Now that summer is in full swing, many people will be looking for a good place to while away a weekend day.
Luckily, Norfolk is full of beautiful National Trust sites that look especially glorious when soaked in the sun.
Here are five heritage sites in Nelson's County that are well worth visiting this summer.
1. Blickling Hall
A Jacobean mansion set in acres of parkland, the Blickling Estate, near Aylsham, boasts formal gardens, a lake and the remains of the original village nearby.
It also has a ghoulish connection to Anne Boleyn.
Henry VIII's second wife was born on the estate grounds and reportedly returns as a ghost on the anniversary of her execution each year.
The estate also has long walking routes and enough space to make a full day out.
2. Felbrigg Hall
Known for its 17th-century hall, walled kitchen garden and restored orangery, Felbrigg, in north Norfolk, is one of the county's neatest all-rounders.
Its collection includes a Cabinet Room built for Grand Tour treasures, exquisite wallpaper, novelties such as a magic lantern, children's toys and a library.
The estate’s parkland trails and woodland walks make it more than just a house visit and perfect for a day out enjoying the sun.
3. Oxburgh Estate
This moated Tudor manor near Thetford has battlements, a priest hole and a proper sense of history.
The surrounding garden, orchard and riverside walks add a quieter, more rural feel.
4. Sheringham Park
Designed by Humphry Repton, this clifftop estate is best known for its sweeping views, unusual planting and rhododendron walks.
On a clear day, you get a strong mix of sea air and landscaped parkland.
5. Horsey Windpump
A working windpump on the Broads with views across marshland and reedbeds, Horsey Windpump is a good spot for birds as much as historic buildings.
The nearby paths also link neatly into other local wildlife walks.
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