Monthly Archives: December 2011

Michael Middleton’s Wild West Norfolk – December 2011

Yes, it’s that time of year when our thoughts turn to mince pies, paper hats, meeting up with relatives you haven’t seen for a while (12 months probably) and hordes of impoverished urchins turning up on the doorstep singing heart-rending … Continue reading

Turning local seascapes into stunning ceramics…

Taking her inspiration from the local landscape, Harleston-based ceramicist Kate Fisher reproduces the full drama and beauty of the coast in clay. Charlotte Thorneycroft talks to the artist about her work…

Out and About: Houghton, Harpley and Massingham

Houghton Hall (above) is a popular visitor attraction just off of the A148 north of Harpley. Built for Sir Robert Walpole, Britain’s first Prime Minister, the foundation stone was laid in 1722. Many well-known architects worked on the palatial property … Continue reading

In the kitchen with Teresa Kelly

It’s Christmas, so it’s time to love your sprouts…

Cafe Review – Tilly’s

Tilly’s could easily be hidden behind the line of parked cars if it wasn’t for the warm glow coming from the front window. Inside, this tea room is as small as the exterior suggests although bunting and teapots on the … Continue reading

Restaurant Review – Windmill Inn

In her culinary quest to enjoy a taste of everything west Norfolk has to offer, Ann Weaver visits the Windmill Inn at Necton and finds a winning restaurant with great food…

Cooks Corner with Melanie Done – December 2011

Don’t forget those Christmas kitchen essentials…

Enjoying a day at the races – from start to finish

Enjoying a day at the races – from start to finish

Recording the amazing plant life of King’s Lynn…

For the last five years, two local botanists have catalogued all the wild plants growing across King’s Lynn – from car parks to wasteland – and the results have now been published in a remarkable new book…

What do Pantomime stars think about Christmas?

With busy performing schedules throughout December and the New Year, spare a thought for the stars of this year’s pantomime at the Corn Exchange in King’s Lynn. Fortunately they do have Christmas Day off to relax as they like, so … Continue reading