The sun shone on the region’s tourism sector this weekend, which was able to end a successful May with a bang. Bethany Whymark assesses the feelings of the sector after its Bank Holiday boost.
Wednesday, May 30 2018 – Source: EDP
Thousands of hungry people enjoyed a taste of Suffolk at a packed food and drink festival.
Wednesday, May 30 2018 – Source: EDP
A new campaign has been launched to celebrate the Waveney Valley, intended to attract tourists and in turn boost the local economy.
Tuesday, May 29 2018 – Source: EDP
The Swimming was all the rage in a sunny Beccles as the popular Lido reopened for the summer season.
Tuesday, May 29 2018 – Source: EDP
The dates for a festival which aims to bring in thousands of people and more than £1 million of investment have been announced by one of its main collaborators.
Sunday, May 27 2018 – Source: EDP
There is plenty on offer for families across the bank holiday weekend in Waveney. Here are 10 things happening to get you out and about.
Saturday, May 26 2018 – Source: EDP
A north Norfolk pub has been crowned the best in the East Anglia, with managers saying the accolade is owed to their fabulous staff.
Friday, May 25 2018 – Source: EDP
The organisers of the Haven Great Yarmouth Air Show have revealed the line up for its first day.
Friday, May 25 2018 – Source: EDP
A bid to build 70 beach huts on Gorleston seafront has been approved by Great Yarmouth Borough Council’s development control committee.
Wednesday, May 23 2018 – Source: EDP
A holiday park in a picturesque, history-rich village is looking to expand and add some 107 static caravans.
Tuesday, May 22 2018 – Source: EDP
A flying display expert whose voice will be heard by the crowds at next month’s Haven Great Yarmouth Air Show is looking forward to commentating on the major event.
Thursday, May 17 2018 – Source: EDP
A Norfolk tourist attraction is offering an extra service for its visitors – and the local community.
Thursday, May 17 2018 – Source: EDP
Lowestoft and Southwold’s beaches and waters have been given glowing recommendations by the organisations which rates their cleanliness and safety.
Thursday, May 17 2018 – Source: EDP
A colourful splash park with water jets, sprays and tipping buckets is set to delight young visitors to one of Norfolk’s most popular resorts this summer.
Wednesday, May 16 2018 – Source: EDP
In the online story about plans for 81 holiday lodges and static caravans in Ellough the wrong photograph was used.
Wednesday, May 16 2018 – Source: EDP
A holiday resort on the Norfolk/Suffolk border has unveiled new additions to its accommodation stock.
Tuesday, May 15 2018 – Source: EDP
Norfolk Day is fast approaching and dozens of events have been organised by individuals, communities, charities and businesses.
Tuesday, May 08 2018 – Source: EDP
For many of us, bad weather is a minor annoyance – but for tourism businesses too much of it can mean the difference between managing or foundering.
Monday, May 07 2018 – Source: EDP
The Rough Guide’s top-30 gives a glowing account of Southwold in its definitive guide to coastal escapes.
Sunday, May 06 2018 – Source: EDP
The Broads is synonymous with boating, but yacht operators have suffered in recent years. A small group of businesses is hoping to change that.
Friday, May 04 2018 – Source: EDP
A music shop owner is swapping pianos and guitars for the sky as he prepares for take off at the Haven Great Yarmouth Air Show.
Tuesday, May 01 2018 – Source: EDP
A famous RAF squadron is celebrated in the unusual naming of Banham Zoo’s latest baby animal – and the grand-daughter of a former serviceman is the brains behind the choice.
Tuesday, May 01 2018 – Source: EDP
Sixty delegates representing 11 towns and cities across the east of England attended a tourism conference hosted by King’s Lynn Town Guides at the historic Hanse House.
Saturday, April 28 2018 – Source: EDP
The new general manager of a Norfolk hotel hopes to use his national experience to make it more of a focal point for the local community.
Friday, April 27 2018 – Source: EDP
An historic Norwich hotel has joined a handful of establishments in the county to hold a coveted AA award.
Thursday, April 26 2018 – Source: EDP
Do you fancy the best seat in the house at the Haven Great Yarmouth Air Show on June 16 and 17?
Wednesday, April 25 2018 – Source: EDP
Norfolk Day is less than 100 days away. To celebrate, we have put together a list of 100 events and ideas communities can get involved with on July 27.
Thursday, April 19 2018 – Source: EDP
This year’s Larking Gowen tourism and leisure business survey, the largest independent survey of its kind in the region, threw up some interesting facts.
Wednesday, April 18 2018 – Source: EDP
Dozens of communities, organisations and businesses are getting behind the first ever Norfolk Day.
Wednesday, April 18 2018 – Source: EDP
Despite both businesses and consumers dealing with pressure on their finances, a survey has indicated that confidence in East Anglia’s tourism and leisure sector remains strong. Bethany Whymark reports.
Wednesday, April 18 2018 – Source: EDP
Today marks the 100-day countdown to the first ever Norfolk Day on July 27. To celebrate people have said on social media why they think Norfolk is special.
Wednesday, April 18 2018 – Source: EDP
The latest aerobatic acts has been announced for the Great Yarmouth Air Show that will get large crowds gasping with amazement.
Tuesday, April 17 2018 – Source: EDP
As part of Norwich’s Circus 250 celebrations, marking the of the 250th anniversary of the advent of circus, The Oak Circus Centre is hosting an open weekend of free activities giving everyone an opportunity to try their hand.
Monday, April 16 2018 – Source: EDP
The new £7.5m Premier Inn taking shape in Great Yarmouth will create 70 new jobs when it opens next year.
