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to west , a truly special place of unspoilt charm and natural beauty. Renowned for its superb coastline, much of it an ‘Area of Outstanding CONTENTS Natural Beauty’, this wonderful part of Norfolk is the ideal place to relax, 4 – 5 Rural escape unwind and soak up the sheer sense of space and tranquility. 6 – 7 Time to relax 8 – 9 Fabulous heritage 10 – 11 Discover King's Lynn 12 – 13 Fun on the beach 14 – 15 Rural and coastal pursuits 16 – 17 Explore the heart of west Norfolk 18-19 Finding your accommodation 20 Guide to gradings 21 Guide to adverts and symbols used 22 – 23 Map of west Norfolk (map 1) 24 In and around King's Lynn (map 2) 25 In and around (map 3) 26 In and around (map 4) 27 – 29 Hotels and guest accommodation 30 – 32 Self catering accommodation 33 Holiday, touring and camping parks 34 – 37 Attractions, places to visit and entertainment venues 38 – 41 Events and festivals 42 Travel information 43 Tourist information

Bienvenue dans le West Norfolk, un lieu unique en Angleterre, riche en histoire, aux nombreux villages pittoresques et avec une campagne splendide. Notre belle côte sauvage a obtenu le statut de ‘Parc naturel d’exception’. Facile d’accès, cela vaut le déplacement. Pour plus d’informations, veuillez consulter notre site Internet à l’adresse www.visitwestnorfolk.com.

Welkom in West Norfolk, een speciale plaats in Engeland met een rijke historie, pittoreske dorpjes en een wonderschoon landschap. Onze prachtige en onbedorven kustlijn staat bekend om zijn volmaakte natuurlijke schoonheid. Je bent er in een mum van tijd, dus kom beslist een keertje op bezoek. Bezoek onze website www.visitwestnorfolk.com voor meer informatie.

Willkommen in West Norfolk – einer ganz besonderen Region Englands und reich an Geschichte, hübschen Dörfern und wunderbarer Landschaft. Unsere schöne unberührte Küste ist als ‘Gebiet außerordentlicher natürlicher Schönheit’ anerkannt. West Norfolk hat ausgezeichnete Verkehrsanbindungen und ist immer einen Besuch wert! Weitere Informationen erhalten Sie auf unserer Webseite www.visitwestnorfolk.com. Besuchen Sie uns!

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RURAL ESCAPE Escape to west Norfolk, a magical mix of unspoilt coastline, idyllic rural landscapes and open space, where you can truly relax, unwind and slow down to a better pace of life. So easy to get to, yet so relaxing, West Norfolk is the ideal destination for a holiday or short break. Spring and autumn, winter or summer, this special landscape provides so much opportunity to slow down and cherish the won- derful environment, wildlife and heritage. The stunning coastline, much of it an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’, is well known for its vast stretches of soft sandy beaches, great for relaxing on lazy summer days, but is also re- nowned for its wonderful wildlife and is fantastic for invigorating winter walks. Perhaps less known but just as magical are the vast areas of wonderful rolling countryside, full of fascinating and attractive villages, where cottages of flint or Norfolk carrstone cluster around ancient village or village greens. This magical landscape, dotted with church spires, windmills, majestic historic hous- es and beautiful gardens is a wonderful tapestry of rural at its best. To the south of King’s Lynn, the ancient town of Downham Market is a gateway to the mysterious and magical , where the sheer sense of space, vast skies, wildlife and total tranquillity are not to be missed. West Norfolk gives you time to explore and enjoy some beautiful land- scapes, stunning coastline and rich heritage at your own pace. Take time enjoying the simple pleasures in life, mixed with some wonderful places to stay, great places to eat and plenty of distractions to while the time away.

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Why not take the opportunity to • Follow a waterside trail along the Nar Valley Way or the Rivers Way • Escape from the car - hop on the Coastliner bus to explore the beautiful coast • Take a family trip to Church Farm or go on a Deer Safari at Park • Be sure to bring your binoculars – the wildlife is fantastic

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TIME TO RELAX One of the great pleasures of west Norfolk is the chance to immerse yourself in an idyllic mix of old-world charm, natural landscapes and some splendid places to stay and to eat.

Rippling towards the coast the wide rolling land- with its seafront, beautiful gardens and shops. scape is a wonderful mix of forest and farmland, Look out for the majestic sunsets, a really special with uninterrupted views broken only by the oc- feature of this west-facing east coast resort! casional church spire or windmill. Stop off in Visit a host of art galleries, studios and workshops charming villages to buy some fine local produce to sample the work of local artists and take home or sample some excellent local seafood such as a truly original souvenir. oysters, mussels, shrimps and crabs fresh from Check out some of the excellent theatre and arts the sea. venues to enjoy exhibitions, live performances or Explore with its mix of hotels, perhaps take part in a workshop. Why not plan pubs and craft centre. Stroll down to the beach your visit during one of the many festivals taking past colourful beach huts nestling amongst the place each year in King’s Lynn and throughout dunes. From here you can walk past the famous West Norfolk (see pages 38 to 41 for details). striped cliffs all the way to elegant Hunstanton

Why not take the opportunity to • Have a lazy pub lunch down by the • Relax amongst the dunes on an unspoilt beach • Take in the sights and scents of some beautiful gardens and nurseries • Sample great local produce – perhaps visit a farmers' market

Explore historic Downham Market Experience the tranquil country village of

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FABULOUS HERITAGE Brim full of history, west Norfolk is a treasure trove of historic houses, windmills, , some beautiful churches and a host of heritage sites.

A highlight of any trip to West Norfolk is a visit to Sandringham House, the Royal Family’s country retreat. The house, museum, country park and gar- dens are all a delight. Not far away is splendid Houghton Hall built in the 1720s by Sir Robert Walpo- le, Britain's first Prime Minister. The hall is one of the finest Palladian houses in the country, set in 450 acres of Deer Park. It has a 5 acre award-winning walled garden and amazing model soldier collection. Just along the coast the stately Hall and its parkland is well worth a visit, whilst Oxburgh Hall near Downham Market is a beautiful Tudor house with a magnificent and moat. The stunning village of Cas- tle Acre is truly rich in history, with the 12th century Priory, ruins of its Norman castle and Gate at the heart of the village. Just north of King’s Lynn is . The huge 12th century stands at the centre of massive earthworks and there are wonderful views from the ramparts. Throughout West Norfolk are some fine churches. Many are notable for their medieval works of art and craftsmanship and beautiful stained glass windows. Also of historical note, All Saints Church at is where the Reverend , father of Admiral Lord Nelson was rector.

Explore Sandringham Estate

Why not take the opportunity to • Download the free 'Explore West Norfolk' app to help you explore west Norfolk's beautiful churches (see page 17 for details) • Climb to the top of a historic working windmill at Bircham (open from April to the start of Autumn) • Trace the story of St Edmund, Hunstanton's most famous visitor on the Hunstanton Wolf Trail • Squeeze into the secret Priest's Hole at Oxburgh Hall • Visit the ancient Saxon town of Downham Market, often known as 'the Gingerbread Town' with its buildings made from distinctive Norfolk Carrstone

Explore west Norfolk's churches such as Downham Walks, on our Explore West Norfolk app 11

DISCOVER KING’S LYNN Explore the historic Hanseatic town of King’s Lynn, which has a wealth of magnificent buildings and architecture.

King’s Lynn was one of England’s most important ket Place, probably one of England’s grandest ports from as early as the 12th century and this squares and home to the Corn Exchange, now a maritime past is still very much in evidence today. thriving concert hall. Just a short walk from here Fine old merchants’ houses stretch down to the riv- is the magnificent St Nicholas’ Chapel and nearby er between cobbled lanes and the elegant Custom True’s Yard Fisherfolk Museum. House overlooks the original medieval harbour. Discover the town's courtyards, alleyways and mer- At the heart of the medieval old town, magnificent chants' yards with the King's Lynn Town Guides and King’s Lynn Minster dominates the Saturday Mar- visit the Tourist Information Centre at the Stories of ket Place which also features the distinctive Trinity Lynn venue within the town hall complex. Guildhall and historic Town Hall, home to Stories of Take a stroll along King’s Lynn’s historic waterfront Lynn, King's Lynn's latest attraction which tells the beside the River Great Ouse. Stop for a meal or stories of the town and its people over more than refreshments and watch out for boats arriving at 800 years of history. the visitor pontoons. Be sure to visit after dusk Take a short walk past the grand buildings and and watch King's Lynn's stunning Lynn Lumière merchants’ houses of Queen Street and King light projections. Street, towards the magnificent Tuesday Mar-

Why not take the opportunity to • Visit Lynn Museum, home of the Seahenge display and other fascinating exhibits • Stroll through King's Lynn's beautiful parkland 'The Walks' and explore inside the fascinating Red Mount Chapel • Pick up a copy of Discover King's Lynn to help you explore this historic town

Visit King's Lynn's historic Town Hall, home to 'Stories of Lynn' King's Lynn's tranquil waterfront

Outside the historic King's Lynn Minster 12 FUN THE ON BEACH Enjoy west Norfolk’s magnificent sandy beaches combined with the classic seaside resort of Hunstanton.

Whether you’re seeking a quiet secluded spot to lie back and relax, or want space to stretch out and play games, the wonderful beaches of West Nor- folk are sure to satisfy. Even in summer, there’s plenty of space for everyone. Check out superb beaches, such as , Old Hunstanton or . The classic resort of Hunstanton provides a cherished mix of Victorian charm, plus plenty of opportunities for fun, play and excitement. Famed for its striped cliffs and excellent beach, Hunstanton is ideal for playing on the sand, ex- ploring rock pools and enjoying the sea. The town’s excellent award-winning gardens are ideal for an afternoon stroll. With the traditional entertainment venue of the Princess Theatre, a fun fair, Sea Life Sanctuary, boat trips into , pony rides and all the other elements of an excellent family resort, Hunstanton is the perfect base to enjoy the coast. This fabulous coastline, focused around Hunstanton is very popular for water sports, with excellent conditions for sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, water ski- ing and canoeing.

