From Hollywood stars to beloved comedians, celebrities have been flocking to Norfolk this year for both work and leisure.

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

1. Katherine Ryan

Norwich Evening News: Katherine Ryan joined the team at Norfolk Paddleboards while filming a new series in Norwich.Katherine Ryan joined the team at Norfolk Paddleboards while filming a new series in Norwich. (Image: Brittany Woodman)

Katherine Ryan was spotted filming with Joe Wilkinson in Norwich.

The pair were seen at Saporita, The Maids Head Hotel and went paddleboarding on the River Wensum.

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

2. Richard Osman

Norwich Evening News: Pointless star Richard Osman and antiques specialist Natasha Raskin Sharp outside Looses Emporium in Magdalen StreetPointless star Richard Osman and antiques specialist Natasha Raskin Sharp outside Looses Emporium in Magdalen Street (Image: Amanda Cook)

Television presenter and best-selling author Richard Osman was seen hunting for antiques around Norfolk in August.

He was filming with Natasha Raskin Sharp for an episode of BBC One's Celebrity Antiques Roadtrip at Looses Emporium and Wymondham Antiques.

3. John Travolta

This Hollywood megastar's visit to the county made national news.

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

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

4. Ross Kemp

Former EastEnders star and documentary filmmaker 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 meal and posed for photos with staff and guests.

5. Daniel Mays

The Line of Duty actor stayed in north Norfolk for a holiday with his family in April.

He stayed at Harper Hotel in Langham and was seen enjoying scampi and chips at Platten's Fish and Chips in Wells.

6. Sung Kang

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

Kang enjoyed a meal before he tried his hand at pulling pints and FaceTimed fans.

7. Grace Dent

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

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

8. Christopher Biggins

The beloved actor, known for his roles in Porridge and Rocky Horror, was in Great Yarmouth in June for an appearance at the town's Comic-Con.

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

9. Michael McIntyre

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

Both before and after the match, McIntyre was happy to take pictures with fans.