Reasons to visit North Norfolk for a great holiday experience.
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.
North Norfolk Steam Train at Kelling Fancy an amazing ride through the countryside of North Norfolk on a steam train bedecked with Christmas lights. What a great trip for children and the adults to enjoy as Christmas approaches. The Poppy Line North Norfolk Heritage Railway is running this service for the festive season and it has been named The Norfolk Lights Express. Decorated with multi-coloured lights, the steam trains will run between the 20th November and the 23rd December and…
The season of ‘mists and mellow fruitfulness’ has arrived and the main holiday season in North Norfolk has drawn to a close. We are now getting into the winter mindset, hoping that the ‘beast from the east’ won’t revisit. The lightweight walking shoes are cleaned and put away and the leather walking boots have been dragged from the back of the cupboard for their annual waterproofing treatment. The area is still attracting visitors because it is half-term and we have…
I have written about the Norfolk Coastal Path on the site but I recently found these two excellent videos and thought I would share them with you. Unfortunately, I cannot credit the maker because I can’t identify him other than he is Simon – A bloke in the Woods. Anyway, thank you Simon for the information. I am sure it will inspire visitors to Norfolk to walk part if not all of the coast path. If you are a keen…
John Threlfall SWLA is showing new works at the BIRDscapes Gallery at Glandford near Holt in North Norfolk. The exhibition opens at midday on Saturday, October the 5th and closes on Sunday, October the 27th. From: Liz & Steve at BIRDscapes: “John’s recent move northwards has put the Scottish Highlands on his doorstep and brought new perspectives to his picture-making. His birds remain as well-observed as ever, while the distinctive mark-making that John uses to portray their surroundings has been…
Trevor Woods, the talented Norfolk artist, has an exhibition starting shortly. The venue is his gallery, Gallery Plus at Wells-next-the-Sea. Details of the new works are given below. “Buildings and Boats A Major One-Man Exhibition by Trevor Woods at Gallery Plus, Wells-next-the-Sea Saturday 12th October – Saturday 26th October 2019 Wherever Trevor goes on his travels, buildings and boats are always present. Venice is the most obvious of his favourite destinations and always provides incredible inspiration, but earlier this year…
The Water Mill at Glandford Steve at BIRDscapes gallery at Glandford near Holt, North Norfolk, has forwarded the details of a coming exhibition of work by David Cowdry. David is a naturalist and artist who paints wildlife and landscapes in a realistic style. He paints mainly in oils but does sometimes work in other mediums. “Hello from BIRDscapes We have yet another very exciting exhibition lined up for the summer season! Starting at midday Saturday 3rd August, we are thrilled…
Sea Palling Beach Two of North Norfolk’s beaches have featured in a Sunday Times’ list of the UK’s best. The beaches at Sea Palling and Holme-next-the-Sea were listed at 17 and 14 respectively in the top 20 selection by the Times’ chief travel writer Chris Haslam. Mr Haslam wrote about Holme: “When the SUV’s are nose-to-tail into Brancaster, Burnham and other locations on the Norfolk Coast, Holme will be empty. (Note: Empty? That is not the case in the summer…
Ross’ wildlife boat trips from Horsey are a very enjoyable and informative way to spend an hour. You will see some rare species, including in high summer, the beautiful swallowtail butterfly.
Lifeguard Flag – supervised bathing area between the flags The warmer weather will soon be here. I promise! So, get the bathing costumes, the suntan oil and the beach gear sorted out ready for some relaxing days on North Norfolk’s beaches. Indications are that this tourist season in North Norfolk could see the highest number of visitors ever so you will need to get down onto the beaches early to get the best spots – in my case within…