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The following rental companies all provide Heacham cottage properties for rent throughout the year. Their range also includes other forms of self catering accommodation such as lodges, apartments and bungalows. Visit the sites for information about deals and reductions such as late bargains and 2/4 person discounts.
Cottages 4 You -
7 Heacham holiday cottages and over 400 self catering holiday properties in the Norfolk area. Check their deals section for a range of special offers including 20% reductions, 2 or 4 person discounts and low deposits.
Holiday Rentals -
4 Heacham cottages and self catering accommodation from Holiday Rentals. They're all set in rural locations and include log cabins and a period manor house. A large number of user reviews have been added to their cottage properties with bookings starting at £250 p/w.
Hoseasons - A small collection of cottages in Heacham, all within a 5 mile radius of the town. Their weekly price range is between £280 and £1660 with some holiday cottages able to accommodate up to 10 people. Visit the site for the latest news about availability and pricing.
Cottages Direct - More Heacham self catering cottages and around 100 holiday properties in the Norfolk region. Many of their holiday cottages accommodate pets and some even allow for smokers. Late bargain deals are offered for a wide selection of cottages which is constantly updated.
Heacham
Heacham can be found on Norfolk's north-west coast. It became a popular seaside resort during Victorian times due to the introduction of railways. Its North and South Beaches attract holiday-makers but are still used by cocklers and fisherman who harvest the local waters.
Heacham has strong connections with Indian princess,
Pocahontas who married local gentlemen and explorer Sir John Rolfe of Heacham Hall - the village sign and a tablet in St Mary the Virgin Church memorialises her.
Other local attractions include The Queen's country residence,
Sandringham Estate and a collection of nature reserves at Holme and Snettisham. St Mary Church is the oldest building in Heacham and dates back to Norman times. Its bell is the oldest in East Anglia and can be traced back to the 1100s.
Lavender is a major industry around these parts of Norfolk with a number of fields around the time. They are picked during the summer months of July and early August and then stored nearby before being sold and exported all over the world.
There are a number of public houses found within the town with some playing host to beer festivals during holidays. There is also a good range of shops as well as a large market at nearby
Burnham. We've included a summary below of the some of the most popular visitor attractions, activities and places of interest in Heacham and the surrounding area..
Heacham visitor attractions
We've included further details about notable visitor attractions and tourist destinations in and around Heacham, including information about admission prices and opening times.
Outdoor Activities
Snettisham Nature Reserve is around 3 miles from Heacham. It's worth visiting during high-tides which cause significant activity from local bird species, as they seek haven on local shores - the reserve is open at all times and admission is free.
Snettisham Park is also well-suited to nature lovers and consists of a working farm and a selection of nature trails. Visitors are allowed to feed animals and tour the deer park on guided excursions - the park is open from 10am - 5pm daily.
Those looking to venture further afield may want to pay a visit to
Wells and Walshingham Light Railway which features the longest 10 1/4 gauge line in the world. The purpose built Garratt Locomotive runs regularly on the line and tickets are between £5 and £7.50.
Food and drink
The family-run Wheatsheaf Inn on Lynn Road offers traditional pub food served in a separate dining area. Other good pubs include the
Fox and Hounds, which is situated on Station Road. It's recently undergone refurbishment and includes live local acts, a large, vibrant menu and a selection of award-winning beers and ales; some of which are sourced from a local brewery.
The
High Street Restaurant is perhaps the most notable eatery in Heacham and specialises in British cuisine. It possesses a relaxing, laid back ambience and the staff are friendly. The weekly menu features two courses for £7.50.
History and Culture
Sandringham Estate includes a visitor centre which features a garden shop, a gift store and a restaurant. Various tours are run from the centre and take visitors through the gardens, woodland and open spaces of the estate. They last about 40 minutes and are relatively inexpensive at £1 for children and £4 adults.
Castle Rising is also close-by and is one of the most renowned castles in the United Kingdom. The
13th Century keep features extensive earth-works consisting of an inner bailey and central enclosure. It is open from 10am to 4pm during summer months with admission prices ranging between £2.50 and £4.
Supermarkets and shops
There's an Alliance Pharmacy on Station Road and a general store on the high street. The nearby Hunsntanton also includes a Tesco supermarket, a Budgens as well as a Sainsburys, should visitiors require a more extensive choice of items.
