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Find your local brokerNorwich is just one of the places our team is proud to call home, and we’re not the only ones singing the cathedral city’s praises.
It was recently named one of the best places to live 2023 by The Times, with Norwich’s independent shops, riverside views, close knit community and world-class entertainment just some of the reasons why it scored so highly in the latest annual rundown. But, what is it really like to live in Norwich?
In this blog post, we share the essentials of living, working and playing in Norwich for those buying property in this very desirable part of the UK.
For locals, life in Norwich pretty much revolves around its bustling food and drink scene. Yes, choosing to live in Norwich gives you uninterrupted access to foodie heaven, with several of the region’s best eateries setting up shop right here. You’ll find cafes, pubs, bars and restaurants for all tastes and budgets, with its growing selection of cocktail bars making Norwich a fabulous night out too.
With the second tallest spire in England, Norwich Cathedral is an obvious must-visit, but not the only attraction to explore. Whether you’re looking to entertain the family come the weekend or fill your evenings with exciting things to do and see, there’s plenty to squeeze into your itinerary.
Norwich Castle makes for an entertaining family day out, while adventure seekers will love starting their weekend with a paddleboard experience on one of two of the city’s peaceful rivers. The Norfolk Broads and the coast are also just a stone’s throw away offering endless fun for those who love the great outdoors.
If arts and culture are more your thing, Norwich Theatre Royal, Norwich Arts Centre, Norwich Playhouse and Sainsbury Centre host productions and exhibitions all year round. Shop until you drop at the many independent stores dotted around the city as well as Norwich Market, which just so happens to be the largest – and one of the oldest – open air markets in the UK.
Movers looking to combine business and leisure with a move to Norwich won’t be disappointed either. The active jobs market means there are plenty of opportunities in and around the city, with finance and service-based businesses particularly prolific in the area.
Those raising a family will find a safe community bursting with several, top-rated childcare options within the Early Years Sector and far beyond as Muddy Stilettos explains:
“High schools include Ofsted Good Jane Austen College with an Outstanding sixth form, which specialises in English, humanities and the arts, in partnership with Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form, the UK’s first specialist science and mathematics sixth form. Also rated Good is Notre Dame High School and Sixth Form. Creative teens eyeing up London art schools should look at City College‘s UAL diplomas taught in modern Creative Arts studios.”
Commutes to London or Cambridge are manageable for those looking for opportunities outside the local jobs market. By train, Liverpool Street Station is just 1.5 hours away, while Cambridge can be reached in just over one hour by car. Norwich Train Station has fantastic links to other major UK cities too. Norwich International Airport may also be small but gives great access to destinations a little further afield.
Whether you’re just about to start your property search or are considering the city of Norwich as a serious candidate, we can help you proceed and secure the home of your dreams. Contact our team today to discuss your circumstances.
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