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To help you find the accommodation which best suits your needs, accommodation is listed in order of their nearest town.

The gradings have also been displayed to give you an indication of the general quality.

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Bury St Edmunds - 47 Benyon Gardens

3 Star VB

Mrs P Townsend, 47 Benyon Gardens, Culford, Nr. Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. IP28 6EA
Tel/Fax: 01284 728763

A quietly situated bungalow overlooking farmland. Convenient for touring The Brecks, Bury St Edmunds, Cambridge and Newmarket. Sorry no children.

2 Twin rooms.
 
Bury St Edmunds - Brambles Lodge

4 Star AA

Yvonne & Rex Edge, Brambles Lodge, Welham Lane, Risby, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. IP28 6QS
Tel: 01284 810701
Email: yr.edge@amserve.com

The lodge is located in a delightful, peaceful position in the village, with a picturesque garden. The bedrooms are beautifully furnished. Breakfast taken in the conservatory overlooking pond. Two good pubs in village for evening meals.

All ground floor rooms.

1 Single, 1 Double, 1 Double or Twin, and 1 Double or Twin room with single bed for child if required.

Rates: Single (£35-£40 per night); Double / Twin (£27.50-£32.50 per person per night based on 2 people sharing); all include full English breakfast and VAT.

 
Bury St Edmunds - College House Farm

4 Diamond AA

Jackie Brightwell, College House Farm, Bardwell Road, Barningham, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. IP31 1DF
Tel/Fax: 01359 221512
Email: jackie.brightwell@talk21.com

College House Farm is an attractive Grade II listed, Jacobean country house dating back to the 1600's. Set in 4 acres of mature gardens with paddocks & stabling facilities, it is also home to resident ducks, chickens, geese & doves. Owned and run by Jackie Brightwell, who along with her sister Jeannie, ensure a very real warm welcome for visiting guests.

Disabled facilities.

3 Double, 1 Single room, and 2 Self Catering Cottages

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Bury St Edmunds - North View

3 Diamond VB

Mrs D Huffee, North View, Opposite the Church, Honington, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. IP31 1RE
Tel/Fax: 01359 269423

A warm welcome awaits you in this 'olde worlde' house in a quiet village within walking distance of the RAF base. Hearty English breakfasts.

Children welcome, cycle storage and hire facilities, packed lunch provided on request, and off road car parking.

1 Double, 1 Family room, and 1 Single room.
 
Bury St Edmunds - The Six Bells Country Inn & Restaurant

4 Star AA

Margaret Grimoldby, The Six Bells Country Inn & Restaurant, The Green, Bardwell, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. IP31 1AW
Tel/Fax: 01359 250820
Email: sixbellsbardwell@aol.com

The old barn and stables have been converted into ten comfortable cottage-style bedrooms. Offering you a peaceful retreat with lovely views over the unspoilt East Anglian countryside, with all modern facilities. Prime local produce prepared daily. Dinner is served every evening and packed lunch is available by request. We can prepare gluten free dishes and cater for other dietary needs.

Close to the Peddars Way National Trail.

All ground floor rooms.

7 Double (of which 1 has a four poster bed), 2 Twin, and 1 Family room. Children and pets are welcome.

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Bury St Edmunds - The Three Kings, King's Lodge

4 Star AA/VB

Stuart & Karen Laurie, The Three Kings, Hengrave Road, Fornham All Saints, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. IP28 6LA
Tel: 01284 766979 Fax: 01284 723308
Email: thethreekings@keme.co.uk

Superior courtyard accommodation (all ensuite) in this beautifully converted Grade II listed public house. Lunch and dinner by arrangement. Fishing nearby.

Ground floor rooms and disabled facilities. Children welcome.

5 Double and 4 Twin rooms.

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Bury St Edmunds - The Willow

4 Star VB

Chris & Celia Lawrence, The Willow, Ixworth Road, Honington, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. IP31 1QY
Tel: 01359 269600 Fax: 01359 269586
Email: celialawrence@talk21.com

First class self-contained ground floor accommodation in comfortable family home. Excellent farmers' breakfasts.

Children welcome. Packed lunch and dinner by arrangement.

1 Double and 1 Double/Twin.
 
East Harling - The Angel Inn

4 Diamond VB

The Angel Inn, Larling, Norwich, Norfolk. NR16 2QT
Tel: 01953 717963 Fax: 01953 718561

Family run 17th century former coaching Inn, offering a wealth of character & charm. There is a licensed bar serving fine ales; lunch, dinner and packed lunch by request. Children welcome.

Transport to the Peddars Way National Trail, fishing nearby, and cycle storage and hire available.

