44 travel profile www.greateranglia.co.uk Eastern Daily Press, Friday, August 24, 2012 Eastern Daily Press, Friday, August 24, 2012 www.greateranglia.co.uk travel profile 45 Train info 2 for 1 offers

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The East Anglian Railway Museum is ■ Broads Tours, Wroxham ■ Paradise Wildlife Park There are some wonderful animal parks a living heritage site based at Chappel 2 for 1 OFFER Book one place and get the 2 for 1 OFFER Two for one entry and zoos in the region to visit, with railway station near Colchester. second one free ■ Shepreth Wildlife Park many of them offering 2 for 1 entry Situated on the edge of breath-taking ■ The Canoe Man, Wroxham 2 for 1 OFFER Two for one entry when you travel by train (see the panel Constable country and adjacent to one 2 for 1 OFFER Two canoe trips for the price ■ Top Events Activity Park far right for details). of the largest railway viaducts in of one 2 for 1 OFFER Two for one Aerial Adventure If it’s tigers, monkeys and exotic eastern England, the complex of ■ The Waterside Rollesby animals you’re seeking, then jump on a original Victorian buildings has a 2 for 1 OFFER Two for on Guided Broads Tour *Terms and conditions apply – please see train and head to Shepreth Wildlife unique story to tell of railways and at The Waterside Rollesby the brochure or website for details. Park or Paradise Wildlife Park, both in people’s lives in East Anglia from the Hertfordshire, for a fun day out. And 1840s through to the 21st century. Visit lots of family fun: Sightseeing Bus Tours (see our panel on Adventure Golf just up the road in hopper racing, farmyard animals and don’t forget the popular zoos Africa this weekend and enjoy their Day Out Atttractions include the right for 2 for 1 offers with Norwich Hemsby. much more. competition Alive at Kessingland, near , with Thomas event. (clockwise from top and Ipswich City Sightseeing). While you’re there, you can also enjoy And if heights are your thing, play at and Banham Zoo near Thetford. Running from August 25-27, children left) Audley End Norfolk’s wonderful waterways and Yesterday’s World with its life-size being a monkey at Top Events Activity There are also some wonderful native can enjoy unlimited rides on at least House and Gardens, wildlife can be experienced from the Victorian streets, shops and splendid Park – perfect for older kids. Or, you animals that children can have a hands- four character trains, as well as circus IWM Duxford, Easton comfort of a relaxing boat tour with carousel. You can also gain 2 for 1 entry can always opt for a quieter day, Win a two-night break in Norwich on experience with at places including skills, Punch and Judy and much more. Farm Park and both Broads Tours and The Waterside to Magical Golf FX at Manning’s exploring our many RSPB nature Easton Farm Park, Baylham House Alternatively, head to the beach at Banham Zoo. Rollesby, while Orwell River Cruises Amusement Park in Felixstowe, Suffolk. reserves in the region One lucky winner will be travelling to Rare Breeds Farm and Jimmy’s Farm Sheringham in Norfolk, and as well as will guide you along the beautiful River Traditional family entertainment Norwich by First Class rail with Greater in Suffolk, Wroxham Barns in Norfolk, some seaside fun children can also ride In addition, some of Orwell from Ipswich. guaranteed to put smiles on little faces! Bringing history alive... Anglia for a two-night break in Norwich and Lee Valley Park Farms in Essex. on the steam trains along the Poppy these and many more No one can visit Cambridge without Our region is brimming with fantastic (www.visitnorwich.co.uk) including Line to Holt, with sea views all the way. currently have 2 for 1 climbing aboard a punt, and with Tire them out for bedtime... and interactive museums that really Visitor Attractions Passes to explore The power of steam… From August 31 to September 2, they offers (panel top Scudamore’s Punting Company you It’s always nice when you’re on holiday bring history alive for children and one of the best preserved medieval cities What little boy or girl (or adult come to will be holding their Steam Gala, where right) and there are can enjoy 2 for 1 on a College Backs or enjoying a day out when at the end adults alike. in England. think of it) doesn’t get excited by a you can hop aboard two giants of steam group savings Tour. And, if you don’t mind a little of the day little ones fall asleep as soon No matter what the weather, a trip to The winner will stay at the four-star Maid’s steam engine? The on-going success and – the Tornado and the Black Prince. It’s available from activity, you can always hire a canoe as their head hits the pillow, allowing one of East Anglia’s museums should Head Hotel (www.maidsheadhotel.co.uk), popularity of Thomas the Tank Engine a steam buff ’s dreams come true – Greater Anglia (panel along the River Bure in Norfolk with you a peaceful and relaxing evening. be top of your agenda. See our panel on pictured right, reputedly the oldest hotel in is proof enough of our long-lasting whatever their age! top left). The Canoe Man. To ensure this, enjoy a couple of the left for eleven 2 for 1 museum England. The hotel is centrally located in fondness of steam trains. Miniature Railway, both offering 2 for 1 hours at Retroskate in Great Yarmouth savings – from Norwich Castle and the heart of the city in the Norwich Terms and conditions There are many steam engine services and situated in the beautiful county of Show me, show me... All the fun of the fair... with its main and mini rink, cafe, shop IWM Duxford to the Cambridge and Cathedral Quarter, close to all the main The hotel is offered for two adults in a dotted around the region still in Norfolk. Visit Audley End in Essex and A tour is always a brilliant way to let Sometimes, all that’s called for is a fun and under-threes soft play area. County Folk Museum and the National attractions and superb shops. twin/double room on bed and breakfast operation and also some fantastic enjoy a ride on their miniature railway children see new and interesting sights and easy day. Visit Norfolk’s traditional Skylark Maize Maze in Trust’s Elizabethan House Museum in To enter, visit www.greateranglia. basis and is subject to availability. The exhibits and museums dedicated to the – a delightful 1.5-mile ride on Lord without the torment of aching legs, seaside town of Great Yarmouth and Cambridgeshire is brilliant fun, Great Yarmouth. co.uk/win and answer the question for break must be taken by February 28, age of steam. Braybrooke’s private 10¼in gauge piggy backs and shoulder rides! Get on when you come off the beach try your covering 12 acres and also offering However you decide to spend your day your chance to win! Closing date for all 2013. Prize is non-transferable. Rail Some highlights include Bressingham railway through the estate woodland an open top bus for a tour of many of hand at a little crazy golf at Hollywood bouncy castles, tractor rides, football out, we hope our many suggestions help entries is Sunday, September 2, 2012. tickets are valid on Greater Anglia Steam and Gardens and Bure Valley where children will enjoy looking out East Anglia’s fine cities with City Indoor Adventure Golf or Lost World shoot out, go-kart race track, space you to enjoy some quality family time.

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