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Your Hotel Ramada Jarvis Hotel, 121-131 Boundary Rd, Norwich Telephone 0844 8159036. A contemporary style hotel just a mile from the city centre. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms and modern facilities. The Arts Restaurant offers traditional and internationally inspired cuisine with a selection of fine wines to accompany your meal.
Thursday 9th - We make our way to East Anglia, having comfort stops and lunch on route, arriving at our hotel in plenty of time before dinner.
Friday 10th - Today our tour will be to Sandringham the much loved country retreat of Her Majesty the Queen and has been the private home of four generations of British Monachs since 1862. The house set in 60 acres of stunning gardens is perhaps the most famous stately home in Norfolk. Before our visit to Sandringham we go to the Norfolk Lavender Farm for a short visit.
Saturday 11th - Our visits today start at Gooderstone Water Gardens, a unique attraction for all garden lovers, naturalists, artists and photographers or those who simply want a restful break. What could be nicer than to stroll through an enchanting garden, explore the nature trail, perhaps spot a kingfisher and enjoy delicious home made cakes. We travel just down the road for our next visit to, Oxburgh Hall, it is a magnificent 15th Century Manor House, with its Tudor Gatehouse and accessible Priest’s Hole, was built in 1482 by the Bedingfield family who still live there. The attractive gardens feature a French parterre, walled orchard and kitchen garden.
Sunday 12th - A short journey today to Hoveton Hall gardens. Set at the edge of the Norfolk Broads, Hoveton Hall Gardens is a delightful garden mixing both formal and informal planting across the seasons. The Spider Garden, The Old Kitchen Garden, The Clematis Walk, Woodland Walk, Water Garden and Lake are all part of this beautiful garden. After our visit we return to Norwich for some last minute shopping or perhaps a visit to the 12th Century Cathederal.
Monday 13th - After breakfast we return to Wiltshire, with lunch stop on route.
We reserve the right to alter your itinerary due to adverse weather or local traffic conditions. Terms and conditions of booking are stated on the reverse of your booking form and can also be viewed on Hatts Travel website. |