Posts Tagged ‘Family Friendly’
The Old Pump House.
Holman Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BY.
Tel: 01263 733789.
With a 5-star Gold Award from Visit Britain (EnjoyEngland.com) and ideally situated to explore both the City of Norwich and North Norfolk, The Old Pump House is a very special bed & breakfast indeed.
Built around 1750 and with previous lives as a farm, boarding school and rectory, the Old Pump House still retains a wealth of charm and character. The five individually named en suite rooms were totally refurbished in 2007 and now traditional features blend effortlessly with sleek styling that verges on that found in premium boutique hotels and modern luxuries such as LCD TVs, wireless Internet access and CD players.
Served in the elegant, pine-shuttered Georgian Room, which overlooks the pretty garden and pond, breakfast (recipient of the EnjoyEngland.com Breakfast Award) is cooked to order and includes only the finest local produce. Get a flavour for the breakfast menu here.
Run by antiques dealer Marc James and Charles Kirkman, an ex-banker, The Old Pump House is close to some of Norfolk’s best pubs, restaurants and visitor attractions. Marc and Charles can proficiently advise you on places to go and sights to see, as well as being more than happy to make reservations for you at nearby eateries.
Children with well-behaved Parents are welcome. Dogs with well-behaved owners are welcome by prior arrangement.
Tariff – from £95 per double room per night (from £75 for single occupancy).
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*WIN!* A STAY AT THE OLD PUMP HOUSE B&B.
Sample the delights of The Old Pump House for yourself. We’re giving away ONE NIGHTS STAY (including breakfast) – perfect for a post-summer romantic night away or escape to North Norfolk.
To enter, simply email your name and address to contact@enjoynorthnorfolk.com with the subject ‘Old Pump House’ by 30th September.
Competition closes at Midnight on Thursday 30th September, after which time one winner will be selected at random and awarded a voucher for their prize, one nights Bed & Breakfast stay at The Old Pump House. The winner can then book their stay in the usual way (obviously availability allowing). No cash alternative is offered. Judges decision is final.
Bells & Whistles.
Studio G, Creake Abbey Studios, North Creake
Norfolk, NR21 9LF.
Tel: 01485 543173
www.bellsandwhistleskids.co.uk
Found in the lovely Creak Abbey Studios, Bells & Whistles is self-described as ‘a collection of unique and special children’s clothing and gifts with a nostalgic twist for imaginative and spirited boys and girls up to about 10 years’. Think Christopher Robin, Huck Finn and perhaps the Famous Five. In really lovely clothes.
Inside (and online) are divine items for every occasion, from beach to party wear. The only drawback is that they’re just for kids. Boo.
Designers housed within include:
- D’Arcy Brown (stylish, practical lines from this London-based brand)
- Their Nibs (Retro, contemporary and lots of fun)
- Mitty James (Fab Brit beachwear for all outdoor adventurers!)
- Little Davis (Customised, vintage items underpinned by strong ethical standards. Utterly unique)
- ilovegorgeous (a celebration of fun, fashion and feminity for girls by Harry Enfield’s other half)
As well as sumptuous wardrobe-candy, Bells & Whistles has a selection of night lights, soft furnishings such as cushions, prints and gifts. Some items are locally made here in Norfolk, making them extra-special souvenirs of a much loved summer holiday or a magical Christmas escape.
Open Tues-Sat 11am-4.30pm (and on Sun days during school holidays).
LATEST NEWS! Bells & Whistles Summer Sale is now on! Up to 50% off children’s clothing online and at our shop. Brands include Darcy Brown, I Love Gorgeous, Little Davis vintage and more!
Woodfarm House B&B.
Broomsthorpe Road, Nr. Helhoughton, Norfolk, NR21 7BT.
Tel: 01485 528586 / 07789 518975.
Hidden in secluded woodland in North-West Norfolk (within easy access of Sandringham, Pensthorpe and the Thursford collection among other places of interest), this beautiful Grade II listed house offers the ultimate relaxing escape with lashings of added luxury to ensure a deliciously comfortable stay.
Three sumptuous suites (the Chinese Suite, the Ivory Suite and the Tartan Suite) each feature their own unique styling – all to the highest quality and containing details such as original oak beams, Super King-sized or Queen-sized luxury beds, walk-in closets, en-suite bath/shower rooms with indulgent towels, toiletries and bath robes, slimline digital TVs and tea and coffee making facilities.