Take a relaxed stroll along Heacham Beach

Why not take the opportunity to • Take a trip on the Wash Monster from Hunstanton • Head for Hunstanton to learn to kitesurf, windsurf or paddleboard • Enjoy the stunning sunsets from the beach at Heacham • Explore the rock pools beneath Hunstanton’s famous striped cliffs

Fun for all the family on Hunstanton beach 15 RURAL& COASTAL PURSUITS With such a marvellous mix of beautiful coastline, rolling farmland, forest and fen, why not set out on foot or bike to enjoy the countryside and its wildlife. West Norfolk offers a great opportunity to leave with national route 11, which links through to everyday life behind and spend a few days explor- . ing. From Hunstanton, you can set out along the Renowned throughout Britain, the area provides beautiful . At nearby Holme- some of the finest nature reserves in the - coun next-the-Sea an alternative is to head inland try and outstanding opportunities for bird watch- through idyllic countryside on the historic Peddars ing. From famous reserves along the coast, the Way. From King’s Lynn you can follow the Nar Val- unique environment of the Wash, and the special ley Way to Castle Acre or follow a waterways trail habitats of , there are great opportunities to Downham Market and beyond along The Fen for all to enjoy and discover our natural habitats. Rivers Way. For boat owners, the coastline and waterways For cyclists, National Cycle Network Route 1 offers of West Norfolk offer great opportunities to ex- a fascinating journey from the mystical Fens in the plore. Visitor pontoons at the heart of historic west, through King’s Lynn and northwards to the King’s Lynn provide a welcome stop over. Visit coast. Just south of King’s Lynn, route 1 connects www.sailthewash.com for details.

Why not take the opportunity to • Take a safari on the at • Join the Norfolk Coast Path at Hunstanton to explore the stunning coast • Enjoy a round of golf at one of nine courses in West Norfolk • Introduce the family to bird watching with the RSPB at • Download the free 'Walk West Norfolk' app to help your explore the area's great trails and walks (see page 16 for details)

Discovering West Norfolk by bike - Castle Acre The beautiful Fens to explore on the 'Fen Rivers Way' trail

Explore Brancaster Staithe 16 17 EXPLORE THE HEART OF WEST NORFOLK

Downham Market resident Sophie Chapman took to the trails and villages of Explore West Norfolk App - visiting the Historical & west Norfolk to give her verdict on Visit West Norfolk’s two new apps: Walk Archaeological Research Project West Norfolk and Explore West Norfolk (which can both be found on your device’s app store today)… West Norfolk has something for everyone, and the period to the First World War, the app provides a de- Explore West Norfolk app provides you with an in- tailed description of each time period along with the teresting array of majestic churches, historic sites, findings recovered by the team at SHARP. Walk West Norfolk App - The Bridle and Rabbit Lane walk informative museums and tranquil wildlife parks The research project also gives visitors the oppor- to visit and explore. With directions, a map and tunity to watch an excavation in progress. I had the description of each site, the app supplies you with chance to watch as crew members worked on the Sometimes planning a trip out can The Bridle and Rabbit Lane walk all the information you need to travel to and learn excavation of three malt houses in Chalkpit Field. be a daunting task. There’s the is both picturesque and remote. about these pleasant and historical locations. With the evidence of fires, I learnt there was a pos- question of where to go, how to get Although the start of the trek was a I used the app to visit SHARP – Sedgeford Historical sibility that more than one malt house burnt down there, and how close the nearest challenge to locate, once I was on and Archaeological Research Project; established and was replaced with another. However, if simply accommodation, cafes and activity the right path, the map was simple to in 1996, the project aims to investigate the human watching isn’t your forte, the project holds a festival outlets are situated. Such a trip follow; a route that roamed through settlement and land use of Sedgeford. I followed every year which includes reenactments, arts and is meant to be an enjoyable and housing estates before emerging in the directions displayed on the map and arrived at crafts for children and refreshments. The project relaxing experience instead of a between two expansive and undis- the archaeological excavation – located down a nar- also provides you with a once in a lifetime chance task… whether you enjoy explor- turbed fields. It was like materializing row, dirt track. By reporting to the visitor’s centre, I to dig for a day and work as an excavation volunteer. ing historic towns and heritage into the ‘secret garden;’ silent, breezy learned that the project started with that of a cem- Visitors can book to take courses in basic excava- or taking a peaceful trek through and unaffected by the industrializa- etery excavation where more than 350 bodies have tion, recording techniques or take an introductory the sleepy trails of west Norfolk, tion of man. been recovered from the area. One of these bodies course in photogrammetry. there’s a much simpler and effi- With its mellow yellows, luscious includes Joy (named by a crew member), whose With excavation season lasting six weeks during cient way to organize your dream greenery, and flat terrain, it is a bliss- skeleton can be found on display at the centre. trip. each summer, it would be a shame to miss such a ful setting that remains a prominent Other artefacts on display include Anglo-Saxon knife unique and interesting opportunity of seeing history The Walk West Norfolk app is es- feature of a country walk. It is a trek blades, dress pins, cooking pots and Roman brooch- recovered. pecially designed to provide you that can be enjoyed and appreciated es. With artifacts dating from the Late Mesolithic with numerous routes and trails without the disturbed rustling of a located around West Norfolk. The map and the confusion of where you map also has the use of filters, may be. All you need is the app to whereupon you can locate neigh- guide you to the gifts that the West bouring trails, accommodation, Norfolk countryside has to offer. cafés and churches if you so wish. Whether you’re an inexperienced walker or keen rambler, the app provides you with a choice of se- lecting a peaceful route around Fen Rivers Way or an exploratory West Norfolk trail. Providing you with a description of the area, di- rections and a map of the route you wish to take, I took this app for a spin to explore just one of The Walk West Norfolk and Explore West Norfolk apps can be found on your device’s app store. the hidden gems that West Norfolk Simply search for west Norfolk. For more details and direct links to the app downloads, has tucked away. visit www.explorewestnorfolk.co.uk 18 19

Finding your Hunstanton (map 1: C2) King’s Lynn (map 1: C4) accommodation Affectionately known as Sunny Hunny, a popular seaside resort featuring a King’s Lynn’s rich medieval and maritime trading history is reflected in many fine green, award winning gardens, extensive promenade, great beaches and fine buildings, which combined with its good shopping and fine cultural A wide range of holiday accommodation throughout west Norfolk is featured in this the distinctive red and white striped cliffs. entertainment make it an excellent place to stay.

brochure (page 27 – 33). Colour coding distinguishes each type of accommodation. The Grange Hotel The Burleigh «««« Gold award Guest House Page 27 «« Hotel Page 28 and Restaurant

Deepdene House «««« Guest House Page 28 Knights Hill Hotel & Spa «««« Hotel Page 28

Gate Lodge «««« Gold award Guest Accommodation Page 28 The Russet House Guest Accommodation Page 28 Hotels & Guest Hostels Self catering Holiday, Touring & accommodation Camping parks Gemini Lodge «««« Guest House Page 27 Stuart House Hotel Guest Accommodation Page 28 Hunstanton ««« Backpackers Page 29 Backpackers Within each section, the accommodation is listed alphabetically by town or village. (map 1: C5) Miramar «««« Guest Accommodation Page 27 See below for a quick reference guide to the accommodation and locations appearing. Lying in a wooded setting close to King’s Lynn, the unusual village church was Rosamaly Guest House «««« Guest Accommodation Page 27 built by Henry Bell who also built the iconic Custom House in King’s Lynn.

Brancaster Staithe (map 1: E1) Great Bircham (map 1: D3) «««« King's Lynn Caravan & Holiday, Touring & Crow’s Nest & Waders Gold award Self Catering Page 31 ««««« ►►►►► Page 33 Camping Park Camping Park Now a popular sailing centre surrounded by atmospheric coastline, this A typical West Norfolk village with pretty cottages and nearby Bircham Wind- «««« was once a Roman town and thriving port exporting corn from the local mill set in rolling countryside. Foxgloves Cottage Self Catering Page 31 hinterland. Old Hunstanton (map 1: C2) Shepherd's Huts & Thistle Dew ««« Self Catering Page 31 ««« Self Catering Page 30 Camping Separated from Hunstanton by the stunning striped cliffs and with access to 21 Dale End «««« Self Catering Page 30 Holiday, Touring & Searles Leisure Resort ««««« ►►►►► Page 33 Camping Park a fine sandy beach, Old Hunstanton has a village feel, with cottages, a and fine church. Great Massingham (map 1: E4) Caley Hall Hotel (map 1: E1) (map 1: C3) ««« Silver award Hotel Page 29 A delightful 18th and 19th century village with flint and cobble cottages hud- & Restaurant Closely connected to Brancaster and Brancaster Staithe, life in Burnham dled amongst two large ponds. Good access to the National Trail. On National Cycle Route 1, the village climbs towards the site of an old hall. Le Strange Arms Hotel «««« Hotel Page 29 Deepdale centres on the harbour with its thriving fishing and sailing commu- nity, the round tower church of St Mary’s and Dalegate Market with its shops Primrose Cottage ««« Self Catering Page 30 Foxes Croft «« Self Catering Page 31 The White Cottage ««« Gold star Guest Accommodation Page 29 and café adjacent to the backpackers hostel and campsite. Malgwyn Self Catering Page 32 Deepdale Backpackers Camping Park «««« Page 33 & Camping and Backpackers Heacham (map 1: C2) St Crispins «««« Self Catering Page 32 Long associated with , the American Indian Princess who married The Garden Lodge «««« Self Catering Page 32 (map 1: C3) into the Rolfe family, this large and attractive village by the sea has many shops and places to eat out. A large village with good amenities, a good base for walking and a Flower Festival each July in the church, which has a fine brick and carrstone tithe Sculthorpe (map 1: F3) Heacham Manor Hotel ««« Silver star Hotel Page 27 barn next door. ««« -«««« This Norfolk village, a few miles west of , has a picturesque old Cedar Springs Self Catering Page 30 Gold award water mill. The White House «««« Silver award Guest House Page 27 Lazy Days Approved Caravan Holiday Home Page 33 Greenacre ««« Self Catering Page 32 Docking (map 1: D2) Holme-next-the-sea (map 1: D2) Sedgeford (map 1: D2) Situated about 4 miles inland from the coast, Docking is at one of the highest points in Norfolk. Along with a regular local produce market it enjoys The attractive village is about a mile from the sea and the sands from which A settlement on the Peddars Way, it is the location of an archaeological good village facilities, an impressive church and is a great base for exploring a Bronze Age timber circle was excavated. The village has pretty carrstone research project into typical village settlements, which takes place for six the north west corner of Norfolk. and chalk cottages. weeks each summer.

