The Pines and The Poplars at Denmark House Ship sailing past Weybourne beach Blakeney, north Norfolk The Norfolk Broads Strumpshaw Fen Barn Owl, flying through the Reserve

Denmark House is situated right on the coast just to the north of the village of Weybourne within an area of outstanding natural beauty.

Two holiday units “The Pines” and “The Poplars” are available, both within the grounds of Denmark House. Most of the grounds comprise a nature reserve which is free for the use of guests but not open to the general public.

Birdwatchers and lovers of the countryside will enjoy staying within a private nature reserve adjoining the beach at Weybourne.

My husband, Martin,died suddenly and unexpectedly at the end of 2016. He spent much of his time on ‘the reserve’ keeping the paths open, attacking the ever increasing brambles and cutting down trees where they had become too invasive.

I have endeavoured since, with some help, to keep the reserve open for guests to walk around and to enjoy the wildlife it has to offer. Certainly the brambles are becoming more prevalent and the trees are getting taller but I have managed to trim the overhanging branches, mow the paths and maintain the water supply to the pond and scrapes.

Sadly no more ringing takes place but occasionally guests stay who set the moth traps (I still have four) and even bring their own. Martin and I spent a huge amount of our time creating the reserve and it will be difficult for me to leave so for the time being I intend to stay on, continue with the holiday lets and do battle with the brambles!!

Weybourne

Weybourne lies three miles to the west of the seaside town of Sheringham and a similar distance to the north of the Georgian town of Holt. The popular seaside resort of Cromer lies nine miles to the east. The famous bird reserve at Cley marshes is five miles to the west.

Weybourne Village StoresA shop which includes a delicatessen and facilities for coffee and snacks etc. is within walking distance from Denmark House. There is one public house “The Ship” which offers bar food as well as an extensive restaurant menu. The Maltings hotel is within the village with The Pheasant hotel lying a mile or so to the west in Kelling.

A few fishing boats are based at Weybourne beach mostly catching crabs and lobsters. The beach is a popular site for sea anglers and it is rare to see no fishing taking place from the beach whatever the time of year or time of day.

North Norfolk

North Norfolk is very much “off the beaten track” which is perhaps its greatest appeal. Sightseeing and walking in unspoilt countryside and on largely undeveloped beaches are the greatest attractions but for those looking for “the bright lights” Cromer, Sheringham and Wells next the Sea have plenty to offer.