I adore visiting the Sandringham Estate. From the open spaces, woodland walks to the church and the house, it’s a familiar place that always delivers on that happy feeling. On our recent short break to Norfolk, having never visited the Sandringham Estate before, Mum was keen to pay a visit. Just to manage her expectations […]

I mentioned in Postcards from Holt that we had discovered a little gem of a tearoom. Folly Tearoom is situated at the end of Hoppers Yard and is a tranquil haven of vintage gorgeousness. When we first dropped by they were fully booked but the waitress took my number and said she would call when […]

I really enjoyed discovering lots of new places on our short break in Norfolk. We found quite a few gems whilst driving through the glorious countryside and at our destinations. One of these was Holt. Along with Brancaster I think this is a place that I could live (if I were to ever move to […]

I’ve only visited Wells-Next-The-Sea once before and liked it straight away as it reminded me of Cornwall.   It is on the beautiful coast line of North Norfolk and is a complete contrast to Cromer, its neighbour, a short drive down the coast. Wells-Next-The-Sea is an area of outstanding natural beauty and I can certainly see why. […]

In all the years I’ve been visiting Norfolk I’ve never been to Cromer.  So I took the opportunity to visit on our recent short break. It is clear that Cromer is more of a traditional type of seaside town, but it housed a few gems. We met with Katy, from Fabulous Food Finds, for lunch.  I […]

I do like to explore and have new experiences, but sometimes going back to a place that you’ve enjoyed is just as joyful.  This is exactly how I felt last week when I made a return visit to Upton House and Gardens.  Situated in the beautiful Warwickshire countryside this elegant 1930s country house is one […]