The King William IV Naturally Norfolk «««« Self Catering Page 30 «««« «««« Silver award Inn Page 29 Brook Bungalow Self Catering Page 30 Country Inn & Restaurant

West Lodge «««« Self Catering Page 32

Thornham (map 1: D2)

About a mile of separate this attractive village from the sea. All Saints Visit West Norfolk app Church, the inn and the manor house are charmingly grouped together.

Illustrated sections on places to eat and drink, where to stay, attractions to visit, shops Oyster Cottage «««« Self Catering Page 32 and facilities all around west Norfolk can be found on the official Visit West Norfolk app. More details at visitwestnorfolk.com. Search your app store for "west norfolk" Various locations

Norfolk Holiday Homes ««« - ««««« Self Catering Page 32 20 21 GUIDE TO GRADINGS GUIDE TO QUALITY-ASSURED FOOD AWARDS THE NATIONAL ACCOMMODATION ACCESSIBLE SCHEME ADVERTS & SYMBOLS USED AA Rosettes can be awarded 1 Most of the accommodation in to establishments offering The National Accessible Scheme for 1 Name, location and map reference CALEY HALL HOTEL & RESTAURANT, Old Hunstanton Map 4: F2 - Map references refer to this brochure has been quality outstanding food. self-catering, parks and serviced maps 1, 2, 3 and 4 which appear of pages 22 - 26. assessed by either Visit England accommodation includes standards for Bookings: Caley Hall Hotel, Old Hunstanton Road, Visit England’s Breakfast Old Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 6HH. 2 Description - Highlights the character, location and any special or the AA, or has recently applied Award recognises hotels and guests with mobility impairment as well Tel: 01485 533486 features of the establishment. i i i i for a rating and is awaiting as standards for hearing and visually E: [email protected] 2 Guest House guest accommodation that offer W: www.caleyhallhotel.co.uk 3 Prices 2015 Quality Inspected assessment. Accommodation is a quality and choice of breakfast impaired guests Family-run Caley Hall Hotel provides superbly Serviced accommodation inspected by an impartial assessor (visit www.visitengland.com). comfortable and tastefully decorated chalet-style Unless otherwise stated, prices quoted are normally per person per exceeding expectations. rooms, many on the ground fl oor, some specially and is awarded one to five stars to night based on two people sharing a double or twin room for bed and Mobility adapted and featuring a level access shower. reflect the overall quality of the experi- SELF CATERING The rosette awarded restaurant serves a range of breakfast. Single room supplements may apply. locally sourced, seasonal dishes throughout the ence. For details of assessment criteria Typically suitable for a person Self catering accommodation day. 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S Y 8 E TO SWAFFHAM ern end of the atmospheric Ouse Washes with the New the town's stunning Lynn Lumière L S S R NORWICH A47 TO MIDLANDS AND D O L AND CAMBRIDGE A10 THE NORTH A47 & A17 E H Regular and popular outdoor markets are held on Fri- light projections onto some of Lynn’s FI (via Hardwick Roundabout) Bedford and Old Bedford Rivers which cross the Fens. For most prominent buildings. more information visit. www.ousewashes.org.uk days and Saturdays in the heart of town adjacent to the Town Hall. As a vibrant festival town (see page LEISURE Children will love visiting Church Farm at Stow Bardolph 41), why not plan your visit to enjoy one of King’s Lynn’s with its indoor ‘treehouse’ play area, animal encounters, LEISURE regular festivals, including the renowned King’s Lynn St James Pool. Swimming pools, fitness and health suite tractor rides, outdoor play areas, gifts and tea room. Downham Leisure. Wet and dry facilities – swimming Festival in July. facilities. Kings Lynn, PE30 1NN. Also nearby is the renowned WWT Welney Wetland Cen- pool with sports and fitness facilities. Bexwell Road, Tel: 01553 764888. tre with its wetland environment, wildlife and easy access MARKETS Downham Market, PE38 9LL. Tel: 01366 386868 Lynnsport. Extensive sporting complex offering fitness visitor centre. Visit in winter to marvel at thousands of King's Lynn's main market day is Tuesday, with stalls sit- studios, gymnasium, climbing wall, skatepark and out- birds who use it as their winter home, or watch out for FURTHER INFORMATION uated around the town centre and often on the Tuesday door pitches, tennis and athletics facilities. King's Lynn, wetland safaris in spring and summer. Other great attrac- Market Place. PE30 2NB. Tel: 01553 818001. tions nearby include the Tudor moated manor house at For telephone and e-mail enquiries contact King’s Lynn Tourist Information Centre. TOURS OF KING’S LYNN FURTHER INFORMATION Oxburgh Hall and beautiful Gooderstone Water Gardens. Tel: 01553 763044 Downham Market provides the perfect base for exploring [email protected] To truly discover the fascinating history of King’s Lynn, join Tourist Information Centre, Stories of Lynn, Saturday The Fen Rivers Way walking trail, which follows The River the King’s Lynn Town Guides on a historic walking tour. Market Place, King's Lynn PE30 5DQ. Tel: 01553 763044. Great Ouse north to King’s Lynn and south towards Ely. Afternoon tours available May to October, evening tours, [email protected] It is also the perfect base for enjoying the excellent bird June and August. Contact King’s Lynn TIC for details. To help explore King’s Lynn’s outstanding heritage and his- watching, angling, sailing and golf opportunities nearby. Alternatively, follow the King’s Lynn Maritime Trail which toric buildings, ask for a free copy of Discover King’s Lynn. explores the locations and stories behind centuries of the town’s maritime heritage (See page 35 for more details) 27 26 Hotels & Guest accommodation

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Bookings: Mrs Valerie Brundle, The White House, Bookings: Debbie Harrison, Gemini Lodge, 5 44 Hunstanton Road, Dersingham, King’s Lynn, Alexandra Road, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5BT. Norfolk PE31 6HQ. Tel: 01485 533902 Tel: 01485 541895 IN AND AROUND E: [email protected] A warm welcome awaits you at our family-run W: www.thewhitehousenorfolk.co.uk guesthouse situated in a quiet private road only Ex-rally driver Valerie, with family connections to F1 5 minutes walk from beach and town centre. All motor racing, welcomes you to her comfortable rooms en-suite with tea/coffee-making facilities, HUNSTANTON Victorian home. Convenient for Royal Sandringham, RSPB reserves, Norfolk Lavender, TV/DVD. All dayroom access. Easy parking. country houses.Ideal for beaches, watersports, We look forward to meeting you. 2019 GOLD AWARD RHS BRITAIN IN BLOOM 2019 ANGLIA IN BLOOM BEST OVERALL WINNER walking and cycling (just off national cycle route 1). Healthy breakfasts, vegetarian options and Prices: B&B from £40.00 to £42.50pppn. homemade marmalades served with speciality No single or family rooms. Minimum 2-night 2019 GOLD AWARD AND OVERALL WINNER COASTAL RESORT CATEGORY – ANGLIA IN BLOOM teas. Five mins from Dialysis Centre for those booking. Special rates: Phone for details. needing holiday treatment. Stairlift available. i i i i Prices: B&B from £50 to £55 Guest The classic seaside resort of Hunstan- A B C D E F Accommodation 2015 Bedrooms: 2 double (e), 2 twin (e) Bedrooms: 2 double (e), 1 twin (e) Quality Inspected ton, or ‘Hunston’ as it is known locally, S

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D ties for all the family. Daily from 1st April- A MARGARETS CL CH AS 30th September. Tel: 01485 535150. E Bookings: Sharon & Ram Chauhan-Jennings, 7 Cliff Terrace, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 6DY. LEISURE Tel: 01485 533080 E: [email protected] SOME SAFETY TIPS W: www.theburleigh.com Oasis. On the seafront, offering wet and dry facilities A charming family run guesthouse in the quieter including indoor fun pool, Fun Castle indoor play area, Black-and-white chequered flags indicate an area of wa- part of Hunstanton close to the town centre and roller skating, indoor bowls and fitness studio. sea front. Large, comfortable rooms, most with ter for use by water craft. Do not swim or bathe in this sea views. A superb breakfast using locally sourced Oasis, Central Promenade, Hunstanton PE36 5BD. Tel: zone. produce can be enjoyed in the large and airy dining 01485 534227 room. Take advantage of the bar, lounge and Children’s inflatables should always have a line connect- enjoy excellent sea views from our award winning FURTHER INFORMATION ed, held securely by an adult on the shore. Remember sunny patio. to protect yourself against the sun’s rays. Slip on a shirt, Prices: B&B from £40.00. Special rates: Hunstanton Tourist Information Centre, Town Hall, The Low season offers subject to availability. slap on a hat and slop on sunscreen. Always check the Bedrooms: 4 family (e), 2 double (e), 2 double (pb), Green, Hunstanton. Tel: 01485 532610. tide before you enter the water. 2 twin (e), 1 single (e)

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GATE LODGE, Hunstanton Map 4: C6 DEEPDENE HOUSE, Hunstanton Map 4: C7 THE WHITE COTTAGE, Old Hunstanton Map 4: E2 CALEY HALL HOTEL & RESTAURANT, Old Hunstanton Map 4: F2