4 Twin and 1 Double room.
 
East Harling - The Mill Farmhouse

4 Diamond VB

Jean Ireland, The Mill Farmhouse, Mill Lane, Snetterton, Norfolk. NR16 2LQ
Tel: 01953 498590
Email: jean.ireland@uwclub.net

Lovely Cromwellian farmhouse set in 4 acres of landscaped gardens with lake. Close to Snetterton Race Track, Thetford Forest and other places of interest in The Brecks. Within easy reach of the historic cities of Norwich and Cambridge and the North Norfolk Coast.

Children welcome, transport to the Peddars Way National Trail, fishing nearby, cycle hire arranged, sorry no pets.

2 Twin and 1 Double room.
 
Lakenheath - Paradise Lodge

4 Diamond

Mrs Irene Day, Paradise Lodge, Highbridge Gravel Road, Lakenheath, Suffolk. IP27 9HD
Tel: 01842 862963

Comfortable modern family home, set in 7 acres of grounds with a well-stocked fishing lake. Near to Lakenheath Fen RSPB reserve a haven for birdwatchers.

2 Double rooms.

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Mildenhall - Orchard House

4 AA Red Stars

Anne Greenfield, 23 North Terrace, Mildenhall, Suffolk. IP28 7AA
Tel: 01638 711237 Fax: 01638 715403 Mob: 07747 655433
Email: orchardhouse23@aol.com

At Orchard House you will find a warm welcome and relaxed atmosphere of a country house, which is set in an acre of walled gardens. Hidden away in the centre of Mildenall with easy access to shops, pubs and restaurants a warm welcome awaits our many visitors. Central for The Brecks, Ely, Bury St Edmunds, Cambridge and Newmarket.

Children welcome, cycle storage and hire provided, ample parking, sorry no pets.

1 Double, 2 Single, and 1 Twin rooms.

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Mildenhall - The Golden Boar Inn

4 Star VB

Mr P Spyrou, The Golden Boar Inn, The Street, Freckenham, Suffolk. IP28 8HZ
Tel: 01638 723000 Fax: 01638 721166
Email: thegoldenboarinn@aol.com

16th century Grade II listed Inn, located in one acre of gardens. Split level restaurant and patio dining areas available for weddings and functions. Lunch, packed lunch and dinner by arrangement. Children's play area. Cycle storage available.

Wheelchair access, ground floor rooms, and disabled facilities.

5 Twin rooms.
 
Mildenhall - The Old Bakery

3 Star VB

David & Wendy Goult, The Old Bakery, 91 The Street, Icklingham, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. IP28 6PL
Tel/Fax: 01638 510066
Email: icklinghambakery@btinternet.com

Georgian home overlooking open countryside and private gardens. Enjoy traditional English breakfast in a relaxed family atmosphere. Within easy reach of all major towns. Packed lunch on request. Fishing nearby.

1 Double and 1 Twin room.
 
Mildenhall - The Olde Bull Inn

4 diamond

The Olde Bull Inn, The Street, Barton Mills, Mildenhall, Suffolk. IP28 6AA
Tel: 01638 711001 Fax: 01638 711773
Email: bookings@bullinn-bartonmills.com

This famous and historical 17th century coaching Inn boasts the legend that Queen Elizabeth 1 reputedly slept here one night. The Inn has been recently refurbished to provide 14 en-suite character bedrooms. RibRoom Restaurant, dining room and bar area plus The Bulldog 'pub' with games room and family room. Easy access to The Brecks and Newmarket.

8 Double, 1 Family, 2 Twin and 3 Single rooms.

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Swaffham - Bedingfeld Arms

Grading applied for 2006/7

The Bedingfeld Arms, Oxborough, Norfolk. PE33 9PS.
Tel/Fax: 01366 328300
Email: samantha.mann@tiscali.com

All accommodation en-suite. Facilities include bar food, large car park and fenced garden with tables. Close to the National Trust property Oxburgh Hall.

Children welcome. Lunch, packed lunch and dinner by request. Fishing nearby.

2 Double and 1 Twin room.
 
Swaffham - Corfield House

4Star AA/VB VB Silver Award

Linda Hickey, Corfield House, Sporle, Nr. Swaffham, Norfolk. PE32 2EA
Tel: 01760 723636
Email: info@corfieldhouse.co.uk

Quality B&B in the Norfolk countryside. Ensuite bedrooms (1 ground floor) overlooks open fields or garden. Breakfasts cooked to order using fresh local produce. Excellent pub meals within walking distance.

Ground floor rooms. Children welcome.

Transport to Peddars Way National Trail, cycle storage, fishing nearby, pets by arrangement, ample parking, packed lunch on request.

