Great days out in the UK

East of England

The Forum, Norwich
www.theforumnorwich.co.uk
Visit The Forum in Norwich and try out a variety of services including evening classes, a DVD library and a great cafe to relax in. The venue also hosts lots of events throughout the year. See website for event details. Ticket prices may apply.

Whitlingham Outdoor Education Centre, Whitlingham
www.whitlinghamoec.co.uk
Whitlingham Outdoor Education Centre offers a wide range of land and water-based activities including sailing, canoeing/kayaking, and off-road biking. The Centre is located in Whitlingham Country Park, which has over 280 acres of beautiful countryside - another perfect spot for family outings. Ticket prices apply.

Dragon Hall, Norwich
www.dragonhall.org
Dragon Hall is one of the most important historic buildings in Norwich and provides a wonderful location for families to learn about the history and heritage of Norfolk. Recently refurbished the Hall welcomes families, guided tours and school groups. Ticket prices apply.

Lakenheath Fen Reserve, Suffolk
www.rspb.org.uk
Twelve years ago, the land that is now Lakenheath Fen nature reserve was a carrot field with little to offer in the way of wildlife interest. Now, however, it's a wetland area teeming with life, complete with a flexible nature trail network, four viewpoints and a visitor centre. Free admission.

Sutton Hoo Estate, Suffolk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Discover Sutton Hoo for yourself and marvel at the treasures found at the ancient burial ground of the Anglo-Saxon kings of East Anglia. To find out about the treasure discovered here in a huge ship grave in 1939, visit the award-winning visitor centre and step back in history. Ticket prices apply.

Cambridge & County Folk Museum
www.folkmuseum.org.uk
Located just a few minutes walk from the city centre, the Cambridge & County Folk Museum enables visitors to explore the life and times of the people of Cambridge. Experience home and work life throughout the centuries and revisit some of the favourite toys from your childhood. Ticket prices apply.

Wicken Fen, Cambridgeshire
www.wicken.org.uk
Explore one of England's most diverse wetland sites boasting more than 7,000 species of wildlife, including otters, water voles and tree sparrows. A raised boardwalk makes this rare and unique wildlife haven accessible and enjoyable for everyone, all year round. Ticket prices apply.

Peterborough Millennium Green Wheel
www.pect.net
The Peterborough Millennium Green Wheel is a continuous network of cycleways, footpaths and bridleways that provide safe, continuous routes around the city. Free admission.

The Motorboat Museum, Basildon
www.motorboatmuseum.org.uk
The Motorboat Museum in Wat Tyler Country Park near Basildon, offers visitors and motorboat enthusiasts the chance to learn more about the history of motorboats while enjoying the beautiful surroundings. The website also has downloadable activity sheets to make visits educational as well as fun! Free admission.