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North Norfolk Coast,
the Broads & Steam
DAY 1
We travel by train to the coastal Norfolk village
of
West Runton
, from where we make the
short transfer to our hotel, the Links Country
Park Hotel, set in North Norfolk within 35 acres
of lightly wooded coastal parkland, which is
designated as an area of Outstanding Natural
Beauty. (D)
DAY 2
This morning we travel by train to
Sheringham
to join the
North Norfolk Railway
. We ride
the famed
Poppy Line
along the scenic coast
to Weybourne and through the heathland
to
Holt
in traditional carriages hauled by a
vintage steam locomotive on one of the
country’s most scenic heritage railway
lines. On arrival in Holt our coach transfers
us to
Sandringham
, the Queen’s Norfolk
countryside retreat, basking in acres of
stunning gardens and verdant parkland. After
our visit to Sandringham we return to our
hotel for dinner. (B,D)
DAY 3
Today is a free day to enjoy at leisure in West
Runton. Take in the natural beauty of
miles of
sandy beaches
, make the short train journey
DEPARTS
HOTEL
Thursday 28 April 2016
Thursday 16 June 2016
Thursday 15 September 2016
North Norfolk offers a wealth of nostalgia. From unspoilt beaches
to timeless villages, proudly preserved steam railways to majestic
broads. Enjoy an easier pace of life, whilst experiencing
the best of coast, broads and steam.
© North Norfolk Railway
© By gracious permission of H.M. The Queen
© NorfolkBroadsDirect
North Norfolk Steam Railway - The Poppy Line
Royal Sandringham
The Norfolk Broads
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
★
★
Relax in our North Norfolk hotel with
leisure facilities
★
★
Steam along the North Norfolk
Railway – the Poppy Line
★
★
Visit Royal Sandringham
★
★
Experience the Bittern Line through
rural Norfolk
★
★
Enjoy a second steam experience on
the picturesque Bure Valley Railway
★
★
Scenic boat cruise on the Norfolk
Broads
Fares
From
£435
5
DAYS
FARES
to the coastal resort of
Cromer
for a traditional
seaside atmosphere or alternatively visit
Norwich
by train, with its intriguing streets,
cobbled alleys, majestic Norman Cathedral
and the Art Nouveau arcade all inviting your
interest. (B,D)
DAY 4
Leaving West Runton by train, we travel
southwards along the ‘Bittern Line’, named
after a locally prominent bird species with a
distinctive booming call. The line has been
described as
‘one of the 50 most scenic
lines in the world’
due to its natural beauty.
At Hoveton & Wroxham we change onto
the heritage steam
Bure Valley Railway
for
an exciting journey through the picturesque
countryside, beside the meandering river to
Aylsham. After a break for lunch, we make
the return journey to Wroxham to join our
scenic boat cruise
on the
Norfolk Broads
to marvel at the variety of wildlife and the
unique Broadland scenery of windmills, reeds
and pastures. (B,D)
DAY 5
After breakfast it’s time to bid farewell to
North Norfolk and return by train to homeward
destinations. (B)
The Links Country Park Hotel
Situated in the heart of Norfolk village life
on the fringe of a fabulous golf course, the
Links Country Park Hotel, built in 1899, is an
unusual example of late Victorian architecture.
Leisure facilities include an indoor heated
swimming pool. West Runton station is a two
minute walk away, providing links to Cromer,
Sheringham and Norwich.
FARE REGION
FIRST STANDARD RC
London: Liverpool St. £520 £490 -£10
Greater London
£550 £510 -£10
South of England
£555 £515 -£10
East Anglia
£475 £460 -£5
South West
£655 £580 -£20
Heart of England £545 £500 -£10
Midlands
£550 £505 -£10
Yorkshire
£570 £510 -£10
North East
£625 £545 -£15
North West
£590 £535 -£15
South Wales
£635 £560 -£20
North Wales
£595 £540 -£15
Scotland
£685 £580 -£20
Join & Leave at Hotel
£435
JUNE, SEPT
Departure Supplement £30
Single Room Supplement
£100
4 nights’ bed, breakfast & Table d’Hôte evening meal
Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station
to Tour Base (Standard or First Class)
Rail & coach travel, with transfers as described
All excursions and admissions as detailed
Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager
Also included in your Tour Fare:
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★
Dinner every evening
★
★
Rail travel & seat reservations from
your Home Station to Tour Base
(Standard or First Class)
★
★
Services of experienced Railtrail Tour
Manager
★
★
Hotel Porterage
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