Thursday, April 5 2018 – Source: EDP
The owner of a coastal cinema has pledged to spend half a million pounds on improvements over the next two years.
Wednesday, April 4 2018 – Source: EDP
The Red Arrows will be soaring over Great Yarmouth and performing aerobatic tricks during the resort’s air show in June.
Tuesday, April 3 2018 – Source: EDP
The iconic Beccles bell tower reopened to the public for the first time since renovation work was completed.
Sunday, April 1 2018 – Source: EDP
Dog fights from the First World War will be recreated over Great Yarmouth seafront as one of the star attractions at the resort’s new air show.
Wednesday, March 28 2018 – Source: EDP
Erosion-hit Hemsby is banking on strong local support as it gears up for the busy Easter weekend.
Wednesday, March 28 2018 – Source: EDP
A historic railway tradition is being revived at Eaton Park’s miniature railway.
Tuesday, March 27 2018 – Source: EDP
Norfolk has been revealed as one of the top destination for family holidays in the UK.
Sunday, March 25 2018 – Source: EDP
The oldest part of a historic Norwich hotel has become the newest in an ongoing £2.5m renovation.
Friday, March 23 2018 – Source: EDP
The top tourism people and businesses in the borough of Great Yarmouth have been recognised at a high profile awards ceremony.
Thursday, March 22 2018 – Source: EDP
A new boardwalk which will assist with year round access to one of Norfolk’s most beautiful gardens has been officially opened.
Wednesday, March 21 2018 – Source: EDP
Norfolk is renowned for its fantastic array of fresh produce and in honour of that long standing tradition, an award winning local chef is planning a special Norfolk Day menu.
Tuesday, March 20 2018 – Source: EDP
A vision to regenerate parts of a Norfolk town could help it be redefined as a riverside destination.
Monday, March 19 2018 – Source: EDP
Members of a Suffolk-based holiday firm are celebrating after winning a coveted national industry award.
Monday, March 19 2018 – Source: EDP
From photo challenges and special performances to cruises along a historic canal and garden parties, businesses, community groups and individuals have enthusiastically embraced Norfolk Day with a range of events already planned.
Sunday, March 18 2018 – Source: EDP
More than three quarters of Norfolk tourism businesses are satisfied with their performance so far this year, a survey has revealed.
Saturday, March 17 2018 – Source: EDP
The Broads may have missed out on the National Park of the Year award, but there was still good news for Norfolk when Holkham took top honours in the Beach of the Year category.
Thursday, March 15 2018 – Source: EDP
It’s one of our most iconic buildings and a place any musician would be proud to perform.
Thursday, March 15 2018 – Source: EDP
It is an opportunity for tourism businesses across England to celebrate the quality of accommodation and attractions on offer.
Thursday, March 15 2018 – Source: EDP
If happiness is in the little things then mini Merrivale must be a huge hunk of joy.
Wednesday, March 14 2018 – Source: EDP
They are a cross between log cabins and Bilbo Baggins’ home in The Hobbit.
Monday, March 12 2018 – Source: EDP
A coastal village in Norfolk has been named on the list of the 15 most in-demand holiday locations in the UK for 2018.
Wednesday, March 7 2018 – Source: EDP
A family run adventure park of Jurassic proportions is looking to become Norfolk’s number one tourist destination with a multi-million pound revamp.
Wednesday, March 7 2018 – Source: EDP
A marketing campaign to promote Suffolk as a top destination for tourists has reached 1.34 million people.
Tuesday, March 6 2018 – Source: EDP
Norfolk Day has received a massive boost – an endorsement from The Duke of Cambridge.
Tuesday, March 6 2018 – Source: EDP
With just days to go before voting closes in the National Park of the Year awards, the Broads has received backing for its nomination from three of the region’s main wildlife organisations.
Friday, March 2 2018 – Source: EDP
There is less than a week left in which to cast your vote for the Broads in BBC Countryfile’s National Park of the Year awards.
Tuesday, February 27 2018 – Source: EDP
The Broads Authority is in talks with Network Rail to ease passage for larger boats using a pair of century old swing bridges.
Friday, February 23 2018 – Source: EDP
Maisebrooke Farm has launched a brand new sausage to celebrate a fellow Waveney business’ success.
Thursday, February 22 2018 – Source: EDP
Key changes to senior management of Broads Tourism were announced at the organisation’s AGM on Wednesday (February 21).
Thursday, February 22 2018 – Source: EDP
Green Jack brewery’s Ripper has won a prestigious award on the opening day of the Campaign for Real Ale’s Great British Beer Festival Winter.
Tuesday, February 20 2018 – Source: EDP
Support for Norfolk Day has continued to pour in as businesses and organisations across the county have pledged to get involved.
Tuesday, February 20 2018 – Source: EDP
Almost 200 hospitality students from Norwich are gearing up to get involved in an annual takeover of three city hotels next week.
Tuesday, February 20 2018 – Source: EDP
The ice rink that cost Great Yarmouth Borough Council £118,000 was a success by creating a vibrant atmosphere and raising the profile of traders, councillors have agreed.
Monday, February 19 2018 – Source: EDP
Three Norfolk holiday properties have played a starring role in a major TV campaign launched by an online booking agency.
Monday, February 19 2018 – Source: EDP
The reaction to Norfolk Day was as enthusiastic as it was overwhelming as individuals, businesses, TV personalities and politicians from around the county showed their support for the July 27 initiative.
