Photo : Norfolk Lavender
Photo : Princess Theatre
Hunstanton
Photo : Bircham Windmill
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The internationally renowned Norfolk Lavender is at the gateway
to Heacham with the lavender fields, shop and distillery, founded
in 1932. Norfolk Lavender Ltd, Caley Mill, Heacham, Norfolk,
PE31 7JE. Tel: 0870 243 0147. GARDENS, TEAROOM, SHOPS, PLANTS.
Caley Mill, the headquarters of Norfolk Lavender Ltd, was originally
a water mill for grinding corn, and now set in its garden of
lavender, roses and herbs, it has become a distinctive Norfolk
landmark. In the grounds, we also have a National Collection
of Lavenders. Each variety or species has its own bed. There
are over 100 different lavenders to see and smell. www.norfolk-lavender.co.uk.
About 2 miles south of Hunstanton.
Hunstanton Sea Life Sanctuary,
Southern Promenade, Hunstanton, Norfolk, PE36 5BH. Tel: 01485
533576. At the Hunstanton Sea Life Sanctuary in Norfolk you will
see Otters, Penguins and more than 30 permanent displays all
showcasing the rich diversity of life under the waves. We also
provide a safe haven for more than 30 sick, injured or orphaned
seal pups which are annually cared for at the Sanctuary. www.sealsanctuary.co.uk.
Location: In the centre of Hunstanton.
Princess Theatre, The Green, Hunstanton, Norfolk PE36 5AH. Contact:
Box Office. Tel: 01485 532252. Opened as The Capitol Cinema in
1932. Previously a hotel called Simpsons, it was rebuilt and
opened on the 22nd June 1932 with the film 'The Desert Song'.
www.princesstheatrehunstanton.co.uk. Location: In the centre
of Hunstanton.
Bircham Windmill, Great
Bircham, King's Lynn, Norfolk PE31 6SJ. Tel: 01485 578393. Today,
very few windmills are left, and Bircham Mill is considered one
of the best still remaining. Visitors can climb the five floors
up to the fan stage and, when possible, on windy days, visitors
can also see the sails and the milling machinery turning. www.birchamwindmill.co.uk.
About 7 miles south east of Hunstanton.
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