Bookings: Stephen Perry & Archie Stirling, Bookings: Terry & Lesley Heade, Deepdene House, Bookings: Mrs Burton, 19 Wodehouse Road, Bookings: Caley Hall Hotel, Old Hunstanton Road, 2 Westgate, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5AL. 29 Avenue Road, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5BW. Old Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 6JW. Old Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 6HH. Tel: 01485 533549 Tel: 01485 532460 Tel: 01485 532380 Tel: 01485 533486 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.gatelodge-guesthouse.co.uk W: www.deepdenehouse.co.uk AA Gold Star Award (from 2014 to 2019). The W: www.caleyhallhotel.co.uk White Cottage is two minutes from the lovely Old Family-run Caley Hall Hotel provides superbly Superb accommodation with a friendly, relaxing Hunstanton beach and golf course. Hundreds of Deepdene House is an elegant Victorian home comfortable and tastefully decorated chalet-style atmosphere and all the extras you’d expect from bird watchers, walkers and holiday guests have situated just three minutes walk from the town rooms, many on the ground fl oor, some specially our Gold Award. Award winning breakfasts using enjoyed holidays in the happy atmosphere of The centre and sea front. The generously proportioned adapted and featuring a level access shower. the best local produce. Upper rooms have sea White Cottage over many years. Bedrooms have en-suite rooms are light and airy, and there is off- The rosette awarded restaurant serves a range of views, ground fl oor rooms overlook the garden, and sea views, free wi-fi and tea/coffee facilities. Sitting street parking. A warm welcome is guaranteed. locally sourced, seasonal dishes throughout the our luxury room has a sumptuous king size four room with TV for guests. Off-street parking. poster and many extras. Licensed bar and small day. Caley Hall prides itself on its relaxed friendly car park. Visit the website for prices, availability or Prices: B&B from £55 to £90. Prices: B&B from £36 pppn. atmosphere, whilst maintaining attentive service. booking. Special rates: by arrangement. Special Winter/Spring breaks. Please phone for Prices: B&B from £89. Half Board from £116.50 Prices: Summer: B&B from £47.50pppn inc 20% VAT. details. Special rates: available all year subject to i i i i i i Guest Spring & Autumn: Reduced prices. Accommodation availability, phone for details. Hotel 2015 2015 Bedrooms: 6 double (e), 1 twin (e) Bedrooms: 2 king (e), 1 twin (e) Bedrooms: 1 double (e), 1 double or twin (pb) Gold Award Bedrooms: 38 double, twin, family (e) Quality Inspected !« ¶sehf0C{g Dÿ JoK +kn !¶sehf0Co ≥mna ¶h0C ³fTDK≥ no !¶sedhf0C{@g ÿ JoK 3 ≥ ³kmna»¹

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Bookings: Knights Hill Hotel & Spa, South Wootton, Bookings: The Russet House, 53 Goodwins Road, Bookings: Le Strange Arms Hotel, Golf Course Road, King’s Lynn PE30 3HQ. King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE30 5PE. Old Hunstanton, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 6JJ. Tel: 01553 675566 Fax: 01553 675568 Tel: 01553 773098 Tel: 01485 534411 Fax: 01485 534724 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.knightshill.co.uk W: www.therussethousehotel.co.uk W: www.lestrangearms.co.uk The Hotel is uniquely situated in the village of Knights Hill Hotel & Spa is situated on the high A substantial late-Victorian property close to King’s Old Hunstanton, one mile north of the traditional northern edge of King’s Lynn with magnifi cent Lynn town centre and railway station (10 mins). seaside town of Hunstanton. Whilst being on the views in all directions. Set in 11 acres of Two guest lounges. Prices include a freshly cooked east coast of England it faces west across the meadowland and gardens, it is conveniently breakfast. Evening meals are available for groups. Wash, treating guests to beautiful sunsets over the located for historic King’s Lynn, Royal Sandringham Free WiFi and ample off-street parking. All rooms sea. The hotel grounds run down to one of the best and Norfolk Lavender with Castle Rising just a mile are en-suite and have tea/coffee making facilities. sandiest beaches in the area. away. Child cots available. Prices: B&B from £44.00 to £65.50. DB&B from £61.75 to £90.00. Min stay 2 nights. All rates are Prices: B&B from £49.00 to £67.50. DB&B £68.50 Prices: B&B per room from £55 single, £75 double. to £92.50. All rates are per person per night based per person per night based on 2 people sharing on 2 people sharing. Minimum stay 2 nights. i i i i twin/double room. i i i i Hotel Hotel 2015 2015 Bedrooms: 79 bedrooms (e) Quality Inspected Bedrooms: 4 double (e), 4 twin/double (e), 3 single (e), 2 triple (e) Bedrooms: 4 single (e), 27 double (e), 10 twin (e), 2 family (e) Quality Inspected aÿ « f0sCNPDv³dehkmno{ @z»¼¹S ¶shf0C{Dÿ JoK ³kmna»¹½ a« « 0sCDv³dfehkmno{ @3 I

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Bookings: Reception, The King William IV, Bookings: Neal & Alison Sanderson, 15-17 Avenue Heacham Road, Sedgeford, Hunstanton, Road, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5BW. Norfolk PE36 5LU. ; Tel: 01485 532061 / 07771 804831 Tel: 01485 571765 2015 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Dinner Award Affordable, large pair of Victorian houses. B&B, W: www.thekingwilliamsedgeford.co.uk catered or self catering for individuals, families Award-winning nine-bedroom inn and restaurant. or groups. Shared or sole use hire. Bunks, double Your perfect base to visit nearby Peddars Way, en-suite and family rooms, Guest lounge, kitchen, Norfolk Coast, RSPB Reserves, Norfolk Lavender, Dining room, Garden and classroom. 3 minutes walk to beach or town centre. Great for school Sandringham and golf links. Four restaurant areas, residentials & family reunions. Bar, Alfresco Dining and garden. Dog and family friendly, wheelchair access. Extensive menu and Price per night: Dorm price Adults £30.00. Private daily specials. King Size Beds. 2 Bed from £65.00, 4 Bed from £95.00. Enquire for family rooms and sole use. SCHOOL GROUPS Prices: B&B from £52.50 (low) to £70 (high). full board available. Less £5 per head with Special rates: Check website for special offers. i i i i no breakfast. Excellent 3 night break rates. Inn 2015 Number of beds: 47 in total: 2,3,4,6 & 8 bed rooms Bedrooms: 9 double/twin (e) Quality Inspected available, some with ensuite and some with WC. !¶shf0Cv{@DK 3 z≥³kmna»¹ !0 g tDo3 +≥ ³kmna»¹(])

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Bookings: Mr T Verma, Willow Park, off South 35 Goodwins Road, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE30 5QX. Wootton Lane, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE30 3BP. Tel: 01553 772169 Fax: 01553 774788 Tel/Fax: 01553 673777/671222 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.stuart-house-hotel.co.uk W: www.thegrangehotelkingslynn.co.uk CAMRA ‘Good Beer Guide’ listed. A homely Jane and Taz Verma invite you to their attractive independently operated hotel, quietly situated Edwardian hotel set in its own grounds. Spacious within its own grounds just a short walk from the en-suite bedrooms with all facilities. Great historic centre of King’s Lynn. All rooms are en- bar and restaurant with the best of British and suite, have TV, free WiFi internet, and tea/coffee Indian cuisine. making facilities. The restaurant offers a superb international menu, and the bar boasts a range Prices: Double £95 B&B, Single £70 B&B. Special of real ales and fi ne wine. Regular entertainment rates: Available for stays of 3 nights or longer. and theme weekends. B&B: from £60.00 to £100 pppn. Special rates: i i Weekend breaks; Long stay discount available; Hotel Murder Mystery, Theme weekends 2015 Bedrooms: 9 (e) Quality Inspected Rooms: 4 single (e), 6 double (e), 6 twin (e), 2 family (e) aÿ f0sC@I³Kdhkmno{ aÿ fdegh0sCJD@³Kkmno{ 30 31 Self catering accommodation Self catering accommodation

21 DALE END, Brancaster Staithe Map 1: D2 NATURALLY NORFOLK, Docking Map 1: D2 CROW’S NEST & WADERS, Hunstanton Map 4: C7 FOXGLOVES COTTAGE, Hunstanton Map 4: C7

Bookings: Naturally Norfolk Bookings: Terry & Lesley Heade, Deepdene House, Bookings: Mrs D Clark, 58 High Street East, 1 Bookings: Terry & Lesley Heade, Deepdene House, 1 Uppingham, Rutland LE15 9PZ. Tel: 01485 518779 29 Avenue Road, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5BW. 29 Avenue Road, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5BW. Tel: 01572 822581 / 07889 660783 E: [email protected] Tel: 01485 532460 Tel: 01485 532460 E: [email protected] W: www.naturally-norfolk.com E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.debbieclarklettings.com Three comfortable and refurbished properties, W: www.deepdenehouse.co.uk W: www.deepdenehouse.co.uk A bright, sunny property for 6 people, with south just 4 miles from the north Norfolk Heritage Coast. Providing the perfect base for your holiday. facing garden, 21 Dale End was recently completely Easy access to the nearby RSPB sanctuaries and Properties are located within easy walking distance Providing the perfect base for your holiday, refurbished. The open-plan contemporary ground nature reserve, the properties are a great base to of the sea front and town centre. 1 dog welcomed. Foxgloves is located within easy walking distance fl oor features a brand new kitchen and of the sea front and town centre. 1 dog welcomed, explore all that north & west Norfolk have to offer. 2 3 Parking available at both properties. 2 underfl oor heating. Upstairs is a spacious master Wi-fi included. Short breaks available. Lavender Both properties are rated 4 star gold award enclosed garden patio, off street parking. Mobility bedroom with en suite bathroom, one twin and Bluebell Cottages are adjoining and can be Access Level 1. bedroom, one bedroom with bunks and a family Crow’s Nest (1) is a fi rst fl oor apartment with booked together. Mill House does not take dogs. a large balcony. bathroom. A minute’s walk to excellent pubs, Prices: £455 to £675. Mill House (1) Sleeps 6 shops and the Coastal Path. Waders (2) is a large ground fl oor apartment Special rates: Short breaks available off-season. Bluebell Cottage (2) Sleeps 4 with patio. Mobility Access Level 1. Prices per week: From £480 to £900. Lavender Cottage (3) Sleeps 4 Prices per week: £465 to £695. Prices per week: B&B. From £300.00 - £1350.00 Open: all year Special rates: Short breaks available off-season Sleeps: 6 Sleeps: 4-6 Sleeps: Crow’s Nest 4 (1 king, 1 twin), Waders 4 (1 king, 1 twin) Sleeps: 3–4, 1 double, 1 single + occasional a f0C@D≥!]* ¶s »¹:)( ¶:f0C@D Ua¹´,(])Ç sfC@ÿ ≥ a¸0!(*])Ç- sfIC@ÿ ≥ a¸0!(*])Ç

