We are located on the outskirts of Norwich in a quiet, executive, residential area, and within walking distance of UEA, the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital, UEA Broad - a lovely lake - set in the countryside around the University, local playing fields and parks. - Ideal if you enjoy a country walk, or jog, before (or after) breakfast or a hard day's work at the office!We are 3.5 miles from the City Centre, served by a local bus service and Park and Ride, although more convenient for car owners.
Nearby Points of Interest
- UEA Sportspark (2 mi)
- An excellent sports and swimming facility.
- Theatre Royal (4 mi)
- Excellent Local Theatre
- Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts (2 mi)
- "... an inspirational public art museum....."
- Norwich Cathedral (4 mi)
- Simply magnificent!
- Norwich Castle (4 mi)
- Well worth a visit!
Nearby Activities
- Norfolk Records Office (4 mi)
- For those interested in tracing their famiily history
- The Norfolk Broads (13 mi)
- Sometimes known as ‘Britain’s Magical Waterland’, The Broads offer the mystic beauty of the rivers, with the fun and adventure that the whole family can enjoy, walking, cycling, boating and exploring Norfolk and Suffolk countryside and beautiful landscapes.
- Blickling Hall (National Trust) (17.6 mi)
- Magnificent Jacobean house dating back four centuries, with stunning gardens, and famed for the Long Gallery with its nationally important book collection, fine paintings & tapestries. Walk in the footsteps of our ancestors, make jam tarts in the kitchen, relax in the stunning garden or ramble through the parkland to find the hidden pyramid, and come back time and again to discover something new every time.
- Norfolk Snowsports (5.5 mi)
- A fantastic facility! - Norfolk Snowsports Club (previously Norfolk Ski Club), founded in 1972 and now one of the largest member run ski and snowboard clubs in the country. - The club
provides an extensive range of skiing and snowboarding lessons and sessions for all disciplines and ability levels, as well as open practice sessions for members to develop their skills. - Well worth a visit whilst you are here!
- Banham Zoo (21 mi)
- .....the ultimate fun filled day out for all the family and home to almost 1000 animals from around the world. - What more can be said! - A great day out for the whole family!
Local Events
- Royal Norfolk Show (6 mi)
- Scheduled for the 27th and 28th June 2012, the Royal Norfolk Show is the largest two-day agricultural show in the country. There’s more than enough to interest everyone; from the latest farm machinery, and livestock to sampling some of Norfolk’s finest produce. So whether you are visiting for business, education or just pure pleasure you can be sure of a great day out - and we look forward to seeing you there!
- The East Anglian Game & Country Fair (6 mi)
- Scheduled for the 28th and 29th April 2012, The East Anglian Game & Country Fair is an annual two day, family event held at the Norfolk Showground.Offering something for the whole family and with the opportunity to get involved and 'have a go' at a range of activities from Clay Shooting, Fly Fishing, and Archery to Mountain Boarding and a Treasure Trail, the Fair guarantees a great family day out in Norfolk!We look forward to seeing you there.
- Events & Activities in Norwich & across the County (1 mi)
- There are far too many events and activities to mention here, and this site for Norwich (http://www.visitnorwich.co.uk/things-to-do.aspx) or this site for Norfolk (http://www.visitnorfolk.co.uk/thedms.aspx?dms=12&groupid=1&nd=All&z=9&msg=Events+in+Norfolk) will give you a generally up to date overview of what's on. - But if you want any more advice, feel free to call and we will do our best to assist.
- Norfolk & Norwich Festival (4 mi)
- 11th - 26th May 2012 - can't wait!!!!! - Keep track of http://www.nnfestival.org.uk/ to find out who is coming!
Local Amenities
- Eaton Park (2 mi)
- Large, free, park and open space, tennis courts, basket ball, children's play area, par 3 golf course.............
- Norwich - East Anglia's Regional Shopping Centre! (3.5 mi)
- With a back drop of 32 medieval churches, 2 cathedrals and a Norman castle, shopping in Norwich is a unique experience. High street stores, designer brands, independent shops and quirky goods are all on offer in this city listed as one of the top 10 places to shop in the UK. Outside of London’s Oxford Street, Norwich is the only place in the UK to have 4 national department stores as well as a local independent department store, Jarrold, within its city centre. - Whatever your style, it's here!
- Whitlingham Outdoor Education Centre (5 mi)
- The Centre is located in Whitlingham Country Park which has over 280 acres of beautiful countryside - a perfect spot for walkers, cyclists, birdwatchers and family outings. The park has cycle paths, a picnic meadow, and a Visitors Centre with a great café, information point and toilet facilities. Whitlingham Outdoor Education Centre and Whitlingham Country Park make for a perfect day out for all the family and whether you want to get active or take it easy - the choice is yours!
- And within 1 mile radius..... (1 mi)
- The Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, UEA, UEA Broad (Lake), Norfolk Research Park, John Innes, Waitrose, 2 Pubs / Restaurants (one of which offers 10% discount to residents of Cringleford Guest House!), and some great walks around the lake.
A11 / A47 Junction
(1.5mi, 2.4km)
At A11 / A47 "Thickthorn" roundabout, take the A11 into Norwich. After about 1/4 mile, go straight over the next roundabout. After a further 1/4 mile, take the next slip road to Cringleford. Turn left at the top of the slip road into Colney Lane, & take the 5th turning on the right into Gurney Lane. (There is a small brick built Post box at the top of Gurney Lane which is less than 1/2 mile from the slip road).
No1 Gurney Lane is the 3rd house from the top of the road, after the bungalow.