All suites offer wonderful views of the surrounding countryside and have access to a large sun deck and terraces.
Testament to the high quality of service and the great experience you’re guaranteed at Woodfarm House are the multiple accolades and awards that it has received. A 5-Star Silver Bed & Breakfast (enjoyEngland.com), as well as being winner of the Regional Awards For Excellence Bed & Breakfast/Guest House of the Year 2007, the Sunday Times Travel magazine included Woodfarm House in it’s 100 finest places to stay.
Rates from £70 per suite per night including breakfast.
Woodfarm House also offers delicious home cooked evening meals at only £25 for two courses.
There is ample private parking.
Children are welcome to share their Parents’ room at a supplement of £15 per child per night (max. two children per suite).
Pets with well-behaved owners welcome by prior agreement.
Sheringham Little Theatre.
2 Station Road, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RE.
Tel: 01263 822347 (Box Office).
www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com
Located in the centre of the popular North Norfolk seaside town of Sheringham, Sheringham Little Theatre is aptly named since it features the smallest stage in a professional theatre in the country. With only 180 seats this much loved Sheringham institution offers a refreshingly intimate experience in these times when most theatres, cinemas and auditoriums are adopting a ‘bigger is better’ approach. Formerly a library and then a Town Hall, the building saw its first arts and craft exhibition held in 1902, in aid of the fishing boat disaster fund. This opened the floodgates for all manner of concerts, receptions, lectures, dances, political meetings and fund raising events. Operating as a cinema throughout and after World War I, the stage was built up in the early 1960s and the theatre started to become the establishment it is today.
Lottery-funded modernisation in the mid-1990s, exterior makeovers in 2004 and 2005 and, most recently, refurbishment to The Hub coffee bar in 2007 have ensured that the Theatre remains a popular and essential treasure within the community of Sheringham and beyond.
Today, Sheringham Little Theatre hosts one of the last surviving summer repertory seasons, along with live music events, musical theatre, workshops and courses, comedy, films, art exhibitions and drama groups throughout the year.
Box Office open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm.
Natural Surroundings.
The Wildlife, Wildflower and Conservation Centre,
Bayfield Estate, Holt, Norfolk, NR25 7JN.
Tel: 01263 711091.
Found within one of the most beautiful country estates in East Anglia, the Natural Surroundings Wildlife, Wildflower and Conservation Centre is a wonderful visitor attraction for those that enjoy getting out and about and a little bit closer to nature.
Explore acres of natural habitats, including the Wildlife Gardens (perhaps pick up tips on attracting wildlife in your own garden?), discover the rich variety of aquatic life in the Wildlife Ponds and enjoy the natural beauty and aromas of the Wild Flower Meadows.
One of the most fantastic and unique aspects is that you can see flora and fauna at Natural Surroundings that you may otherwise never see in the wild.
Natural Surroundings has a rather lovely Tea Room, complete with window feeders and nest box cameras, offering an intimate view of birds going about their daily business (as well as a naughty Grey Squirrel that you may spot taking advantage of the free bird food!), a Wildlife and Eco Gardening Shop (in case you’ve been inspired by your visit) and a Wild Flower Nursery (with hundreds of plants for sale).
Winner of the North Norfolk District Council Environmental Business of the Year Award in 2007, Natural Surroundings is a superb example of a forward-looking, eco-conscious venture, inspired by a team of people who really care for wildlife.
If you like Natural Surroundings, don’t forget to also visit associated Wildlife Shop Bird Ventures.
Opening times Wednesday – Sunday. 10am – 4pm.
Norfolk Wildlife Trust: Cley Marshes.
On the A149 coast road, 1/2 mile east of Cley-next-the-Sea,
4 1/2 miles north of Holt.
Postcode: NR25 7SA.
Tel: 01263 740008.
www.norfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk
The original Norfolk Wildlife Trust reserve and a blueprint for nature conservation that has since been replicated across the Country, Cley Marshes in North Norfolk is regarded as one of the UK’s best bird watching sites. Deservedly so, with pools, scrapes, trails and hides, this nature reserve attracts water birds in the thousands throughout the year (more than 300 species of birds have been recorded at Cley Marshes, with regular visitors including Avocets, Kestrels, Bearded Tits, Cormorants and Oystercatchers).
