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Well if there was a day to make you feel alive then the 16:12:22 was it.
The wonder of Happy Valley never ends. Stepping inside a crisp winter wonderland of magic. The light, so playful. The frozen surfaces a reminder of the power of nature.
Winter never looked so good - If you fancy a stay in a private log cabin and star gaze in a hot tub then check availability here
Whether it was a single trip as a child or regular weekend getaways, chances are you've been camping at least once. But have you ever thought about or tried glamping? The opportunity to spend time in nature is frequently the most compelling reason to choose a glamping getaway. With so much technology in our lives, from smartphones to smart homes, many travellers are choosing to reconnect with nature and escape the chaos of modern-day life. Whether a totally new experience for everyone or a chance to rekindle those childhood memories with your loved ones, here are our top five reason’s to love glamping this August.
It’s The Best Of Both Worlds
Because glamping is derived from camping, it means that you get all the best parts - but way less stress and way more luxuries. At Happy Valley, we have real beds, home comforts, fire pits and hot tubs… all are set in the heart of 9 acres of woodland to explore. With fire pits for marshmallow toasting, barbecuing and storytelling around the fire in the evenings, you still get to grab the best parts of a fun camping trip, just with the added luxuries.
It’s An Affordable Family Break Away
It’s so easy to plan a last-minute glamping trip with your family, without the stress of flights, passports and all the extra added stress (and costs) that jetting abroad brings. Staycations offer you a viable alternative to travelling abroad with less travel time, reduced travel fees and often cheaper activities whilst you are there. In Norfolk this season, there is lots going on from carnivals and festivals to family attractions such as BeWilderwood, Sandringham Estate and exploring the Norfolk coastline.
Make New Memories & Traditions
Just like we all have birthday or Christmas traditions for example, why not start a glamping tradition with your kids this summer? It will be something that the whole family can enjoy, you can explore new areas and it will be something that they will remember for life. It’s also fabulous for a couple of families looking to get away and enjoy a new experience together, so you can all stay in the same place and share all of the fun.
A Natural Experience
There is no comparison between staying in a resort or hotel and experiencing nature in the wild. Being in the great outdoors provides us with a sense of freedom that other vacations do not provide. It can also make us truly appreciate the natural world we live in and make us think more consciously about how to be more sustainable when we get home. This is also a great learning curve for your children, implementing an eco-friendly mindset from an early age.
Recharge Everyone’s Batteries Before Autumn
Taking yourself off the grid is a great way to rejuvenate yourself before the school holidays end. Nature is good for your emotional, physical, and spiritual batteries. It offers a sense of calm and peace. In these moments, you become conscious and gain a new perspective on whatever is going on in your life. You’ll return home with a fresh headspace and feel revived from your trip away. As we love to say; disconnect to reconnect, and being in nature with your family is the perfect place to do so.
To book your last-minute getaway, click the ‘Glamping” tab at the top of our website. We also now have our books open for bookings from September - early January 2023.
Toad Hall - Only available for one 3 night stay this month Monday 29th August - Thursday 1st September
Explore the wildlife and the woodland at Happy Valley Norfolk
Our gorgeous Keepers Cabin nestled in the pine trees
Peaking through the pine at Toad Hall.
“We spent Christmas at Toad Hall and Oh my Goodness, what a treat. As soon as we walked in and saw it all dressed Christmassy we said it has the wow factor. That gable is absolutely stunning. Surrounded by fields and trees and only the sound of the owls at night. It was perfect. Toad Hall has everything you could need and everything is finished to a high spec. The beds are sooo comfy, especially the downstairs king. You can really tell the quality of the bedding and mattress - superb! The shower was amazing and it was so nice even having a view from the bathroom window while you washed in the morning. The hot tub is probably the best I’ve ever used. It was glorious. So relaxing. Katy was always on hand if we needed her, but luckily we didn’t have any problems or need to. As it was Christmas we were probably super lazy and just enjoyed being in the treehouse so we didn’t get to explore much, but it looks like there would be plenty to do and see locally.”
To book glamping getaway, head over to the glamping section on our website.
Our luxury glamping cabin Keepers Cabin.
