Description
Sandringham Flower Show is one of the most prestigious horticultural events in the East of England. it is much more than just a Flower Show. It is a unique event offering not only the best in horticulture but also an excellent day out. Set in the magnificent surroundings of Sandringham Park with Sandringham House and Sandringham Church as a backdrop, this one-day Show attracts around 20,000 visitors each year. From the beginning the Show has been privileged to enjoy Royal patronage and traditionally our Royal Patron attends the Show. Added attraction to this tour is the rail and sail on the Norfolk Broads, as well as Cromer, famous for Banksy's Great British Spraycation artwork and Cromer crabs!
Itinerary
Your itinerary
Day 1 At interchange join your Norfolk bound coach and onwards to your hotel for the next 4 nights with breakfast and dinner included.Days 2 – 4 At leisure in Kings Lynn with 2 included excursions and 1 optional excursion.Hunstanton & Sandringham Flower ShowHead up the coastline to Hunstanton, a seaside town renowned for its unique striped cliffs and its position as the only west-facing resort on the East coast. Late morning a short drive to Sandringham for the Flower Show. Many of the region’s leading nurseries and horticultural specialists & exhibits grown by local residents; there are also some open classes which anyone may enter. In the amateurs’ marquee, local gardening and horticultural clubs enter a judged display competition, whilst the Horticultural Trades marquee features displays by leading nurseries. Admission included Please note: No Admission to the houseRail & Sail on the Norfolk BroadsExperience a nostalgic trip on Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge railway which runs between the historic market town of Aylsham and bustling town of Wroxham, at the heart of the Norfolk Broads. The 9 mile trip runs through the pretty Bure Valley countryside following the meandering River Bure through meadowland and ancient pasture. Along the line are wayside halts serving the picturesque Broadland villages of Brampton, Buxton and Coltishall. Hop back on the coach at Wroxham for the short journey to Horning to join the Southern Comfort, a double-deck paddle boat purpose built for the Broads. From the beautiful village of Horning, cruise along the River Bure through the village and out to Ranworth Broad and back, passing lovely old thatched houses, windmills and Norfolk reed beds. Throughout the trip there is an excellent commentary and continual pointing out of all the water birds around at the time. There is the ever-present bustle of river traffic with cruisers, yachts and the occasional wherry.OPTIONAL EXCURSIONCromer
Visit today to Cromer, a classic traditional Norfolk seaside resort. Cromer pier is home to a lifeboat station and the Pavilion Theatre, where the UK’s only remaining traditional end of the pier variety show takes place. The pier is an enduring example of Victorian architecture, having withstood many storms, tidal surges and even an attempt to blow it up by the Government in WW2 to prevent the pier being used as a landing strip for enemy invaders! Returning to the hotel late afternoon.Day 5 - After breakfast, head southwards with a stop in Bury St Edmunds – time permitting before returning to interchange and onwards to your home towns.
Tours to visit Sandringham House are May 8, June 26 & September 17
Venue Information
Coastal Hotel .
Dragonfly Hotel, Kings Lynn
This modern 3 star hotel is located on the outskirts of the historical market town of Kings Lynn, just 10 minutes from the city centre.
Hotel offers free high-speed WiFi.
All of the modern bedrooms are decorated in warm colours and feature an en suite bathroom. A 43-inch Philips flat-screen TV with Freeview, award-winning Hypnos beds, USB ports, a desk and arm chairs are provided. Hospitality tray.
The restaurant serves an all-day dining menu in a relaxing atmosphere, and light snacks are available from the bar.
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