Explore Norfolk

Relax on the site
or take time to explore the beautiful coast and quiet villages

You have all the facilities necessary to relax and enjoy your break in the peaceful surroundings of Manor Farm. Less than a mile away in the Victorian town of Cromer you will find safe sandy beaches, shops, pubs, restaurants, takeaways and a small multiplex cinema. Cromer is also famous for its pier, crabs and carnival.

Cromer Pier
Cromer Pier

The village of East Runton is within a 20 minute walk. It has pubs and shops, as well as a quiet beach with rock pools for the children to explore as the tide goes out.

East Runton beach
East Runton beach, with Cromer Pier in the background

Felbrigg Hall, owned by the National Trust but free to walk round the park is within a 5 minute drive from Manor Farm.

Felbrigg Hall
Felbrigg Hall

For the more adventurous there are many places to explore and things to do. You could travel by rail (Cromer Station – 5 minute walk), bus or car to the Norfolk Broads at Wroxham and onwards to the historic Cathedral City of Norwich with it’s shops and castle.

Sheringham cliff tops
Sheringham cliff top walk, heading west

Alternatively take the train to Sheringham where it connects with the steam railway to the Georgian town of Holt, a maze of antique shops, boutiques and quiet cafes.

The long distance North Norfolk Coastal Footpath passes right by the site and gives easy access to a network of quiet public footpaths through the enchanting and tranquil Norfolk countryside.

Within 5 miles of Manor Farm you will find:

Felbrigg Hall, Sheringham Park, The Reef Leisure Centre, Sheringham Little Theatre, Golf Courses at Cromer, West Runton and Sheringham.

Sheringham Park
Nearby Sheringham Park
Rhododendrons, Sheringham Park
Rhododendrons, Sheringham Park

Ideas for day trips

Take a boat trip to see the seals at Blakeney Point, go bird watching at Cley-next-the-Sea, visit Holkham Hall and picnic in the sand dunes at Holkham Bay, visit the Queen at Sandringham House (40m), explore Blickling Hall (National Trust) (10m) and have a walk by the lake, take the family to Roarr! Dinosaur Adventure Park (25m) or Pleasurewood Hills Theme Park (35m)

Pleasurewood Hills
Pleasurewood Hills

“We’re counting down until we visit in August! The kids think it’s still too long to wait. 🤣🤣”

Sophie Gaish, July 2022