What’s on near our Norfolk parks in 2023
2023 promises to be action-packed and full of fun in Norfolk. We’re looking forward to welcoming events back to East Anglia this year as much as anyone!
There's something going on in Norfolk for everyone and it's never too early to start your activity planning for next year. We have four Haven Holiday Parks in and around Great Yarmouth that make a great base when getting involved with events, so we’ve got you covered for accommodation. We've also put together this list of the best events in Norfolk to make things easier for you, so clear your schedule and get booking to make 2023 a year to remember.
Until 20 March 2023 – Retro Games Exhibition, Time and Tide, Great Yarmouth
Who doesn’t love a good game or two? This Time and Tide exhibition goes through the 40+ year history from Arcade classics to the ZX Spectrum, charting the rise of computer games in the 80s to the present day.
This a brilliant one for all the family and runs until 20 March 2023, so get down there for a full showcase of gaming throughout the years!
April – Charlie and Chocolate Factory, Norwich Theatre Royal
The classic tale of Charlie Bucket takes to the stage in the heart of Norwich from 20 – 29 April 2023.
The production is part of the first ever UK and Ireland tour of the successful West End and Broadway musical. Take you and the family into a world of imagination with this legendary story!
May - Crab & Lobster Festival 2023, Cromer & Sheringham Norfolk
It's hoped Cromer and Sheringham Crab and Lobster Festival will return in 2023 after a four-year hiatus. It celebrates the world-famous seafood produced by these two Norfolk coastal resorts and attracts more than 20,000 people. The seafood bonanza was recently named as one of the best food festivals in the UK by Condé Nast Traveller. It's hoped the 2023 edition will feature the Scrumptious Seafood Trail, a street market, live music during the day and at night, street performers, and children’s activities. Check back closer to the time for confirmed dates!
June - The Royal Norfolk Show
One of the most famous events in Norfolk, The Royal Norfolk Show is returning in 2023 on 28 & 29 June 2023. The UK’s largest two-day country show features 700 trade stands, over 3000 animals and a packed Grand Ring Programme. It is also Norfolk’s biggest food and drink experience, so don’t fill up before you go!
July - Sandringham Flower Show, Sandringham Estate
One of the most prestigious horticultural events in Norfolk returns on 26 July 2023. The show attracts around 20,000 visitors each year including HRH King Charles and Camilla, Queen Consort. View the display gardens which rival any of the major horticultural shows, dine in the large catering marquee and browse the 200 or so trade stands set up around the grounds. A wander around the grounds of Sandringham House, gardens and church is included in the entrance fee. Parking is free of charge and dogs are welcome to join in the fun.
August - Cromer Carnival, Cromer
The residents of Cromer will be delighted to welcome you back to their town on 16 August 2023. There’ll be music, dancing, traditional stalls and the main event - the Grand Carnival Parade - don’t miss out on all the fun!
September - Foodies Festival, Norwich
This festival does exactly what it says on the tin. Foodies take note: Earlham Park is the venue for a three-day extravaganza for the family’s tastebuds. With headline acts alongside the food in the evening, this really is a magnificent day out and definitely one to put in the calendar. The festival runs from 8 – 10 September. Jot it down!
October – Norwich Oktoberfest
Norwich’s Epic Studios is home to the biggest Oktoberfest celebration that Norfolk has seen for years. Everything you’d expect from the real thing in Germany is yours here, from Bavarian Beer to iconic Bratwurst. There’s live music from the Bavarian Strollers and a range of Euro-Pop classics. Get ready for a great night on 7 October 2023.
November - Cliff Top Fireworks Display, Hunstanton
Hunstanton Cliffs are certainly a dramatic spot to celebrate Guy Fawkes's night. Doors open at 5.00pm on Saturday 4 November 2023 with the fireworks beginning a couple of hours later. Food stalls, a fairground, and children's entertainment will also be available on the night. So, wrap up warm for this amazing bonfire, laser and fireworks spectacle and get ready to be amazed.
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*New holiday homes from £29,995 – UPDATED 29 August 2024
*Holiday home price is based on a new 3-bedroom ABI Horizon holiday home and includes siting, connections and standard accessories.
Price excludes 2024 site fees, running costs and add-ons requested at point of sale. Subject to status and availability.
As at 29 August 2024, price is available at selected parks Blue Dolphin, Craig Tara, Cleethorpes Beach, Caister, Combe Haven, Far Grange, Greenacres, Golden Sands, Haggerston, Orchards, and Quay West. Price can be withdrawn at any time.
