Norfolk Activity Guide

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sandringham estate

DESCRIPTION

Rich with history, this notorious estate has been linked to the British Monarch since 1862. With its Jacobean style exterior and beautiful parklands this grand estate gives a unique insight into the heritage of the Royal Family. Sandringham House & Gardens are open for visits from April – October, whilst the parklands, restaurant and shop are open all year round

COST

Gardens Only

Adult £13

Blue Light £11

Child or Carer Free

House & Gardens

Adult £23

Blue Light £21

Child or Carer Free

Parking charges apply

CONTACT

Sandringham, Norfolk, PE35 6EN 01485 544112

norfolk lavender

CAMERAS AT THE READY FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL FARM

DESCRIPTION

Founded in 1932, Norfolk Lavender is England’s premier lavender farm, renowned worldwide. Visit this beautiful spot to capture the most incredible, instagrammable shots during the flowering season. You can also visit an animal farm and farm shop where you can purchase your own lavender products, plants and gifts.

Dogs on leads are welcome in main outdoor areas except the Animal Gardens and Outdoor Play Area.

CONTACT

Norfolk Lavender, Caley Mill, Lynn Road, Heacham, PE31 7JE 01485 570384

info@norfolk-lavender.co.uk

houghton hall & gardens

GRAND PALLADIAN MANSION AND SCULPTURE PARK

DESCRIPTION

This impressive hall was built for Britain’s first Prime Minister, Sur Robert Walpole, in the late ƒ1720s. The grand Houghton Hall & Gardens in now home to the 7th Marquess of Cholmondeley, a descendent of Sir Robert Walpole. Set in an extensive parkland with stunning walled gardens and a fascinating sculpture park, Houghton Hall also features its famous white fallow deer as well as a Model Soldier Museum, Café and Gift Shop. Please note that access can be seasonal.

COST CONTACT

Adult - £10 - £20 depending on required access Student (ID Required) - £10 Child (Under 18) Free

Houghton Hall & Gardens, Bircham Road, King’s Lynn, PE31 6TY 01485 528569

info@houghtonhall.com

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brancaster estate

This iconic part of the Norfolk coastline is famous for its golden beach which is perfect for a leisurely dog walk, family picnic or a spot of kite sports. Clamber round the sandy dunes or paddle in the cooling sea in this picturesque spot.

COST

CONTACT

Parking charges apply (Do not fly-park in the nearby village)

Brancaster Estate, Beach Road, PE31 8BW

blakeney national nature reserve

DESCRIPTION

With its spectacular wildlife and uninterrupted views of the stunning Norfolk coastline, this nature reserve is truly a sight to behold. Book a boat trip from Morston Quay and you can spend the day seal spotting –Blakeney is home to the largest grey seal colony in the UK with around 4000 pups each year. Enjoy a walking trail along the Blakeney Freshes and take in the breathtaking nature that surrounds you.

Dog-Friendly

Please

Blakeney Office, Friary Farm, Cley Road, Norfolk, NR25 2NW 01263 740 241

holkham hall

STUNNING COASTAL LANDSCAPE AND STATELY HOME

DESCRIPTION

With over 400 years of history the beautiful walled gardens of this grand hall are a place of peace and tranquillity you could get lost in for hours. Bring a bike or explore on foot and take in the breathtaking, natural surroundings. You can even swing from the treetops on an exhilarating ropes course through the Forest.

Venture into Holkham Hall itself, nestled within 25,000 acres of rolling parkland. Built by Thomas Cooke in the 1700s, this Palladian style house is currently the seat of the 1st Earl of Leicester and home to some of the most exquisite galleries of states and art as well as libraries bursting with old books and manuscripts.

Dog are permitted on leads but there are access restrictions in place.

COST

Hall, Stories & Gardens Adult - £23.00

Hall, Stories & Gardens Child - £8.50

Hall, Stories & Gardens Adult - £50.00

Holkham Stories & Walled Garden Adult - £9.00

Holkham Stories & Walled Garden Adult - £4.50

Holkham Stories & Walled Garden Adult - £25.00

Ropes Course Per Person - £21.00

CONTACT

Holkham Hall, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, NR23 1AB 01328 713111

info@holkham.co.uk

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binham priory

IMPRESSIVE MONASTIC RUINS

The priory is among the most complete and impressive monastic ruins in Norfolk. Founded in 1091 by Peter des Valoines, a nephew of William the Conqueror, the spectacular architecture of the priory can be explored through guided tours. Alternatively you can walk to uncover the building’s history at your own pace with information boards situated throughout. Please note that while dog are allowed on leads to the priory, only assistance dogs are allowed in the church. Access to the priory may not be suitable for wheelchair users.

