Happy Valley's Late Night Christmas Market & Music Event - 05/12/24

We’re buzzing that it’s almost time for the infamous Christmas Market, Music and Feasting at Happy Valley Norfolk!

Spreading the love for everything Norfolk we welcome so many local traders, a choice of delicious food, a bespoke Christmas bar menu with some scrumptious festive cocktails/mocktails from the Cattle Yard Bar and live music from The Foreign Locals we can’t wait to open our doors to you all from 5pm on Thursday the 5th of December!

Spread the word and come along. For just £2 per adult, £1 per child and FREE PARKING!

Check out our confirmed traders below…

Angela Humphrey Designs selling enamelled solid silver and copper jewellery, enamelled copper decorative panes, art & copper decorations. All designed and handmade in her studio in Blofield, Norfolk. Inspired by Norfolk Seascapes and Countryside.

Angela Humphrey Designs

Hazel’s Gift Shack will be attending, selling doorstops, notebooks, wooden tableware, wooden model kits and christmas gifts and decorations. A variety of wares for gifting and home decor!

We welcome back the gorgeous Sara Swanson trading as Argentum Design who will be selling dopamine jewellery and homewares which are all lovingly handmade.

Sara started her business 16 years ago and was a traditional silver and gold jeweller. She studied fine art and ceramics at university and colour and pattern design was always a big part of Sara’s work. After a few years Sara wasn't enjoying metal as much as she once did. Sara has always felt that if you don't love what you do it shows in your work so she went back to a medium she discovered when she was a teenager, polymer clay! Immediately she was able to produce bright, wild patterns which could be made in any colour! Sara mixes her own colours and designs all of her own patterns, everything customers buy is entirely handmade.

Argentum Design

Sally Green trading as Ophelia Jewellery selling sterling silver and gold filled jewellery, focused mainly around birthstone crystals.

Based in Norfolk, Ophelia Jewellery is a business led by Sally who oversees every aspect of its operation. As the designer, maker, creator, gift wrapper, packer, and the heart and soul behind the business, Sally is passionate about delivering exceptional products and services.

Her journey began in 2018 as Sweethearts & Darling, when she was working as a primary school teacher. During this time, she started making wish bracelets which she enjoyed designing, packaging, and shipping to customers across the globe. Today, as Ophelia Jewellery, Sally has rebranded her business and continues to inspire creativity and excellence in every piece she creates.

Emma Overland trading as Well Creek UK selling handmade jewellery and gifts. Including Sterling Silver, Seaglass and Opal Jewellery. Handmade gifts such as sports-themed bottle openers. Handmade Christmas decorations. Personalised and engraved gifts and family-oriented picture frames. You will be sure to find Christmas goodies for all of your loved ones on Emma’s stall!

Well Creek UK

Emma Gould trading as Nu Jewellery by Emma selling jewellery with gemstones and crystals. Emma’s Mum will also be selling wares including handmade bows and 3D printed dragons and dinosaurs.

Heather & Bear who’s shop floor is just down the road from Happy Valley will be bringing beautiful candles, cards, jewellery, Christmas tree ornaments, soaps and hand creams. Every item has been handpicked with love & attention to detail!

Heather & Bear

Rachel Bush trading as Nanny Raras selling wooden model kits and printed mugs.

All the Discos selling 80's and 90's style fashion & accessories! Disco party capes, jewellery and Christmas hats. All items are handmade from start to finish. Steph (founder) carefully chooses the best possible materials, with an emphasis on ensuring they will last as long as possible. This is for several reasons. One thing is that she hates waste! So much fabric can end up in landfills due to certain shapes taking up more space when cutting than others. Steph has designed her items to reduce that waste as much as she can and where this is not possible she will find another use for the leftover materials!

All The Discos

Amanda Painter trading as M&M Sweet Treats selling sweet baked goods. Including cookie pies, stacks, brownies, blondies, rocky roads and lots more yummy treats! M&M sweets treats is a family-run business established in early 2022. Mandy is the company owner and head baker with Maddy as part-time baker & sales assistant, Roy picks up a large range of duties, including driving to events, setting up display stands and helping with sales. In the short time they have been trading, they have progressed from selling at car boot sales to large events such as the Aylsham Show and Henham Steam Rally and now Happy Valley Norfolk! M&M Sweet Treats are dedicated to bringing a delicious sweet treat into everyone’s lives…which is something we can get behind!

The Magic Door Store selling fairy & elf doors.

The Magic Door Store

Leanne South trading as K9 Kakes selling homemade dog treats, natural dog treats, dog gifts, candles, wax melts, hoodies and t-shirts! In the words of Leanne, “I love baking and more importantly, dogs! I thought to myself “Why not mash the two together?” Well, we’re pleased that you have Leanne and I am sure there will be lots of wagging tails of the doggos from your customers attending Happy Valley on the 5th of December.

