| The Brecks, Fens and Thetford area is | | | | |
| undoubtedly one of the best-kept secrets of | | | | Visitors keen to protect this unique |
| East Anglia. A unique landscape where nature | | | | environment can leave their car behind and |
| thrives, culture and heritage are celebrated | | | | explore the area using the innovative |
| and fascinating places wait to be discovered. | | | | Flexibus service or follow one of three Car |
| | | | eFree itineraries. For a truly 'green' |
| For those looking for a relaxing break in | | | | experience, choose accommodation boasting the |
| natural surroundings, The Brecks is an ideal | | | | Green Tourism Business Scheme Award. |
| destination. Relish the peace and quiet of | | | | |
| forest and heathland walks, or for a more | | | | The area is dotted with bustling market towns |
| active option, jump on a bicycle, or even a | | | | rich in character, heritage and local |
| horse, and explore off-road trails. To really | | | | activity. The communities of Thetford, |
| get away from it all, bring a picnic and find | | | | Swaffham, Watton, Brandon and Mildenhall in |
| a tranquil spot in one of the area's several | | | | the Brecks, and Ely, Boston and Spalding in |
| country parks. | | | | the Fens all have their own distinctive |
| | | | features and attractions. Lively market days |
| The more adventurous can discover the many | | | | make for a fun shopping experience and a |
| activities on offer in The Fens. In addition | | | | chance to pick up fresh local produce, while |
| to walking and cycling trails a-plenty, you | | | | there are plenty of varied shops, cafés |
| can set sail on a yacht along the miles of | | | | and restaurants to suit all tastes. |
| inland waterways, try your hand at fishing | | | | |
| and spot some of the thousands of birds that | | | | Museums and stately homes, steeped in |
| flock to the mud flats and marshes of this | | | | history, depict the area's fascinating past, |
| special landscape. | | | | including stories of the legendary Queen |
| | | | Boudicca and her Iceni tribe. Alternatively a |
| Equally, families looking for a memorable | | | | trip to the nearby Iceni and Brandon |
| break away together will be spoilt for | | | | breweries offers a great chance to sample a |
| choice. Youngsters can roam, run and cycle | | | | local tipple. |
| through the woodland paths of Thetford Forest | | | | |
| Park, discovering the surprises of the Giant | | | | Lastly, with Thetford playing host to various |
| Play Sculpture Trail, testing their skills at | | | | high profile events throughout the year, |
| orienteering and keeping a look out for deer | | | | ranging from Halloween and Christmas events |
| and other wildlife. The more daring can take | | | | to outdoor music concerts and theatre, |
| to the trees on the Go Ape assault course of | | | | visitors have a wealth of opportunities to |
| ropes and swings. | | | | gain some memories to last a lifetime. |