Dogs on leads permitted in the ruins but not inside the church

CONTACT

Warham Road, Binham, Norfolk, NR21 0DQ 01328 830362

rspb reserve titchwell

FASCINATING AND DIVERSE NATURAL HABITATS

DESCRIPTION

Perched on a stunning stretch of beach along the North Norfolk Coastline between Titchwell and Thornham, the RSPB Titchwell Marsh Nature Reserve is full of captivating wildlife throughout the seasons. Full of diverse, unspoiled habitats, home to wading birds and other wildfowl, this nature reserve makes for a fascinating day out for couples, families, or groups. As well as bird spotting, there are other informative and interactive activities and workshops available yearround.

Dogs on leads are welcome in the visitor centre in order to access the dog-friendly trail across the reserve.

COST

Free to RSPB Members

Adults - £5

Children - £2.50

Under 5’s – Free

CONTACT

Titchwell Marsh, Main Road, Titchwell, King’s Lynn, PE31 8BB

Contact: 01485 210779

titchwell@rspb.org.uk

family friendly activities.

sea life hunstanton

DISCOVER THE WONDER UNDER HUNSTANTON

DESCRIPTION

Explore an underwater world full of exotic sea creatures while visiting Sea Life Hunstanton, Norfolk’s family-friendly marine aquarium. Visitors of all ages can get face-to-fin with everything from sharks to piranhas, penguins, turtles, seals and otters, through fun, interactive themed zones. This state-of-the-art aquarium hosts over 2,000 creatures and a dedicated seal rescue hospital and rehabilitation centre.

COST

Price: £16 per person (advanced booking only)

Up to £22 per person (general admission)

£25 for an anytime entry ticket

Free for under 3’s

ADDRESS

CONTACT

Sea Life Hunstanton, Seagate Road, Hunstanton, PE36 5BH

01485 533 576

slchunstanton@merlinentertainments.biz

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beWILDerwood norfolk

DESCRIPTION

Family-friendly thrills await you at BeWILDerwood, Norfolk’s awardwinning outdoor adventure park. Explore magical treehouses, take a peaceful boat ride across Scaaaary Lake, or have an adventure on zip wires crossing over jungle bridges. You’ll spend a day of family fun, making exciting discoveries and creating lifelong memories together. BeWILDerwood is a place where child’s play and imagination come to life.

COST

Under 92cm – Free

92 – 105cm - £19.50

Over 105cm - £21.50

65+ Years - £13.50

ADDRESS

BeWILDerwood Norfolk, Horning Road, Hoveton, Norwich, NR12

8JW

CONTACT

01692 633033

yoohoonorfolk@bewilderwood.co.uk

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snettisham park

GREAT FAMILY DAY OUT IN NATURE

Situated near King’s Lynn, Heacham, and Hunstanton, Snettisham Park is a 329-acre working farm with deer, horses, ponies, lambs, and more. Visitors can feed and pet cuddly animals, explore the farm’s many scenic walking trails, or take an unforgettable pony ride or deer safari.

Dogs on leads permitted. Must be well-behaved around other animals.

COST

Under 3’s – Free

Adult £9 and children £8 – Farm Only

Adult £12 and children £10 – Deer Safari Only

Adult £18 and children £15 – Farm and Safari Combined Check website for other available rates

ADDRESS

Snettisham Park, Bircham Road, Snettisham, King’s Lynn, Norfolk, PE31 7NG

01485 542 425

info@snettishampark.co.uk

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searles sea tours

AWARD WINNING SEA TOURS

Experience unique and exciting seal safaris and coastal trips with panoramic views of the beautiful surrounding landscape and learn of local history and legend. Professional guides will take you from The Wash, a shallow bay that brims west Norfolk, and flows into the North Sea, viewing landmarks and the wonderful natural environment along the way.

Dogs permitted

COST

Seal Safari - £20 per person

Coastal Tours - £10 per person

ADDRESS

CONTACT

Searles Sea Tours, Central Promenade, Hunstanton, PE36 5BH

01485 534444 seatours@searles.co.uk

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roarr! theme park

HAVE A ROARRSOME TIME!

Visit the UK’s largest Dinosaur themed adventure park where your little ones can run, climb and explore in an exciting Jurassic wilderness. Set across 85 acres of natural woodland, you can discover 25 attractions from sensory play to high ropes and treehouses – you might even meet Dippy the Dinosaur if you’re lucky.

COST

Adventure Park – Adult - £12.95

Adventure Park – Child - £12.95

Adventure Park – Child (Under 90cm) - Free

ADDRESS

Lenwade, Norwich, NR9 5JE

01603 876310

hunstanton fair - rainbow park

A FAMILY DAY OF CLASSIC FUN

DESCRIPTION

Based in Hunstanton on the North Norfolk coastline, this beachside funfair is a family owned enterprise with 50 years of experience behind it. With a thrilling mix of classic and modern rides, arcade games and delicious treats to eat there is fun for the whole family.

