Orchard Caravan Park
15/03/2010
Orchard Caravan Park
Orchard Caravan Park which is situated in the stunning surroundings of Wells-next-the-sea has just taken delivery of a Wessex Coach House Lodge.
The park home sits perfectly amidst its settings ‘ideally next to a well’ its exterior finish blends into the natural countryside and provides spacious and contemporary holiday living.
Wells-next-the-sea is one of the most attractive towns on the Norfolk Coast. From the long sweeping beach bordered by pine woodland, along the gentle harbour with small fishing boats and children fishing for crabs. Past the shops on the quiet street with not a chain in sight, to the tree lined parks with its fine Georgian houses, quiet pubs and restaurants, Wells is an unspoiled seaside destination, waiting to be discovered.
A beautiful and historic seaside resort, Wells is a great location for an English countryside vacation. The area surrounding wells provides opportunities for sightseeing, water sports, bird watching, Country walks and plenty of family fun. This area of Natural beauty has lots to offer.
Wells has been a port for at least 700 years and was at its peak in the 19th Century, when the quay was built. There were 3 ship yards in Wells in that Century, and between 1801 and 1860, over 60 ships were built in the town. There were also many flourishing trades connected with ship building, including rope makers, sail makers and chandlers. Then the primary trade was the import of coal, timber and salt, and the export of corn, barley and malt for breweries. One of the main industries of the town at the time was malting.
One of the oldest sailing ships still afloat, moored at Wells harbour, is the beautiful Dutch sailing barge the ‘Albatross’ available for charter by corporate and private groups.
Fishing was for centuries a mainstay of Wells. A handful of fishing boats still go crabbing, shrimping and whelking, which again is an attraction in itself.
Wells town is a delightful network of narrow streets, old alleys and yards, and boasts some impressive Georgian and Victorian architecture. Some of the buildings are hundreds of years old, including former coaching inns and public houses.
Just off the quay you can catch the miniature steam train that takes you the mile or so down to the beach. The beautiful sandy beach, with its pine trees, sand dunes and colourful beach huts, stretches for miles towards Holkem and was famously featured in the film Shakespeare in Love. The wide flat beach is ideal for collecting a wide variety of shells. You can also spot oyster catchers and ringed plovers, which nest on the beach, along with some Common and little Terns.
With its salt marshes, sand dunes and pines, Wells attracts a rich variety of bird life through the year. Nestled between the famous bird reserves of Titchwell and Cley, it’s a haven for bird watchers.
Orchard Caravan Park is ideally situated within the heart of Wells, making this the perfect base to explore the many delights in the area. Holkem Hall one of Britain’s most majestic stately homes is a 5 minute drive away along the Coast road. Royal Sandringham is just over 20 miles away. Drive to Blakeney just 15 minutes away and take a boat trip to Blakeney point, famous for the Colony of common and grey seals you can see basking on the sandbanks.
Orchard Caravan Park, Wells-next-the-sea is hard to beat, with the surrounding attractions, the beach, the railway, family run amusement arcades, candy floss and crabbing. For a relaxing break there are scenic walks, antique fairs, bird watching and sight seeing. For the more energetic there’s boating, sailing, swimming, wind surfing and water skiing, what ever your taste this exciting destination has something for everyone.
The new owners of the Wessex Coach house ‘Chris and Susie Sproson’ are thrilled with their new home.-
“The quality of construction, finishing and design layout is superb. Our thanks go to all of the team at Wessex. It’s good to see that good old fashioned British quality workmanship still exists. We look forward to spending many years enjoying the home and magnificent North Norfolk Coastline”
For further details about the Coach house or any of our luxury holiday lodges visit our contact page or call our head office on 01258 860455
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