2 Twin and 2 Double rooms.

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Swaffham - Crosskeys Riverside House

3 Star VB

The Flint Family, Crosskeys Riverside House, Bridge Street, Hilgay, Nr. Downham Market, Norfolk. PE38 0LD
Tel: 01366 387777

THE CROSSKEYS HOUSE is a small country hotel, set in its own grounds besides the tranquil River Wissey.

Formerly a coaching inn and farm complex, renovations have retained the original character of the diminishing Olde England.

Spacious bedrooms: three rooms contain a four poster bed; and two bedrooms are on the ground floor.

The large riverside garden for relaxation, row boating or fishing. Two rods and a row boat are available free of charge from the hotel.

New stabling has been erected allowing guests to bring their own horses and pets are welcome at Crosskeys with a modest cleaning fee.

Children welcome. Pets by arrangement.

Ground floor rooms.

3 Double (Four poster bed) and 1 Twin room.

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Swaffham - Lodge Farm

4 Diamond AA

Lodge Farm, Castle Acre, Swaffham, Norfolk. PE32 2BS
Tel: 01760 755506 Fax: 01760 755103
Email: enquiries@countysportsonline.com

Beautifully situated in tranquil, rolling countryside with superb views, this family farmhouse proivdes comfortable and relaxed seculsion close to the picturesque village of Castle Acre. Local and home-made products are used for the breakfasts. Farmhouse to 600 acre farm, farmed by 3rd party. One mile north of Castle Acre on the Rougham Road, five miles from Swaffham. Close to the Peddars Way National Trail. Cycle storage available. Fishing nearby. Packed lunch by request.

Children welcome.

2 Double/Family and 1 Twin room.
 
Swaffham - Narborough Trout & Coarse Lakes

4 Diamonds

Jan Pritchard, Narborough Trout & Coarse Lakes, Main Road, Narborough, Norfolk. PE32 1TE
Tel: 01760 338005
Email: narfish@supanet.com

Self-contained rooms adjoining Georgian farmhouse with small kitchenettes for preparation of light meals. Fly and coarse fishing available in lakes and streams.

3 Twin rooms.

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Swaffham - Repton House

4 Stars

Gary and Jackie Marsh, Repton House, Oaks Drive, Swaffham.
Tel: 01760 336399
Email: booking@reptonhouse.com

Repton House is a contemporary house with modern facilities. Ideally situated within easy walking distance of Swaffham. We offer quality bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms. Private garden with sitting area. Local free-range produce used for breakfasts. Close to The Peddars Way and ideally situated to explore The Brecks and The North Norfolk Coast.

Private parking, cycle storage, children welcome, sorry no pets allowed.

2 Double and 1 Twin room.

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Swaffham - The Red Lion Hotel

2 Star AA

The Red Lion Hotel, 87 Market Place, Swaffham, Norfolk. PE37 7AQ
Tel: 01760 721022 Fax: 01760720664
Email: gwhoare@aol.com

17th century coaching Inn, now converted to a public house, restaurant and motel accommodation. All rooms can be let on a single basis.

3 Double and 6 Twin rooms.
 
Swaffham - The Vines

4 Star VB

Leigh and Luke Huthwaite, The Vines, The Street, Great Cressingham, Nr. Swaffham, Norfolk. IP25 6NL.
Tel: 01760 756303 Mobile: 07981 943316
Email: stay@thevines.fsbusiness.co.uk

Green Tourism Business Scheme Bronze Award

Charming 16th Century house with mature gardens & orchard. Beautiful ensuite rooms and log fires in lounge. Breakfast is freshly cooked to your order, using free range eggs and local produce. Internet access available.

Single, double and family rooms available.

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Swaffham - Willow Cottage Tea Rooms

4 Star VB

Sheila & Frank Moister, Willow Cottage, Stocks Green, Castle Acre, Swaffham, Norfolk. PE32 2AE
Tel: 01760 755551 Fax: 01760 755799
Email: info@willowcottage.biz

Willow Cottage was built in the early 1700's and retains many original features. Traditional tea room and local produce lunches. They are ideally situated in the village for all local amenities. The castle and cluniac priory are a short walk in either direction. The River Nar is a 10 minute walk away, with several other short walks. Situated at the intersection of the Peddars Way and Nar Valley Walk. Within travelling distance of the North Norfolk Coast with areas like Holkham Nature Reserve and Blakeney Point. All rooms have en suite shower.

Transport to the Peddars Way, packed lunch (on request) and cycle storage available.

