about this below). I...
If you love all the old Yards and the Georgian architecture and you're interested in the history of the town, then you'll love to hear about one of the town's initiatives, theHolt Owl Trail. This trail is specifically designed for you to be able to wander around the town in a circular loop following 24 informative plaques on the history of each bui...
There are many places to eat in Holt. Lots of cafes, tea rooms, wine bars, a few pubs and restaurants; you certainly won’t be stuck for choice when deciding where you want to eat. Again, there are just too many to mention, and you’ll discover them all as you walk around. The same goes for places to stay in Holt Norfolk ranging from B&B’s to pubs to...
A bit like the Great Fire of Holt, I can’t talk about the town without also explaining the history of the obelisk which stands at the entrance to the town (where the A148 meets the High Street), and the gas lamp which stands right next to it. The obelisk was one of a pair of gate posts that was moved from Melton Constable Park, a short distance fro...
Holt is the stopping point for the North Norfolk Railway line, also called the Poppy Line, which is a heritage steam line running from Sheringham to Holt, stopping off at Weybourne on the way. It's a fantastic experience to have a ride on these steam trains, it really takes you back in time. It was originally the Midland and Great Northern Railway ...
If you visit Holt and you feel like a bit of a walk, then I would suggest you head over to Holt Country Park which is about a 5 minute drive from the town. It’s a lovely woodland and heathland area with colour coded walks to suit everyone, including cyclists and dogs! It also features in the 16 Coastal Dog Walks book(below). You’ll find more about ...
The nearest North Norfolk beach to Holt is probably Weybourne, but this is a pebbly beach and not ideal for sunbathing on the soft sand! Move a little bit further east along the coast you you'll reach Sheringham beachwhich has a long promenade, and when the tide is low it leaves wonderful hard sand. High tide, on the other hand, brings the water ri...
The historic Georgian town of Holt is a charming rural north Norfolk town surrounded by parks. Close to the coast and with shops and places to stay, Holt is an ideal holiday destination. Holt's fine 18th century Georgian buildings make the town one of the most attractive in north Norfolk.
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Discover the top must-do activities in Holt Norfolk! From scenic walks to historic sites + local shops & eateries, our guide will plan you the perfect visit!
- Walk the Owl Trail. The Holt Owl Trail takes you on a tour of the most historic sites in the town centre. It gets its name from the ancient legend about local men who caught an owl.
- Browse the Art Galleries. If you enjoy art, there are several galleries to check out in Holt. It’s fun to look at the art even if you don’t find anything you want to buy.
- Go Inside St. Andrews Church. The parish church of St Andrew the Apostle was established in Holt in the 11th century making the site a place of worship for about 1,000 years.
- Check out the Bakers & Larners Food Hall. Foodies will be in heaven in this award winning food hall that has been described as the Fortnum and Mason of East Anglia.
The pretty Norfolk market town of Holt is situated 23 miles north of Norwich and 9.5 miles west of Cromer and is connected to the seaside town of Sheringham by the North Norfolk Steam Railway – also known as the Poppy Line.
The park has colour, wildlife and stunning sea views. An iconic landmark on the North Norfolk coast. Home to the celebrated only full season end of pier show in the world and over fifty of the finest touring shows in the UK, Tides Restaurant, Pavilion Bar, Gift Shop and Box Office.