Saturday, February 17 2018 – Source: EDP
Question marks have been raised over the strength of Visit Suffolk’s campaigns to attract visitors to the county, as those funding it fail to commit to cash beyond March next year.
Friday, February 16 2018 – Source: EDP
The Broads has been featured on a bespoke piece of artwork erected at Norwich Airport which welcomes visitors to Norfolk.
Thursday, February 15 2018 – Source: EDP
Six local attractions have been recognised by a national tourism organisation for the high quality visitor experiences they offer.
Wednesday, February 14 2018 – Source: EDP
A boutique hotel and restaurant in Norfolk has been named as one of the top new places to stay in the UK for 2018 by a national newspaper.
Monday, February 12 2018 – Source: EDP
Charlie Hodson, the Executive Head Chef at The Fur & Feather in Woodbastwick, is in the running for VisitEngland’s 2018 Tourism Superstar award.
Sunday, February 11 2018 – Source: EDP
A Great Yarmouth bed and breakfast has been named as one of the very best in the country by a travel website.
Sunday, February 11 2018 – Source: EDP
A Cromer crabber is making headlines as he fronts a global campaign for Britain’s national tourism agency.
Saturday, February 10 2018 – Source: EDP
The winners of the Norfolk and Suffolk Tourism Awards 2018 have been revealed at a glittering ceremony.
Thursday, February 8 2018 – Source: EDP
It’s the biggest night of the year for Norfolk and Suffolk’s tourism businesses as some of the stars of the industry come together to celebrate all that’s good about the sector.
Friday, February 9 2018 – Source: EDP
Work on a project to encourage more visitors from Australia and Germany to the Broads has begun.
Thursday, February 8 2018 – Source: EDP
Some of the stars of Norfolk and Suffolk’s tourism industries will come together this week to celebrate all that’s good about the sector.
Monday, February 5 2018 – Source: EDP
A family-run tourism business in Norfolk is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year with a host of special events planned over the next 12 months.
Friday, February 2 2018 – Source: EDP
The Broads has been named one of five finalists in BBC Countryfile’s National Park of the Year awards after it’s “mysterious, marvellous landscape” captivated judges.
Friday, February 2 2018 – Source: EDP
Winning the National Park of the Year title would have wide ranging benefits for the Broads at a time when moves are afoot to increase awareness of the region both locally and internationally.
Thursday, February 1 2018 – Source: EDP
Tourism bodies and leading hire boat companies have urged people to get behind the Broads and vote for the region in BBC Countryfile’s National Park of the Year awards.
Wednesday, January 31 2018 – Source: EDP
Tourism businesses across Norfolk are preparing for a bumper 2018 holiday season as more than a third of British people look to holiday locally this year.
Monday, January 22 2018 – Source: EDP
Tourism leaders in Suffolk have teamed up to entice high-spending younger visitors to the county and place it on their “must-visit” list.
Saturday, January 20 2018 – Source: EDP
The Broads has been named one of five finalists in BBC Countryfile’s National Park of the Year awards after it’s “mysterious, marvellous landscape” captivated judges.
Friday, January 19 2018 – Source: EDP
Two Norwich attractions have featured in a national campaign aimed at inspiring people to take local holidays.
Thursday, January 18 2018 – Source: EDP
Suffolk is in the final five for BBC Countryfile Magazine’s Holiday Destination of the Year 2018 – and needs your vote to scoop the prestigious award.
Wednesday, January 17 2018 – Source: EDP
Families keen to escape the stress of the festivities have helped Norfolk-based tourism businesses to a strong Christmas season.
Tuesday, January 16 2018 – Source: EDP
It seems 2018 is the year to visit Norfolk, with The Guardian listing it among one of the top places to go worldwide.
Monday, January 08 2018 – Source: EDP
Old railway wagons will be converted into high-quality holiday lets on a village farm to give people visiting the Norfolk countryside a place to stay.
Sunday, January 07 2018 – Source: EDP
Part of a historic coach house is to be converted into a holiday let for people visiting a popular Norfolk market town.
Saturday, January 06 2018 – Source: EDP
From bell tents and garden sheds to spare rooms and whole houses – these are just some of the options open to holidaymakers in Norfolk through Airbnb. Reporter SOPHIE WYLLIE looks at how the accommodation website has impacted on tourism in the region
Tuesday, January 02 2018 – Source: EDP
A number of popular camping and glamping sites in Norfolk have picked up regional awards in a national competition run by an online camping website.
Saturday, December 30 2017 – Source: EDP
Seven new destinations have been added to Norwich Airport’s schedule of short breaks – including the chance to see the midnight sun.
Monday, December 18 2017 – Source: EDP
Optimism in Suffolk’s tourism industry remains buoyant despite economic uncertainties linked with Brexit negotiations, a report has found.
Monday, December 18 2017 – Source: EDP
Sector leaders say efforts must be made to ensure East Anglia’s tourism industry doesn’t lose out should Airbnb be successful in buying one of the region’s top holiday companies.
Tuesday, December 12 2017 – Source: EDP
Tickets are selling out fast for the EADT EDP Norfolk and Suffolk Tourism Awards 2018 ceremony, which takes place at St Edmundsbury Cathedral on February 8. The finalists in each category are as follows:
Monday, December 04 2017 – Source: EDP
Plans for an exciting new festival celebrating local and international culture while drawing thousands of visitors to Lowestoft have been announced.
Friday, December 01 2017 – Source: EDP
Lowestoft-based self-catering specialist Hoseasons has been a supporter of the tourism awards for the past seven years.