The Reserve boasts an inspiring and award-winning ‘eco-friendly’ visitor centre that employs a wind turbine to generate its power and harvests rainwater to flush the toilets, among other fascinating green innovations. Inside, the café and gift shop provide protection from the elements on chillier days, whilst still allowing a fabulous view of the Reserve through a vast observation area along one side of the Centre (complete with telescopes and audio-visual presentations).
Nature Reserve and visitor centre open all year (except Christmas Day) 10am-5pm (10am-4pm 1st Nov-1st Mar).
There is a small charge for entry to the Reserve (about £4) but entry is free for children and members of Norfolk Wildlife Trust.
Boardwalks provide access for wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout the reserve and the visitor centre is accessible to wheelchair users via a lift.
There is ample parking in front of the visitor centre.
Other Norfolk Wildlife Trust sites across North Norfolk that are well worth a visit include Salthouse Marshes (just along from Cley Marshes), Foxley Wood, Thursford Wood, Ringstead Downs (near Hunstanton), Syderstone Common and Booton Common.
Bircham Windmill.
Great Bircham, Norfolk, PE31 6SJ.
Tel: 01485 578393.
Found only a few miles from Sandringham and Hunstanton in North-West Norfolk, Bircham Windmill is considered to be one of the best remaining examples of a British Windmill. It is also the only working windmill in the area to be open to the public. Brave visitors can ascend the five floors to the fan stage and, on windy days, you can see the sails and milling machinery turning.
Carefully restored to look just as it did over a Century ago, a visit to Bircham Windmill offers the rare opportunity to experience the history and character of a Norfolk Corn Mill – a phenomenon that was once prolific in this region.
On site is also the original bakery and a baking shop, from which the inimitable smell of freshly baked bread will welcome you if you’re lucky enough to visit on a baking day. The baking shop sells various flours, fresh bread, scones and cakes as well as baking paraphernalia, recipe books and much more. ‘Children’s Baking Corner’ enables children to bake some bread to take home for tea (£2 per child).
Also for Children (and grown-up animal lovers of course!) are the adorable Falabella miniature horses, sheep, pygmy goats, chickens and guinea pigs. With the opportunity to meet the animals and an Under 7’s play area, you can relax in the Mill garden while your kids play.
Bircham Windmill also has Tea Rooms (serving home made cakes, scones and light lunches along with their famous Clotted Cream Teas), an Art Gallery (with a different artist each month), Gift Shop, Family Cycle Hire Centre and trails and walks around the Mill for cyclists and walkers.
With so much to do and enjoy, most of which is free and can be accessed separately to the Mill itself, Bircham Windmill is a novel day out in Norfolk that will appeal to all members of the family.
FREE ENTRY into Tea Rooms & Gardens.
Entry to Windmill: Adults £3.75, Retired £3.00, Children £2.00.
Open daily from April 5th – Sep 30th 10am-5pm.
SAUSAGE AND SONG NIGHT
July 29th 6-9pm
Come and join the Bircham Windmill crew for a night of summer sounds, food and fun. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Bircham Windmill and the tranquil gardens whilst listening to some smooth jazz and pop covers by ‘The Sally Taylor Duo’.
The fee includes sausage in a bun, followed by fruit and cream and music throughout to fulfil the soul! You will also have the opportunity to climb the mill (included in the price) and feed and cuddle the animals and mingle around the grounds until your heart is content. So grab your sun hats and shades for a musical garden party in the sun. Tickets £7.50 for adults, £6.00 retired and £4 for children (aged 5-15), under 5’s are free.
The White Horse.
34 High Street, Overstrand, Norfolk, NR27 0AB.
Tel: 01263 579237.
www.whitehorseoverstrand.co.uk
With an AA 4-star rating, The White Horse offers a unique opportunity to combine the escapism of a traditional seaside holiday with the quality and comfort you’d expect from a luxury hotel.
