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kate & tom’s | 7 Imperial Square | Cheltenham | Gloucestershire | GL50 1QB | Telephone: 01242 235151 | Email: [email protected] Contents
Arrival ...... 3 Where We Are 3 Check in and check out 3 Cooking & dining - chef services 5 Cooking & dining - great places to eat & drink ...... 6 Cooking & dining - great places to eat & drink ...... 7 Cooking & dining - shopping for food ...... 8 Things to do - activities and pampering ...... 9 Useful information ...... 15 Useful information ...... 16 Useful information ...... 17 Guest Reviews ...... 18
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Where We Are
Property Name: Carrington House Address: 12 Lynn Road Snettisham County: Norfolk Postcode: PE31 7LS
Check in and check out
Check in time: 4pm Check out time for 2 night weekend booking: 10am Check out time for 3 night weekend booking: 10am Check out time for 7 night week bookings: 10am
Contact name for check in: Paul Brewster Contact number for check in: 0870 850 5468
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The best postcode to use with satnav is: PE31 7LS Nearest train station and distance: Kings Lynn, a 22 minute drive The nearest airport is: Norwich International Airport
Directions to Carrington House:
From the A149 (northbound):
If you are travelling to Carrington House via car then you’ll probably be looking at how to get there through the A149. It’s really easy to find: it is about 10 miles from Kings Lynn. While travelling on the A149, continue past Kings Lynn, go through Dersingham Bog National Nature Reserve, and follow signs for Hunstanton, keeping on the A419. When you reach the Snettisham roundabout take the third exit onto the B1440, go through Snettisham, and past The Old Bank bistro. Carrington House will then be directly in front of you.
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You’ll find our top recommendations below. If you do discover any other gems please do let us know and we will share them with other guests visiting the property.
Chef Services
Florentina Events +44 (0)7723 363597. www.florentina-events.com Offers a wonderful bespoke service. Whether it’s an intimate dinner for two or a large party, Florentina can swoop into the kitchen and cook up a storm - then clean up after themselves. Examples of some dishes are wild salmon tartare with crisp cockles and horseradish and crisp bread, and porcini, cep & summer black truffle risotto with parmesan crisp, balsamic & spring onion.
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Nearest pub
Rose & Crown (Res: 01485 541382) Old Church Road, Snettisham, Norfolk PE31 7LX (3 minute walk) Situated in the heart of the village, this warm, welcoming, award-winning pub boasts fine food that’s served in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Extensive wine list, Pimms by the jug and a wide array of local real ales. Featured in the Good Pub Guide and Waitrose Good Food Guide.
Recommended pubs
The King William IV Country Inn & Restaurant Heacham Road, Sedgeford, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5LU (7 minute drive) The King William is a stylish, refurbished gastropub which serves some great food and drink. Local ales like Woodfordes, Greene King are on show, whilst there are also plenty of wines to choose from.
The Kings Head Great Bircham, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE31 6RJ (12 minute drive) Contemporary bar that can be found in the Kings Head Hotel. Local ales on tap, long wine list, and either18 malt whiskies or 50 gins to choose from.
The Gin Trap 6 High Street, Ringstead, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5JU (12 minute drive) Friendly 17th century inn that serves some nice pub food.
Honeystone 10 Southend Road, Hunstanton PE36 5AW (8 minute drive) Newly built pub with some tasty food on offer. Good show of real ales, while there’s an indoor and outdoor children’s play area.
Recommended restaurants
The Neptune Inn & Restaurant (Res: 01485 532122) 85 Old Hunstanton Road, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 6HZ (10 minute drive) Winner of a Michelin-star, this fashionable, well-heeled restaurant serves high quality cuisine that’s delicious. Expect delights such as Norfolk quail, green beans, red pepper dressing with aubergine and parmesan puree to start, and fillet of brill with dried tomato, oyster mayonnaise, pink fir apple potatoes with wild broccoli for mains. Water it down with some excellent wines from a fabulous selection menu.
Titchwell Manor (Res: 01485 210221) Titchwell, Brancaster, Norfolk PE31 8BB (20 minute drive) This is a sophisticated, bright and airy restaurant found in the Titchwell Manor Hotel.The Conservatory Menu takes centre stage here, boasting 8 fabulous courses that are inventive and taste amazing.
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The White Horse (Res: 01485 210262) Main Road, Brancaster Staithe, Norfolk PE31 8BY (25 minute drive) Offering spectacular views of the stunning Norfolk coastline, this friendly bar/restaurant serves some amazing food. You can pop in for a burger or a bowl of mussels, or dine in the conservatory and try dishes like Megrim sole fillets with chorizo, prawn, linguine, ragu and Italian monk’s beard.