Sorry no longer able to accommodate pets

2 Double and 2 Twin rooms.

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Thetford - Church Farm House

5 Star - Gold Award VB

Richard and Georgia Bassett, Church Farm House, North Lopham, Diss, Norfolk. IP22 2LP.
Tel/Fax: 01379 687270
Email: hosts@churchfarmhouse.org

Church Farm House is a beautifully restored 16th century thatched Tudor farm house, which is recognised as being of historical interest, has been lovingly and sympathetically brought up to modern standards without losing its cozy old world charm.

You will receive an Anglo-American welcome and delicious food at their comfortable tudor farm house with it's mature gardens. 4 course evening candelit dinners available.

Children welcome (over 14yrs old), evening meal by arrangement, no smoking, sorry no dogs.

1 Double (Four poster bed), 1 Twin and 1 Single room.

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Thetford - Colveston Manor

4 Star VB

Wendy Allingham, Colveston Manor, Mundford, Thetford, Norfolk. IP26 5HU
Tel: 01842 878218 Fax: 01842 879218
Email: mail@colveston-manor.co.uk

Award winning 18th century farmhouse set in its own extensive grounds with informal gardens through which guests are free to wander and enjoy the peaceful environment. With attractive bedrooms, we specialise in delicious local produce Norfolk breakfasts and dinners. A birdwatchers delight! Set in the heart of The Brecks the whole area is a wealth of bird and wildlife to enjoy, and close by to the west of the manor house is the River Wissey, tributary to the Great Ouse, and East Anglia’s last remaining chalk-bed trout stream

Ground floor rooms

Children welcome, eveing meal by arrangement, fishing nearby, cycle storage/hire/repair information.

2 Double, 1 Twin/Double, and 1 Single room.

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Thetford - East Farm

4 Diamond VB

Margaret Heading, East Farm, Euston Road, Barnham, Thetford. IP24 2PB
Tel: 01842 890231 Fax: 01842 890457

Relax and stay on the Norfolk/Suffolk border on a working farm and plenty of wildlife. Peaceful surroundings with superb views.

Facilities: TV, children welcome, car parking, tea/coffee making, packed lunch on request, cycle storage, drying facilities.

1 double room and 1 twin room.
 
Thetford - Hilborough Swan

3 Star

Mary Nelson, The Hilborough Swan, Brandon Road, Hilborough, Thetford, IP26 5BW
Tel/Fax: 01760 756380

Hilborough Swan is on the A1065 between Swaffham & Brandon. 17th Century inn with a new extension offering a warm and friendly welcome. Family owned with comfortable bar, well-appointed non-smoking restaurant. Ideal base for discovering the rest of Norfolk including Thetford Forest and The Brecks.

2 Ground floor rooms, disabled facilities.

2 Family, 5 Double and 3 Single rooms.

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Thetford - Holly House

5 Star - Gold Award VB

Mrs Laurel Stonell, Holly House, Snetterton South End, Snetterton, Norfolk. NR16 2LG
Tel: 01953 498051
Email: jeffstonell@aol.com

Award-winning 17th century thatched cottage with masses of charm and comfort. First-class food and tastefully decorated rooms. Your comfort is guaranteed.

Lunch & evening meals by arrangement.

Ground floor rooms, children welcome.

2 Double, 1 Twin/Double room.

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Thetford - Manor Farm

4 Star VB Best Breakfast venue East Anglia (2005)

Green Tourism Business Scheme - Gold Award Winners

Miriam Thomas, Vicarage Road, Great Hockham, Nr. Thetford, Norfolk. IP24 1PE
Tel/Fax: 01953 498204
Email: manorfarm@ukf.net

Escape to this 450 year old farmhouse on the edge of Thetford Forest in The Brecks. Offering holistic therapies (booked in advance) and delicious home and local produce meals.

Children welcome, pets by arrangement.

Transport to Peddars Way National Trail, packed lunch on request, cycle storage & hire/repair information, stabling/paddocks.

1 Double, 1 Family/Twin, and 1 Single room.

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Thetford - Park Farm B&B

4 Diamond VB Silver Award

Diane & Francis Ulrych, Park Farm, Caston Road, Griston, Thetford, Norfolk. IP25 6QD
Tel: 01953 483020 Fax: 01953 483056
Email: parkfarm@eidosnet.co.uk

A warm welcome in a tranquil setting. Converted farm buildings offer attractive ground floor accommodation. Enjoy our delicious local produce breakfasts.

Children welcome (min. age 8 yrs).

Fishing nearby & cycle storage.

