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The Norwich Lanes, known locally as The Lanes, is an area of Norwich, a city in Norfolk, England. It consists of a series of mostly pedestrian-oriented small lanes, alleyways and streets. Norwich Lanes is noted for its independent retailers, and eating and drinking establishments. The area also contains some of the city's cultural attractions, including museums, theatres, pubs and bars. As part of a nationwide drive to recognise the importance of the character and individuality of Britain's high streets, and to maintain it, Norwich Lanes won the Great British High Street Awards 2014 in the "City" category. [1] [2] [3]

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References

  1. "Norwich Lanes wins national high street award". Eastern Daily Press. 8 November 2014. Retrieved 18 November 2014.
  2. "Norwich Lanes". VisitNorwich. Retrieved 2020-09-25.
  3. "Connecting the Norwich Lanes - Norfolk County Council". www.norfolk.gov.uk.

Coordinates: 52°37′47″N1°17′35″E / 52.6298°N 1.2931°E / 52.6298; 1.2931