Situated in Overstrand, a pretty coastal village, which was so popular with the Victorian rich that it became known as ‘Millionaires Village’, The White Horse has seven superb en-suite bedrooms. All are spacious and individually styled to a high standard, with the added benefit of that warm cosy feeling that you get from feeling at home away from home. Wake in the morning to a three course home-cooked breakfast before starting your day exploring the beauty of North Norfolk.
With the philosophy that ‘eating out should always be special’ and a growing reputation for quality cuisine, The White Horse is well equipped to provide a relaxed, enjoyable experience for diners. Take pleasure in a pre-dinner drink or unwind at the end of a day of sightseeing in the bar and lounge area, or enjoy a romantic meal for two in the stylish restaurant.
Tariffs start from £68-£85 per room per night (double room) depending on season.
Dogs welcome at no extra charge.
Family room available.
The Lifeboat Inn.
Ship Lane, Thornham, Norfolk, PE36 6LT.
Tel: 01485 512236.
www.maypolehotels.com/lifeboatinn
The charming Lifeboat Inn at Thornham is a real North-Norfolk treasure. Its coastal location provides breathtaking views towards Thornham beach and it is a romantic, rustic and atmospheric escape.
From the cosy smugglers bar lit by hanging oil lanterns to the large fireplace when you first walk in (you’ll have to fight for space in front of it during the winter – often with a few dogs!), the ambience remains faithful to traditional inn-keeping values (after all, The Lifeboat has been receiving guests since the 16th century). Fantastic all year round because its situation is perfect for exploring the North Norfolk coast, as well as taking in golf at nearby Hunstanton, where the Brabazon Trophy was held in 2003. The Lifeboat comes into its own throughout the winter months when it is an inviting and snug bolthole.
For dining, there is a lovely walled patio garden and bright conservatory, the roof of which is covered by an ancient vine that apparently thrives on Abbot Ale. For evenings and special occasions, try the more formal dining room with its welcoming traditional décor and daily-changing one rosette standard menu (3 courses for £28.50). Year-round, the reasonably priced bar menu features local delights and daily specials and is very popular in the evenings. Children’s meals are available and there are options for vegetarians.
The Lifeboat bar is popular and often bustling into the evening – a perfect retreat to recover from walks along the beach or from exploring the area.
The Lifeboat, and its nearby sister Inn, The Old Coach House, offer comfortable and traditional bed and breakfast (all rooms en-suite) from around £50 pppn (£60 Fri, Sat and Bank Holiday Sundays). Offers and special deals are available for 3-night stays and throughout January and February.
Dogs are welcome (£5 per stay) and extra beds can be provided for Children.
Please ask about the special Midweek Dinner, B&B Break.
Plenty of parking is available.
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The Stiffkey Red Lion.
44 Wells Road, Stiffkey, Norfolk, NR23 1AJ.
Tel: 01328 830552.
On first impressions, The Red Lion at Stiffkey is a traditional Norfolk Pub in almost every sense of the word, from the rustic wooden pews and four log fires to the original stone floor and selection of local brews on offer. However, since the 1st May 2008, this popular refreshment stop for walkers, cyclists and birdwatchers has seen the addition of 10 fabulous rooms, making it one of the most special places to stay near the North Norfolk Coast.
Modern, chalet-style rooms (5 on the ground floor with a small terrace and garden area outside and 5 on the first floor, each with a private balcony) offer luxurious hotel accommodation at a location that is perfect for discovering the entire North Norfolk region. Well-equipped with en-suite bathroom, high quality furnishings and details like flat-screen televisions, there are 6 King-Sized Double rooms, 3 Twin rooms and a Family Double room with sofa bed. There is WIFI Internet access in the adjacent pub (along with great food all day long and a refreshing pint or glass of something cold), but this will be accessible in the rooms shortly.
The first floor rooms have amazing views out over the Stiffkey valley and the hills beyond.
The accommodation building is eco friendly, with a sedum roof that not only ensures the rooms are warm in winter and naturally cool in summer, but also collects and recycles rainwater, using it to flush the toilets. All the rooms are ultra-insulated – there are no fewer than 14 layers of insulation between the ground floor rooms and the first floor rooms, ensuring total peace and privacy if you so desire it.
Room tariffs between £80 and £120 depending on room type, season and whether you want to include a delicious dinner. All room tariffs include a full English breakfast.
Children & babies welcome.
Dogs welcome in some rooms.
