New openings to bring boost to Norfolk seaside village this summer

A pair of exciting new openings are expected to bring a boost to a charming seaside village in Norfolk this summer.

Holme, near Hunstanton, boasts a vast sandy beach steeped in history and it was where the Bronze Age relic Seahenge was discovered in 1998.

It has since been removed, with half of the timbers and the central stump on display in Lynn Museum, but a second circle and ancient peat bogs remain there. 

Remains of an ancient timber circle still visible on the beach at Holme Picture: Chris Bishop (Image: Chris Bishop)

The Norfolk Wildlife Trust's Holme Dunes reserve is rich in wildlife and well worth a visit too.

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There are also new additions in the seaside village, with the Grade II-listed White Horse pub along Kirkgate now owned by the Anglian Country Inns (ACI) group.

It recently reopened following a major refurbishment that has reinstated many original features of the property.

The new menu at the White Horse in Holme focuses on local produce Picture: White Horse (Image: White Horse)

Outside, there is a spacious south-facing garden with a fire pit, a pétanque area and a children's playground.

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General manager Will Pryke and head chef Ian Daw have introduced new menus with a focus on local produce.

Customers can expect to feast on Brancaster oysters, Cromer crab crumpets, Tim Allen’s pork T-Bone chop, Sandringham Farm mutton chops and Billy Ward's lobsters with garlic and herb butter.

Elsewhere, a new pick-your-own sunflower field is launching just off Beach Road, which will be open from July 27 to August 18 2024 from 10am to 4pm.

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A pick-your-own sunflower field is opening in Holme Picture: Denise Bradley (Image: Newsquest)

Holme Beach Farm is from the team behind Ha Ha Farm in Strumpshaw, which also has a sunflower field, and there will be free entry.

Sunflowers will cost £2 per stem and there will be coffee vendors and crafts too, with dogs welcome on leads.

There is also a strong sense of community, with the Holme-next-the-Sea Open Gardens on Sunday, July 7 2024 from 11am to 5.30pm and admission is £5, with entry for children and parking free.

Refreshments will be served from 11am to 4.30pm in the village hall, where a free bus service will drop off and pick up visitors to go around the gardens.