B&B Net Ref No. STR001
17th Century Bed & Breakfast near Diss, on Norfolk and Suffolk borders
an ideal base for exploring both Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire

Only five miles from Riddlesworth Hall.
Short distance from Snetterton race circuit - "bunkhouse accommodation" for racers from £17 per night

ENGLISH TOURIST BOARD 4 CROWNS HIGHLY COMMENDED

The B&B is a 17th century, timber framed building with a wealth of exposed beams

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Location - near Snetterton, Diss and an ideal base for Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire

Situated in a quiet rural location between the villages of Fersfield and Kenninghall, and only a few minutes drive from the picturesque market town of Diss. Offering easy access to all major routes it is the ideal base for exploring both Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire. Snetterton racing circuit is only 5 miles away so the B&B is ideal for race fans and competitors alike. Although there is a railway station nearby, we would recommend that this unspoiled, rural part of East Anglia be visited by car. The B&B is also an ideal base for wedding parties and other large groups. They also offer "bunkhouse" style accommodation for racers from £17 per night. We can send you more details on this if you send an enquiry from the form above.

The Accommodation

The sumptuous four poster bedroom

The original 17th century home has been fully renovated with a newer single story courtyard wing offering what can only be described as top class accommodation. All rooms are individually and thoughtfully decorated and have their own themed character, from the French antique to the traditionally sumptuous four poster, each room offers a unique atmosphere.

The antique French bedroom

There are seven bedrooms in all and all have armchairs, full central heating and remote colour televisions, hospitality trays and full en-suite facilities with either baths or showers. The main building is non smoking.

Another unique bedroom

Ensuite bathroom with corner bath

Breakfast

The extensive breakfast menu is designed to satisfy most tastes and diets.

Normally starting with prepared fresh fruit (mango, melon, strawberry etc), then main course, the usual includes free-range eggs and local kippers. Local organic apple juice and any other juices are always offered. The flexibility to comply with reasonable requests is assured.

A reputation is being established for local evening meals, and the B&B is licensed to serve alcohol. A lot of the vegetables and herbs used in the meals are grown at this B&B.

Tariff - Per room per night:

Double Bed with Ensuite Shower from £52
4 Poster Bed with Ensuite Bath from £64
17th Century 4 Poster with ensuite Bath from £76
Executive Twin with Ensuit Bath from £66
Executive Room with Ensuite Bath from £70
Single with Ensuite Shower from £30
Childs additional bed (sharing parent's room and under 13) £11

For children using a cot, accommodation is free


Minimum stay 2 nights if a Saturday is booked - Pets welcome - The B&B is open all year

There is ample private parking. Pets are most welcome (for a charge of £2 per night), and can be exercised on the nearby disused airfield.

Local Attractions

This peaceful pocket of rural tranquility offers beautiful countryside, picturesque villages and access to diverse coastal features, it is an area rich in history. This is the area that Boadicea , the warrior-queen, raised her army to revolt against the Roman occupation, where centuries of toil have created the lakes, canals and dykes that make up the broads and fenland, and where to this day the ancient art of reed cutting for traditional thatch roofing continues. From castles to mighty cathedrals, to country houses and gardens including the world renowned Bessingham Gardens and steam museum, which is only five minutes away, this area is well worth taking the time to discover.

Suggestions for local Visits and Attractions

There is a wealth of places of interest to visit locally. This list is continually updated and based on experience and guests recommendations. Guided tours in an appropriate vehicle can normally be organised with sufficient notice.

Gardens and Nurseries
Bressingham Gardens and Nursery planted and made famous by Allan and Adrian Bloom.
The Exotic Grass Centre at South Lopham.
The Bamboo Centre at Kenninghall.
Peter Beals Rose Centre at Attleborough.
Woottens of Wenhaston nursery
Mickfield Water Garden Centre
East Harling Vineyards.
Kings House Garden, Thetford
Abbey Gardens Bury St. Edmunds.
The Cane Warehouse, East Harling

Museums, Libraries and Working Establishments
Bressingham Steam Museum
The Forum in Norwich. The new Norwich library housing the
Billingford Windmill, the oldest working windmill in England
Air Defence radar museum , RAF Neatishead
The Suffolk Pottery at North Lopham
Wymondham Railway station and Abbey
Norwich Castle
Flixton Aircraft Museum
Stonham Magna teapots
Mid Suffolk Light Railway Museum, Wetheringsett
Ancient House Museum, Thetford

Walks, Nature Reserves and Zoos
Redgrave and Lopham Fen
Minsmere Nature Reserve
Knettishall Heath
Banham Zoo
The Norfolk Broads
Norfolk Lavender at Heacham
British Birds of Prey Stonham Aspel
The Otter Trust, Earsham
Swallow Aquatics, East Harling

The Coast
Southwold, featured in Iris with Dame Judith Dentch
Aldeburgh, famous for the Benjamin Britain music festival
Comer
Wells
Holland Beach used for the 'Shakespeare in Love' sets

Houses and National Trust Properties
Sanding, to see the Queen! and the sets from 'All the Kings Men'
Linden House Eye
Wing field College

Local Hostelries with lunch and evening meal menus
Pressing Chequers guaranteed a warm welcome and home cooked food.
Kenninghall Red Lion, intimate with a selection of local ales. Dog friendly.
South Lopham White Horse

Local towns and villages
Diss - a market town famous for its Mere, charity shops and auction house
Bury St Edmunds
Woodbridge
Beccles on the Broads

Fishing and other activities
There are a wealth of rivers, pits and ponds, as seen on John Wilson's programme 'Gone Fishing'. A fishing guide is available.
Snetterton motor racing circuit is only four miles away
Kool Kidz, Attleborough. Childrens indoor activity centre
Eco Tech, Swaffham


We strongly recommend a visit to the Tourist information in Diss just five minutes away, as there is such a lot to do and see in this part of Norfolk and Suffolk

The owners are pet friendly and have two outside kennels for guest's dogs for use during the day. Normally the guest's dogs stay in the room at night.

This home has been listed with B&B NET since January 1999




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