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NORFOLK Seek out memorable seasonal experiences


What travellers want has changed. Sightseeing is out; now, it’s all about the experiences. Visitors want to go somewhere that gives them a real sense of discovery — somewhere they can eat like a local, try a new activity, and explore nature. After all, this is the stuff memories are made of. Tis trend in experiential tourism


is on the rise. So too is the quest for sustainable


tourism (or low-im-


pact travel), whether it takes the form of visiting outside peak season; exploring by train, bus and bike or on foot; or buying from local suppliers to reduce food miles. Tis type of travel is becoming


ever more popular across six regions of the UK and France, where visitors can discover unique experiences tailored to the autumn and winter months, making them appealing destinations whatever the weather. Here’s


some you started.


Norfolk Tis rural county, famous for its coast, countryside and big skies, offers hundreds of exciting off-peak season experiences. In the Broads National Park, be


adventurous and try the winter paddleboarding safari with Go Paddle Norfolk or enjoy an afternoon tea on a beautifully restored 1950s Norfolk cruiser with Eastwood Whelpton. Immerse yourself in nature with a


walk or cycle along miles of Norfolk’s (mostly flat) trails. Te jewel in its crown is the new 250-mile Norfolk Way Art Trail, which features five remarkable art installations. Or soak up picturesque views along the upgraded Bure Valley Path, an easy nine miles from Aylsham to Wroxham, which runs parallel to a quaint narrow-gauge railway. Watch the world go by from book


benches scattered around Norwich, a UNESCO City of Literature that has inspired writers for more than 900 years.


inspiration to get


Discover unique activities tailored to autumn and winter in the UK and France while travelling sustainably Make the most of the extra hours


of darkness by taking in the wonders of the night sky with stargazing at Salhouse Broad or join amateur astronomers for activities at the new


solar-powered in Hunstanton.


Kent Lonely Planet placed the glorious Kent Heritage Coast at number four on its list of the world’s best regions to visit (‘Best in Travel 2022’) — and with good reason. An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this coast is home to stunning sandy beaches, the iconic White Cliffs of Dover and a thriving cultural scene. For a fun day out, sip some of England’s finest wine with Wine Tours of Kent. You’ll be whisked through the rolling countryside for tastings at the county’s best vine- yards, before stopping off for a rural pub lunch. To get closer to nature, cosy up on


a cold night in Romney Marsh Shep- herds Huts before heading to the Kent Downs for a photography lesson, or take a walk and marvel at some of the sculptures on the North Downs Way Arts Trail. Become a woodsman for a day with Natural Pathways to learn traditional woodworking skills, enjoy a guided walk of the ancient woods and forage a meal to cook on the campfire.


West Cornwall Te spectacular coastline is a feast for all the senses on a leisurely stroll along Mount’s Bay coast path. Recent improvements to the surface and access have made it a truly inclusive route whatever the weather, whether you’re on foot, on a bike or travel- ling with a wheelchair or pushchair. A cultural landmark now lines the 2.5-mile path: Gwelen, a series of 85 oak sculptures created by artist Emma Smith. Tese impressive sculp- tures invite you to rest your legs while imagining the ancient, submerged forest hidden in Mount’s Bay.


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