COST

ADDRESS

CONTACT

Rides range from £2.00 - £3.00

Seagate Road, Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 5BD

07920 779671

get active.

hunstanton golf club

SUPERB CHAMPIONSHIP LINKS COURSE

DESCRIPTION

Rated as one of Britain & Ireland’s ‘Top 100’ courses, golfers are promised a beautiful game as the sun sets over the sea beside them. With rolling fairways nestled in dunes and links grasses, the courses are kept in first class condition and are open to visitors throughout the year. Please note, tee times must be booked in advance.

COST

November - March

18 Holes Singles - £90

18 Holes Foursomes - £60

April – October

18 Holes Singles (Monday to Friday) - £135

18 Holes Singles (Weekend) - £150

18 Holes Foursomes - £70

ADDRESS

CONTACT

£45 for an additional round of singles, £20 for foursomes, Hunstanton Golf Club, Golf Course Road, Old Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 6JQ

01485 532822

secretary@hunstantongolfclub.com

hunstanton kayaks

EXPLORE NORFOLK FROM THE WATER

DESCRIPTION

Take in the sights from the water at Brancaster Staithe Harbour as you paddle your way around the calming waterways. Hire your own kayak and you can nature spot at your own leisurely pace, or join a creek safari and explore the beautiful scenery and sunsets with a guided professional.

COST

ADDRESS

CONTACT

Kayak Hire - £20 per hour for a single and £30 per hour for a double Creek Safari: £50 for a single kayak and £60 for a double

Hunstanton Kayaks, North Promenade, Hunstanton, PE36 6GB

07810188165 (Call, message or Whatsapp) les@hunstantonkayaks.co.uk

for the foodies

the whitehorse

RIGHT IN THE HEART OF THE CHARACTERFUL TOWN

DESCRIPTION

This old, traditional pub has been welcoming visitors for centuries. With its delicious local produce, homely atmosphere and vast range of ales and wines, it’s the perfect place for a spot of al fresco dining as the sun sets. In the colder weather you can snuggle up in front of the log burners as you sample the tasty menu. You can even bring your furry friend along too!

Dog -Friendly

ADDRESS

CONTACT

40 Kirkgate, Holme-next-the-Sea, PE36 6LH

01485 525512

whitehorseholme@gmail.com

DESCRIPTION

thornham deli

With it’s healthy, tasty and responsibly sourced artisan produce, Thornham Deli has a range of delicious offerings which can be enjoyed in the restaurant or as a takeaway. The dog-friendly restaurant space, boasts contemporary style with comfortable furnishings where guests can relax and dine at their leisure. For those on the go, the deli offers pastries, homemade jams and chutneys, cakes, incredible coffee and much more. There is even a lifestyle store which sells home furnishings, clothing and gifts. It is a dining experience not to be missed.

Dog-Friendly

ADDRESS

CONTACT

High Street, Thornham, Norfolk, PE36 6LX

01485 512 194

eric's pizza

ENJOY DELICIOUS, RUSTIC PIZZA ON A WORKING APPLE ORCHARD

DESCRIPTION

Eric’s pizza specialises in hand stretched, Neapolitan pizza which is cooked on site using traditional methods in a wood fired oven. This delicious food, served in a relaxed and comfy setting , showcases the best Italian produce and local suppliers. Opened in 2020, Eric’s Pizza Thornham, is a unique restaurant in a converted yurt situated in the grounds of Drove Orchards on the North Norfolk coast. Drove Orchards is a working apple orchard known for its award winning shops, restaurants and play areas – perfect for the whole family to enjoy!

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ADDRESS

CONTACT

Rustic Italian

Drove Orchards, Thornham, Norfolk, PE36 6LS

01480 775415

info@ericspizza.co.uk

the whitehorse brancaster

AN AWARD -WINNING SPOT OVERLOOKING THE NORTH NORFOLK COASTLINE

DESCRIPTION

This award-winning, 2 rosette restaurant offers relaxed dining, overlooking the Brancaster Bay tidal marshes and beyond to Scolt Head Island. Surrounded by the gentle, coastal interiors you can dine on some of the best local seafood from fishermen whose oyster and mussel beds are situated just a stone’s throw from the restaurant. In the summertime there are few spots more special than this to sit back and watch the sunset as you relax with your favourite tipple.

