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Top 10 Places To See A Riot (Of Autumn Colour) in Norfolk!

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Fi Woolcock with thanks to norfolk.greatbritishlife.co.uk and visitnorfolk

  A Riot Of Autumn Colour, North Norfolk Norfolk is a beautiful place to ramble anytime of the year, but October and November in particular are great months to get out in the fresh air, enjoy the beautiful autumn colours … Continue reading →

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Love is in the Air….

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Fi Woolcock with thanks to Warden Jack Woodley

If you are staying in one of our holiday cottages over Easter, make sure you take the time to visit Pensthorpe, near Fakenham. There are so many ways to enjoy the beautiful surroundings  - whether you want to explore the … Continue reading →

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‘Local Leap’ in North Norfolk

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Fi Woolcock

Trust staff get Leap Day off work to volunteer Today the world is enjoying an extra 24 hours as another leap year arrives – and more than 5,000 National Trust employees are being given the Leap Day off work to … Continue reading →

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Has Spring Sprung here in Norfolk?

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Fi Woolcock

  Has Spring Sprung in Norfolk? Over at Pensthorpe Wildlife and Gardens near Fakenham, the reserve and gardens are looking particually beautiful despite having been covered, until recently, in a dusting of snow! They have even got a pair of … Continue reading →

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Big Garden Birdwatch

Posted on January 27, 2012 by

 One Hour Well Spent….. ….why not count the birds in your garden for one hour this weekend – 28-29 January – and help the RSPB see how birds are doing across the UK. It couldn’t be easier to take part in, and … Continue reading →

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Houghton Hall

Posted on May 6, 2010 by

I am hugely priviledged to live in a house on the most beautiful estate in Norfolk – Houghton Hall.  Situated off the A146 between Kings Lynn and Fakenham, this is an absolute ‘must see’ for anyone visiting Norfolk this summer. … Continue reading →

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