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Bookings: Mrs Elly Chalmers, Bircham Windmill, Bookings: Christine Riches, 21 Weasenham Road, Bookings: Pamela McCarter, Grain Barn, Cambs Bookings: Christine Riches, 21 Weasenham Road, Great Bircham, Norfolk PE31 6SJ. Great Massingham, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE32 2EY. PE13 4JT Great Massingham, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE32 2EY. Tel: 01485 578393 Tel: 01485 520216 Tel: 07887 855059 Tel: 01485 520216 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] E: pam@harmonyroofi ng.co.uk E: [email protected] W: www.birchamwindmill.co.uk W: www.christines-norfolk-cottages.co.uk Thistle Dew is only 100 yards from Hunstanton’s W: www.christines-norfolk-cottages.co.uk Flint cottage, spacious accommodation, straight long beautiful promenade and seafront. Large Comfortable, warm, small detached bungalow Two Shepherd’s huts and camp site are adjoined wide staircase, in idyllic surroundings. Excellent enclosed balcony where you can relax & enjoy in Ingoldisthorpe near Sandringham. The larger to Bircham Windmill - a superb location for beach, touring base for Sandringham, coast and historic the sea views & west facing sunsets. Walking adjacent villages of Dersingham and Snettisham walking, bird watching. Windmill museum, bakery, market towns. In conservation area of picturesque distance to the Princess Theatre, Sea Life Centre, have shops, pubs & restaurants. It is within 5-10 and tearooms. village, opposite green and pond. Shop and pub, Oasis swimming pool, golf courses & many bars minutes drive to beaches of Snettisham (easy Prices: Huts from £55, campsite pitches from £19, cooking local food, within 5 minutes walk. Use of & restaurants. Various places to visit around the access to RSPB reserve), Heacham and Hunstanton additional children £3, additional adults £9.50. large secluded garden. Lots of local walks. Peddars Norfolk Coast and close by, including Sandringham. a further 5 minutes. The King’s Lynn/Hunstanton Dogs £2 each per night. Way nearby. Dogs welcome. Parking. Heating, linen free wifi and parking for 2 vehicles. We are pet bus route passes. Large garden. Dogs welcome. Parking. Heating, linen included. Brochure. Electric hook-up £3. included. Brochure. friendly. Prices per week: £260-£410. Prices per week: £475 - £630, short stay guests Prices per week: £260 to £395. Campsite open: April - September 30th Special rates: Winter breaks 3 nights £190, welcome, minimum of 3 nights stay. £100 Special rates: Winter breaks 3 nights Campsite pitches: 15, 2 huts. Seasonal pitches 4 nights £215. refundable deposit taken on all bookings. £190, 4 nights £215. Sleeps: 2 Sleeps: 1-5 Sleeps: 2-3 aCDI@»´. Ê ¶sfC@D 0!,(]) aefsC0)c¶](V@ ¶sCe@Dÿ 0!,(])

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Bookings: Kristel Howe, Owl Lodge, Jubilee Road, Bookings: Mrs S Johnstone Heacham, Norfolk PE31 7AR. Tel: 07599 401222 Tel: 01485 570609 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] W: www.brookbungalow.co.uk W: www.cedarspringsholidays.co.uk This delightful holiday retreat is the ideal base to Three spacious log cabins and two smaller lodges situated on a quiet chalet park. Two cabins with discover the beautiful North Norfolk coast and is access ramps, three bedrooms to sleep fi ve. equally well placed for walkers or cyclists alike. The One adults only cabin sleeps four in two bedrooms. beach and local pub are both within a short stroll, Two bathrooms (one ensuite). Two lodges with two with plenty more to explore locally. Spacious with bedrooms. Pretty location fi ve minutes walk from 3 double bedrooms (2 en-suite), comfortable and beach. Allocated parking outside all properties. well equipped throughout with a sheltered orchard Heating, linen, towels included. No pets. providing a lovely suntrap and perfect BBQ location. Prices per week: Lodges £420 to £560. Prices per week: £710 to £1,000. Log cabins £530 to £700. Log cabins Christmas & New Year £600 to £950 Open: April to October Sleeps: 3-5 Sleeps: 2-8

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THE GARDEN LODGE, Old Hunstanton Map 4: E2 MALGWYN, Old Hunstanton Map 4: E2 DEEPDALE BACKPACKERS AND CAMPING, Burnham Deepdale Map 1: E1 KING’S LYNN CARAVAN AND CAMPING PARK, North Runcton Map 1: C5 Bookings: Le Strange Arms Hotel, Golf Course Road, Bookings: Mrs Swift, Church Farm House, Weston Bookings: Deepdale Backpackers and Camping, Bookings: New Road, North Runcton, Old Hunstanton, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 6JJ Colville, Cambridge CB21 5PE. Deepdale Farm, Burnham Deepdale, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE33 0RA. Tel: 01485 534411 Tel: 01223 290207 / 07484 715301 Norfolk, PE31 8DD Tel: 01553 840004 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] Tel: 01485 210256 E: [email protected] W: www.lestrangearms.co.uk W: www.cottageguide.co.uk/malgwyn E: [email protected] W: www.kl-cc.co.uk The Garden Lodge is located in the grounds of the An old-fashioned Edwardian house providing a W: www.deepdalebackpackers.co.uk Set in approximately ten acres of beautiful mature Le Strange Arms Hotel and has three individual en- good base for a seaside holiday. A few minutes Deepdale is an award-winning, friendly parkland, the site is situated in a prime position for suite bedrooms. walk to sandy beaches, golf courses, Norfolk independent backpackers hostel and campsite touring Norfolk and the Fens, which are both areas The two storey lodge has been designed to make the Coastal Path. Well situated for bird reserves, stately located on the beautiful North Norfolk Coast. of outstanding natural beauty and is the nearest most of the magnifi cent sea views and offer guests a homes, local pubs. Spacious accommodation with We offer comfortable self-catering accommodation site to the historic town of King’s Lynn. 5 star park home from home with an open plan kitchen, lounge fully equipped kitchen and central heating, two for individuals and small groups, along with pitches with Camping Mega-Pods and Holiday Lodges. and dining area. sitting rooms and three bedrooms. Enclosed south- for tents, campervans and motor homes. There’s a Modern Eco facilities. Small shop on site. Good On the fi rst fl oor you will fi nd the master bedroom facing garden and off-road parking. café, shops, bike hire and visitor information local pubs. Bus from outside site. Open all year. with its king size bed, en-suite bathroom and seating Prices per week: £500 to £1,250. Special rates: centre onsite. Prices: Lodges from £70.00 per night. Pods from area and doors leading onto a private balcony with a Off-season weekend & mid-week breaks (min Prices: Camping from £8 per night. £30.00 per night. Caravan/Motorhomes from stunning view of the coast. 3 nights) from £100 per night. Low occupancy Backpackers hostel from £13 per night £15.00 and tents from £8.00 per pitch per night. ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Prices from: i i i i Campsite £495 for 3 nights. Hotel discounts – call for details. 2016 2015 Open: All year Sleeps: 8 Quality Inspected Sleeps: 8 + cot Open: All year Pitches: 150, 16 holiday lodges & 8 camping pods. Seasonal pitches Quality Inspected asefsxCF0)K¨'c:¶»¹³¡ !g¶s0C@DK V≥ a»¹´-,(&]):½Ç¸ 0C{@ÿ JK 73M UT≥ma¸´!(*]=ÇÁ) ʣŠC{@ÿ J a»¸0!,(&*=):ÇÁ) Êd .Å ¶

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Bookings: Lesley Poore, Wodehouse Road, Bookings: Mrs J Tuddenham, Greenacre, Bookings: Jenny McDermott Bookings: Searles Leisure Resort, South Beach, Old Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 6JD. 1 The Street, Sculthorpe, Fakenham, 7 Tudor Way, Dersingham, Norfolk PE31 6LX Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5BB. Tel: 01485 534036 Norfolk NR21 9QD. Tel: 01485 543962 or 07961 676902 Tel: 01485 534211 E: [email protected] Tel: 01328 862858 E: [email protected] E: [email protected] www.lazydaysheacham.co.uk W: www.stcrispinshunstanton.co.uk W: www.searles.co.uk A delightful detached bungalow in the heart of Lazy Days is a large one bedroom caravan perfect Family fun holidays or relaxing breaks, this award Quietly situated opposite a grassy path to the Sculthorpe village. Well equipped with comfortable for two people. It is dog friendly and is on a quiet winning North West Norfolk coastal holiday resort beach. Ground fl oor accommodation. Ideal for two modern furniture, colour TV, exposed beams, site within walking distance of the beach, shop, bus is your perfect choice. Comfortable, modern holiday adults. Small fenced garden and parking. Within centrally heated in the winter and ideal for stops and local village pub/restaurant. Outside, the homes, all centrally heated and double glazed. Mains caravan has an adjacent parking space and a wrap- 400 yards of three pubs, three restaurants, the exploring Norfolk’s lovely beaches. Eight miles to service, electric and standard touring and camping around veranda, which provides a secure space village shop and beach cafe. Pets welcome. Highly coast, Walsingham shrine, bird watching, National for dogs and a delightful area for al fresco dining. pitches available all year. FREE Leisure Passes to recommended by returning valued guests. Bargain Trust, close to public house. Garden, parking, The bedroom has lots of storage and an en-suite pools and entertainment. Superb facilities for all the breaks when available. owner supervised. bathroom. family and only 200 metres from the beach. Prices per break: Lodges £325 to £2,299. Prices per week: £285 to £428. Special rates: 3 or Prices per week: from £210 - £235. Prices per week: £300.00 to £420.00. Dogs £30.00. Short breaks available out of season. Holiday Homes are £99.00 to £1,149.00. 4 day bargain breaks when available, please phone Prices pn: Touring & Camping £15 to £73 per pitch. for details. Sleeps: 2+2 = 4. 1 bedroom sleeps 2 + double put-me-up in Open: February to January Sleeps: 2 lounge sleeps 2. 1 shared bathroom. Sleeps: 4 Open: Holiday Homes: February to December. Touring all year. !¶ sef0Cv@Dÿ≥ ´,(&*]):Ç !sf0Cg Dÿ J0(&$*=)ÇV Cv@ 0-!,(&*]):£J¸Ugs.MI 0{@g AJ 3M VU¼zPQNS≥ ³knµY*Á) Ê£d Å