“This place is 10 out of 10. It deserves every penny. Highly recommend you to visit. No phones, no internet, peaceful woodland, cosy cabin with wonderful log burner and great hot tub. I have not seen so many stars in years. It is out of the world sitting in a hot tub in a woodland and watching the stars. If you are after romantic place to spend time with your other half - this wood do it. It is luxurious place with everything you need and spotless clean. You will get the most of your money. We would definitely visit again.”
To book your unique glamping experience, head over to the glamping section of our website.
Many things call for change this season; our wardrobes, our outdoor activities and the dial on our heating. Our immune system also needs small changes in order to keep us healthy and in tune with the season, preparing our bodies ahead of winter next month. A simple way to help boost your immune system? Changing up your cooking routine. Dinner times can be made more enjoyable and boost our moods in the process of cooking as well as what we eat.
Since we will be absorbing less Vitamin D from natural sunlight, it’s important to make sure we keep our levels up. Fish, eggs and mushrooms are all high in Vitamin D. Beef and shellfish are a good source of vitamin B12, which is known to help with our nervous system, digestion and brain function. Vitamin B12 also helps with enhancing our moods, fighting off those winter blues. For a vegan option, there are many foods fortified with B12, such as tofu and soymilk (always be sure to check labels to get the best options.)
Garlic is a great antioxidant and anti-inflammatory
A Winter Nights Chilli - A Jamie Oliver Recipe
Fresh fruit and vegetables are bursting with vitamins
Herbs and spices are packed with natural immune boosters, so adding these to dishes is a very simple way to enhance your health. Green chillies are packed with vitamin C and are great in curries and spicy dishes. Garlic contains antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties and may help lessen the severity of cold and flu symptoms. Ginger and honey are also great for the same reason, so you could add it to your morning tea for a kickstart to the day. A little research into recipes and a dash of imagination is all it takes to make the best use of foods this Autumn.
Why not try a Winter Nights Chilli by Jamie Oliver? Packed full of great spices, tasty vegetables and tender meat. ‘The meat will fall apart and melt in your mouth. It’s moreish, spicy and with a clever contrasting salsa is a total joy.’ (Winter Nights Chilli - The Happy Foodie)
A New Year, a new start, a new wave of hope. Never has the countdown to end one era and begin another been so welcome or so needed. CS Lewis said, “There are far, far better things ahead than any we will leave behind” and boy, do we need to leave Covid behind in 2020.
For every goodbye, there’s a shiny hello into something new and we now have 365 fresh chances ahead of us. When we say goodbye to 2020, let us say goodbye to loneliness, to separation, to anxiety about the unknown and when we say hello to 2021, let us remember what a global pandemic has taught us about the importance of togetherness.
At Happy Valley, while the world sat still, we watched nature blossom and would love nothing more than to welcome you to the landscape that kept us safe and sane this year. Heated and insulated cabins, surrounded by the magic of whispering trees, there’s no better place to reflect and feel renewed than Happy Valley.
Choice of bespoke heated cabins -
Toad Hall Treehouse - (Private Hot Tub) – king bed, double bed + 2 kids sleeping options, ensuite wet room, fully functional kitchen, open plan living and balconies
Xmas Week 23-27/28th = £1495
*NYE 30th December - 3/4th Jan = £1495
Keeper’s Cabin - (Private Hot Tub) – fully functional kitchen, living space, log burner, 2 king beds, single bed, ensuite shower room.
*XMAS - 23rd - 27/28th December = £999
*NYE - 30th December - 3/4th Jan = £999
Woodpecker Tree Temple (Private Hot Tub) – king bed, built-in bunkbed, kitchenette, ensuite shower room and log burner
*XMAS - 23 – 27th/28th December - £750
*NYE - 30th – 3/4th January - £750
King Nutkin Shepherd Hut – Kitchenette, log burner, breakfast bar, king bed, heated shower room/toilet a short walk away. Outdoor bbq/firepit. Balcony.
18-21st December - £225
21st – 23rd December - £185
*XMAS - 23 – 27th/28th December - £395
*NYE - 30th – 3/4th January - £550
Denver Rest – real double bed, outdoor undercover kitchenette, bbq/firepit, heated toilet/shower room a short walk away
18 - 21st December - £175
21st – 23rd December - £135
*XMAS - 23 – 27th/28th December - £325
*NYE - 30th – 3/4th January - £449
With nine acres for socially distanced walks, hand sanitiser dotted around the trees and a certification as a Covid-secure venue, we want you to have fun and feel safe. As you start the first page of a brand-new story, let Happy Valley create an opening chapter you’ll always remember.
