One of the east coast of England’s most popular seaside resorts, Skegness in Lincolnshire was for many centuries just a small fishing village. The arrival of the railway in 1863, linking it to the thriving industrial towns of the English Midlands, transformed Skegness into a bustling holiday resort, attracting thousands of summer time visitors. The fine beach and bathing facilities meant that it continues to be popular right up to the present day. Fine weather is of course an advantage when visiting Skegness, as England’s east coast is notoriously unreliable when it comes to the climate, with wind and rain coming off the North Sea, on a fine day there can be few finer places to be. Even nature lovers can enjoy a trip to Skegness, as at the nearby Gibraltar Point, there is a bird observatory and nature reserve. Skegness Map.
October 26, 2010
Blakeney National Nature Reserve
Located on the north coast of Norfolk in England, the Blakeney National Nature Reserve, takes in the areas of Blakeney Point, Morston Marshes, Blakeney Marshes, Morston Quay, Stiffkey Marshes and Blakeney Freshes. It is a renowned area for birdlife, with many species of waders, seabirds and wildfowl taking refuge there. The sandbanks are also a favourite spot for numerous Grey and Common seals, which can be spotted basking there. The Blakeney National Nature Reserve is close to the villages of Blakeney, Wiveton, Cley-Next-the-Sea and Morston, it is open all year round and has some facilities for visitors.
Weybourne Norfolk
A small fishing village located on the north coast of Norfolk, United Kingdom, Weybourne has a population of just over 500, and is a pretty village surrounded by heaths woodland and agricultural land. Recorded in William the Conqueror’s Domesday Book, Weybourne was later the site of an Augustinian abbey, which stood until the dissolution of the monasteries in the 16th century.
Felbrigg Hall Norfolk
Situated about 3 miles inland from Cromer you will find the National Trust run Felbrigg Hall, a 17th century Jacobean House with some attractive gardens and a park. Former home of the Windham family, it passed to the Ketton-Cremer family in the early 20th century and finally to the National Trust. Inside the house look for the Gothic style library and the Georgian Drawing Room, outside you will find beautiful gardens, woodland and a lake. Felbrigg Hall house is open to the public from April to November, the gardens late February to early January, and the estate walks are open all year round.
Cromer Norfolk
Perhaps most famous for the quality of its edible crabs, caught by local fishermen for many centuries, Cromer, located on the north coast of Norfolk is also renowned for the bravery of its lifeboatmen, and one in particular, Henry Blogg, to whom a museum is dedicated. One of Norfolk’s most charming seaside resorts, Cromer attracts a good number of holidaymakers during the summer time, and has a good beach, a pier and plenty to do, even when the weather is not so good (which it often isn’t!). Worth a look in Cromer, is the parish church (St Peter and St Paul), the RNLI Henry Blogg Museum, Cromer Lighthouse and Cromer Pier, close by you will find several attractive villages such as Overstrand and East Runton, just a short drive away is the village of Felbrigg, where the National Trust run Felbrigg Hall can be visited, here you can enjoy the stunning house, walk around the beautiful gardens, or stroll around the park and estate, with woodlands and lake.
Perran Sands Holiday Park Perranporth
Lying in an area of great natural beauty on the north coast of Cornwall, the Perran Sands Holiday Park is situated in the village of Perranporth, beside over three miles of fabulous sandy beaches, sand dunes, and attractive Cornish coastline. An ideal spot for a family holiday, Perran Sands will also prove handy for walking enthusiasts, as there are miles of wonderful and spectacular walks in this outstandingly beautiful area, perfect when the weather is fine. Currently run by the Haven Holiday group, Perran Sands boasts a wealth of activities for both adults and children, with swimming pools (indoor and outdoor), children’s clubs etc, for the evenings, there is lots of entertainment, which again will appeal to both adults and children (even the toddlers). For a break from the park, you can take a 40 minute drive to the Eden Project, which is located close to the town of St Austell, and is one of Cornwall’s most famous tourist destinations, or you can simply head into the attractive village of Perranporth itself, where you will find several pubs, shops, and the usual facilities. Golfers can enjoy a round or two at the Perranporth Golf Club, an excellent links course, which is rated at par 72.