Online booking available through the Stiffkey Red Lion website.
The Old Coach House.
High Street, Thornham, Norfolk, PE36 6LT.
Tel: 01485 512229.
www.maypolehotels.com/oldcoachhouse
Despite its name, this former Coaching Inn on the North Norfolk Coast is not all it seems… Multifaceted, this particular hostelry combines a charming country pub with a rather swish Italian restaurant and comfortable country Inn accommodation.
The rooms have been simply and tastefully styled to enhance the natural charm of the building with reassuring warmth – perfect after a day of sightseeing, walking, cycling or splashing in the sea.
All rooms have double beds, some of which can be converted to offer twin accommodation, and a Family Room has a double bed with a set of bunks in an attached annex. A cot is available for very young guests.
In keeping with the welcoming allure of The Old Coach House (everyone seems welcome, and refreshingly, everyone seems accommodated), dogs are also welcome at a small supplement.
To set you up for the day ahead, choose the hearty English breakfast or select from the Breakfast Buffet.
For lunch or your evening meal, you don’t have to venture far either – The Old Coach House has two bars complete with sink-into-sofas and local ales and a bright, open restaurant offering homemade pies, pizza and pasta dishes.
Tariffs from £47-£77 per person per night, including a full English breakfast.
Dogs are welcome – £6 per stay.
Extra beds for children can be provided at a cost of £20 per night.
The Globe Inn.
The Buttlands, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1EU.
Tel: 01328 710206.
Minutes from Wells beach and overlooking the village green, The Globe Inn is the perfect base for exploring Wells itself and the surrounding region of North Norfolk.
Renovated in award-winning style by the Holkham estate in the summer of 2005, The Globe retains all the warmth of a traditional British pub, whilst radiating an unpretentious, easy kind of class at the same time.
The Inn has 7 light and airy en-suite rooms, including 5 doubles and two twin rooms. The Holkham Room is particularly large and overlooks the Georgian square. Children’s beds are available.
All rooms are simple and modern in their styling, with oak flooring, tea & coffee making facilities, digital TVs and telephones. You’ll also find access to a phone socket for computers. In the interest of aiding a good nights sleep, they are all well sound proofed.
Room rates include a hearty full English breakfast, eggs benedict, or Cley smoked haddock with a poached egg. The Globe is also perfect for lunch, dinner or a refreshing pint or glass of wine throughout the day.
Check in is any time after 2pm on the day of arrival. Check out time on the day of departure is 11am or before. Children are not charged for breakfast. A children’s menu is available at lunch and dinner.
Dogs are allowed in the bar, but not in the restaurant or rooms.
Rooms range from £80-£120 per night including breakfast. There is a 2 night booking policy over a Friday and Saturday night.
Titchwell Manor Hotel.
Titchwell, Nr Brancaster, Norfolk, PE31 8BB.
Tel: 01485 210221.
*Featured in Sunday Times Travel Magazine November 2008 – The World’s 100 Best Hotels*
Perfectly located for exploring Brancaster, Burnham Market and Holkham, taking in the rich diversity of flora and fauna on the RSPB Titchwell Nature Reserve or simply enjoying a spot of golf at the championship courses nearby, Titchwell Manor offers exceptional luxury and quality without sacrificing the charm of its family-run pedigree. A 3-star hotel, it feels 5-star on every level.
Beautiful and modern throughout, with emphasis on details that create an inviting romantic atmosphere, Titchwell Manor has 30 rooms in all, including 13 stunning chalet-style cabins built around a herb garden. Rooms in the main hotel building offer more traditional elegance with sumptuous fabrics and warm lighting, while the herb garden rooms are light and contemporary, decorated with a coastal-chic flair. All rooms are en-suite, some with baths and/or showers or wet rooms. Other delights to expect include views over the RSPB reserve (Room 1 Lavender Fields) or out to the sea (Room 3 Scolt Head Island), original period features such as an amazing oak open fire (Room 12 The Lounge), handcrafted furniture (various rooms), a 32-inch plasma TV (Room 19 The Potting Shed) and French doors leading to a private patio area (various rooms).
For drinking and dining, Titchwell Manor has a 2 AA Rosette restaurant and the brand new ‘Eating Rooms’, offering a less-formal atmosphere and a fabulous well-stocked marble bar.