Quirky Norfolk Bakes selling delicious brownies, blondies, traybakes, Christmas cakes, cookies AND so much more!

Quirky Norfolk Bakes

FenSpirits selling spirits and liquor. They are a small distillery which produces a lot of products! They ferment and distil all their products from scratch, using only real natural ingredients.

Outrageous Vintage selling vintage clothing & accessories. Based in Downham Market in Norfolk. Outrageous Vintage showcases creatrix, vintage attire, oddities/obscure art and the Classics with a twist.

Outrageous Vintage

We welcome back Lauren Gilding trading as Moon Beams Norfolk selling gemstones, tote bags, t-shirts, hoodies and jewellery! Moon Beams is a small business in Norfolk. Lauren started her business three years ago after a positive personal experience with using crystals for her mental health. She decided she wanted to help others and bring them peace, hope and happiness.

Super excited to welcome Mimi Elizabeth Fashion who will be selling handmade original-design cardigan shawls called SnuggiMEs, all made from mohair, cotton and sherpa fleece. The perfect way to stay warm in these chillier months!

Mimi Elizabeth Fashion

Excited to welcome Jayde Designs selling handmade fabric bags, bag accessories and handmade collectors bears.

Returning to Happy Valley is the fabulous Steve-Gore Rowe selling artisan wooden bowls, spoons and cookware. Working from a small workshop studio in the Norfolk countryside, Steve draws on his experiences as a graphic designer, conservationist and woodworker to follow a passion for applying creative skills in a hands-on environment creating artisan bowls, woodware and small furniture. Creating one-off pieces from locally sourced hardwoods or salvaged wood, Steve invests time and thought in making contemporary handcrafted products using modern and traditional skills.

Steve Gore-Rowe

Sarah Wilson trading as The Little Melt Boutique selling hand-poured wax melts and burners. The perfect gift for a loved one or a reminder to relax during this festive period. The Little Melt Boutique was born in October 2020, during lockdown. 2 years prior to starting the business, Sarah suddenly lost her vision and was diagnosed with a tumour, after successful surgery, 25% of her vision was restored - this meant the end of her hands-on role at the business she started with her husband. The following year Sarah underwent a summer of Radiotherapy, which was very draining but successful.
Covid came along and rocked everybody's world, however, it provided Sarah with an opportunity to start a new little business, initially as a hobby, making wax melts for herself and to gift to friends and family. Sarah then extended the range to eBay and Etsy. Today, The Little Melt Boutique has over 100 different scents and have added Shower & Bath Products to its inventory.

Rose Garden Flowers selling Christmas door wreaths, tree decorations and gifts.

Rose Garden Flowers

Suzanne Smolen ITE selling travel experiences! As an Independent Travel Expert she will be selling and discussing all things travel and showcasing Disney Trips, half-term deals, summer holidays and SO much more!


Rebecca Sheldrake trading as AKS Designs selling macrame products including plant hangers, wall hangings, a wedding arch, keyrings and Christmas ornaments. Anything macrame!

AKS Designs UK

Fade to Grey selling hand-painted wooden humorous signs, hand-crafted metal signs, coasters & greetings cards.

Nevanthi Organics selling aromatherapy candles, room sprays and diffusers. These are all scented with Nevanthi Organics own unique blend of essential oils. Nevanthi Organics will also be selling hand-dyed blankets, which have been dyed with botanicals using traditional methods and dyes that have either been foraged or grown in the garden.

When starting her business Nicola (founder) began with RESEARCH, and lots of it! She knew that she needed to create something special that not only meant something to her and catered to her hunger for creation, but also sang to her heart and personal beliefs and ethos. Nicola spent years studying the intricacy of aromatherapy, observing nature, the world outside and the world within.

When she finally began to create her products, she painstakingly, through trial and error developed her own unique blend of scents, applying them to the range. Nicola wanted everything to be exactly as she had envisioned, making sure to ethically source every piece of ingredient and material used. Throughout her journey, Nicola has never stopped learning, creating and enjoying her craft. Every step of the way has been its own little challenge, but each new thing she learns is something else she can offer the world, be it a simple candle made with ethically sourced pure essential oils or a new blend of scent for room sprays or diffusers that aren’t full of nasty chemicals.

Nevanthi Organics

Clare Manning trading as Flutter by Pantry selling delightful homeware and delicious jams!

Becky’s Tropic Skincare selling skincare, beauty and makeup products and gift collections. Tropic is the UK’s fastest growing skincare brand and all products are freshly made right here in the UK. Cosmo organic, vegan and refillable products along with a happiness guarantee, which provides customers with 90 days to refund their products if not satisfied during the festive period. Becky will also be providing free mini hand scrubs and hand massages on her stall!

