Posted on 09/04/2021 17:52
We are booked to stay at Sandringham next week. After the sad news today of the passing of the Duke of Edinburgh, I have seen an announcement that the estate is not opening as planned next week. We have never been to Sandringham before, those of you who are familiar with the site, will the closure of the grounds affect our stay much please, we planned to walk on the estate as a major feature of our stay?
Posted on 11/04/2021 11:50 by TakethedogalongYes, it’s quite a way, either coastal or inland, but both are very interesting, and nice to do even if it’s a rainy day. We never use a site in that area, prefer to be just back from coast more in the Burnham areas. Scope for going different ways then, and we love the churches around there. Sandringham House and Museum is a good visit, something to go back to another time. We don’t walk estate because it’s a known hotspot for seasonal canine deaths in the Autumn, but it’s lovely. Castle Rising worth a visit as well.😁
Posted on 11/04/2021 12:02
It is all quite familier to Me as Grandfather was Gamekeeper to Edward seventh and my father was with Prince Henry ,hence me being born in an area of Kensington ,i have relations in area,who we meet when at Sandringham site ,normally at one of the estates social clubs
Posted on 11/04/2021 14:04
As a lot of "Houses" etc. will be closed at the moment you'll need to be mobile and take in good walks if you can.
I can recommend driving to Hunstanton, park near the Lighthouse on the road not the car park. The road is free. Walk down to the beach and stroll down to Holme or as far as you want. If you return to the area and the pub in Holme village is open then pop in, fully recommended.
Or, drive to Thornham, park by the church, and walk over the boardwalk towards the nature reserve at Holme. They may do takeaway coffee at the moment.
Or, drive to Titchwell RSPB reserve and walk out to the beach along the Public Footpath. I think there is now a charge for non members for parking. The hides won't be open.
Or, park at Brancaster church and walk along boardwalks again to Brancaster Staithe. There is usually a takeaway hut selling crabs that the owners husband catches, and they also sell other sandwiches of that ilk plus tea etc. We normally take some Gluten Free rolls and they fill them up with crayfish tail in a marie sauce for a butty. They tend to open at Easter and stay that way until after autumn school half term. there is also a pub or two that might be doing outdoor seating. Not sure what the rules are in England for drinking in outdoor places at the moment.
Or, drive to Wells and walk to Holkham Hall as TTda recommends. Plenty of places to get a hot takeaway drink in Wells but we usually get ours from the Deli on the front.
Or, drive to Burnham Overy Staithe, park on the front, check the tide first, and walk towards the sea and then towards Holkham way if you want to. Lovely place for a picnic.
Even if you can't do or want to do these someone else might. Enjoy the break.
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Posted on 11/04/2021 18:10
North Norfolk was our chosen family holiday destination last year, away from the busy places like Wells, Cromer, it was very nice, felt very safe. It’s a beautiful area, so much to see and do, for all ages and mobilities. I hope lesandang have a good time😁
Posted on 14/04/2021 08:54
Thank you everyone for your suggestions. Will be taking some of them up. Walked on the Estate yesterday, all open apart from the visitors centre and the areas one usually have to pay for. Campsite is to be recommended, busy but not full, no concerns Covid wise.
Posted on 17/04/2021 16:46
Walk (10 mins) through the woods to the Babingley Social Club, actually located on, and visible from, the A149. It’s a throwback through the ages, with outdoor seating IIRC. Drinks prices are also a throwback. Very friendly locals. I think membership (if they ask) is a £1.
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