Eastlife Spring 2021
This is our fourth issue during the pandemic. Fourth! I can’t quite believe it. Like many other businesses we have learned to adapt. I am no longer flustered when events are cancelled at the last moment before print, it has become the norm.
This is our fourth issue during the pandemic. Fourth! I can’t quite believe it. Like many other businesses we have learned to adapt. I am no longer flustered when events are cancelled at the last moment before print, it has become the norm.
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LIFESTYLE<br />
Norfolk<br />
Norfolk certainly isn’t short of open<br />
spaces; wind swept beaches, nature<br />
reserves and forest. There are endless<br />
spots to enjoy. However, the county’s<br />
stately homes are probably best visited<br />
in spring as the grounds dazzle with<br />
colourful flowers and fresh blooms.<br />
Blickling Estate is a breath-taking<br />
red-brick mansion. Ancient yew hedges<br />
sit at the heart of a magnificent garden<br />
and historic park in the beautiful Bure<br />
Meadows. During spring the grounds<br />
come alive with daffodils and seasonal<br />
flora. Don’t miss bluebell season at the<br />
end of April and throughout May. Feel<br />
like royalty and walk the grounds of the<br />
Sandringham Estate. It is the ideal place<br />
for a day out with lots to see and do, and<br />
seasonal events.<br />
If you fancy some fresh air and a gentle<br />
stroll, visit Fairhaven. The Garden is an<br />
eclectic mix of native and cultivated<br />
plantings with a network of dyke<br />
systems and a private broad. There are<br />
four miles of woodland pathways and<br />
boat trips to enjoy, which are great for<br />
spotting local wildlife.<br />
Hertfordshire<br />
Home to historic houses, beautiful<br />
gardens, farms and wildlife parks,<br />
and market towns, there’s something<br />
new to discover every weekend<br />
in Hertfordshire. Put your best foot<br />
forward with a walk in the grounds of<br />
Hatfield House. There are three walks<br />
with varying lengths that explore the<br />
parkland. Spend the day exploring<br />
Knebworth House complete with a<br />
maze and walled kitchen garden. Visit<br />
the House, where knowledgeable<br />
guides will tell you the stories of<br />
Knebworth’s long history.<br />
For a day of culture, experience Henry<br />
Moore’s iconic work against the<br />
backdrop of the beautiful Hertfordshire<br />
countryside with a visit to the artist’s<br />
former home, studios and sculpture<br />
gardens. Exhibitions change regularly<br />
throughout the year.<br />
A great family day out, Willows Activity<br />
Farm, features daily Peter Rabbit and<br />
Friends Shows, tractor rides, indoor and<br />
outdoor adventure play areas and lots of<br />
farmyard favourites. During springtime<br />
you can watch live sheep shearing.<br />
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