Banham

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View across the village green. The war memorial and village sign > 1408844 can be seen in the background. Perhaps most widely known for its renowned zoo, the village of Banham is located along the B1113, 11 kilometres north of Diss, 19 kilometres east of Thetford and 32 kilometres south-west of Norwich. The tree-lined village green is surrounded by old thatched houses > 1408825 some with overhanging storeys, and dominated by St Mary's church > 1408886 which adjoins the green in the west. Industries in Banham include the Gaymer Cider factory and brick making from locally found clay. The village has a number of small shops, a Spar supermarket and a village shop > 1408855 and post office, two pubs, and a primary school which caters for about 120 pupils.
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View across the village green. The war memorial and village sign > 1408844 can be seen in the background. Perhaps most widely known for its renowned zoo, the village of Banham is located along the B1113, 11 kilometres north of Diss, 19 kilometres east of Thetford and 32 kilometres south-west of Norwich. The tree-lined village green is surrounded by old thatched houses > 1408825 some with overhanging storeys, and dominated by St Mary's church > 1408886 which adjoins the green in the west. Industries in Banham include the Gaymer Cider factory and brick making from locally found clay. The village has a number of small shops, a Spar supermarket and a village shop > 1408855 and post office, two pubs, and a primary school which caters for about 120 pupils.
Photo by Evelyn Simak (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Start of Track leading to Heath Farm
White House Farm
St Mary's church
Photo by Evelyn Simak (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

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Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort

Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort

4 out of 5
Ipswich Road Norwich England
The price is AED 491 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
AED 491
AED 589 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Norwich. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a golf course. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
I stayed here some years ago and was very impressed, however it is very tired and dated now, they are doing some renovations in some areas. Definitely not worth the money at the moment.

Reviewed on 12 March 2026

Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort
The Maids Head Hotel

The Maids Head Hotel

4 out of 5
Tombland Norwich England
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The price is AED 553 per night from Mar 13 to Mar 14
AED 553
AED 664 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
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Book a stay at this historic hotel in Norwich. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Very nice & comfortable, staff were great

Reviewed on 10 March 2026

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Sprowston Manor Hotel, Spa & Golf

Sprowston Manor Hotel, Spa & Golf

4 out of 5
Wroxham Road Norwich England
The price is AED 283 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
AED 283
AED 339 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Norwich. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Usually stay here, rooms are nice with the odd fault from time to time. Would be nice if they had bottles of water in the room. The thing that annoys me, and I think I've finally had it, is the gym times. Get in from a days work, just want to do an hour or two. Closes at 8, last admission at 7, and ...

Reviewed on 11 March 2026

Sprowston Manor Hotel, Spa & Golf
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Wellington Apartments

Wellington Apartments

4 out of 5
St Faiths Ln Norwich England
Stay at this aparthotel in Norwich. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (428 reviews)
Staff very friendly, room was clean and had everything we needed.

Reviewed on 25 February 2026

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The White Horse Inn

The White Horse Inn

4 out of 5
Norwich Road (Main A140) Eye England
Stay at this apartment in Eye. Enjoy free parking and a restaurant. Popular attractions Mid-Suffolk Light Railway and EmZo are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (292 reviews)
Yes room in good condition staff good

Reviewed on 20 February 2026

The White Horse Inn
3 Bed House - Sleeps 5 - Garden - Parking - Wifi

3 Bed House - Sleeps 5 - Garden - Parking - Wifi

3 out of 5
Norwich England
Stay at this apartment in Norwich. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Mousehold Heath and Badminton at Blyth Jex are located ...
3 Bed House - Sleeps 5 - Garden - Parking - Wifi
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