This morning we travel to the quaint coastal town of Sheringham.
After some time for exploration, we board the steam-hauled North
Norfolk Railway for a journey on the Poppy Line through the verdant
countryside to Holt. The name for the Poppy Line comes from 'Poppy
Land', that was coined in the 19th-century by poet Clement Scott,
and refers to the section of the North Norfolk coast from
Sheringham to Mundesley. On our journey we pass the delightful
Norfolk countryside.
Here we are picked up by coach and transferred to Sandringham,
the country retreat of Her Majesty the Queen, and set in acres of
beautiful gardens and parkland.
We enjoy an excursion to Sandringham Estate, gardens and the
museum. Sandringham House was built in 1870, and has been passed
down as a private home through 4 generations of the British
monarchy.
The gardens here are set in 24 stunning hectares, with each
generation adding something of their own tastes. The Sandringham
Exhibition and Transport Museum, housed in the former coach houses
and stables, holds a magnificent collection of important royal
memorabilia including a 1939 Merryweather fire engine and gifts
given to her majesty The Queen during Royal state visits
abroad.
We are free to enjoy Sandringham Estate at our leisure. Why not
explore the Sculpture Trail? All made by chainsaw markings on
natural tree trunks, there are 15 sculptures to admire in the
Arboretum. There is also Sandgram's County Park to stroll through,
with its mixture of evergreen trees, and if you fancy a spot of tea
or coffee. Make a visit to the Sandringham Cafe & Coffee shop
or the Stables Tea Room.
Day 3 is free for you to explore at your own
pace. You could visit the quaint shops in the town, have a look
around the open-air market, venture further afield with a train
ride to the coast, or make another trip to Norwich. Hethersett
offers a mixture of museums and galleries, such as the Bridewell
Museum, devoted to local trade, and the Castle Museum, exhibiting
different periods in Norwich's trading industry such as tools,
pottery, and luxury items.
Includes
- Day 2 - Breakfast, Dinner
- Day 3 - Breakfast, Dinner