Reepham (say “Reef-am”)
12 miles to the north west of Norwich, Reepham is a bustling little town, famous for having three churches in one churchyard! The scenic market square is surrounded by many fine Georgian buildings, shops and eating places. Reepham lies on the Marriott’s Way footpath and cycleway.
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Market Day: Wednesday.
Aylsham (say “Ale-sham”)
About 10 miles to the north of Norwich, and halfway to the coast at Cromer, you’ll find the town of Aylsham. It dates from medieval times and has long been a thriving market town for the surrounding agricultural countryside. The town has also benefited from association with the nearby Blickling Hall – a magnificent example of early 1600s Jacobean architecture. There is a Tourist Information Centre by the Bure Valley Narrow Gauge Railway which, together with its cycle path, links Aylsham and Wroxham. Aylsham’s special quality of life has led to it being accepted into the international Cittaslow network.
Tourist Information Centre: Tel: 01263 733903 Email:aylsham.tic@broadland.gov.uk
Market Days: Monday and Friday.
On the web:
www.eastspace.net/aylsham
Wroxham (say “Rox-am”)
Known as the “Capital of the Broads”, Wroxham sits on one bank of the River Bure, with Hoveton on the other. They are joined by a distinctive humped-backed bridge. The many quays and boatyards provide moorings and starting points for those exploring the Broads for a few hours or days. It is also home to Roy’s, the “world’s largest village store”. Wroxham is just 6 miles from Norwich, and is a stop on the “Bittern Line” Norwich to Cromer train service.
Tourist Information Centre (in Hoveton, seasonal): Tel: 01603 782281
Acle (say “Ake-ul”)
Midway between Norwich and Great Yarmouth, and close to the River Bure, Acle is a gateway to the Broads and its landscape of rivers, pastures and windmills. Among the many attractive buildings that add to the town’s atmosphere is St Edmund’s Church. This is a Norman church, over 900 years old, with a turreted round tower.
Market Day: Thursday.