Railtrail Annual Brochure 2016

North Norfolk Coast, the Broads & Steam

N E W T O U R

North Norfolk offers a wealth of nostalgia. From unspoilt beaches to timeless villages, proudly preserved steam railways to majestic broads. Enjoy an easier pace of life, whilst experiencing the best of coast, broads and steam.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

DAY 1 We travel by train to the coastal Norfolk village of West Runton , from where we make the short transfer to our hotel, the Links Country Park Hotel, set in North Norfolk within 35 acres of lightly wooded coastal parkland, which is designated as an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. (D) DAY 2 This morning we travel by train to Sheringham to join the North Norfolk Railway . We ride the famed Poppy Line along the scenic coast to Weybourne and through the heathland to Holt in traditional carriages hauled by a vintage steam locomotive on one of the country’s most scenic heritage railway lines. On arrival in Holt our coach transfers us to Sandringham , the Queen’s Norfolk countryside retreat, basking in acres of stunning gardens and verdant parkland. After our visit to Sandringham we return to our hotel for dinner. (B,D) DAY 3 Today is a free day to enjoy at leisure in West Runton. Take in the natural beauty of miles of sandy beaches , make the short train journey ★ ★ Dinner every evening ★ ★ Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class) ★ ★ Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager ★ ★ Hotel Porterage ★ ★ Relax in our North Norfolk hotel with leisure facilities ★ ★ Steam along the North Norfolk Railway – the Poppy Line ★ ★ Visit Royal Sandringham ★ ★ Experience the Bittern Line through rural Norfolk ★ ★ Enjoy a second steam experience on the picturesque Bure Valley Railway ★ ★ Scenic boat cruise on the Norfolk Broads Also included in your Tour Fare:

Fares From £435

North Norfolk Steam Railway - The Poppy Line

© North Norfolk Railway

5 DAYS

to the coastal resort of Cromer for a traditional seaside atmosphere or alternatively visit Norwich by train, with its intriguing streets, cobbled alleys, majestic Norman Cathedral and the Art Nouveau arcade all inviting your interest. (B,D) DAY 4 Leaving West Runton by train, we travel southwards along the ‘Bittern Line’, named after a locally prominent bird species with a distinctive booming call. The line has been described as ‘one of the 50 most scenic lines in the world’ due to its natural beauty. At Hoveton & Wroxham we change onto the heritage steam Bure Valley Railway for an exciting journey through the picturesque countryside, beside the meandering river to Aylsham. After a break for lunch, we make the return journey to Wroxham to join our scenic boat cruise on the Norfolk Broads to marvel at the variety of wildlife and the unique Broadland scenery of windmills, reeds and pastures. (B,D) DAY 5 After breakfast it’s time to bid farewell to North Norfolk and return by train to homeward destinations. (B)

DEPARTS

Thursday 28 April 2016 Thursday 16 June 2016 Thursday 15 September 2016

FARES

HOTEL The Links Country Park Hotel Situated in the heart of Norfolk village life on the fringe of a fabulous golf course, the Links Country Park Hotel, built in 1899, is an unusual example of late Victorian architecture. Leisure facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool. West Runton station is a two minute walk away, providing links to Cromer, Sheringham and Norwich. FARE REGION FIRST STANDARD RC London: Liverpool St. £520 £490 -£10 Greater London £550 £510 -£10 South of England £555 £515 -£10 East Anglia £475 £460 -£5 South West £655 £580 -£20 Heart of England £545 £500 -£10 Midlands £550 £505 -£10 Yorkshire £570 £510 -£10 North East £625 £545 -£15 North West £590 £535 -£15 South Wales £635 £560 -£20 North Wales £595 £540 -£15 Scotland £685 £580 -£20 Join & Leave at Hotel £435 JUNE, SEPT Departure Supplement £30 Single Room Supplement £100 4 nights’ bed, breakfast & Table d’Hôte evening meal Rail travel & seat reservations from your Home Station to Tour Base (Standard or First Class) Rail & coach travel, with transfers as described All excursions and admissions as detailed Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager

Royal Sandringham

The Norfolk Broads

© By gracious permission of H.M. The Queen

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