Living in Norwich
Norwich combines a rich heritage and history with an exciting and contemporary atmosphere. 1,500 historic buildings, including the 900-year-old cathedral and Norman castle, share the city with modern developments such as The Forum, Norwich's state-of-the-art central library and media centre.
Norwich is a thriving cultural centre with a number of galleries, museums, theatres and events, including the oldest international arts festival in the UK. One of the top 10 shopping centres in the UK, Norwich is a major regional focus for business and commerce. It is a city with a warm and welcoming attitude to its student population.
Beyond the city limits, the county of Norfolk's great houses and medieval villages provide their own historical and architectural interest. Norfolk enjoys a tranquil coastline strewn with beaches and small fishing communities. The world famous Norfolk Broads National Park comprises a network of lakes and rivers stretching 200km.
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Shopping
One of the top 10 shopping centres in the UK, Norwich is a major regional focus for business and commerce, including the country's largest permanent six-day market. |
Heritage
The City of Norwich combines a rich heritage and history with an exciting and contemporary atmosphere. |
Arts
Consistently rated as one of the safest and 'greenest' cities in the UK, Norwich is alive with the creative arts.
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"Norwich is a thriving, living city, a contemporary place, which has consistently moved ahead in its own distinctive, radical and independent way."
Stephen Fry
TV personality
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"Once you get to know Norfolk, there is no better place to live."
John Timpson
Journalist and radio presenter
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Nightlife
Norwich has a welcoming and warm attitude to its student population, you'll find the city a safe place to live with hundreds of student-friendly pubs, clubs, restaurants, cafes and bars to keep you entertained when you're not studying.
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Region
Contrasting the energy of the city you'll be spoilt for choice of stimulating natural places to go beyond the city limits. The county of Norfolk enjoys a tranquil coastline strewn with deserted beaches and small fishing communities.
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Sport
Norwich is a sporting city with excellent facilities provided including a large number of gyms and sports fields. Whether you're interested in participating or watching Norwich provides a variety of opportunities from grassroots level all the way up to the highest tier of professional sports.
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