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Bookings: Mrs G Tibbs, Cole Green Cottage, Sedgeford, Nr Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5LS. Tel: 01485 571770 Visit West Norfolk West Lodge is a pretty Edwardian gate lodge situated at the former entrance to Sedgeford Hall. Places to visit • History and heritage It is in the conservation area of Cole Green overlooking a wooded valley set in its own garden Attractions and activities • Events with private parking. The lodge has a wide south Holiday accommodation facing veranda. The one double bedroomed Travel information accommodation is well equipped for two people. The spacious sitting/dining room has two settees. www.visitwestnorfolk.com Prices per week: £300.00 low season to £450.00 high season @visitwnorfolk

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Bookings: Mrs G Tibbs, Cole Green Cottage, Bookings: Sandra Hohol, Norfolk Holiday Homes, Sedgeford, Nr Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5LS. 70a Westgate, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5EP. Tel: 01485 571770 Tel: 01485 534267 E: [email protected] Oyster cottage is a Georgian terraced cottage that W: www.norfolkholidayhomes.agency retains many of its original features. It is situated in a conservation area and provides well equipped Quality properties for everyday people sleeping comfortable accommodation for four people. from 2 - 12. Discover Norfolk in one of our quality Upstairs there are two bedrooms, one double graded properties up to 5 stars. Close to places and one twin as well as a Bathroom. Downstairs of interest, beaches and attractions. Extensive is the sitting room and the kitchen/dining room selection for all budgets and requirements, which overlooks the pretty paved courtyard walled swimming pools, ground fl oor accommodation and garden. pets welcome. Free brochure. Book online, phone or in offi ce. Prices per week: £300 low season to £450 high season Prices per week: £280 to £1995. Christmas/New Year breaks. Short breaks and special off-peak rates available. Sleeps: 4 ¶I0V,(&*¸.]) aÿ fg0 CJODvK&*¸!{@»¹(]=)´-,½P 35 34

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Traditional brewery and 4-acre garden. Café, Bar, Come and discover the history of King’s Lynn Shop, Free Parking, Disabled Facilities. North with one of our Town Guides. Each walking tour Brink, Wisbech PE13 1LW. reveals beautiful historic buildings and takes you Admission: Garden – Adults £4.00, concessions through hidden passageways and courtyards. £3.50. Brewery Tour – Adults £8.00 Child (6 - 16 See churches, guildhalls, fi ne merchant houses, PLACES TO VISIT only) £5. Groups by arrangement. market places and the river - and learn about Open: Spring to Autumn 2020 (see website for all the people of King’s Lynn who made it such a Whatever your interests, west Norfolk offers a wealth of fascinating opening times and dates) remarkable place. Tel: 01945 583160 For details of tours, see page 39. www.elgoods-brewery.co.uk places to visit & enjoy. Tel: 01553 763044

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Britain’s Biggest beer shop with some 2000 Six enchanting acres: ponds, stream, waterways, Visit the home of Seahenge. See the 4000-year- 10 12 18 different craft beers, real ales and lagers from ells-next- 13 bridges. Mature trees, shrubs, colourful borders. old timbers and explore a life size reconstruction over 60 countries. We also stock over 2000 Eight-acre nature trail. Kingfi sher hide. Lots of showing how this Bronze Age structure looked in 19 22 the-Sea different malt whiskies, rums, gins, vodkas, 6 seats. Dogs & children free. Delicious homemade 2000 BC. Enjoy displays telling West Norfolk’s liqueurs, cocktail and coffee syrups and a huge cakes. PE33 9BP. 6 miles SW of Swaffham. unique story – from the Iron Age to the present range of branded beer glasses. Full disabled THE Brancaster Open: Garden open daily all year: 10am-5:30pm (dusk day – all set in a beautifully restored 19th century access. Open every day including bank holidays. ASH if sooner). Tearoom open 9 Mar–end of Oct, daily if chapel. Lynn Museum, Market Street, King’s Lynn, Coaches welcome. HUNSTANTON Burnham weather fair. Please check on 01366 328118/ 01366 PE30 1NL. 328007. Open: Mon - Sat 9am - 6pm, Sundays and Tearoom closes 5pm, 4pm from Sept. Garden Open: Tues - Sat. Heacham 17 Market enquiries 01603 712913/ 07730 551945 Bank Holidays 10am - 4pm. 5 Tel: 01553 775001 www.gooderstonewatergardens.co.uk Tel: 01553 812000 www.beersofeurope.co.uk 11 13 14 23 Docking www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk

27 2 15 16 25 BIRCHAM WINDMILL 2 Map 1: D3 21 HUNSTANTON SEA LIFE SANCTUARY 10 Map 4: B7 LYNNSPORT 16 Map 2: F1 Fakenham 26 28 3 This beautiful windmill makes a delightful family Experience our enlarged Penguin Enclosure and With superb facilities and high standards of day out. You will fi nd tearooms, gallery, bakery, Great Massingham get close encounters with our resident Humboldt service, Lynnsport in King’s Lynn is a unique Penguins! As you dive into the underwater world venue offering fi rst class fi tness and leisure gift shop, garden, animals and children’s play KING'S LYNN 31 area for under 7s, children’s baking and of course at SEA LIFE Hunstanton you will get closer than facilities. There is a wide range of activities and the windmill museum itself. Also self-catering you ever imagined to sharks, seals, otters, classes suitable for all ages and abilities including accommodation, caravan/campsite. Free parking. 1 24 29 penguins and Ernie the Giant Sea Turtle. Book fi tness studios, gymnastics centre, climbing wall, online and save! skatepark, outdoor pitches, tennis courts and Open: April 1 to Sept 30, daily 10am-5pm. athletics facilities. Tel: 01485 578393 Open: All year (Closed on Christmas Day & Boxing Day) Southern Promenade, Hunstanton, PE36 5BH Open: Daily. www.birchamwindmill.co.uk 8 20 4 Saffham Tel: 01485 533576 Tel: 01553 818001 9 www.sealife.co.uk alivewestnorfolk.co.uk isbech 7 DO NHAM CASTLE RISING CASTLE 3 Map 1: C4 KING’S LYNN MARITIME TRAIL 11 Map 2: C2 NORFOLK LAVENDER 17 Map 1: C2 MARKET 30 Castle Rising Castle is one of the most important Discover King’s Lynn’s history as a premier Enjoy a wonderful day out for all ages with lots 12th-century castles in England. The stone English sea port, the stories of its merchants, ship to see. The lavenders look and smell stunning keep, built around 1140, is amongst the fi nest builders, sailors, fi shermen, press gangs, porters when in bloom. The distillery is open July to end surviving examples of its kind anywhere in the and pubs which have been part of its history. This August. Visit the Animal Farm and let the children country and this, together with the massive way marked trail starts at True’s Yard Fisherfolk play on the new outdoor play area. Exciting gift surrounding earthworks, makes Rising a castle Museum. It features 27 pavement plaques with shops and plant centre to tempt all. Take a stroll of national signifi cance. four different illustrations refl ecting the historic in the fragrant meadow or just sit and relax. Tel: 01553 631330 wards which the trail passes through. Tel: 01485 570384 www.castlerising.com Indicates attractions which are accredited through the The trail guide costs just 50p and is available Mail order: 01485 572714 Visit England Visitor Attraction Quality Assurance Scheme from True’s Yard Fisherfolk Museum or the Tourist www.norfolk-lavender.co.uk Information Centre. Tel: 01553 763044

CHURCH FARM, STOW BARDOLPH 4 Map 1: C6 DALEGATE MARKET 6 Map 1: E1 HUNSTANTON RESORT AMENITIES 12 Map 4:B5 THE PRINCESS THEATRE HUNSTANTON 18 Map 4: C6

Fun for all the family. Indoor and outdoor play Wonderful shopping and very tasty food & drink Hunstanton’s great resort amenities include crazy Our varied programme features all the best touring area, lots of friendly farm animals, pedal tractors at Dalegate Market in Burnham Deepdale on the golf, pitch & putt, foot golf and bowling. shows, including comedy, plays, musicals, ballet, and trampolines. Giant sandpit and straw play beautiful North Norfolk Coast. The Shops & Café Various events taking place throughout the opera, children’s shows and pantomime, together barn, tractor and trailer rides, plus much more! are open all year, with Pop Up Shops joining them summer. Please check website for more with weekly cinema screenings and frequent Theatre Live performances, direct from ’s Open: Daily from 13 February to 1 November. from Easter to October. Home to the Deepdale information. West End. Our popular terrace provides one of the Spring Market and Deepdale Christmas Market. Tel: 01485 535150 See website for winter opening dates. best views in town, perfect for enjoying a glass of Tel: 01366 382162 Tel: 01485 210305 www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/hunstantonevents wine or a delicious cappuccino. www.churchfarmstowbardolph.co.uk www.dalegatemarket.co.uk Open: Daily from 10am (except Christmas Day) Box Offi ce – Tel: 01485 532252 www.princesshunstanton.co.uk

CREAKE ABBEY 5 Map 1: E2 DOWNHAM LEISURE 7 Map 3: G4 KING’S LYNN CORN EXCHANGE 13 Map 2: B3 OASIS 19 Map 4: B7

Discover a beautiful food hall and café, an award Downham Leisure in Downham Market offers a This grade II listed building on the Tuesday Located along Hunstanton’s seafront, Oasis is winning hair salon, shopping boutiques, with range of sports facilities including a spacious, Market Place, King’s Lynn, is a multi-purpose the perfect location for a fun-fi lled family day out. everything from country clothing to antiques plus modern fi tness studio with a wide range of venue hosting pantomime, music concerts, 25m indoor leisure pool with 33m aqua slide, a framer and a space for art. Near Burnham equipment. There is a 25 metre swimming pool family shows, ballet, opera, classical music, toddler pool and whirlpool spa, the Fun Castle Market, come for outstanding home cooked food with a varied timetable plus a programme of dance, antique fairs and a regular comedy club. children’s indoor adventure play area, roller and fun. Award-winning monthly farmers’ market activities suitable for all ages and abilities. The relaxing Coffee House is open 10am - 3pm skating rink, indoor bowls green, fi tness studio and special events. Free parking, open year Open: Daily. for shoppers and tourists to enjoy a selection of and a seafront facing cafe. round. NR21 9LF. Tel: 01366 386868 coffees and snacks. Open: Daily. Tel: 01328 730399 alivewestnorfolk.co.uk Box Offi ce: 01553 764864 Tel: 01485 534227 www.creakeabbey.co.uk kingslynncornexchange.co.uk alivewestnorfolk.co.uk 36 37

