Norfolk: 9 celebrities who have been spotted in 2022

By Sydney Barrett Last updated Aug 13, 2022

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9:00 a.m. Aug. 13, 2022

From Hollywood stars to popular comedians, celebrities are flocking to Norfolk this year for both work and play.

Here are nine of the famous faces spotted in the county so far in 2022.

Katherine Ryan joined the Norfolk Paddleboards team while filming a new series in Norwich.
– Credit: Brittany Woodman

Katherine Ryan was spotted filming with Joe Wilkinson in Norwich.

The couple were spotted at the Saporita, The Maids Head Hotel and went paddling on the River Wensum.

They were filming for their new Channel 4 show: Joe and Katherine’s Bargain Holidays.

Mindless star Richard Osman and antiques specialist Natasha Raskin Sharp outside the Looses Emporium on Magdalen Street
– Photo credit: Amanda Cook

TV presenter and best-selling author Richard Osman was spotted looking for antiques in Norfolk in August.

He filmed with Natasha Raskin Sharp for an episode of ` One’s Celebrity Antiques Road Trip at Looses Emporium and Wymondham Antiques.

John Travolta was spotted at Raynham Hangar Studios at Morrisons in Fakenham between filming
– Photo credit: Gary Middleton

This Hollywood megastar’s visit to the county made national headlines.

Travolta was in North Norfolk in March and April to shoot a short film called The Shepherd.

He has worked at Dereham Wetherspoons, Fakenham Morrisons, Erpingham House in Norwich, Old Forge in Thursford and the Crown Inn in East Rudham.

Ross Kemp pictured with Rosie Bickell, Assistant General Manager of The White Horse
– Credit: Rosie Bickell

Former EastEnders star and documentary maker Ross Kemp came to Norfolk for a meal with his family in July.

Kemp went to the White Horse in Brancaster Staithe for his 58th birthday dinner and posed for photos with staff and guests.

Actor Daniel Mays visited Platte’s Fish and Chips in Wells. He is pictured here with collaborator Jonah Goswell.
– Photo credit: Jonah Goswell

The Line of Duty actor vacationed with his family in North Norfolk in April.

He was staying at the Harper Hotel in Langham and was seen enjoying scampi and chips at Platte’s Fish and Chips in Wells.

Sung Kang with staff at Bird in Hand in Wreningham.
– Credit: The Bird in the Hand

The 50-year-old, best known for starring in the Fast & Furious and Star Wars franchises, was spotted at The Bird in Hand pub in Wreningham in June.

Kang enjoyed a meal before attempting to pull pints and FaceTimed fans.

Ainsley Harriott and Grace Dent visit Sweet Sensation in Great Yarmouth.
– Credit: Best of Britain by the Sea

This food critic made the journey from Norwich to Great Yarmouth for an episode of her series with celebrity chef Ainsley Harriott.

The couple enjoyed dining at Coral Bay, Benoli, the Assembly House, Sweet Sensation, Benedicts, Docwras and Dearnos.

Christopher Biggins at Great Yarmouth Comic-Con
– Credit: Anthony Carroll

The popular actor, best known for his roles in Porridge and Rocky Horror, was in Great Yarmouth in June for an appearance at the city’s Comic-Con.

He met fans, went to the movies and stopped for tea at Fish and Grill in Marine Parade.

Comedian Michael McIntyre in the stands before the Premier League match at Carrow Road, Norwich.
– Credit: PA

This comedian was in the stands at Carrow Road when Norwich played Tottenham Hotspur in May.

McIntyre enjoyed taking photos with fans both before and after the game.