Enjoy the peace of the River Wensum, named from the Anglo-Saxon word for winding. Follow the thread of this beautiful waterway through the centre of Norwich. The riverside walk is peaceful, traffic-free, and offers you a uniquely idyllic journey across to the train station, or into the centre of Norwich. The Wensum brims with wildlife. Peek behind the weeping willows to discover otters, swans, kingfishers, and maybe even a seal who’s travelled in from the coast for a freshwater snack! With such thriving natural wonders, it’s no surprise that the Wensum is the most protected river in Europe, as both a Site of Special Scientific Interest, and a Special Area of Conservation.

Make your home at St James Quay and you’ll benefit from all Norwich has to offer, from a brilliant food scene to an excellent cultural offering; all helping you to find the perfect balance between work and play. With two universities, two cathedrals, and one impressive castle, this is a compact city with big aspirations, offering plenty to do and lots to explore. Just ten minutes walk from your city apartment you’ll find, independent shops, delicious meals, and excellent bars.
Described by Thomas Fuller, an English historian, as “a city in an orchard” in 1662, Norwich is the only city in England in the centre of a National Park and is full of lovely parks, hidden woods, and unexpected nature. From your riverside home, you’re only a short half hour walk from Mousehold Heath, 184 acres of fairytale woodland.

Norwich boasts two universities as well as a host of excellent educational institutions for all ages, among this is Norwich School; a selective English independent day school in the grounds of Norwich Cathedral. It is one of the oldest schools in the United Kingdom, it has a traceable history to 1096. Below are some most regarded education facilities in the area:

• Magdalen Gates Primary School - 0.6 miles
• Norwich School - 1.5 miles
• Notre Dame High School - 2.1 miles
• University of East Anglia - 2.7 miles
• Norwich University of Arts - 1.4 miles
• Norwich City College - 0.7 miles

Caffeine culture is booming in Norwich, with delicious roasts available throughout the city. The much-loved Norwich Lanes are packed full of independent shops. It’s worth wandering down the Royal Arcade for the Art Deco architecture alone, but you’ll find plenty of gorgeous shops too. Stroll along to St Benedict’s for a spot to eat. It’s a smorgasbord of delicacies, typical of the Norwich eatery scene, including local icons and Michelin guide picks. Head out for a gig, play, or comedy show, and then, to round the evening off end the night with a drink or two at one of Norwich’s independent pubs or bars.
Norwich market, winner of the Best Large Outdoor Market in 2019 is a place where you can skip the supermarket and buy fresh, local, and independent: the stallholders source the best food from miles around.

A gentle 20 minute riverside walk from St James Quay to Norwich train station or a 17 minute walk to Norwich bus station will give access to all popular destinations within a couple of hours.
Norwich International Airport is just 16 minutes by car and offers a host of international destinations for you to explore.