Tuesday, November 21 2017 – Source: EDP
Tickets are selling out fast for the EADT EDP Norfolk and Suffolk Tourism Awards 2018 ceremony, which takes place at St Edmundsbury Cathedral on February 8.
Tuesday, November 21 2017 – Source: EDP
It has been a good year for tourism across our region.
Tuesday, November 21 2017 – Source: EDP
A Broads-based boatyard has been crowned the “Best in Britain” at an awards ceremony.
Tuesday, November 21 2017 – Source: EDP
When a group of Travellers descended on Cromer and unleashed a crime wave, the national media attention threatened to harm its reputation as a friendly tourist town.
Monday, November 20 2017 – Source: EDP
Hoteliers raised questions about Brexit and freedom of movement as they came face-to-face with a city MP.
Friday, November 17 2017 – Source: EDP
Hi-tech digital apps are to be created to lead visitors on the new West Norfolk Explorer Trails, designed to show the best of the area’s architecture and nature.
Thursday, November 16 2017 – Source: EDP
The £16m redevelopment of a marine science agency could include a new visitor centre to support the regeneration of Lowestoft’s seafront.
Thursday, October 26 2017 – Source: EDP
More than £100,000 has been raised for charity following the region’s biggest locally run and organised cycle event, the Tour de Broads.
Wednesday, October 25 2017 – Source: EDP
Around 10,000 Broads boaters could face a 3pc tolls increase for 2018/19 period following a vote by the Broads Authority Navigation Committee.
Frdiay, October 20 2017 – Source: EDP
A boutique holiday lettings agency which is launched today is hoping to bring the best of north Norfolk to its customers.
Thursday, October 19 2017 – Source: EDP
Nine accommodation providers in Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex have been named among the winners of the Visit England Rose Awards 2017.
Tuesday, October 17 2017 – Source: EDP
Holidaymakers are showing signs of swapping “soggy Cornwall” for “weatherproof” Suffolk as Brexit fuels the region’s booming staycation market, a tourism chief has said.
Tuesday, October 10 2017 – Source: EADT
Tourism across the Broads has been given a boost following an announcement that a £1m grant will be used to encourage visitors from Australia and Germany to England’s national parks.
Monday, October 09 2017 – Source: EDP
Work on a new £10m holiday “Super Park” will get under way in Norfolk next month after planning permission for the exciting new development was granted.
Thursday, September 28 2017 – Source: EDP
Christmas is coming to a small Norfolk community for the first time in almost 60 years.
Wednesday, September 27 2017 – Source: EDP
The owner of a Great Yarmouth hotel hopes its re-opening on Monday will kickstart a new quayside “dining quarter”.
Wednesday, September 27 2017 – Source: EDP
A series of bell tents in north Norfolk has been revealed as one of the most desirable rentals on Airbnb.
Thursday, September 21 2017 – Source: EDP
A number of Norfolk tourism businesses are investing heavily in their product offerings as the value of tourism to the county continues to grow.
Saturday, September 16 2017 – Source: EDP
One of the UK’s largest self-catering holiday businesses said occupancy rates in the East of England over the August bank holiday weekend had been the highest in the country across its business units.
Thursday, August 31 2017 – Source: EDP
Tourism chiefs in east Suffolk want to create an all-year-round visitor package by capitalising on the area’s natural beauty, seaside resorts, culture and heritage.
Sunday, August 27 2017 – Source: EDP
A new survey has revealed the nation’s ultimate happy places with three Norfolk activities making the top 30 – how many have you done?
Friday, August 25 2017 – Source: EDP
The pound is at an eight-year low against the Euro, while delays at airports are soaring.
Friday, August 25 2017 – Source: EDP
With just days to go before entries for the Norfolk and Suffolk Tourism Awards 2018 close, time is fast running out to enter or nominate your favourite business.
Thursday, August 24 2017 – Source: EDP
A Broads holiday business has made a significant contribution towards Suffolk Wildlife Trust’s campaign to create a 1,000-acre nature reserve.
Monday, August 21 2017 – Source: EDP
With just a week left to enter the Norfolk and Suffolk Tourism Awards 2018, an exciting new category has been added aimed at owner run bed and breakfasts.
Monday, August 21 2017 – Source: EDP
A celebratory garden party is being held to mark the anniversary of the opening of the spectacular Hoveton Hall Gardens 25 years ago.
Friday, August 18 2017 – Source: EDP
Two years after it closed, The Bridge Restaurant at Wroxham has finally reopened its doors following a £1m investment.
Friday, August 18 2017 – Source: EDP
The Broads Authority (BA) is currently in the process of implementing a new volunteer training programme that will help younger candidates build up a skills base.
Friday, August 18 2017 – Source: EDP
In what is seen as a major boost for category winners in the Norfolk and Suffolk Tourism Awards 2018, organisers announced the event has partnered with VisitEngland.
Monday, August 14 2017 – Source: EDP
Tourist attractions across East Anglia have been putting their rainy day plans into practice after the summer took a wet and windy turn this week.
Wednesday, August 09 2017 – Source: EDP
St Edmundsbury Cathedral has been unveiled as the venue for the Norfolk and Suffolk 2018 Tourism Awards sponsored by Hoseasons.
Saturday, August 05 2017 – Source: EDP
Tourists jetting to the UK “in their droves” to take advantage of the weak pound could spend up to £2.4bn on our high streets this summer.
Friday, July 21 2017 – Source: EDP
It’s no secret that tourism is a major contributor to Norfolk and Suffolk’s economies.
Wednesday, July 19 2017 – Source: EDP
Tourism bosses are hoping to come home with a souvenir haul of tips and new ideas following a study visit to Weymouth.
