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News relating to North Norfolk particularly and anything that is likely to impinge on the relaxed way of life in Norfolk.

No Mortgages for New Holiday-let Homes in North Norfolk! Leeds Building Society Acts.

No Mortgages for New Holiday-let Homes in North Norfolk! Leeds Building Society Acts.

  Working with North Norfolk District Council (NNDC), Leeds Building Society has decided to restrict granting mortgages to those wishing to buy properties in North Norfolk to be used as holiday lets. The scheme will run for a 12-month trial period. The society states that it is seeking to balance local housing needs with the economic benefits tourism can bring. Will this move help local people buy or rent a home in North Norfolk? I am sceptical, but it is…

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The Mystery of the Stiffkey footbridge?

The Mystery of the Stiffkey footbridge?

  The North Norfolk village of Stiffkey made the national news yesterday (01.11) when the case of the Stiffkey footbridge was featured on BBC Radio 4’s PM programme. Some months ago, the National Trust decided to remove the footbridge across a creek on Stiffkey Marshes. The bridge facilitated access to the marsh and is considered by the locals as a safety feature, allowing egress from the marsh if someone is cut off by the tide. The Trust is the custodian…

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National Trust Norfolk Summer of Play sponsored by Starling Bank

National Trust Norfolk Summer of Play sponsored by Starling Bank

I have received this press release from the National Trust North Norfolk about its summer events. Playing games at Felbrigg Hall, North Norfolk. Image ©National Trust “Make the most of the longer days, warmer weather, and quality time together as a family with the National Trust’s Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank. During the summer holidays, experience National Trust places in new and exciting ways, with a family-festival feel and designated areas jam-packed with outdoor games and experiences. Get…

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Summer evenings in Norfolk with the National Trust

Summer evenings in Norfolk with the National Trust

    Summer event at NT property. Image © National Trust I have received this press release from the National Trust. “Celebrate the long-awaited summer with an evening spent enjoying open-air theatre performances and outdoor music concerts in picturesque surroundings at a National Trust place near you. Enjoy an enchanting theatre performance of Britain’s best-known folktale, Robin Hood, or sit back and take in the sounds of contemporary and classical music. Enhance the open-air experience by bringing a picnic (and…

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National Trust Winter Walks in North Norfolk

National Trust Winter Walks in North Norfolk

 The National Trust has issued the following press release. Blickling Hall Winter walks from the National Trust    “The National Trust cares for hundreds of trails in beautiful locations across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.  Head to the coast for dramatic grey skies and thundering waves, blow away the cobwebs with invigorating countryside walks or follow inviting paths through frost-sprinkled parkland and historic gardens. Immerse yourself in striking winter scenery; the stark beauty of frost-gilded trees, new vistas of wide landscapes and…

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National Trust presents Blickling harvest book and stamp fair 

National Trust presents Blickling harvest book and stamp fair 

Blickling Hall Norfolk I have received this Press Release from the National Trust Blickling Hall. “From Friday 30 September to Sunday 2 October, 11am – 4pm, the Loft gallery at Blickling will host the Blickling harvest book and stamp fair. Come and view over 2000 rare, valuable, and curious books for sale, alongside carefully selected stamps for the curious philatelist.  All books and stamps have been generously donated, and every penny you spend comes back to Blickling to help us…

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Trevor Woods’ Exhibition – Gallery Plus at Wells

Trevor Woods’ Exhibition – Gallery Plus at Wells

North Norfolk based artist Trevor Woods’ latest exhibition opens at Gallery Plus in Wells-next-the-Sea NORTH A Major One-Man Exhibition inspired by Icelandic and Scottish Landscapes. The exhibition opens this Saturday 20th August and continues until Saturday 3rd September 2022 Tuesday – Saturday 10am-4pm plus Sunday 21st August 11am-4pm For a preview of Trevor’s latest work please use the link below to access a .pdf. https://www.twoodsimages.co.uk/TrevorWoods_NORTH_2022_Catalogue.pdf Gallery Plus, Warham Road, Wells-next-the-sea, Norfolk, NR23 1QA. On the A149 Coast Road at the…

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Enjoy Norfolk’s National Trust Properties this Summer 

Enjoy Norfolk’s National Trust Properties this Summer 

National Trust’s Felbrigg Hall North Norfolk The National Trust has issued this press release about activities available at its Norfolk properties this summer. “From pop-up play pavilions with a family-festival feel to interactive storytelling and open-air theatre, there are lots of events and activities on offer this summer from the National Trust.  And thanks to funding from Sport England over 140 National Trust houses, gardens and parks will be encouraging families to get active and take part in a Summer…

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