Sheringham

Sheringham in the county of Norfolk, England has the distinction of being able to say that it was the first place in the country to be bombed by a Zeppelin during World War I.  It is also the home of pure, natural beaches, unspoiled woodland, and a National Trust property that is absolutely amazing when the rhododendrons are in bloom.
Sheringham has its own RNLI lifeboat crew with the latest class of boat.  They still possess four of the original lifeboats that were used when the RNLI was founded.  Many residents are still active in crab fishing and the town offers visitors a range of shops, pubs, B&B’s, hotels, and even a youth hostel.  There are plenty of sports related accommodations as well, including a golf course, leisure complex, putting, skateboard park and cycling.
The Sheringham Museum displays a long history of boat building and the tools that were used in olden times to build them.  The Weybourne Elephant is also displayed here, a 1.5 million year old skeleton that was found in the cliffs west of the village.
The town is also the headquarters of the North Norfolk Steam Railway at Sheringham Station and visitors will enjoy the full size steam trains and diesel trips through the countryside to other towns nearby.
There is a carnival with over forty events held every year during the last week of July and first week of August.  All of the carnival’s proceeds are donated to charity.  Anyone who enjoys artistic pursuits will enjoy the town’s theatre where they can watch plays, musical performances, and more.