Wednesday, July 19 2017 – Source: EDP
A season of summer fireworks bursts into life over Great Yarmouth seafront on Wednesday night.
Tuesday, July 18 2017 – Source: EDP
A holiday resort on the Norfolk/Suffolk border has invested £20m as it seeks to attract a wider range of guests – and cater to a growing number of “3G” holidaymakers.
Saturday, July 15 2017 – Source: EDP
It is a saga that has been ongoing for the best part of a decade, but it now finally looks like it may be reaching a conclusion.
Thursday, July 13 2017 – Source: EDP
A dazzling new rabbit-proof rose garden featuring 15 different varieties of the colourful flowering plant has opened at How Hill, Ludham.
Wednesday, July 12 2017 – Source: EDP
It has been a common sight on a coastal river crossing for centuries.
Sunday, July 09 2017 – Source: EDP
There is a fair way to go, but Norfolk is lining up a shot at being the number one spot – for golf holidays.
Thursday, July 06 2017 – Source: EDP
A major investment into the Great Yarmouth seafront is preparing to roar into life this summer, taking seaside revellers on a journey back in time.
Wednesday, June 28 2017 – Source: EDP
The Cromer 365 campaign will be launched at the Royal Norfolk Show.
Monday, June 26 2017 – Source: EDP
With just one month to go until the Holkham Country Fair, preparations are underway to provide a weekend full of countryside fun.
Saturday, June 24 2017 – Source: EDP
Coastal resorts and businesses from Hunstanton to Lowestoft reported a busy few days as temperatures soared across the region on Sunday and Monday.
Monday, June 19 2017 – Source: EDP
There are few fishing destinations that rival the Broads for its scenic beauty, miles of lock-free waterways, rich heritage and diversity of fish species.
Monday, June 19 2017 – Source: EDP
One of north Norfolk’s oldest and best-loved tourist attractions is celebrating 40 years in the industry this weekend, with a fairy-themed garden party featuring cabaret performers, live music, children’s entertainment and a picnic.
Monday, June 13 2017 – Source: EDP
Every effort should be made to preserve and protect Norfolk’s abundance of historical buildings and sites from the “tragedy” of decay, tourism and heritage officials said.
Tuesday, June 06 2017 – Source: EDP
More than 100,000 new jobs could be created in the tourism industry, while consumers would also benefit from cheaper holidays if a reduction in VAT was implemented, it has been claimed.
Wednesday, May 31 2017 – Source: EDP
Fears the Brexit vote would impact negatively on the number of foreign tourists coming to the region have proved unfounded, with some signs the opposite has in fact happened.
Thursday, May 18 2017 – Source: EDP
Five gardens in Norfolk will be among 400 across the UK to open over the Bank Holiday weekend to celebrate 90 years of the National Gardens Scheme.
Wednesday, May 17 2017 – Source: EDP
Spark of Light, an original wooden motor cruiser built by Herbert Woods in 1927, underwent an extensive restoration over the winter and is now available for hire to the general public.
Wednesday, May 17 2017 – Source: EDP
A change of focus has seen membership of Broads Tourism double in the past year setting the organisation up for a bright future.
Tuesday, May 16 2017 – Source: EDP
Three of Norfolk’s largest marinas are gearing up for their inaugural boat show.
Wednesday, May 10 2017 – Source: EDP
East Anglia tourism bosses believe that Brexit will boost the staycation trend – but many also fear that leaving the European Union will hit the UK economy
Monday, May 08 2017 – Source: EDP
The two most affordable resorts for a staycation are in the Great Yarmouth borough, research has suggested.
Wednesday, May 03 2017 – Source: EDP
Tourism is now worth £3.1bn to Norfolk – but is Brexit a threat or an opportunity and what can we do to cash in on Norfolk’s holiday gold-mine?
Wednesday, May 03 2017 – Source: EDP
Feeble mobile phone coverage is holding our region’s economy back and putting the brakes on investment, Norfolk Chamber of Commerce claims.
Wednesday, May 03 2017 – Source: EDP
East Anglia’s caravan, camping and holiday parks are seeing a surge in holidaymakers as they look closer to home because of security fears and the falling value of the pound.
Tuesday, May 02 2017 – Source: EDP
The release of results in a regional tourism survey has raised questions about government’s commitment to supporting to the sector.
Wednesday, April 26 2017 – Source: EDP
From the tranquil Broads to the coastal hotspots of Southwold and Cromer, the value of the tourism industry in East Anglia has topped £10bn for the first time this year. But business leaders believe the winds of change may be blowing in
Wednesday, April 26 2017 – Source: EDP
Ambitious plans to boost the size of a popular Southwold tourist attraction have been given the green light by planners.
Friday, April 21 2017 – Source: EDP
Parents across Norfolk can now join their children on an adrenaline-fuelled break.
Monday, April 10 2017 – Source: EDP
Spring visitors in their hundreds flocked to see newborn lambs this weekend, at a series of open days held at Felbrigg Hall Farm, near Cromer.
Sunday, April 09 2017 – Source: EDP
As the oldest working light house in East Anglia, Happisburgh Lighthouse has had a memorable life so far.
Saturday, April 08 2017 – Source: EDP
The RAF Red Arrows will be coming to Cromer Carnival later this year.
Wednesday, March 29 2017 – Source: EDP
A menu of activities for a great day out in Norfolk or Suffolk has been launched by Norfolk and Suffolk Tourist Attractions (NSTA) to coincide with English Tourism Week.
