Banham

Travel Guide

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)
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 506 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
AED 506
AED 608 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
My husband and I were celebrating my husbands birthday Our experience was wonderful from check in to check out! In particular when we went to have a swim one of the members of staff on the leisure centre desk was extremely helpful My husband… who is in his 60’s … has early onset Alzheimer’s. I was ...

Reviewed on 25 January 2026

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

The Maids Head Hotel

4 out of 5
Tombland Norwich England
The price is AED 509 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
AED 509
AED 611 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
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)
The rooms were nice and clean and the staff helpful and friendly . I would stay again .

Reviewed on 21 January 2026

The Maids Head Hotel
Sprowston Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Club

Sprowston Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Club

4 out of 5
Wroxham Road Norwich England
The price is AED 275 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
AED 275
AED 330 total
1 Mar - 2 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! (1,000 reviews)
Really good as always

Reviewed on 28 January 2026

Sprowston Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Club
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3 bedroom accommodation in Banham

3 bedroom accommodation in Banham

Banham
Stay at this cottage in Norwich. Enjoy free WiFi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Banham Zoo and The Spa at Aldercarr Hall are located nearby.
Lovely property has everything you need
The owner lives next door and she was lovely and helpful and made me feel welcome

Reviewed on 18 May 2023

3 bedroom accommodation in Banham
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! (419 reviews)
Clean room, friendly reception staff, room had everything you could need.

Reviewed on 18 January 2026

Wellington Apartments
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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Popular places to visit

Sainsbury Centre for the Visual Arts which includes interior views and art

University of East Anglia

Explore the campus of University of East Anglia during your stay in Norwich. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

University of East Anglia
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Norwich Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, interior views and heritage elements

Norwich Cathedral

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Norwich Cathedral
Norwich Castle which includes night scenes and heritage architecture

Norwich Castle

You can browse the exhibits at Norwich Castle, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Norwich. Attend a football game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Banham Zoo

Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Banham Zoo home during your trip to Banham? Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Banham Zoo
Sainsbury Centre for the Visual Arts featuring a garden and modern architecture as well as a small group of people

Sainsbury Centre for the Visual Arts

You can browse the exhibits at Sainsbury Centre for the Visual Arts, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Norwich. Make time for the spas and golf courses in this relaxing area.

Sainsbury Centre for the Visual Arts