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ADDRESS

CONTACT

Gastropub with local seafood

The Main Road, Brancaster Staithe, Norfolk, PE31 8BY

01485 210262

reception@whitehorsebrancaster.co.uk

the neptune

MICHELIN STAR RESTAURANT IN A CHARMING 18TH CENTURY COACHING INN

DESCRIPTION

This fine dining restaurant has retained a Michelin star since 2009 and with its fresh local produce, innovative menu and relaxed, friendly service it is not hard to see why. The chef uses the best seasonal produce that Norfolk has to offer including Brancaster lobsters, organic meats and fruits from the nearby Drove Orchards. Located in the village of Old Hunstanton, the restaurant is perfectly placed to enjoy the surrounding countryside and unspoilt beaches before you dine.

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ADDRESS

CONTACT

Modern British food

85 Old Hunstanton Road, Old Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 6NZ

01485 532122

reservations@theneptune.co.uk

DESCRIPTION

the orange tree

A STYLISH, CONTEMPORARY DINING PUB

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ADDRESS

CONTACT

Nestled in the heart of Thornham , this family owned business serves award-winning food sourced from the best local produce. Dine on delicious seafood, ‘posh fish & chips’ or succulent steak whilst you relax in the laid back atmosphere of this charming coastal pub.

Seafood, British Pub Classics

High Street, Thornham, PE36 6LY

01485 512213

email@theorangetreethornham.co.uk

the lifeboat inn

A CLASSIC COASTAL INN ON THE NORTH NORFOLK COAST

DESCRIPTION

The Lifeboat Inn has been greeting visitors for over five hundred years! Serving traditional food with an excellent selection of ales, wines, and spirits, the inn is bursting with a rich history and many stories to tell. The restaurant overlooks the fields and beautifully unspoilt expanses of the salt marshes. You are surrounded by the tranquility of nature in this unique spot.

Dog-Friendly

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ADDRESS

CONTACT

Traditional British

Ship Lane, Thornham, Norfolk, PE36 6LT

01485 512236

info@lifeboatinnthornham.com

the lodge hotel and bar

ENJOY PUB CLASSICS IN THIS LUXURY HOTEL AND RESTAURANT

DESCRIPTION

Situated in the charming village of Old Hunstanton, The Lodge restaurant is just a three minute walk from the beach ensuring a relaxed and peaceful experience. You can enjoy a tasty meal in the bar, garden room or restaurant where the menu combines pub favourites with big flavour. The Lodge also delivers a mean Sunday roast – the perfect way to round off the week.

Dog-Friendly

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ADDRESS

CONTACT

Traditional pub food

The Old Hunstanton Road, Old Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 6HX

01485 532896

info@thelodgehunstanton.co.uk

the gin trap

A 17TH CENTURY COACHING INN, SERVING SINCE 1668

DESCRIPTION

Located in the charming, traditionally English village of Ringstead, this family-friendly pub has been opening it’s doors to patrons for centuries. Serving delicious food and refreshing drinks you are sure to find a warm welcome to this cosy, ancient inn.

Dog-Friendly

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ADDRESS

CONTACT

Fresh, seasonal menu

The Gin Trap Inn, High Street, Ringstead, Norfolk, PE36 5JU

01485 525264

the ship inn brancaster

BOUTIQUE DINING IN THE HEART OF BRANCASTER

DESCRIPTION

With the finest selection of beers, wines, cocktails and spirits, including their very own Ship’s Black Diamond Premium Gin, you are ensured a special experience at this boutique restaurant. Set in the heart of the beautiful, coastal village of Brancaster, the restaurant and bar offer locally sourced produce and delicious seasonal menus. Your four-legged friend can even come along for the trip.

Dog-Friendly

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ADDRESS

CONTACT

Regularly changing seasonal menu

Main Road, Brancaster, Norfolk, PE31 8AP

01485 210333

reservations@shiphotelnorfolk.co.uk

the jolly sailors

AWARD WINNING PUB IN BRANCASTER STAITHE

DESCRIPTION

Voted the nation’s favourite family pub, this 18th century local serves real ales from its microbrewery, wholesome home-cooked food and the largest selection of rum on the coast. Everyone is welcome (including the dog!) at this rustic, characterful pub which is just a stone’s throw from Brancaster Staithe harbour and beach. If you’re lucky you might even catch the local Nelson’s Shantymen putting on a show on a Monday night.

Dog-Friendly

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ADDRESS CONTACT

Wholesome pub grub

Brancaster Staithe, Norfolk, PE31 8BJ

01485 210314

spa and wellness

DESCRIPTION

the retreat

TREAT YOURSELF TO A LITTLE ‘YOU’ TIME

ADDRESS

CONTACT

The Retreat Spa offers a selection of health and beauty treatments with a team of trained professionals who are dedicated to helping you relax and restore in this peaceful setting. Offering everything from massages to manicures you are sure to leave The Retreat feeling truly rejuvenated.

The Old Stables, Brancaster Hall, Brancaster, Norfolk, PE31 8AF

01485 210 387 hello@retreat-spa.co.uk

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