Tuesday, March 28 2017 – Source: EDP
A good long-range weather forecast looks set to boost visitor numbers to key Norfolk and Suffolk attractions this year as a week-long celebration of tourism gets underway.
Sunday, March 26 2017 – Source: EDP
It’s one small step for a man but one giant leap for one of Great Yarmouth’s most recognisable tourist attractions.
Wednesday, March 22 2017 – Source: EDP
A new £300,000 exhibition at Great Yarmouth’s Sealife Centre is to be officially opened tomorrow.
Wednesday, March 22 2017 – Source: EDP
A caravan park in Norfolk has been awarded with one of the AA’s top camp site awards.
Wednesday, March 22 2017 – Source: EDP
Peter Williamson, who runs Merrivale Model Village at Great Yarmouth has won the Superstar top accolade at the resort’s annual awards celebrating the best of the area’s tourism and business sector.
Wednesday, March 15 2017 – Source: EDP
A seaside holiday location has picked up a nomination for a national tourism award.
Thursday, March 09 2017 – Source: EDP
Dad’s Army and Eastenders star Ian Lavender is set to open a popular Norfolk town’s museum this weekend.
Wednesday, March 08 2017 – Source: EDP
From stunning landscapes to ancient wonders to the world famous Ceylon Tea, the beautiful island of Sri Lanka has it all. And, as Emma Knights and Oliver Franzen discovered, there is even a little bit of Norfolk nestled high up in the hills.
Saturday, February 25 2017 – Source: EDP
East Anglia could be at the centre of a multi-million pound HBO miniseries following the story of two US airmen.
Thursday, February 23 2017 – Source: EDP
Rail enthusiasts will be given a treat later this year when the 60163 Tornado puffs into Great Yarmouth.
Wednesday, February 22 2017 – Source: EDP
A north Norfolk farm has been named the best in the East of England in the tourism enterprise category of the 2016 Countryside Alliance Awards, also known as the rural Oscars.
Wednesday, February 22 2017 – Source: EDP
The increasingly popular Broads Outdoors Festival has been extended by a week due to organiser demand.
Saturday, February 18 2017 – Source: EDP
A tourism organisation in north Norfolk is urging businesses to join forces to shape the future of the tourist industry in the county
Wednesday, February 15 2017 – Source: EDP
A four-strong team of countryside rangers at popular north Norfolk beauty spot Kelling Heath have been hard at work over the winter, maintaining and improving the 30-acre Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), ready for it to re-open to the public next week.
Thursday, February 09 2017 – Source: EDP
Pleasure Beach boss Albert Jones is again bringing a landmark attraction to Great Yarmouth’s seafront in time for Easter.
Wednesday, February 08 2017 – Source: EDP
Norfolk and Suffolk seaside communities to benefit from government grant which could unlock treasure trove
Friday, January 20 2017 – Source: EDP
Buoyant holiday firms are anticipating a bumper 2017 as year-on-year booking levels soar.
Friday, January 13 2017 – Source: EDP
One of Norfolk’s top tourist attractions is celebrating a record-breaking 2016, with visitor numbers up for the fifth year running.
Wednesday, January 11 2017 – Source: EDP
A slump in the pound giving visitors more for their money could see the region enjoy a bumper year for tourism.
Tuesday, January 3 2017 – Source: EDP
A holiday park group which owns sites including Suffolk Sands, Broadland Sands and Felixstowe Beach has been bought in a £362m deal.
Monday, December 19 2016 – Source: EDP
A delegate of 29 Chinese tourists being taken out on the Broads by Visit Britain during English Tourism Week. It is part of a drive to encourage more Chinese tourists to the UK. The local group holiday firm is cashing in on a slice of the increasingly lucrative Chinese tourist market, which generated £586m nationally last year.
Wednesday, December 14 2016 – Source: EDP
Without the vision of Henry Le Strange in the mid-19th century, Hunstanton would not be the seaside resort it is today.
Saturday, December 10 2016 – Source: EDP
Tourism chiefs in Great Yarmouth are looking forward to next year’s Air Show describing it as their biggest project yet.
Friday, December 09 2016 – Source: EDP
A landowner who blamed Brexit for his plan to host outdoor concerts at his Cromer estate is now set to launch what he claims will be the town’s only campsite.
Wednesday, December 07 2016 – Source: EDP
With millions of disabled tourists contributing billions to the economy, attraction owners and accommodation providers are waking up to the importance of accessibility.
Wednesday, December 07 2016 – Source: EDP
Investment in luxury accommodation, no hassle travel and a move towards short breaks is fuelling a steep rise in the number of young people holidaying in the region.
Wednesday, November 30 2016 – Source: EDP
From restaurants to reserves, beaches to Broads and parks to pubs, they all had a place at our tourism awards.
Friday, November 25 2016 – Source: EDP
A membership body promoting tourism in Norfolk has joined forces with colleagues in Suffolk to package the region as a whole.
Tuesday, November 22 2016 – Source: EDP
Sport and leisure clubs are joining forces with hotels to benefit from well-positioned customers.
Friday, November 18 2016 – Source: EDP
People visiting Broadland spent £127m in the district last year, as its tourism value jumped by 3.2pc.
Thursday, November 17 2016 – Source: EDP
Campsite – it is a word which for many will dredge up memories, whether fond or loathed, of family breaks and school trips, battles to put up a tent in the rain, beans over the fire and almost-clean shower blocks.
Wednesday, November 16 2016 – Source: EDP
Tourism has been described as the key to economic growth in north Norfolk after new figures revealed the area attracted almost 8m visitors last year.