Becky’s Tropic Skincare

Kate trading as Healing Tides is a local holistic therapist and is offering 30 minute treatments of Crystal and Reiki Therapy and Reflexology. Kate has been working with crystals and energy for over 10 years. She is passionate about promoting health and well-being through a holistic approach.

The Coastal Coffee Van selling specialty coffee, hot chocolates and tea/herbal teas. Flavoured syrups, whipped cream/vegan whipped cream and marshmallows to go with drinks will also be available as extras! All drinks are available with gluten-free and vegan options too! Christmas specials will also be available, including Toffee Nut Latte, Ginger Bread Latte and Irish cream hot chocolates!

The Coastal Coffee Van

H G Catering selling churros with a delightful selection of warm sauces!

Moco Kitchen selling bao buns and gyoza! Using Norfolk sourced Pork, Brisket and plenty of veggie and vegan options. In the words of Chef Tom, "for me it’s about people coming together, enjoying each other’s company and talking about the food they’ve just eaten. It’s no longer a job for me, it’s a lifestyle." Moco Kitchen are also adding a Christmas twist to its menu for this event!

Moco Kitchen

S&K Tasty Treats selling four different types of German sausages served HOT in a French baguette. We all know German sausage screams Christmas Market and we are thrilled to have S&K Tasty Treats attending!

The Bucket List selling stack’s chip buckets including a special jingle bucket which includes; pigs out of blankets, cranberry, cheese fondue, crispy onions and aioli! YUM!!

The Bucket List started back in 2017, part-time on Overstrand Beach, with Head Chef Nathan Boon of a nearby hotel always wanting to start his own business. Nathan felt like this was the gap in the market he had been waiting for with the idea being inspired from long days in the kitchen and combining any of the fresh sauces or recipes that had been created, with the ever-versatile chip to feed himself and the kitchen team.

The Bucket List

Jo Dawson trading as The Flavour Bakehouse selling THE CURLY CONE, with a choice of Cinnamon or Vanilla Sugar Coating filled with a choice of warm apple, warm cherries or chocolate brownies! Topped with custard, ice cream or whipped fresh double cream! The Flavour Bakehouse are also bringing a special Christmas cone to Happy Valley on the 5th of December: mincemeat, brandy sauce and whipped fresh double cream!! Now THAT tastes like Christmas!

Remember, Thursday the 5th of December from 5pm. Shop local, support local and, feast on Norfolk produce & enjoy a Christmas cocktail/mocktail at this gorgeous festive event. Bring your friends and family to what has historically been the most beautiful evening of community, supporting everything Norfolk.

Cosy up by the fire, shop for all your Christmas needs, dance like nobody is watching to The Foreign Locals & feast on some festive favourites!


















4 Benefits Nature Has On Children & Their Development

Most parents would likely agree that they want their kids to be well-rounded and compassionate people, as they grow into their own. Children’s physical health, as well as their emotional and intellectual health, can be improved by encouraging them to spend more time outside amongst nature. A new environment, unfamiliar sights, sounds and a sense of adventure, all help to open a child's spirit and mind.

1) Confidence Building

Spending time in the outdoors can build their confidence. There are fewer limits than most types of indoor play and they can choose how they interact with the world around them. This gives them practice in managing their own actions and encourages creativity and imagination. In turn, this will also give them a boost of confidence when interacting with other children.

2) Appreciation Towards Our Environment

As they develop a connection to nature, they will become more conscious of the need to protect our planet.  Even at home, you may start this by encouraging them to garden, etc. Teach kids how to take care of plants while also discussing the importance of nature to human life and the necessity to protect the environment. An excellent habit that they will keep throughout their life is teaching them how to safeguard our planet while they are small.

3) Improved Overall Health

Everyone benefits from exposure to sunlight and fresh air, which has soothing effects as well as immune system-boosting effects. By giving them enjoyable activities like cycling, swimming in the sea, and woodland walks, you can stimulate your child's imagination. Fun activities will encourage them to want to be outdoors more and explore the world around them, building their muscles and mindset as they go.

4) Memorable Days Out

The back garden is a great place to start although taking them on trips can be more memorable and expand your child’s mind even further. This could also be a great opportunity for them to meet other children and help build their social skills. Norfolk is full of free things to do, with its abundance of coastline to explore, tons of woodland and fantastic nature reserves. These make for great days out for the full family to enjoy, bond with each other and also as adults, bring out our very own inner child.