Here’s to the beginning of the end of Covid and the start of a happier, healthier future for us all.
Escape the everyday on your doorstep with a staycation at Happy Valley. A collection of bespoke heated cabins including a luxury treehouse with private hot tub. Residing in the heart of North West Norfolk close to Sandringham, Houghton and the North Norfolk Coast. Winter Availability online.
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We’ve watched the world from our window seat. Seasons have rolled in and out, like waves lapping against the shore. Time has played tricks on our mind, with long stretches of inactivity laid out before us and then a whirlwind of chaos flurrying in. With the uncertainty we all face, Happy Valley is hanging onto the hope of Christmas.
The warmth of hot chocolates and mulled wine by the fire, the enchantment of hearing sleigh bells jangle overhead and the sparkle of lights on in windows, brings this winter season to life. Looking out into the abyss of darkness, the vast landscape rolling out in front of the night sky – just when you think you’re all alone, you see a candle come on, a lantern light up and a fire glow in the distance.
At Happy Valley, we believe in community coming together, we believe in the hopes and dreams of others and we most definitely believe in the magic of Christmas.
Our Happy Valley elves have been busy preparing for the festivities and our cabins have been spruced up, ready to welcome you back this winter. Secret Santas have climbed up on their shelves, angels have taken position overhead, garlands have lovingly wrapped themselves around the beams and the baubles have bounced into position.
What better way to celebrate each other this year than to take a staycation in the beautiful county of Norfolk.
Our cabins:
Toad Hall – a sumptuous treehouse, sleeping four adults and two children. This comes with a private hot tub, wheelchair accessible ramp, wetroom ensuite, open plan kitchenette, wine cooler, and outside decking area.
Woodpecker – a magical bell temple, sleeping either four adults or two adults and two children. This is an open plan room with king sized bed, adult-sized bunk bed, log burner, dining area, DVD player and ensuite shower room.
Denver Rest – a shepherd hut amongst the trees, sleeping two adults. This cosy hut comes with an outdoor kitchenette, a fire pit, and a shower room a short walk away.
King Nutkin – a love nest for two, sleeping two adults. This comes with a log burner, indoor kitchenette with a shower room a short walk away.
Christmas Cabin - yet to be named, our latest log cabin is coming along a treat and will make for the perfect Christmas surprise. Sleeping four adults (with the potential of two children), it comes with an ensuite shower room, open plan kitchen and living room, two bedrooms, a wrap around porch and a private woodfired hot tub.
Our current availability: availability can change quickly as we have instant booking on other sites.
Toad Hall – Monday 7th – Wednesday 9th December, Wednesday 9th – Friday 11th December, Friday 11th – Monday 14th December, Monday 14th – Wednesday 16th December, Wednesday 16th December – Friday 18th December, Friday 18th December – Monday 21st December, Monday 21st December – Monday 27th December
Woodpecker – Friday 4th December – Monday 7th December, Monday 7th – Wednesday 9th December, Wednesday 9th – Friday 11th December, Friday 11th – Monday 14th December, Monday 14th – Wednesday 16th December, Wednesday 16th December – Friday 18th December, Friday 18th December – Monday 21st December, Monday 21st December – Monday 27th December
Denver Rest – Friday 4th December – Monday 7th December, Monday 7th – Wednesday 9th December, Wednesday 9th – Friday 11th December, Friday 11th – Monday 14th December, Monday 14th – Wednesday 16th December, Wednesday 16th December – Friday 18th December, Friday 18th December – Monday 21st December, Monday 21st December – Monday 27th December
King Nutkin – Friday 4th December – Monday 7th December, Monday 7th – Wednesday 9th December, Wednesday 9th – Friday 11th December, Friday 11th – Monday 14th December, Monday 14th – Wednesday 16th December, Wednesday 16th December – Friday 18th December, Friday 18th December – Monday 21st December, Monday 21st December – Monday 27th December
Christmas Cabin - Wednesday 9th – Friday 11th December, Friday 11th – Monday 14th December, Monday 14th – Wednesday 16th December, Wednesday 16th December – Friday 18th December, Friday 18th December – Monday 21st December, Monday 21st December – Monday 27th December
Our safety measurements:
We take your safety very seriously which is why:
· Each cabin is deep cleaned before and after your stay - no late check outs or early check ins allowed.