Monday, November 14 2016 – Source: EDP
They are two easterly cities which, at first glance, do not appear to have much in common.
Sunday, November 13 2016 – Source: EDP
A balmy summer and Brexit shock made for a strong summer for Great Yarmouth’s tourism traders.
Monday, November 7 2016 – Source: EDP
Judges have made their visits, compared their notes – and the results are in.
Saturday, October 29 2016 – Source: EDP
Nearly a quarter of all jobs in Norwich now rely on the city’s multimillion-pound tourism economy, which shot up by 27m last year.
Wednesday, October 19 2016 – Source: EDP
It began as a guide for drivers across the channel – and has evolved into a globally recognised mark of high-end dining.
Monday, October 7 2016 – Source: Norwich Evening News
Hoteliers and proprietors are being urged to capitalise on flash sale websites which have upped occupancy by up to a third for hotels in the region and generated out of season spending in the wider tourism industry.
Wednesday, October 5 2016 – Source: EDP
Destination, destination, destination.
Monday, October 3 2016 – Source: EDP
North Norfolk’s popularity as a tourist destination is booming with day trippers and people enjoying ‘staycations’ boosting the region’s economy. That’s the verdict from the latest tourism report.
Monday, September 26 2016 – Source: EDP
From a superhero training ground to a Second World War battlefield, our region has been transformed into it all.
Wednesday, September 21 2016 – Source: EDP
The value of Norfolk’s thriving tourism industry has topped the £3bn mark for the first time, we can reveal.
Thursday, September 15 2016 – Source: EDP
A historic hotel has proved it is catering for its modern day guests as it celebrates the completion of a £150,000 revamp to its city centre entrance.
Wednesday, September 14 2016 – Source: EDP
It was the hottest day of the year so far with a scorching temperature of above 34°C – the most sizzling September day in more than 100 years.
Tuesday, September 13 2016 – Source: ITV News
More than 250 people gathered at Open in Norwich yesterday evening for the prestigious EDP Norfolk Food and Drink Awards 2016.
Tuesday, September 13 2016 – Source: EDP
Tourists travel miles to explore the region’s treasures. But, as Lauren Cope reports, people living closer to home are also making the most of what’s on their doorstep.
Tuesday, September 6 2016 – Source: EDP
After we revealed a drive to entice younger generations out onto the Broads, correspondent Lauren cope talks to the body that, with its army of local business, will be putting much of the plan into practice.
Friday, September 2 2016 – Source: EDP
It is a haven for sunseekers with a sweep of golden sand below the undulating cliffs.
It is a haven for sunseekers with a sweep of golden sand below the undulating cliffs.
Thursday, September 1 2016 – Source: EDP
A Masterplan shaping tourism across the Broads will focus on unlocking the wetlands for younger generations and bringing the area into the digital age.
Wednesday, August 31 2016 – Source: EDP
Buoyant holiday firms claim the Brexit vote has triggered “phenomenal” bookings and bolstered confidence in future investment.
Friday, August 26 2016 – Source: EDP
Sunshine and temperatures tipping into the 20Cs has encouraged families to explore the region’s zoos, parks and gardens during the first half of the school summer holidays.
Friday, August 12 2016 – Source: EDP
In the short term Britain’s tourism industry looks set to benefit from the weak pound, but the long term impact is less clear.
Wednesday, August 3 2016 – Source: The Guardian
As the countdown begins for the EDP Hoseasons Tourism Awards 2016, we look at an award celebrating the best of Broads tourism.
Sunday, July 24 2016 – Source: EDP
Hopes have been raised that Great Yarmouth’s South Denes Caravan Park could be a thing of the future as well as the past.
Friday, July 22 2016 – Source: EDP
Thousands of Dutch visitors have sampled what the region has to offer thanks to a tourism campaign which is thought to have generated an extra £2.3m.
Thursday, July 21 2016 – Source: EDP
A Holiday resort with a 97-year history has proved it is moving with the times after a live video posted on social media attracted 100,000 views in less than a day.
Wednesday, July 6 2016 – Source: EDP
Holiday-makers looking to branch out for a new experience will be living the high life at a Suffolk holiday village after it launched a new range of luxury treehouses.
Thursday, June 30 2016 – Source: EDP
Cheap and hassle-free travel has bolstered the popularity of whistle-stop city breaks and quick trips. Tourism correspondent Lauren Cope looks at the move towards short breaks – and asks whether they are surrounding the death knell for the traditional two-week getaway.
Friday, June 24 2016 – Source: EDP
East Anglia’s tourism businesses could receive a boost following the Bretix vote, believes an industry expert.
Friday, June 24 2016 – Source: EDP
From the red chalk cliffs at Hunstanton to the hustle and bustle of vibrant Norwich market – as it emerges that overnight visits to the east have risen we look at Visit Norfolk’s top 21 must-see sights in the county.
Wednesday, June 22 2016 – Source: EDP
With stretches of breathtaking coastline, a rich history, flourishing independent businesses and booming attractions, Norfolk is well and truly a holiday hotspot.
Sunday, June 19 2016 – Source: EDP
Second home owners have been encouraged to capitalise on the region’s buoyant holiday industry as letting agencies report soaring demand for breaks in the east.
Tuesday, June 7 2016 – Source: EDP
The impact on tourism for holidaymakers and workers both at home and abroad is set to be a central issue in the European Union referendum.
Saturday, June 4 2016 – Source: EDP
Nestled between the River Bure and the Acle Straight, Stracey Arms Windpump is a familiar landmark for boaters and motorists alike. Now, an ambitious vision hopes to restore the well-known mill and transform it into a busy tourist attraction.
