Five places to see the autumn leaves across Norfolk

Though the days will get shorter and colder as the autumn equinox ushers in a new season, our moods will get a much-needed boost when the trees turn into fiery reds, oranges and yellows. 

Here are five of the best spots to soak up the seasonal colors across the county:

1. Thetford Forest, Thetford

PA Archive/PA Images (Image: PA Archive/PA Images) With just over 18,000 hectares to explore, what better way to take in the autumn leaves than at the largest manmade lowland forest in the UK.

With woodland walks, cycle hire, picnic spots and adventure activities on offer, visitors can also stay overnight in holiday lodges. 

Though many of the trees are pine, there will still be plenty of colourful broadleaved trees to admire.

2. Mousehold Heath, Norwich 

Mousehold Heath (Image: Newsquest)

Not only one of the best places to take in the view of the city's skyline, the heath turns into an autumnal wonderland as its 180 acres of woodland and heathland changes into a beautiful range of hues. 

A popular spot for dog walkers, the heath is also home to wildlife including birds, lizards, butterflies, dragonflies and small mammals. 

3. Sandringham Estate, Sandringham

The Sandringham Estate (Image: newzulu.com)

The much-loved country retreat of The Royal Family, 20,000 acre Sandringham Estate has a variety of options to enjoy the autumn foliage.

From the dog-friendly parkland which features way-marked trails and a large children's play area, to the house and gardens, there is also a shop, restaurant and cafe to enjoy some refreshments after your walk. 

4. National Trust Blickling Estate, Aylsham

Blickling Hall (Image: newzulu.com) With 520 acres to explore, Autumn is a great time to visit the Blickling Estate. 

Surrounding the red brick Jacobean mansion is a beautiful garden and historic park filled with yews, oak, beech, lime and sweet chestnut trees which all turn a spectacular array of colours. 

Visitors can enjoy a walk alongside the lake where the colourful trees can be seen reflected in the waters or explore the Great Wood. 

5. Sheringham Park, Sheringham

Autumn leaves in Sheringham Park (Image: Newsquest) Designed by landscape garden designer Humphry Repton, the park is now owned by the National Trust. 

Covering 1000 acres of diverse habitat including woodland, parkland and coastal cliff top, the park is most famous for its huge collection of rhododendrons and azaleas.

In autumn, the smooth Japanese maple and golden larch trees along the main drive become the star of the show.