Ground floor rooms provide accessible accommodation for wheelchair users or those who have difficulty with stairs.
Children are welcome at Titchwell Manor. Please ask about the larger rooms – ideal for a family stay.
Titchwell Manor is pet-friendly! There are some dog-friendly rooms. Dogs are also welcome in the bar and lounge areas.
Planning a special occasion? Ask about the function rooms at Titchwell Manor. Titchwell manor is licensed to hold Civil Ceremonies and bespoke menus and cakes can be made according to your personal requirements.
Tariffs range from £65 pp pn (B&B) to £125 pp pn (B&B), depending on season and room. Visit the Titchwell Manor website for further details.
Sunday Jazz at The Manor:
Every second Sunday of the month is Jazz Night with The Matt Hodges Jazz Band. Traditional Sunday lunch and full a la carte menu available.
Latest News/Offers From Titchwell Manor:
Romantic Break.
Two nights dinner bed and breakfast in one of the romantic rooms with sea views or garden views. Champagne in your room on arrival with homemade chocolate and fresh flowers, followed by dinner in the conservatory restaurant.
Sunday-Thursday from £215 per person for 2 nights.
Weekend Break from £250 per person for 2 nights.
Go on – spoil him/her!
Offer valid all year round excl. Bank Holidays.
Sunday Night Special.
Make your Sunday night truly special with relaxation and a great meal at Titchwell Manor.
£75 – £95 Per Person Dinner Bed and Breakfast. (Excludes Bank Holidays. Cannot be taken as part of a longer stay).
Offer valid all year round.
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- Complimentary upgrade upon booking your room for Cardholders (please mention you hold a card when you book and bring it along with you).
- Bed and breakfast from £55 per person midweek.
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The Briarfields Hotel.
Main Street, Titchwell, Norfolk, PE31 8BB.
Tel: 01485 210742.
www.briarfieldshotelnorfolk.co.uk
Conveniently located on the A149 coast road in the pretty village of Titchwell, and with prestigious 3-Star Silver (Visit Britain) and 3-Star (AA) status, Briarfields Hotel is a warm and welcoming place to stay in North Norfolk. Made up of a collection of sympathetically converted barns and farm buildings, it offers a relaxed and cosy atmosphere that is perfect for helping you settle in to holiday mode, or to escape for a short getaway.
All rooms are en-suite and the homely traditional decor is brought bang up to date with flat screen televisions, luxurious four-poster beds and heated towel rails, offering you the best of both worlds. Family-friendly (check out the impressive play area to the rear), there are 4 family rooms that comprise a second bedroom adjacent to the main bedroom – perfect for keeping an eye on the little ones.
The hotel has a wonderful restaurant that serves the finest locally sourced produce at lunchtimes and dinner time and there is a large bar and lounge area if you fancy kicking back and relaxing with a newspaper and a drink.
For the more adventurous, Briarfields makes the perfect base for exploring the delights of the surrounding area, including Titchwell Marsh Nature Reserve (which the hotel overlooks).
Aside from all this, one of the biggest surprises about Briarfields is that it is so reasonably priced. In keeping with their aim to remain accessible to all, room rates start at £100 for a double room, bed and breakfast in high season and £80 in low season. Dogs are welcome at a nominal charge of £7.50 per night and a discount can be arranged for groups of 10 or more.
As well as being perfect for a romantic retreat or a family adventure, Briarfields is also available for weddings, conferences and other functions and events.
Happenings/Events At Briarfields:
Seafood Bar – 12Noon-5pm – Sunday 18th/25th July, 8th/15th/22nd/29th August.
Jazz & Seafood Bar – Sunday 1st August 12Noon-5pm.
The Blakeney Hotel.
Blakeney, Norfolk, NR25 7NE.
Tel: 01263 740797.
Just right for total escapism, The AA 3* Blakeney Hotel is situated beside the quay with outstanding views across the estuary to Blakeney Point (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). A traditional, family hotel that prioritises quality and value for money, it is a good base for exploring the wider area (ideal if you like walking, bird watching or want to visit the nearby towns of Holt, Norwich or Aylsham), but equally perfect if all you want to do is kick back, read a paper and gaze out dreamily over the salt marshes.
