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The coastal town of Great Yarmouth, known to locals as Yarmouth has been a seaside tourist resort for almost two and a half centuries. In its earlier days, the focus was as a fishing port but today it is here that natural gas rigs that are based offshore are serviced from. Even so for those staying in the town there is a wonderful beach and two promenades for them to enjoy. There are plenty of things to see and do locally in Great Yarmouth; here are just a few of them:
1. Elizabethan House Museum – The museum’s building was built in the sixteenth century and the museum itself allows you to learn more about the kinds of people who inhabited it since first being built. The rooms which are of particular interest to those how choose to visit this attraction when staying in Great Yarmouth are the Tudor bedroom and dining room. There is also Victorian kitchen, complete with scullery, a parlor and the famous Conspiracy room. This room was where the people who plotted against King Charles I met to plan his trial and subsequent execution.
2. Horsey Windpump – This prominent building can be seen from a wide distance and is situated one mile away from the county’s coastline. Now owned by the National Trust this four storey red brick building has been restored to its former glory. If you are brave enough to climb the steps to the very top then you can take in the panoramic view to Horsey Mere. If you’re feeling hungry on your visit, the windpump offers light snacks but if you’re looking for a bigger meal, then check the nearby village of Horsey about a mile away where there is a wonderful pub serving good quality food.
3. Wroxham Barns – This is ideal for a family day out. There is a Junior Farm for your children to enjoy. This provides them with a chance to experience what life is like in a farmyard and as well as being hands on is great fun also. Many of the old barns at Wroxham have been modified and are now home to craftsmen who make jewelry, pottery and, of course, Norfolk Cider.
4. Bure Valley Railway – This is a carefully restored railway with it’s own steam locomotive. The journey commences from Alysham and then winds its way through the countryside completing an 18 mile round trip. The train calls at places such as Brampton, Coltishall and Buxton where one can stop and explore. The far end of the track stops at Wroxham and you can then take your time exploring this village before returning to Alysham. During your visit to Wroxham you can also take a pleasure cruise on the water as well.
5. RAF Neatishead Air Defence Radar Museum – This is really something for the boys and traces the history of radar back to its beginnings in the 1930′s. The museum is housed in the original operations units built during the Second World War and houses a number of exhibits for people to try. Plus one gets an idea of how things were running during the Second World War and the Cold War as well.
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