1 Double room.

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Thetford - The Chequers Inn

4 Star VB

The Chequers Inn, Griston Road, Thompson, Thetford, Norfolk. IP24 1PX
Tel: 01953 483360 Fax: 01953 488092
Email: richard@thompsonchequers.co.uk

The Chequers Inn is a 16th century village inn, with thatched roof, still holding many of its original features and character. Non smoking restaurant serving a varied menu featuring fresh local produce. Lunch, dinner and packed lunch on request. Close to the Great Eastern Pingo Trail, Thompson Water and the Peddars Way National Trail. Fishing nearby.

Ground floor rooms, disabled facilities.

Children welcome.

2 Double and 1 Family/Double room.

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Thetford - The Glebe Country House

4 Star VB

Mrs Deirdre Rudderham, Glebe House, 34 London Road, Elveden, Thetford, Norfolk. IP24 3TL
Tel/Fax: 01842 890027
Email: deirdre@jrudderham.freeserve.co.uk

Glebe House is an imposing house built in early 1900, standing on its own Exclusive grounds. It has large, comfortable, well appointed rooms. Breakfasts are made using local produce. The Glebe is situated mid-way between Cambridge and Norwich, on the A11, in Elveden Village, close to Center Parcs. There is easy access and ample parking facilities. Guests may bring well-behaved pets if they wish, and there is also kenneling available. Children welcome. Cycle storage available.

3 Double, 1 Family/Twin, and 1 Twin room.

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Thetford - The Old Rectory

5 Star - Gold award.

Bobby & Sarah Llewellyn, High Street, Hopton, Nr. Diss, Norfolk. IP22 2QX
Tel: 01953 688135 Fax: 01953 681686
Email: llewellyn.hopton@btinternet.com

Lovely Grade II listed timber framed building dates from C16th. Peace and tranquility prevail whether it is outside on the terrace or inside in winter with log fires. The house is beautifully furnished having many period features which add to its charm. With luxurious ensuite bedrooms Bobby and Sarah offer a warm welcome and a happy stay in their home. Licensed bar,dinner by arrangement.

Children welcome, pets by arrangement.

Welcome Walkers and Cyclist Scheme accredited.
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Close to Peddars Way National Trail, cycle storage.

2 Double and 1 Twin room.

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Watton - Manor Farm Cottages

4 Diamond VB Silver Award

Liz & Tom Rivett, Manor Farm, Hingham Road, Great Ellingham, Attleborough, Norfolk. NR17 1JE
Tel/Fax: 01953 453388
Email: rivett.and.son@farmline.com
Charming period farmhouse of great character, with exposed beams and Inglenook fireplace. Set in 3 acres of gardens and orchards. We have created a relaxed atmosphere for guests and pay great attention to detail.

Facilities: TV, children welcome, no pets, no smoking, car parking, fishing nearby, cycle storage and hire, tea/coffee making, clothes drying facilities.

Sleeps 5.
Watton - Moat Farm

4 Diamond VB

Margot Pickering, Moat Farm, Cressingham Road, Ashill, Nr. Watton, Norfolk. IP25 7BX
Tel: 01760 440357 Fax: 01760 441447

Modernised farmhouse on a working farm, adjoining Peddars Way National Trail. Comfortable, spacious rooms and log fires.

Facilities: TV, children welcome, cot & highchair, pets welcome, car parking, some smoking areas, transport to the Peddars Way National Trail, fishing nearby, tea/coffee making, dinner and packed lunch on request, cycle storage, hire and repair facilities, clothes drying.
 
Watton - White Hall

4 Star VB Gold Award

Shirley Carr, White Hall, Carbrooke, Thetford, Norfolk. IP25 6SG
Tel: 01953 885950 Mob: 07855 308492
Email: davidcarr@whitehall.uk.net

Peaceful Georgian farmhouse, surrounded by farmland. Unspoilt, tranquil area on the edge of The Brecks. Warm, relaxed atmosphere. Log fires in the winter. Delicious English breakfast using own and local produce.

Transport to Peddars Way National Trail, stabling, fishing nearby, cycle storage and hire arranged.

2 Double and 1 Twin room.
Watton- Home Farm

4 Star

Valerie Dove, Home Farm, Stow Bedon, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 1BZ

Tel:01953 483 592
Email: valerie.dove@virgin.net

Comprising 2 double en-suite rooms and 2 twin rooms with private bathroom.

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Watton- Sycamore House

4 Star

Jim Whittridge, Sycamore House, Little Cressingham, Thetford, Norfolk, IP25 6NE
Tel: 01953 881887 Email: j.wittridge@btinternet.com

West Norfolk country house set in the Brecks in a small tranquil village on the Peddars Way. Close to Norwich, Watton, Swaffham and Thetford. Our aim is your enjoyable, relaxed stay.

Sleeps 6
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