Saturday, June 4 2016 – Source: EDP
For many, it is the first point of call when booking a holiday or meal out – but with little regulation, and 350 million visitors a month, review website TripAdvisor often leaves businesses divided. Tourism correspondent Lauren Cope looks at how it affects Norfolk’s hotels and restaurants.
Wednesday, May 25 2016 – Source: EDP
It’s been called “a new dawn” for Broads Tourism.
Friday, May 13 2016 – Source: EDP
Horning-based Ferry Marina has launched an environmentally-friendly addition to its fleet of leisure boats.
Thursday, May 12 2016 – Source: EDP
Visitors to the wide skies, sandy beaches, culture and fresh air of East Anglia are playing an increasing role in the region’s economy.
Wednesday, May 11 2016 – Source: EDP
The region’s multi-billion pound tourism industry is feeling buoyant as the summer season begins.
Wednesday, April 27 2016 – Source: EDP
The majority of tourism businesses in the region believe the government does not do enough to support promotion of the area.
Thursday, April 21 2016 – Source: EDP
Chris Scargill speaking ahead of the full tourism survey results release next week
Wednesday, April 13 2016 – Source: EDP
Holiday firms in the region say major investment has turned the post-recession staycation trend into a lasting shift in holidaymakers’ attitudes.
Wednesday, April 6 2016 – Source: EDP
Although many of us realise that nowhere else quite beats the Suffolk coast for a day out or a holiday, many tourists flock to the south-west and to Cornwall for a break.
Wednesday, March 23 2016 – Source: EDP
Approval for a multi-million pound redesign at a long-running holiday park will turn a “sleeping giant” into a tourism boost for north Norfolk communities, its owner has said.
Wednesday, March 16 2016 – Source: EDP
A £150,000 drive to draw Dutch tourists to East Anglia has marked the beginning of a push to raise the region’s profile overseas.
Tuesday, March 15 2016 – Source: EDP
A new pass could be produced to encourage more visitors to stay in north Norfolk for longer this summer.
Sunday, March 13 2016 – Source: EDP
Tourism leaders in west Norfolk are promoting King’s Lynn as a major destination in its own right, in a bid to attract more visitors to the area.
Friday, March 11 2016 – Source: EDP
Chris Scargill, partner at Larking Gowen, said Norwich has been identified as a ‘hot spot’ for short breaks.
Wednesday, March 09 2016 – Source: EDP
Road signs across Norfolk could be displayed in Chinese in future to help drive more visitors to the area.
Monday, March 07 2016 – Source: EDP
Visitors to one of area’s most popular tourist attractions were transported back in time at the weekend to celebrate Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s 90th anniversary.
Sunday, March 06 2016 – Source: EDP
Thirty years ago, the historic site of Knight’s Hill was an abandoned farm and its derelict buildings were a sad sight on the outskirts of King’s Lynn – but it is now an award-winning hotel.
Friday March 04 2016 – Source: EDP
A new big wheel is set to arrive on the seafront next week ready to be open for Easter.
Wednesday, March 02 2016 – Source: EDP
An ambitious project, gathering momentum, could see north Norfolk’s coastline become the region’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Monday, February 29 2016 – Source: EDP
Visitors to a major north Norfolk attraction will be charged the 1920’s entry price of 9p on Sunday as it celebrates a special anniversary with national significance.
Monday, February 29 2016 – Source: EDP
The ‘missing’ sections of Norwich’s Riverside walk could be plugged through a blueprint to breathe new life into the city’s river Wensum.
Monday, February 29 2016 – Source: EDP
A massive rise in north Norfolk beach hut hire charges will hit families on tight incomes and hit the pockets of seaside traders, according to opponents.
Thursday, February 18 2016 – Source: EDP
East Anglian tourism has finally “got its act together” and is now reaping the rewards, according to an industry leader.
Friday, February 12 2016 – Source: EDP
Visit East Anglia (VEA) has launched a promotion to attract more Dutch visitors following a successful bid under the Government’s GREAT UK Challenge Fund.
Wednesday, February 10 2016 – Source: Ipswich Star
A major legal challenge into the “wrong and misleading” rebranding of the Broads could be determined in the next few weeks.
Tuesday, February 9 2016 – Source: EDP
A “statement tourist attraction” could replace an abandoned building on the seafront.
Friday, February 5 2016 – Source: EDP
Art dealer Ivor Braka is planning to re-open a rural north Norfolk pub, closed for five years.
Monday, February 1 2016 – Source: EDP
Bosses at an award-wining north Norfolk holiday park said a commitment to customer service has underpinned a £1.5m investment programme to improve its facilities.
Thursday, January 28 2016 – Source: EDP
Great Yarmouth’s Nelson’s Monument could make a towering contribution to the town’s reinvention as a cultural and heritage hub, experts have concluded.
Sunday, January 24 2016 – Source: EDP
Tumbling oil and commodity prices could transform the balance of the region’s economy in 2016 and underscore the importance of the region’s tourism industry, according to one industry expert.
Friday, January 22 2016 – Source: EDP
The owners of Great Yarmouth’s Prom Hotel have shown their confidence in the town’s tourism and energy industries with a £600,000-plus investment in new facilities.
Monday, January 11 2016 – Source: EDP
Tourism bosses have set their sights on overseas visitors in a bid to make the industry a year-round affair while boosting the £4.79bn economy. Tourism and Broads correspondent ROSA MCMAHON reports.
Wednesday, November 18 2015 – Source: EDP
