INTERESTING FACTS & PLACES TO VISIT
Norfolk is possibly most famous for the man-made Broads, a National Park with over 125 miles of navigable lock-free waterways set in beautiful countryside and studded with charming and picturesque towns and villages.
Sea Palling is a quiet village on the north Norfolk Coast with an award winning beach and unique areas of unspoilt natural beauty.
The beach is ideal for children with safe waters calmed by man-made coastal defence reefs. Sea Palling has a rich history dominated by sea flooding, ship wrecks and heroism on the waves. Nowadays, water sports ranging from swimming to jet skiing are an important part of life, attracting visitors and locals.
The Muckleburgh collection is the largest privately owed working collection of tanks in the UK. It has 25 working tanks and much more. There is so much to see with collections of uniforms, photos, weapons, bombs and documents covering World War 2 , the Falkland and Gulf wars. There is a gift shop and cafe open from 10.00 till 5.00 for further information call (01263) 588210.
Norfolks longest 15" gauge line runs between Aylsham and Wroxham .Jump on one of their steam trains for the 18 mile trip though the picturesque Bure Valley. The main station is at Aysham on the A140 north of Norwich .The station has a cafe so you can grab a cup of tea and watch the trains fill up with coal , theres also a great model shop for adults and children ! Phone 01263 733858 to book a ticket or see their web site for more details.
BEWILDERWOOD "The curious Treehouse Adventure"
01692 633033 on the Horning road just out of Hoveton ( 5 mins from ROYS OF WROXHAM) If you have children this is a must place to visit , have fun on the death slides walk up in the trees on wobbly walks. Play in the Toddler area for small Boggles, Take a boat trip to see Mildred the Crocklebog or simply get lost in the Muddled maze.
SEAL TRIPS to Blakeney point with BISHOP'S BOATS
01263 740753 on the coast road between Cley and Wells book by the phone to avoid disappointment .This is a great boat trip for around an hour you are guaranteed to see seals and plenty of sea gulls ! Take a Camera, binoculars, sun cream if warm or waterproof and warm clothing if cold !!
The Bittern line community rail partnership. The local railway from Norwich to Cromer and Sheringham. Take train to the beautiful city of Norwich or stop off at the coast in Cromer or Sheringham.
Why not use the railway to get to the pub so you can have a couple of drinks and worry about driving home. Taking a left turn out of the Station and following the foot path cross the road and then take a right though the foot path that cuts along the field where you will come out by the Village Hall the WHITE LADY is behind the hall.
Hall Farm, Sloley Road, Worstead, NR289RS 07747 464775 lakesideridingcentre@gmail.com
Nestled in beautiful North Norfolk, Lakeside Riding Centre offers unique and thrilling off-road riding through fields, woodland and tracks at the 5000 acre, Worstead Estate, North Walsham. Whilst they specialise in hacks for the intermediate and more experienced rider, we do warmly welcome beginners. We also offer escorted riding in relaxed atmosphere for those riders for whom this is more appropriate. Headed up by Catherine Mace-Nelson (BHS Int SM, Foundation Degree Of Science in Equine Management, BA (Hons) Equine Studies, UKCC L2 Coach Equestrian Riding), Lakeside Riding Centre has been approved by The British Horse Society (BHS), which focuses on high quality horse welfare, as well as education, training and safety of the public in all matters relating to the horse. So whether you are a beginner seeking to hop into the saddle for the first time or a more advanced rider seeking a thrilling canter across open countryside, you can trust that Lakeside Riding Centre can offer you a safe and exciting experience.
Check out his web site - our local international artist John Rance has had his work on display in galleries all over Europe. We are very luck to have some of his work on our walls so come and have a look, many are for sale.
Starting with a career in the Navy to marketing for business, Peter, another local now writes children’s books- check out his website, if you buy a book and you see him in the pub why not ask him to personalise it for you!!!