Things to do

With its vastly diverse landscape, there are a whole host of things to see and do in the East of England, from theme parks to heritage attractions to a UNESCO City of Literature. Whatever you’re looking to do in the region, you’ll find the perfect day out with the facilities to best suit you.

Try your hand at boating

The east of England’s coastline and rivers offer the best conditions for boating and sailing, and with the Oxford and Cambridge boat race being one of the best loved events in the region’s calendar, why not get out there and give it a try yourself? It isn’t just the rivers of Cambridge either, you can go sailing around the coast or boating in the Fens or just hire a boat in Thorpeness or Holkham. The Norfolk Broads are also well known for sailing and boating. You have over 125 miles of lock free water to explore! By taking to the water, you have the chance to see a wide variety of wildlife.  There are even a number of companies in the area that have vessels that are perfect for those using mobility aids and with the calming surroundings, it’s ideal for those who are easily overwhelmed.

Visit the coast

There is a huge amount of coastline in the area including two areas of outstanding natural beauty which can be found on the Norfolk and Suffolk coasts. As well as the huge array of family friendly beaches, there are also a number of nature reserved that can be found along the coastline and plenty of marine wildlife including seals and birds.

Plus, for those of you interested in your history, this is the home of the Deep History Coast where the oldest evidence of man outside of Africa has been found. Turns out people have been visiting the East of England coastline for literally thousands of years!

The beaches in this area have stunning views, particularly those at Cromer, Clacton on Sea, Great Yarmouth and Southend on Sea. They started growing in popularity during the Victorian age and these days are accessible by train, on foot and even by wheelchair. There are several organisations that have beach wheelchairs available to hire so everyone can enjoy a day out on the sand.

A fun, cultural hub

With its proximity to London and easy access around the UK and Europe, the East of England is a real cultural hub full of galleries, theatres and festivals. Many of the theatres here offer relaxed performances while the galleries and museums are designed with accessibility in mind and are a quiet and peaceful place to spend the day. This part of the country also boasts an array of museums, stately homes and Britain’s largest collection of cathedrals. You can visit a number of historic houses in the region such as Audley End House, near Saffron Waldron, a former Jacobean home or Blickling Hall near Alysham, an oval shaped home near Bury St Edmunds. The former home of the Dukes of Bedford can also be visited in this region and can be found in Woburn.

Whatever you’re interested in doing during your visit to the East of England, there are plenty of accessible attractions and activities.