Images are shown for representational purposes. Access to holiday home is subject to park opening times.
Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL. We may receive commission from the finance provider if you enter into an agreement with them.
Pre-owned holiday homes from £14,995 – UPDATED 31 JULY 2024 *Holiday home price is based on a pre-owned holiday home and includes siting, connections and standard accessories.
Price excludes 2024 site fees, running costs and add-ons requested at point of sale. Subject to status and availability.
As at 31 July 2024, price is available at Blue Dolphin, Caister, Cleethorpes Beach, Combe Haven, Craig Tara, Far Grange, Greenacres, Golden Sands, Haggeston, Orchards, Quay West, Skegness and Wild Duck.
Images are shown for representational purposes. Access to holiday home is subject to park opening times.
Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL. We may receive commission from the finance provider if you enter into an agreement with them.
Free 2024 site fees when you buy a Haven holiday home
Offer is applicable to new customer purchases made through Haven from 19 April 2024, completing by 31 December 2024.
Offer excludes part-exchanges or private sales. Available on new & pre-owned holiday homes at the following selected parks only: Kent Coast, Burnham-on-Sea, Cleethorpes Beach, Craig Tara, Far Grange, Golden Sands, Haggerston Castle, Hopton, Orchards, Skegness and Wild Duck.
A credit equivalent to the value of your site fees due during the 2024 season will be applied to your account balance on completion of your purchase for use against your running costs e.g. utilities, after-sale add-ons e.g storage boxes or site fees. It cannot be applied to your purchase or refunded in cash.
Subject to availability and status. Deposit required. Access to your holiday home is subject to park opening times.
Offer cannot be combined with any other offer, discount, or promotion. Offer may be withdrawn or changed at any time without notice. Full site fees will be payable for subsequent years.
Images are shown for representational purposes.
Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL. We may receive commission from the finance provider if you enter into an agreement with them.
Let2offset - make no site fee payments until 2031
Let2offset is a contractual lettings product that offers eligible owners a guaranteed letting income at a preferential rate (calculated each year) in exchange for a stipulated number of letting breaks. It also allows eligible owners to pay their site fees and receive their letting income in 12 equal monthly instalments; the monthly site fee amount charged by Haven will be after deduction of the letting income.
‘Make no site fee payments when using Let2offset until 2031’ is available at 33 Haven parks excluding Burnham, Cardigan View, Far Grange, Garreg Wen, Lydstep Beach, Riviere Sands and Seaview. The letting income received will vary by make, model and location. The monthly site fee payment does not include running costs e.g. utilities, rates & insurance.
“Make no site fee payments when using Let2offset until 2031” is applicable to new and existing customer purchases of new Atlas Sahara 3 Bed or equivalent or superior grade holiday home purchases made through Haven where customers have also signed up to Haven’s Let2offset contract. It is not applicable to private sales and cannot be used in conjunction with our free Site Fee promotion. It is available across 40% of eligible Parks and applies when letting a new Atlas Sahara 3 Bed holiday home (or equivalent or superior grade for 15 weeks.
An example of how “Make no site fee payments when using Let2offset until 2031” operates under Let2offset is the purchase of an Atlas Sahara 3 Bed holiday home at Primrose Valley with a monthly site fee of £585.00 (includes purchasing discount of £45) and monthly letting income of £803.67. The monthly difference equates to £218.67, which will be credited to the owner's account. Both letting income and site fees are subject to yearly pricing reviews and the monthly site fee costs and letting income shown in the example are based on 2024 figures.
Modelled assumptions on expected annual site fee and letting income charges over the 7-year lettable life of the Atlas Sahara 3 Bed indicate that under Let2offset it is anticipated that these customers will continue to receive a monthly credit during this period, however, this is not guaranteed. The modelled assumptions are based on the historical performance of Haven over the past 5 years of trading.
Images are shown for representational purposes. Access to holiday home is subject to park opening times.
Park cannot be used as a permanent residence. Haven Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 01968698) and is a FCA appointed representative of Bourne Leisure Limited (t/a Haven). Bourne Leisure Ltd is registered in England (No. 04011660) and is authorised and regulated by the FCA (Financial Services Register No. 312847) as a credit broker and insurance distributor. Registered office: One Park Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 4YL. We may receive commission from the finance provider if you enter into an agreement with them.