The Blakeney Hotel boasts over sixty rooms, all furnished to a high standard and some with balconies or terraces offering wonderful views over the estuary and salt marshes. Extra beds or cots for children can be provided and the ground floor rooms are ideal for holidaying dogs.
If you don’t feel like going too far, there is plenty to occupy and delight you within the hotel itself. The Hotel has a heated indoor swimming pool with adjacent Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and air-conditioned mini gym. There is a games room for table tennis, pool and darts and a billiard room with a full-sized table for billiards or snooker. Use of all the leisure facilities is free for residents.
For eating and drinking, the Hotel has two lounges, an AA Rosette restaurant and a bar, offering hearty English breakfasts, light lunches and seasonal À la Carte choices.
Picnic hampers can be made up for residents.
Great for enjoying the whole North Norfolk area, or a getaway destination in itself, The Blakeney Hotel is worth discovering whether you’re planning a romantic break for two, a half-term getaway with the kids or a weekend of walking and exploring with just you and the dog!
Norfolk Afternoon Tea.
Throughout September (as part of the Norfolk Food Festival) 3pm-5.30pm from September 4th.
Made from local ingredients, the Blakeney Hotel’s Norfolk Afternoon tea not only tastes delicious but use ingredients which have been locally sourced including Letheringsett Mill Flour, local jam and Norfolk Spelt Bread.
£8.50 per person.
The Saltings.
Blakeney, Norfolk.
Tel: 07971 798802.
Found in a peaceful traditional ‘loke’ in the very heart of Blakeney, one of North Norfolk’s prettiest coastal villages, The Saltings is an exceptional base from which to explore the surrounding region.
This former fisherman’s cottage has been lovingly restored and now combines the warmth of the traditional (stripped pine floors, sash windows) with the convenience and luxury of the new (Bang & Olufson TV/Sound system, power shower).
Three double bedrooms (one with inspiring views across the marshes that are a birdwatcher’s dream!) are furnished in a sophisticated country cottage style, while a luxurious fitted bathroom features an inviting roll top bath. The kitchen has a range cooker and comes with everything you’d need to produce a hearty breakfast before embarking on the day ahead or a family dinner in the evening.
Ideal for all seasons, the cottage has central heating and a wood burner, allowing transformation into a delightful bolt hole after breezy winter strolls.
Nothing has been overlooked at The Saltings, from the stock of beach gear to the fact that linen, utilities and a welcome pack of groceries are included in your stay. Hassle-free luxury in one of the region’s most desirable locations. Wonderful.
Free parking is available close by.
Child friendly – high chair, travel cot & stair gates available.
Pets welcome by prior arrangement.
Hollyhocks Cottage.
1 Oddfellows Row, Docking, Norfolk, PE31 8NS.
Tel: 07958 792603 / 01603 259790.
Latest: Hollyhocks Cottage has been granted 4 Star rating by Visit Britain with effect from mid-May 2010.
A former railwayman’s cottage in the pretty village of Docking, Hollyhocks Cottage is warm and inviting, offering a perfect home-from-home from which to explore the North Norfolk coast and beyond.
Hollyhocks Cottage has been renovated and furnished to a high standard. While it features a wealth of modern luxuries throughout, it still exudes traditional charm.
The cottage sleeps four in two double bedrooms – one with a solid oak double bed and the second with two pine single beds, ideal for children or other guests.
Downstairs there is a spacious open-plan lounge/diner, separated by a half height partition with aspect towards the fully fitted oak finish kitchen. Appliances include a washing machine, electric induction hob, fan assisted oven/grill, microwave & fridge.
Oil-fired central heating and a log flame effect electric fire in the inglenook fireplace make Hollyhocks a perfect bolt hole for Winter getaways in north Norfolk. A secluded suntrap outside, complete with a cast iron bistro table and chairs, is perfect for reading the papers with a cup of coffee – or something chilled – on warmer days.
Docking itself provides easy access to the resorts and beauty spots of North Norfolk. There is an excellent fish and chip shop just minutes from Hollyhocks, while The “Railway Inn” restaurant and pub is a 15-minute stroll away.
Tariffs from £275 per week – £550 per week, depending on season.
Black Cat Barn & The Homestead.
Southrepps, Norfolk.
Tel: 01692 402137.
