Why you should visit:
A visit to Norfolk offers a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of busy Britain. Around every corner you will find pretty villages and historic churches, miles and miles of unspoilt beaches, countryside and rivers teeming with wildlife and relaxed towns and a city with wonderful shops and tempting cafes. Brancaster's beautiful long sandy beach is a pleasant walk from Rosa Cottage.
Combine all of this with an exciting selection of things to do and a range of entertainment to suit all ages and you have Norfolk in a nutshell.
Bird watching -
Within a few miles of Brancaster are a number of world renowned bird reserves. The RSPB run Titchwell and Snettisham, English Nature run Scolt Head Island and Holkham and the NOA run Holme-next-the-Sea.
Brancaster Brewery -
We now have a brewery on the doorstep. The Jolly Sailors has just opened the Brancaster Brewery offering two excellent real ales. IPA (Indian Pale Ale) and Old Les (named after Lesley who was a village character)
Brancaster beach -
Miles of beautiful uncrowded soft sandy beaches shelving gently into clear blue sea
Cycling -
There are various bike hire companies locally. Of course you are welcome to bring your own bikes and the garage at Rosa Cottage is secure. Which ever you choose you can head off into the countryside and discover that Norfolk does have hills! The National Cycling Route No1 passes a few miles inland and Norfolk offers a wealth of small country lanes to investigate.
Dining -
There are numerous excellent restaurants all just a short drive from Rosa Cottage.
Golf -
The Royal West Norfolk Golf Course borders Brancaster Beach just one mile away from Rosa Cottage.
Shopping in Burnham Market -
Also known as 'Norfolk's loveliest village'
Burnham Market is just 4 miles from Rosa Cottage and offers over 40 quality independent shops where you will find a bakery, butchers, florists, fresh fish, delicatessen, clothing, shoes, books, antiques, garden and home accessorie
Hiking and walking - The coastal path passes the door of Rosa Cottage heading both East and West along the coast. If you are looking for something a little less strenuous then there are some lovely short walks from the cottage. If you head South from Rosa Cottage for just a few minutes up the hill you will get magnificent views of Brancaster Beach and beyond. The Beach is a pleasant short walk as is the footpath to Brancaster Staithe. The Norfolk Coastal bus runs regularly along the coast should you not wish to walk back.
Kiting and Windsurfing - Kite surfing and windsurfing are major sports on the Norfolk coast. Whether you are just being dragged along the sand by the kite (intentionally or by accident) or surfing and buggying. Kite surfing and kiting can be done most places, with Brancaster and Hunstanton beaches being very popular. Kite buggying is a little less popular with the authorities, but there are some excellent locations for it, like the West end of Brancaster beach.
Golf:
The well known Royal West Norfolk Golf Course is a short walk from Rosa Cottage.
Other Activities:
Kite Surfing