OCTAVIA HILL’S BIRTHPLACE HOUSE 20 Map 1: A5 STORIES OF LYNN 26 Map 2: B4

The Grade II* Octavia Hill’s Birthplace House Visit King’s Lynn’s stunning attraction on your tells the story of the pioneer of social housing holiday. Discover the stories of King’s Lynn - home Visitors to west Norfolk and the National Trust. Tea Room and walled to seafarers, explorers, mayors, merchants, garden. magistrates and miscreants for over 800 years. will find a great range of Open: Up to 8 March 2020 the museum is open Tour the old gaol cells, try on Mayors robes, see the fi rst Saturday of each month. the King John cup and more! regular entertainment Open season: 8 March to end of October, Open: Daily Saturday to Wednesday during summer months. Tel: 01553 774297 1pm – 4.30pm (last admissions 4pm). www.storiesofl ynn.co.uk venues as well as many Tel: 01945 476358 www.octaviahill.org festivals and events. See page 38 to 41 for more SANDRINGHAM 21 Map 1: C3 THAXTER’S GARDEN CENTRE & COFFEE SHOP 27 Map 1: C3 details of events. The Royal Family’s country retreat in Norfolk. The Coffee Shop at Thaxters is popular for Set in 60 acres of stunning gardens. House, its home-made cakes and scones, baked daily. Enjoy popular cooked breakfasts, In Hunstanton, the Princess Theatre has long traditions Museum and Gardens open from April to October, In King’s Lynn, the magnificent grade II listed Corn (except Good Friday 10 April and 25-31 July). The sandwiches, baguettes and homemade specials as a popular live entertainment venue, hosting a varied restaurant, gift shop and 600 acre country park in the coffee shop or attractive garden. Exchange situated in Tuesday Market Place offers a wide with way marked trails and play area are open The Garden Centre sells everything for the programme including special summer productions. every day, except Christmas day. gardener, plus a large range of giftware. The programme of live entertainment, including opera, ballet, grocery sells hot chickens from its rotisserie, freshly Tel: 01485 532252 or visit www.princesshunstanton.co.uk Tel: 01485 545408 baked bread, newspapers, lottery and much more. concerts, comedy, pantomime and children’s shows and a www.sandringhamestate.co.uk At close to historic Castle Acre, Westacre Open: 7 days a week. regular comedy club. Tel: 01485 541514 www.thaxters.co.uk Theatre provides a year - round programme of productions, Nearby, the 15th century Guildhall of St George, provides children’s drama, film and exhibitions as well as a range an atmospheric venue for theatre, music, exhibitions and 22 28 of classes including singing, dancing and creative art. SEARLES SEATOURS Map 4: B7 THE WALKS Map 2: E4 films presented by local groups & organisations. Tel: 01760 755800 or www.westacretheatre.com Make Sea Tours your fi rst port of call. Grade II listed 18thC park, restored with Heritage Box office for both venues: 01553 764864 Unique Amphibious sea tours of the Wash in Lottery funding. Plenty on offer, from formal Other regular entertainment venues include Searles Hunstanton’s famous two Wash Monsters. gardens and art installations, to play equipment, www.kingslynncornexchange.co.uk Exciting and educational, a must for all! Enjoy bespoke parkour facility and café. Free events Leisure Resort in Hunstanton, and Downham Market Town a Seal Safari and visit the seals or take a trip throughout the year, with bandstand concerts, Also in King’s Lynn, the Majestic Cinema, a classic Hall. There is a wealth of craft centres and art galleries along the Hunstanton coastline, leaving from tours of 15thC Red Mount Chapel and spectacular Victorian-style cinema screens films to cater to all tastes. the central promenade in Hunstanton. Call or ‘Fawkes in The Walks’ fi reworks display. throughout the towns, coast and countryside of West visit our website for tour times and more details. Open: Red Mount tours, May to Sept. Band stand Tel: 01553 772603 or www.majestic-cinema.co.uk Norfolk to suit all tastes and interests. Tel: 01485 534444/07831 321799 concerts, June to Sept. Park open daily. Secure your seat by pre-booking Tel: 01553 763044 (King’s Lynn TIC) www.seatours.co.uk www.west-norfolk.gov.uk Matthew Usher Photography

SNETTISHAM PARK 23 Map 1: C3 THE WAREHOUSE ANTIQUES, COLLECTABLES AND GIFTS 29 Map 1: C5

Visit Snettisham Park and you can take a One of the fi nest selection of antiques, collectables brilliant Safari ride to meet and feed our and gifts in Norfolk, 15,000 sq. ft on one level. famous red deer herd. Experience lambing Over 100 exhibitor stands & cabinets. A massive in March and April, bottle feed orphan lambs showroom, a truly huge stock of fascinating, high and visit our friendly farm animals. Visitors quality goods and gifts: vintage, retro, stamps, silver, militaria, coins, models, books, jewellery, vinyl, Centre, tearoom and shop. Seasonal activities, bygone tools, shabby chic and a gallery for paintings including pony rides, and countryside trails. & posters. Full disabled access & toilets. Ample free A brilliant day out for all the family. parking. Coaches welcome. Tel: 01485 542425 Open: Daily, Mon-Sat 9am-6pm, Sundays & Bank www.snettishampark.co.uk Holidays 10am-4pm. Tel: 01553 812000 www.thewarehouseantiques.co.uk

THE STEIFF SHOP 24 Map 1: C5 WWT WELNEY WETLAND CENTRE 30 Map 1: B7

Located next door to Beers of Europe is the largest Get closer to nature and be amazed by 1300 acres Steiff shop in . Over 500+ different of inspiring wetland wildlife. In summer discover rare teddy bears/animals available in store. Ranges breeding birds, dragonfl ies and wildfl owers, explore from keyring to jumbo size, replicas & limited nature trails and try pond-dipping. In winter marvel editions, so there is something for everyone. at fl ocks of wintering swans, ducks and wading birds Also available are Brio, Ravensburger Jigsaws numbering thousands. Experience daily commentated & the superb Baghera pedal or ride metal cars. wild bird feeds from the comfort of our heated hide. Coaches welcome. Start and end your day in our visitor centre with cafe, Open: Daily, Mon-Sat 9am-6pm, Sundays and shop and facilities. Bank Holidays 10am-4pm. Open: All year except Christmas day. Tel: 01553 812000 www.thesteiffshop.com Tel: 01353 860711 wwt.org.uk/welney

ST JAMES POOL 25 Map 2: C4 WEST ACRE GARDENS 31 Map 1: D5

St James Pool in King’s Lynn has a 25m main A plant lover’s paradise, set in an old walled pool in addition to a smaller learning pool and a garden. Extensive display gardens and a sales programme ranging from family fun sessions to area packed with choice plants. We grow a huge lessons. There is a modern fi tness studio with a range of herbaceous plants, shrubs, alpines, variety of equipment plus a timetable of classes. ferns and climbers. Many are unusual or rare. Tumbleyhill Road, West Acre, King’s Lynn PE32 Open: Daily 2BW. Admission Free. Tel: 01553 764888 Open: Nursery open daily: 1 Feb to 30 Nov, alivewestnorfolk.co.uk 9:30am - 5pm. Café open daily: Easter - end Sept. Tel: 01760 755562 www.westacregardens.co.uk westacregardens 35 38 39

A host of events and festivals take place throughout West Norfolk. From the range of festivals in the heart of historic King’s Lynn, to the Music Festival in Downham Market and the famous Sandringham Flower Show, there are events for all interests throughout the year. See below for a quick guide to events or check out many more details on www.visitwestnorfolk.com THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER – MAY TO OCTOBER

Varied programme of guided walks exploring the history of King’s Lynn. Regular afternoon walks on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday (2pm start) May to October. Evening walks are also held during the summer. Look out for special King’s Lynn Festival walks. Details: Tel: 01553 763044 (King’s Lynn Tourist Information Centre)

JANUARY

1 - 29 Feb Evening Floodlit Swan Feeds WWT Welney. www.wwt.org.uk/welney 1 - 8 March Winter Wild Swan Feeds WWT Welney. www.wwt.org.uk/welney 2 - 29 Feb Hare Walks WWT Welney. www.wwt.org.uk/welney 18 - 19 Swans awake WWT Welney. www.wwt.org.uk/welney 30 Chinese New Year Downham Market. Tel: 01366 387770

FEBRUARY 23 Shakespeare's Birthday Celebrations King’s Lynn. www.shakespearesguildhalltrust.org.uk 13 - 4 May Lamb Feeding & Lambing Live Church Farm, Stow Bardolph. 23 St George’s Day Downham Market. Tel: 01366 387770 www.churchfarmstowbardolph.co.uk 26 Mini Coastal Walk Challenge Hunstanton. 14 - 22 King’s Lynn Mart Tuesday Market Place. Tel: 01553 763044 www.communitysportsfoundation.org.uk 15 - 23 Puddle Jumping Championships WWT Welney. www.wwt.org.uk/welney 22 - 15 Nov The Peckovers' Grand Tour of 1872 Peckover House. MAY Tel: 01945 583463 1 King’s Lynn May Garland Procession www.kingsmorris.co.uk 28 King’s Lynn Festival Event - Coffee Concert with Churen Li, 2 - 3 Stradsett Park Vintage Rally www.nvtec-ea.org.uk/rally King’s Lynn Town Hall. www.kingslynnfestival.org.uk 3 Asda Foundation Grand East Anglia Run Tuesday Market 28 - 1 March Soul Family Affair music event Searles, Hunstanton. Place, King’s Lynn. www.grandeastangliarun.co.uk www.soulfamilyaffair.co.uk 8 Morris Dancing on VE Day The King’s Morris dancing in the Burnhams and Wells area. www.kingsmorris.co.uk MARCH 8 VE Day Downham Market. Tel: 01366 387770 16 - 17 King’s Lynn Hanse Festival www.kingslynnhansefestival.co.uk 13 King’s Lynn Festival Event - Film: The White Crow 21 - 24 Saracen Horse Feeds Houghton International Horse Trials St George’s Guildhall. www.kingslynnfestival.org.uk Houghton Hall. www.musketeer.co.uk 13 King’s Lynn Festival Event - Talk by Felicity Aston MBE 23 - 7 June Godwit Festival WWT Welney. www.wwt.org.uk/welney St George’s Guildhall. www.kingslynnfestival.org.uk 24 Sedgeford Village Open Gardens Tel: 01485 570827 13 - 15 King’s Lynn Fiction Festival www.lynnlitfests.com 24 - 25 Dersingham Open Gardens & Art Studios 27 - 29 Deepdale Hygge Burnham Deepdale. www.dersinghamopengardens.co.uk www.deepdalehygge.co.uk 24 - 31 Downham Market Festival Tel: 01366 383615 27 - 29 Deepdale Spring Market Burnham Deepdale. 25 Downham Market Carnival Day Tel: 01366 383615 www.deepdalespringmarket.co.uk 25 Morris Dancing on Spring Bank Holiday The King’s Morris, dancing in Burnhams & Wells area. www.kingsmorris.co.uk APRIL 30 Plant Lovers’ Day . www.creakeabbey.co.uk 2 - 9 Active Easter Trail Peckover House. Tel: 01945 583463 JUNE 2 - 19 Giant Duck Trail WWT Welney. www.wwt.org.uk/welney 3 King’s Lynn Festival Event - Coffee Concert with Benson Wilson 5 - 6 Coastal Walk Challenge Hunstanton. and Lucy Colquhoun, King’s Lynn Town Hall. www.communitysportsfoundation.org.uk www.kingslynnfestival.org.uk 7 King’s Lynn Lions Fun Day The Walks, King’s Lynn. 9 - 11 Barefoot Retreats Burnham Market International Horse Trials Tel: 07890 370887 Sussex Farm. www.musketeer.co.uk 13 - 14 Water Ski Racing King’s Lynn. www.kingslynnskirace.co.uk 10 - 13 Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt Peckover House. Tel: 01945 583463 14 Outdoor Theatre at Sandringham - Romeo and Juliet EVENTS 10 - 13 Easter Egg Hunt Church Farm, Stow Bardolph. www.sandringhamestate.co.uk www.churchfarmstowbardolph.co.uk 21 Run Sandringham www.runsandringham.co.uk 11 Creake Abbey Spring Gift Fair www.creakeabbey.co.uk 26 - 28 Sandringham Carriage Driving Trials 11 - 13 Sandringham Craft and Wood Festival www.sandringhamestate.co.uk/drivingtrials www.sandringhamcraftandwoodfestival.co.uk 28 Outlaw Half Triathlon Holkham Hall. www.outlawtriathlon.com 13 Morris Dancing on Easter Monday The King’s Morris dancing in 28 - 7 Aug Sedgeford Historical and Archaeological Research Project Snettisham, Heacham and Thornham. www.kingsmorris.co.uk (SHARP) www.sharp.org.uk FOR 2020 14 - 19 Active Easter Trail Peckover House. Tel: 01945 583463 40 41

JULY

1 - 4 Rose Fair Peckover House. Tel: 01945 583463 4 - 5 Festival Too Opening Weekend King’s Lynn. Also see other dates in July. www.festivaltoo.co.uk 4 - 10 Hunstanton & District Open Bowls Tournament Tel: 01553 818015 10 - 11 Festival Too King’s Lynn. www.festivaltoo.co.uk 11 The Burnham’s Flower Show & Carnival Tel: 01328 730778 14 King’s Lynn Race for Life Houghton Hall. www.raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org 17 Twelfth Night - Open Air Theatre Burnham Deepdale. www.dalegatemarket.co.uk Hunstanton 17 - 18 Festival Too King’s Lynn. www.festivaltoo.co.uk Soap Box Derby 18 World Snail Racing Championships Congham. www.snailracing.net 19 - 1 Aug King’s Lynn Festival www.kingslynnfestival.org.uk 24 - 26 Old Hunstanton Flower Festival Tel: 01485 533511 29 Sandringham Flower Show www.sandringhamflowershow.org.uk OCTOBER King’s Lynn is proud of being recognised as a ‘Festival Town’. Taking place in 1 - 31 Norfolk Walking & Cycling Festival AUGUST www.deepdalebackpackers.co.uk the heart of this historic town, a range of festivals feature a fine selection of 17 - 25 Half Term Autumn Trail Peckover House. Tel: 01945 583463 2 Heacham Carnival Tel: 01485 572142 22 - 31 Dec Winter Wild Swan Feeds WWT Welney. www.wwt.org.uk/welney music, performance and literary events throughout the year. 7 - 15 North Norfolk Music Festival 30 Halloween Fun Day Downham Market. Tel: 01366 387770 www.northnorfolkmusicfestival.com 8 Outdoor Theatre at Sandringham - Alice in Wonderland www.sandringhamestate.co.uk NOVEMBER KING’S LYNN FESTIVAL FICTION & POETRY 8 - 9 Sandringham Food & Drink Festival 1 - 27 Dec Evening Floodlit Swan Feeds WWT Welney. 19 JULY - 1 AUGUST FESTIVALS 13-15 MARCH www.sandringhamfoodanddrinkfestival.co.uk www.wwt.org.uk/welney 15 Burnham Market Craft Fair 2 - 31 Dec Hare Walks WWT Welney. www.wwt.org.uk/welney The 70th King’s Lynn Festival will feature international names from the & 25-27 SEPTEMBER www.theburnhammarketcraftfair.co.uk 6 Fawkes in the Walks King’s Lynn. Tel: 01553 763044 worlds of classical music, jazz folk and literature. The festival began in 1951 16 Hunstanton Kite Festival www.hunstanton-rotary.org.uk 20 - 22 Sandringham Christmas Craft, Food and Gift Fair as a celebration of the restoration of St George’s Guildhall which remains The Fiction Festival and the Poetry Festival have both taken place in 16 - 22 Scott Dunn Hunstanton Lawn Tennis Tournament www.livingheritagecraftshows.com an important venue. While classical music provides the cornerstones of the King’s Lynn every year since 1984. Both festivals include writers with www.hunstantonltt.co.uk 20 - 22 Sunny Hunny Soul Weekend Searles, Hunstanton. programme, a wide variety of other events include lighter music presented international reputation together with new writers from all over the world. 22 Sherlock Holmes - Open Air Theatre Burnham Deepdale. www.sunnyhunnysoulweekend.co.uk by international artists. The festival’s tradition of excellence draws audiences Festival goers are able to meet the authors, hear them read and discuss www.dalegatemarket.co.uk 27 - 29 Deepdale Christmas Market Burnham Deepdale. from all over Britain and abroad. their work whilst having the opportunity to buy their books. 29 Sandringham Open Air Concert - Jools Holland www.deepdalechristmasmarket.co.uk During the winter, the Festival stages a ‘Winter Season’ series featuring www.sandringhamestate.co.uk 28 Creake Abbey Christmas Gift Fair www.creakeabbey.co.uk music, films and talks. Details: www.lynnlitfests.com 30 Sandringham Proms in the Gardens - English Symphony 29 Downham Market Christmas Lights Switch On Orchestra www.sandringhamestate.co.uk Tel: 01366 387770 Details: www.kingslynnfestival.org.uk Festival brochure available mid-April. Box office opens towards the end SEPTEMBER DECEMBER of April at King’s Lynn Corn Exchange Tel: 01553 764864 KING’S LYNN HANSE 5 - 6 North Norfolk Food & Drink Festival Holkham Hall. 12 - 20 Christmas Celebration Peckover House. Tel: 01945 583463 www.northnorfolkfoodfestival.co.uk 19 Creake Abbey Special Christmas Market FESTIVAL 16 & 17 MAY 12 - 13 Sandringham Game and Country Fair www.creakeabbey.co.uk www.sandringhamgameandcountryfair.co.uk The King’s Lynn Hanse Festival celebrates King’s Lynn’s international 25 Christmas Day Swim Hunstanton. connections and its rich maritime and trading heritage with a host of events 12 - 13 Burnham Market (2) Horse Trials Sussex Farm. hunstanton615.wordpress.com www.musketeer.co.uk which has included musical performances, historical re-enactments, lectures 26 Morris Dancing on Boxing Day The King’s Morris at South and walks. 13 Heritage Open Day & Classic Car Event King’s Lynn. Wootton. www.kingsmorris.co.uk Tel: 01553 763044 13 Morris Dancing in King’s Lynn The King’s Morris & guest Details: www.kingslynnhansefestival.co.uk teams. www.kingsmorris.co.uk 18 - 20 Downham Market Music Festival Tel: 01366 387770 25 - 27 King’s Lynn Poetry Festival www.lynnlitfests.com 25 - 27 Deepdale Festival Burnham Deepdale. www.deepdalefestival.co.uk WHY NOT TAKE THE OPPORTUNITY TO FESTIVAL TOO Fawkes in the Walks Opening weekend 4 & 5 July, • Visit The Downham Market a day of family fun at the Music Festival to enjoy Hunstanton Kite Festival then 10 & 11, 17 & 18 July performances, workshops and Classic Car Rally – and a variety of live music 16 August. events -18-20 September. Festival Too, now in its 35th year is a festival of free music events. Organised • Watch International stars with sponsorship and support from local organisations, it is still one of • Choose from an excellent at the Burnham Market Europe’s largest FREE festivals. There are five evenings of entertainment line up of performers and International Horse Trials spread over three consecutive weekends with an impressive fireworks display chamber music concerts – 9-11 April and Houghton concluding the first evening’s entertainment. Huge crowds flock to Tuesday at the 16th North Norfolk International Horse Trials Market Place to enjoy exciting live entertainment featuring pop and rock Music Festival – 21-24 May. stars, top-rated tribute bands and the best of local talent. Free daytime street 7 - 15 August. • Enjoy some spectacular entertainment in the town centre on Saturdays provides fun for all the family. • Spend a great day out at fireworks at Fawkes in the the renowned Sandringham Walks, King's Lynn – Details: www.festivaltoo.co.uk Flower Show – 29 July. 6 November

• Head to Hunstanton for Details of all events are believed to be correct at the time of going to press. However, details and dates do change. Please check with event organisers or local Tourist Information Centres before planning your visit to an event. King’s Lynn

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