Situated in the charming North Norfolk village of Southrepps (two miles from the sea with a well stocked village shop and a great pub, as well as plenty of peaceful scenic walks and a multitude of attractions only a short drive away), the Black Cat Cottages offer a wonderful alternative to hotel or B&B accommodation to those looking for a total departure from the day to day stresses of modern life.
Black Cat Barn is the ideal romantic hideaway, sleeping two in a loft-style gallery bedroom (complete with Super-King Sized bed and a view of the night sky that’s bound to leave you starry-eyed if you needed any help!), and with the contemporary, chic internal décor that you’d normally expect from a boutique hotel. It offers the best of both worlds, giving you a little bit of luxury and everything you need for a total break away (including a wood burner for those cosy winter nights, a large flat-screen TV with surround sound and a private courtyard to take lazy al-fresco breakfasts in the warmer months), while also offering you the freedom to do exactly as you please during your holiday or break.
The aptly named Homestead sleeps up to 6 in 3 very comfortable, individually styled double bedrooms. Inviting and rustic, you’ll feel like you’ve come home from the first moment you step inside. Equipped to the highest standard, with a large pine farmhouse table for mealtimes, a wood burner for the winter and a paved seating area and large garden to the rear, the Homestead welcomes well-behaved children and dogs (by arrangement – please enquire first!), and is the perfect base for exploring the beauty of North Norfolk, Norwich and beyond.
Perhaps the only downside of these exclusive holiday retreats is their popularity – book early to avoid disappointment!
Please visit the website for further details or call Rebecca on 01692 402137.
Flint Holiday Cottages.
Sheringham, Norfolk.
Tel: 01246 569650 / 07966 398245.
Latest News: Jan 2010. Both Flint Cottage & Stone House awarded 4-Star rating (Self-Catering Accommodation) by the English Tourism Council (EnjoyEngland.com).
Situated in the heart of Sheringham, one of North Norfolk’s most established seaside holiday towns, Flint Cottage and Stone House are just a short walk from each other, making them ideal for large groups or families. Both decorated and equipped to a high standard, they offer lovely above-average self-catering accommodation on the Norfolk coast.
Flint Cottage, a sympathetically modernised Victorian semi-detached cottage located just off the main street, sleeps 5 in 3 bedrooms (one double, one twin, one single). It has a large garden, making it ideal for dogs, which are welcome by prior arrangement at no extra charge.
Stone House is a quirky modern property with lots of character. Arranged over three floors, it boasts tasteful styling and unusual shaped rooms. Plenty of space and windows mean this cottage is light and airy throughout – perfect for experiencing the salty sea air! Stone House also sleeps 5 in 3 bedrooms (a Master double, a double & a large single).
Tariffs range from £295 – £595 pw.
Please call or visit the Flint Holiday Cottages website for further information.
“The house is very welcoming, we would definitely recommend to family and friends – it has the ‘WOW’ factor in holiday homes and we have been to a few!” Mrs A, Windamere, June 2010.
Bird Cottage.
Weybourne, Norfolk.
Tel: 01692 402137.
Under the careful and expert management of Black Cat Cottages (who’s portfolio also includes some rather special self-catering properties in other areas of North Norfolk), Bird Cottage is a wonderful base from which to explore the wider area or to simply escape the rat race for a few peace-filled days.
Located in the beautiful coastal fishing village of Weybourne (conveniently just around the corner from the excellent Ship Inn), which is a marvellous spot for walkers and birdwatchers, Bird Cottage sleeps a maximum of 6 in two double bedrooms and a double sofa bed in the lounge.
Very cosy with a real ‘cottage-y’ feel (complete with flint exterior, wood burner and low, beamed ceilings), Bird Cottage has been styled inside to combine the best elements of contemporary chic and simple rural-coastal charm. The beautiful, recently extended kitchen is fully equipped, including a washing machine, and the inviting lounge comes complete with a TV and DVD player.
Outside, the pretty rear garden is perfect for lazy alfresco breakfasts before you embark on one of the many walks in the immediate locale or venture out to spend the day on the beach.
Pets allowed by prior arrangement.
As with all Black Cat Cottage properties – book early to avoid disappointment!
Please call Rebecca on 01692 402137 or send an email for further details.
