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News relating to North Norfolk particularly and anything that is likely to impinge on the relaxed way of life in Norfolk.

Gallery Plus at Wells Reopening 12th of April

Gallery Plus at Wells Reopening 12th of April

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  Trevor and Jo Woods of Gallery Plus at Wells in North Norfolk have sent an email to announce their popular gallery’s reopening date. That is, of course, subject to any unforeseen changes in government policy relating to the pandemic. However, things are looking far more optimistic now in that regard and hopefully I will be able to visit my favourite North Norfolk gallery as soon as it reopens. Best wishes to Trevor and Jo. Gallery Plus at Wells-next-the-Sea “We’re…

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Deepdale Cafe at Burnham Deepdale North Norfolk is up for sale

Deepdale Cafe at Burnham Deepdale North Norfolk is up for sale

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Press release sent out by Jason Borthwick landlord of Deepdale Café & Dalegate Market 14/9/2020. Owners of One of North Norfolk’s Best Cafés Retire “After discovering the joys of relaxing in their garden during the Covid-19 lockdown, Viv and Graham have decided to sell Deepdale Café and enjoy their retirement. They’ve run the busy café with Sophie for more than 6 years, in which time they’ve fed royalty, the famous, and those who love the North Norfolk Coast. Deepdale Café…

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The Dun Cow Salthouse

The Dun Cow Salthouse

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Salthouse Dun Cow in North Norfolk is a bit special. Situated alongside the A149 coast road the public house is beside the village green. The interior is traditional in design with scrubbed table tops and warming fires for when the cold easterlies come in off the North Sea. Due to the present COVID-19 situation it is necessary to book a table. The food is of a very high standard. Sample menu: “£15 BATTERED FISH & CHIPS With crushed minted peas,…

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BIRDscapes David Cowdry Exhibition opens 1st August

BIRDscapes David Cowdry Exhibition opens 1st August

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I am pleased to say that BIRDscapes at Glandford is opening an exhibition on the 1st of August featuring the works of David Cowdry. “As we have already trailed, on the 1st of August we are extremely pleased, and relieved, to be welcoming David Cowdry back to BIRDscapes. As you will see from the invitation (click here to view) it will not be an “opening” in the usual sense of such occasions, and we will have to keep a close…

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Good news from BIRDscapes Gallery at Glandford

Good news from BIRDscapes Gallery at Glandford

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I have received the following email from Steve and Liz at BIRDscapes Gallery at Glandford nr Holt, North Norfolk. As the name suggests the gallery features ornithological art of high quality. “Hello from BIRDscapes, We are so pleased to be opening on Saturday July 18th from 11am-4pm. We look forward to meeting old friends and welcoming new customers, but of course it can’t be business quite as before. Nevertheless we hope that a visit will still be an uplifting and…

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Cley Smokehouse Shop at Glandford nr Holt

Cley Smokehouse Shop at Glandford nr Holt

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I have purchased fish from Cley Smokehouse for many years and the quality has always been excellent. When I visited recently I found the shop in Cley was closed for refurbishment. There was a sign on the door directing customers to new premises at Glandford so I made my way there. I found this smart new smokehouse shop in the complex of Manor Farm Barns where Cley Spy, BIRDscapes Gallery and the Art Cafe are also located. The interior of…

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Car Parking Charges at Norfolk Wildlife Trust at Cley from Easter

Car Parking Charges at Norfolk Wildlife Trust at Cley from Easter

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The Visitor Centre at NWT Cley The Norfolk Wildlife Trust has announced that it intends to introduce charges for car parking at the Cley and Salthouse Marshes reserves. The funds raised will go towards management costs and to “balance the conservation needs of the nature reserve with use of the site by visitors.” The Trust has made an application to the NNDC for permission to install pay and display machines and the necessary signage at the car parks of the…

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North Norfolk Wildlife Safaris by Martin Hayward Smith

North Norfolk Wildlife Safaris by Martin Hayward Smith

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Martin Hayward Smith has over 30 years experience in professionally photographing and filming wildlife in many parts of the world. He now brings that experience and knowledge to North Norfolk by providing safaris in his Land Rover to the wildlife habitats of the area. Guests will see a diverse range of birds and animal species on a full or half-day safari.