· Christmas decorations are cleaned with covid antibacterial spray
· Hand santisers throughout the venue and in all cabins, on the Hay Barn door and dotted around on some of the trees.
· Each guest is required to fill out our Covid health questionnaire prior to arrival.
· Guests are encouraged to regularly wash hands and are asked to wear masks when out and about in the local area
· We ask every guest to scan the QR code onto their NHS app
· There are nine acres to enable successful social distancing
· Happy Valley has been a super host on Air BnB for five consecutive years due to excellent cleanliness
What 2020 guests have said about us:
“Happy Valley have gone to great lengths to follow COVID guidelines and have done a fantastic job. If you want clean accommodation and easy social distancing in these current times, this is the place for you”
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Happy Valley believes in the magic of Christmas, do you?
With love,
Katy, Kirsty and the team at Happy Valley xx
To book our accommodation, please click here or contact hello@happyvalleynorfolk.co.uk
Festive Wood Fired Forest Hot Tub
We still have some Christmas availability to book your stay together at Happy Valley Norfolk… all dates now online. Set in 9 acres of undisturbed Winter Wonderland you’ll have an abundance of precious time to reconnect with yourselves, each other and nature!
The Woodpecker now comes with the luxury of an en-suite bathroom… perfect for a family of 4 looking to snuggle up together by the fire this Christmas with all of your home comforts taken care of. Woodpecker has a thoughtfully designed wooden kitchenette (fridge, hob, kettle, toaster, utensils, cafetiere… there are always marshmallows for winter warming hot chocolates and toasting by the fire!) dining table, wood burner, and king sized sleeping for adults with separate hand crafted child-friendly bunk beds. Outdoor BBQ and fire-pit, hammock, rope swing, woodland garden, outdoor bbq area. Feel free to give us a call if you'd like anymore info - 01485 600719 (9am - 6pm) or email us hello@happyvalleynorfolk.co.uk
https://www.happyvalleynorfolk.co.uk/woodpecker
Layer up this Christmas and take a stroll through the woodland to experience forest therapy as a family. The Japanese practice Forest Bathing as a healing and preventive health care. It's not hard to see why. Then you can literally bathe in the forest in the wood fired Hot Tub whilst enjoying a spot of star gazing!
Create your family Christmas at Happy Valley to experience uninterrupted woodland magic, comfort and joy!
“Well maintained, every detail carefully presented...a venue where the little things count...
Excellent facilities and nothing too much trouble.
A place you love spending time, rain or shine. Whatever the weather, Happy Valley is the cosiest, most welcoming home from home.” ~ Daisy Line
Hay Barn with twinkly lights and wood burner
Are you looking for somewhere cosy and comfortable for your family to stay this Christmas? Look no further than the pine tree canopy at Happy Valley Norfolk. Wake up on Christmas Day to the sound of bird song and crackling logs on the fire in your hand crafted woodland cabin.
Winter is the snuggest season of all at Happy Valley. We’re nestled away in the Norfolk countryside with an eclectic mix of the cosiest cabins, a wood fired hot tub for forest bathing and some of the most wonderful woodland walks.
Festive Woodland Walks
Wood Fired Hot Tub
We’re offering a Winter Woodland Exclusive Hire Deal for Christmas 2019. Spend a magical Christmas in the wilderness with your loved ones. Enjoying the peaceful luxury of the entire Norfolk Wildlife Trust Site to yourselves. Wrapping up warm in cosy layers taking walks through the woodland and celebrating all things festive fireside. Please call to take advantage of this Christmas Offer on 01485 600719.
For a little bit of luxury this Christmas Stay in Toad Hall our Luxury Tree House Lodge with under floor heating for that snuggle value, king size accommodation and its own private hot tub. Comfortably sleeps a family of 4-6!
We have gift vouchers available if you’d like to treat someone dear to a stay here in the heart of nature.
To book your cosy Christmas with us please contact one of our friendly forest elves:
Telephone: 01485 600719
Email: hello@happyvalleynorfolk.co.uk
Instagram: @happyvalleynorfolk
Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorfolkWeddingVenue/