And, with several parks which have earned the Green Flag Award, which recognises and rewards well managed parks and green spaces, on our doorstep, take a look at where you can spend some quality time out.
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5. Quarry Park
In 2016 Quarry Park was granted Local Nature Reserve Status. Quarry Park offers a range of woodland walks, wildflower meadows, natural play and exploratory recreation in a natural environment. Photo: Photo Neil Cross

6. Norfolk Heritage Park
First opened in 1848, Norfolk Heritage Park is one of the oldest public parks in the country. This very popular park is laid out around a circular carriageway and has a rolling, Grade II listed, pastoral landscape enclosed by woodland. Photo: Marisa Cashill

