The Tower
nr Aylsham , Norfolk
- August Bank Holiday Monday Aylsham agricultural show is also held on the park and the area will be busy all day/evening and possibly over the weekend before for preparation.
- In July, there are usually about four small open air concerts held on the park beside the lake, this will result in heavy traffic from about 6pm to 11pm. (Concerts will be promoted on the Blickling Hall website).
Details
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Exterior of The Tower
Interior sitting room of The Tower
Interior kitchen of The Tower
Interior double bedroom of The Tower
Interior double bedroom of The Tower
Interior twin bedroom of The Tower
Blickling Estate's magnificent 'Tower' has undergone a huge restoration project and today offers truly luxurious holiday accommodation. For someone looking for that extra special holiday or weekend steeped in history, then the Tower is the place for you! The stunning holiday accommodation previously used as the second Earl of Buckinghamshire's race stand, it offers breathtaking views across rolling fields and woodlands, stretching to the coast. With a beautiful, modern, comfortable interior - you won't want to leave!
The cottage's layout
- Ground floor
- kitchen, bathroom with shower over bath, steps up to sitting/dining room with multi-fuel stove. Spiral staircase leading to bedrooms.
- First floor
- one double bedroom (with 6\' bed which can also be a twin on request).
- Other floor
- Second floor: one double (5\' half tester bed) with en-suite shower room. Third floor: roof terrace with outdoor seating.
Visitor notes
Please be aware that the main staircase in this cottage is a spiral staircase. The gardens are fenced but not secure. We do not consider this cottage suitable for children under 6 years of age. Due to the fabric of this building we do not supply stairgates. The internal doors are fitted with overhead door closers. Farm vehicles sometimes use the drive for access to surrounding farmland. There is a footpath passing the boundary of the property. The cot in this cottage is a travel cot. Gas central heating included. Free access to Blickling Hall and Gardens during normal opening hours.
Cottage details
- Sleeps
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Let starts
- Thursday
- Min stay
- 3
- Dogs allowed
- No
- Cottage ref
- 010042
Energy Performance Certificate
Features
- Romantic
- Pub nearby
- Open Fire / Stove
- Unique
- Garden Appeal
Facilities
- Washing Machine
- Dishwasher
- Television
- Telephone
- Microwave
- Radio
- Freezer
- Double bed
- Cot
- Tumble Dryer
Nearby
Things to see and do nearby
- East Anglia
- The ancient kingdom of East Anglia has preserved much of its unspoilt character, rural landscape, architecture and traditions with attractions ranging from the University city of Cambridge and the Cathedral city of Ely, to glorious, often deserted, sandy beaches, lots of seaside fun, outdoor pursuits and the unspoilt waterways of The Broads. National Trust places in East Anglia are equally varied, ranging from the magnificent Blickling Hall in Norfolk, the impressive rotunda at Ickworth, near Bury St. Edmunds, the elegant Anglesey Abbey, to the dramatic coastline at Dunwich Heath, with its neighbouring RSPB sanctuary and the Anglo-Saxon royal burial site at Sutton Hoo.
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Attractions
- Norwich city
- Norfolk Broads
- North Norfolk coast
- Weekly markets and auctions
- Seal trips.
Activities
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Walking
- Bird watching
- Golf
- Nature Trails.
National Trust places to visit
- Blickling Estate
Magnificent Jacobean house with gardens and park
- Felbrigg Hall, Gardens and Estate
One of the most elegant country houses in East Anglia
- Sheringham Park
Spectacular landscape park and woodland garden with miles of footpaths and stunning coastal views
- Blakeney National Nature Reserve
An extensive area of saltmarsh, vegetated shingle, dunes and grazing marsh
- Horsey Windpump
Imposing five-storey drainage windpump
- Brancaster Estate
Extensive coastal area famous for wild birds
Visitor comments
Comments from past visitors
The Haywoods
- Devon
Thanks NT for a great week
A fantastically well thought out property with everything you need in easy reach. Wildlife treat on the first morning with the Barn Owl, two deer and a weasel/stoat playing by the front door. The walk around Blickling Hall lake was also wonderful with Egyptian Geese and Kingfishers in residence. Thanks NT for a great week
Mike & Suzanne
A special place
A special place to visit with glorious walks, spectacular views from the roof terrace and quality pubs within easy reach.
Clark family
Would highly recommend staying at the Tower
Arrived at 18.30-in pitch black-to be met by the barn owl ! Realised what a fantastic setting the Tower is in when we woke up next morning. Watched the barn owls hunting every morning. The Tower was spotlessly clean and had everything needed for a brilliant short break.We even bought food and ate in rather than leave our holiday home for pub dining.Good walks to Blickling Hall.We all had a marvellous time and would highly recommend staying at the Tower
Prices
What it will cost
The detail
Prices include:
- VAT at the current rate
- Linen, heating and electricity (except where shown in the cottage details)
Supplements
(not included in the price table above)
- A non-refundable £10 charge is not included, and will be added to the total price of your holiday to cover the cost of accidental breakages
- Unfortunately we cannot accept website bookings more than 15 months in advance. Please call 0844 800 2070 or email cottages@nationaltrust.org.uk to enquire about future cottage bookings and reservations.
- As part of the annual pricing review of all its cottages the National Trust reserves the right to move individual cottages up or down the price bands and to alter date breaks. We also reserve the right to charge supplements for certain cottages for specific dates covering special events, e.g. Rosetta Cottages on the Isle of Wight during Cowes week. We will notify you of any special event supplements at the time of booking.
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