Best places to eat with children
The Jolly Sailors Main Road, Brancaster Staithe, Norfolk PE31 8BJ (25 minute drive) Owned by the restauranteurs that run The White Horse, The Jolly Sailors, found just down the road, is a relaxed, informal pub/restaurant suitable for children. Expect well prepared stone-baked pizzas, mussels, and steak and ale pies.
Market Bistro (Res: 01553 771483) 11 Saturday Market Place, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE30 5DQ (25 minute drive) Children and adults alike will love this little bistro. There’s a dedicated childrens menu with plenty to choose from - expect mini bistro burgers, braised pork belly with mash and beans, and mini fish pie with glazed carrots.
Prezzo 22 Tuesday Market Place, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE30 1JJ (22 minute drive)
Nando’s King’s Lynn, 63 High Street, Kings Lynn, Norfolk PE30 1BA (22 minute drive)
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Closest convinience store
Snettisham Stores 5 Pedlars Mews, Snettisham, Norfolk PE31 7XQ (1 minute walk)
Larger supermarkets
Tesco 5 Lynn Road, King’s Lynn, Heacham, Norfolk PE31 7HU (5 minute drive)
Co-operative 48-52 Station Road, Heacham, King’s Lynn PE31 7EY (5 mintue drive)
Sainsbury’s Vancouver Centre, King’s Lynn PE30 1DS (25 minute drive)
Butchers
Howard Butchers 69 High St, Heacham, King’s Lynn, PE31 7DW (5 minute drive) Tel: 01485 570439
Delicatessens
The Norfolk Deli 16 Greevegate, Hunstanton PE36 6AA (10 minute drive) Superb deli with everything you need for your stay. Cheeses, fresh fish, hams, antipasti, olives, breads, wines, cakes and cookies are all readily available.
Florists
Flowers by Yvonne (Tel: 01485 540628) 25 Manor Road, Dersingham, Norfolk, PE31 6LD (7 minute drive)
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Our top recommendations for activities and pampering are below.
It’s been said that the people of Norfolk have one foot on land, and one in the sea. Sweeping coastlines, fine sandy beaches, meandering waterways, and nature reserves make up much of the county. There’s plenty to do in the water, whilst there is also a lot of activities to get stuck into on land.
Sea kayaking in North Norfolk
North Norfolk has some of the most pristine natural coastline in the whole of England. The areas around Brancaster Staithe, Cley and Blakeney are perfect for sea kayaking. Starting off at Brancaster Staithe, ‘The Canoe Man’ (a local sea kayaking guru) can take you through winding channels from the sea and into some of Norfolk’s beautiful stretches of water. Details can be found below.
The Canoe Man Tel: 0845 4969177 // 01603 783777 www.thecanoeman.com
Windsurfing, kitesurfing & SUPing (Stand-Up Paddleboarding)
At Hunstanton Watersports, perhaps Norfolk’s leading watersports company, you can learn to windsurf, kitesurf or SUP from highly trained and experienced teachers. Great fun for any abilities - taster lessons are available for those who’ve recieved no lessons before. Details of the company can be found below.
Hunstanton Watersports, 8 Southend Road, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5AW (10 minute drive) Tel: 01485 534455 www.hunstantonwatersports.com
Sailing, powerboating & seal trips
Up at the Blakeney National Nature Reserve, a great watersports company, Norfolketc, delivers excellent lessons in sailing and powerboating. Knowlegable staff can give you taster sessions, lessons for both adults and children, private tuition, and providing fun experiences for large groups of parties. Details of the company can be found below.
Norfolketc, Morston Quay, Quay Lane, Morston, Norfolk, NR25 7DJ Tel: 01263 740704 www.norfolketc.co.uk
Wildlife watching
The Norfolk coastline is probably the foremost sight in the UK for birdwatchers. Branta Cruises offers two hour boat trips to Scolt Head Island with conservationist and wildlife expert Jon Brown. Details can be found at www.brantacruises.co.uk. Phone 07775 728904 to book.
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Cycling
Due to Norfolk’s terrain being largely flat, good cycling can be done all across the county. The Norfolk Coast Cycleway goes from Kings Lynn through to Great Yarmouth and meanders through sleepy lanes and traffic free routes. Cycle hire is available around the county. Below are two recommendations nearby.
Bircham Windmill The Mill, Snettisham Road, Great Bircham, King’s Lynn PE31 6SJ (10 minute drive) Tel: 01485 578393, www.birchamwindmill.co.uk/cyclewalks
Deepdale Bike Hire Deepdale Farm, Burnham Deepdale, Norfolk, PE31 8DD (25 minute drive) Mob: 07747 618424, www.deepdalebikehire.co.uk
Horse Riding
As well as being able to ride ponies on the beach at Hunstanton, you can also ride horses at a nearby stables.
Mount Pleasant Equestrian Centre Lamsey Lane, Heacham, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE31 7LE (3 minute drive/30 minute walk) Tel: 01485 572727, www.mountpleasantequestriancentre.co.uk Private lessons and hacking adventures are available at this family-run stables.
Clay pigeon shooting
Highly experienced, clay pigeon master Rob has various shoot sites throughout Norfolk, and can give you guidance and lessons. Details of the company can be found below.
Claybusters Mob: 07762 159520 www.claybusters.net
Golf
Royal West Norfolk Golf Club Beach Rd, Brancaster, King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE31 8AX (20 minute drive) Tel: 01485 210087 Founded in 1892, this course is a classic. At times the course is narrow which gets cut off at high tides, but turns the course into a series of islands - remember to bring lots of balls
Hunstanton Golf Links Hunstanton, Norfolk (10 minute drive) Tel: 01485 532811 Founded in 1891, this is a natural, undulating course.
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Pampering
The Dartmouth Golf and Country Club also has a lovely spa that has mud rasul, a sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, technogym, swimming pool and four treatment rooms. Worth a visit while the others play a round of golf!
For pampering in the comfort of your property, there is a range of treatments available from a local therapist including massage, pedicure, manicure, etc. Please book well in advance.
Please enquire via My Personal Sanctuary (www.mypersonalsanctuary.co.uk) via telephone number 01625 540 557 or email [email protected].
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Our top recommendations for outings with children are below.
Snettisham Park Bircham Rd, King’s Lynn PE31 7NG (10 minute walk/3 minute drive) Tel: 01485 542425 Great family fun to be had. You can go on a deer safari, where you can meet and feed a herd of deer. You can also take part in lambing, feed the calves, and meet piglets and goats.
Bircham Windmill The Mill, Snettisham Road, Great Bircham, King’s Lynn PE31 6SJ (10 minute drive) Tel: 01485 578393 Another great place to fee small farm animals. As it’s still a working mill, you can also make bread and take whatever you make home!
The Sandringham Estate Estate Office, Sandringham, Norfolk, PE35 6EN (7 minute drive) Tel: 01485 545408 Steeped in royal history,The Sandringham Estate’s grounds and house are open to the public (providing the royal family aren’t there at the time), and there’s a lovely play area and sculpture trail through woodland paths to enjoy.
Oasis Leisure Seagate Road, Norfolk, Hunstanton PE36 5BD (10 minute drive) Tel: 01553 818001 Plenty to keep the little ones busy with: there’s an indoor play area (with added cannon ball arena), swimming pool, and ‘eco ice-rink’ - made from a synthetic material that works with excerted pressure - and bowls and squash courts.
Paint me Ceramics 22 Westgate, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5AL (10 minute drive) Tel: 01485 534340 Uleash the Picasso within: Paint me Ceramics is a treasure trove of creativity, perfect to visit when the weather’s not great. Lots of ceramics to choose from plates, animals, mugs - over 100 in fact.
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Norfolk Beaches
Norfolk is home to some stunning beaches. Below are some top recommendations.
Hunstanton Beach - 10 minute drive Shallow beach perfect for family fun. You can go crabbing in the shallow rockpools so bring a net!
Brancaster Beach - 25 minute drive Huge, sweeping sandy beach that’s suitable for dog walking.
Wells-next-the-Sea - 35 minute drive Fine, sandy beach to relax on. The town has got some nice shops, but it is a bit away from the beach - hop on a small railway which runs between the two to save your legs.
RSPB Titchwell Marsh Nature Reserve & Manor King’s Lynn, Norfolk PE31 8BB (20 minute drive) The extensive marshlands, sandbars and lagoons attracts birds from all around the world. There’s also a nice visitor centre to paruse.
Kings Lynn 25 minute drive King’s Lynn was once England’s most important port. While this may have been back in the 14th century, the town has kept its seafaring charm, and has lots of beautiful merchants’ houses flanking narrow cobbled lanes loaded with shops and cafes.
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Carrington House at a glance:
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
• Sleeps 18 guests, with room for a couple more • The main house has 6 bedrooms • The adjoining cottage has 3 bedrooms • Five rooms have en suite bathrooms • All the bedrooms are doubles and 2 can be converted into twins • There is a double sofa bed in the cottage sitting room • 2 shared bathrooms • Downstairs WC
Cooking and Dining
• Dining table seats 22 comfortably • Fantastic chef available for a special meal or throughout the weekend • Drop-off meals available • Two kitchens (personal and catering) • Double AGA • Large caterer’s fridge • Deep freeze • Drinks fridge for 100 bottles • Microwave • Dishwasher • Barbecue, fuel provided • Tables and chairs on terrace • 2 minute walk to a good pub • Good dining nearby • Online deliveries
Where We Are
• The postcode is PE31 7LS • The nearest town is Hunstanton, 5 miles from the house • The nearest station is King’s Lynn, a 25 minute drive away • The nearest airport is Norwich • Taxis available • Off-street parking for up to 6 cars
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Things to Do Inside
• Cinema Room • 3 HD plasma TVs • DVD player • Sky TV • Entertainment room with DJ decks • Integrated karaoke machine • Fully integrated stereo system • iPod docks • Dressing-up box • Wi-fi • Board games and books
Things to Do Outside
• Hot tub • Secret garden • Private, walled terrace
Activities
• Horse riding • Bike hire • Fishing • Seal watching • Pampering and beauty treatments at the house
Top Things to Do for Children
• The Deer Safari at Snettisham Park • Hunstanton Sea Life Sanctuary • Searle’s Sea Tours
Payment process
• We take a one third deposit at the time of booking • The balance is due three months before the date booked
Cautionary deposit
• £1000 refundable deposit
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House restrictions
• Pets are welcome by arrangement • Suitable for hen parties • No fireworks please
Arrival and Departure
• Check in 4pm • Check out 10am
What’s included
• Linen • Towels • Bathrobes • Toiletries by REN • Utilities • Fuel for the fires and BBQ
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Hot Tub Usage
We hope you’ll enjoy using the hot tub. We want to make sure it is as safe as possible for everyone, so we ask all guests to ensure that the following guidelines are respected. These guidelines are designed to meet basic health and safety regulations, so ensure that all members of your party have read the rules regarding the use of the hot tub.
1. Swimming costumes are obligatory and you may need to bring your own towels 2. You must shower before entering the hot tub to remove any skin oils, make-up, hair products etc. This is vital to ensure a clean and healthy hot tub. If this rule is abused the hot tub may need to be closed for several days so that the water can be thoroughly refreshed. In the event of closure, no refund will be made and cleaning costs will be charged to your party. 3. Outdoor shoes and coats must be taken off around the hot tub area. 4. No alcohol or smoking is allowed in the hot tub. 5. Do not bring any form of glass into the hot tub area. 6. Do not bring in any electrical equipment into the hot tub area where you could be in contact with water. 7. Before using the hot tub, please take out the chlorine dispenser. Put it back in when everyone has left the hot tub. 8. Do not over-occupy the hot tub as this will lead to water spillage and will cause the hot tub to stop working. This is because the filter needs to be covered with water to work. 9. Children must be supervised in and around the hot tub and must not use it without an adult present. Some children can overheat; please seek medical advice if this occurs. 10. Please keep noise levels to an acceptable level. The hot tub is a place of peace and relaxation – be mindful that there are neighbouring properties. 11. It is safer and more enjoyable to use the hot tub with another person. We advise against using the hot tub alone without a member of your group knowing of your whereabouts. 12. On leaving the hot tub, please switch off all jets and lights and make sure that the hot tub is sealed with the cover provided. 13. Please note that you must not use the hot tub if you are suffering from an infectious disease or you have an open wound or sore that cannot be covered by a waterproof plaster. 14. You must not use the hot tub within 48 hours of suffering any stomach illness. 15. Certain medical conditions can be affected by the hot tub, particularly those involving extremes of temperature. You are advised to consult your doctor if you are pregnant or suffer from any of the following: heart disease; circulatory problems; high or low blood pressure; diabetes; or any other condition that affects your body’s ability to react to heat. 16. Prevent taking any medication which may affect your circulation or your ability to react to heat.
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“Frequently said but very true, a fantastic place. We love Devon but Barcroft Manor is the icing on the cake. “ - Linda
“A perfect place to escape to and unwind! So much thought has gone into Barcroft Manor, you’ve thought of everything. Very child friendly. Hot tub setting is fantastic. “ - James
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