If you're looking to tour through a classic English small town then traveling out to see seaside Sheringham in Norfolk, England is the thing to do.
Sheringham, a seaside town of about 7,000 people, lies on England's southeast coastline. Historically, the area was known not only for its farming activities, but it also carried on a vigorous fishing industry for most of the 19th century and early part of the 20th century due to its geographic location. Back then, it was able to take advantage of rail shipping of its seafood catches to other larger English towns and cities.
The town today makes good use of a thriving central district, which is lined with many shops and stores. It also features a very large open-air market near its train station every Saturday of the year. There area also a number of hobby-type shops, in addition to the town being able to boast of its own theatrical playhouse and company of actors and actresses.
Sheringham has not been welcoming to large big-box supermarkets or department stores. This has helped to preserve the small-town feel of the place, happily enough, and which also helps to make it a major attraction for tourists out seeking a classic English seaside town experience.
Sheringham is home to Saint Joseph Roman Catholic Church, which saw its construction begin back in 1902. It was designed by the famous architect Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, who also designed Liverpool Cathedral. Saint Joseph Church is admired for British design classic, the country is a trademark of Catholic churches throughout the region.
The city is located in Sheringham Norfolk County, a mostly rural area of about 830,000 people. It presents the historic city of Norwich, along with natural attractions such as Holkham Bay.
If you are looking for a beautiful day in a classic English seaside town, and Sheringham in Norfolk, England, and is definitely for you.
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