Glamping at Happy Valley provides your child and your family with an array of options to enjoy a taste of outdoor living, from our gorgeous bell tents to our luxury cabins that include hot tubs to relax in after a day of adventures. All of our cabins and bell tents also come with fire pit barbeques, so you can even show your kids how to cook tasty treats over the fire. While you stay, there are so many great places to visit, only a short drive from us. Sandringham Estate, Norfolk’s coastline and BeWILDerwood which is a huge, award-winning forest of family fun and outdoor adventure, are all favourites which our guests have loved to visit.

We have limited availability this summer, so to book your stay, head over to the “Glamping” tab.

Autumn will also be upon us soon and our retreat is as equally wonderful at this time of year too and a great time for adults to escape after social season and the school holidays. If you are interested in staying with us later this year, pop to the homepage and enter your email address, so we can send you our availability when it opens. Alternatively, if there is a specific date you’d like to book, send us an email over to glamping@happyvalleynorfolk.com

A new environment, unfamiliar sights, sounds and a sense of adventure, all help to open a child's spirit and mind.

Build great memories with them on fun nature based days out, like BeWILDerwood.

Let them explore and bond with nature at Happy Valley Norfolk. With our range of bell tents and cabins, there is something for everyone.

A Lovely Review For Our Woodpecker Tree Temple

“A beautiful place to stay. So cosy and relaxing. We had lashing rain when we arrived and then bright sun the day after, and The Woodpecker was a lovely place to stay for both. If the weather is rubbish then cosy up with a book and get the wood burner going, and if you get sun then head out on one of the local walks or heat up the hot tub and enjoy the beautiful view. Thank you for a lovely couple of days. We loved staying in The Woodpecker and hope to come back again.”

A huge thank you to Nicola for staying with us and leaving us such a lovely review! Woodpecker is a great cabin for a family of four looking for a woodland escape or even a couple wanting a luxury glamping experience. With a wood fired hot tub to soak the day away in and a sumptuous kingsize bed, you can leave Happy Valley feeling relaxed and refreshed.

Enjoy relaxing in the heart of nature in the wood fired hot tub. To view our other cabins with hot tubs included, click the glamping tab at the top of the page.

The Woodpecker Tree Temple in all it’s woodland glory.

Bring your walking boots and reap the benefits of all the great local area to explore. Picture here is our Willow Island, a renowned wedding ceremony spot.

To book your stay in The Woodpecker Tree Temple or to view what else we have to offer, head over to the glamping section of our website.

What's On In Norfolk This Easter

For the first time in a few years, we can finally have a restriction-free Easter break! We are so looking forward to welcoming our guests this Spring to our woodland retreat, for a well-needed staycation.

Sunnier days have arrived and Norfolk is fantastic for adventures. Sandringham is just a short drive away with plenty of woodland to explore and The Sandringham Estate to soak up some history and grab a tasty treat from The Courtyard. You don’t even need to leave Happy Valley Norfolk, our retreat joins 200 acres of woodland of Congham Heath. Enjoy some blissful relaxation in the hot tub under the stars at night, after a day of trekking in the wild.

The county is bursting with things to do and events this season, right on our doorstep. Join The Pesky Bunnies Easter Eggs-pedition at Bewilderwood (2nd-19th April) where your little ones will enjoy meeting the Easter bunny on the Storytelling Stage, face painting and hunting for eggs on the Puzzling Park Trail.

For a taste of Medieval Britain, the Vikings return to Sheringham on Saturday 9th April for The Viking Festival and Parade. With battles on the beach, Viking cooking and axe throwing, this will make a great family day out.

Moving into May, we will see many returning events such The Crab and Lobster Festival, bringing together Cromer & Sheringham to celebrate the world-famous seafood they produce. Across two days there will be a host of great things to participate in, including heritage demonstrations and street markets packed with local produce. Live music will be performed day and night, fantastic street performers, seafaring crafts and children’s activities.

We have some fantastic glamping cabins available this Easter Half Term, just waiting for you to complete them! Our “Tawny Hut” will also be reopening alongside its sistering Shepard’s hut “Denver Rest”, a great duo for a family of four, looking for an escape into nature. To see our full list of cabins and our availability, head over to the glamping section of this website.

To view the array of events on in Norfolk this Easter, we highly recommend visiting https://www.visitnorfolk.co.uk/whats-on

For a taste of Medieval Britain, the Vikings return to Sheringham on Saturday 9th April for The Viking Festival and Parade.

Enjoy a coastal family day out at The Crab and Lobster Festival

5 Ways To Welcome Spring Into Your Home

Finally, we are in March which means one thing - first day of Spring is this month! We are on the cusp of nature being reborn, with all its glorious blooms and greenery. The sunshine is that little bit warmer, the days get longer and we get to do all those things we have waited so long for. Spring makes us feel inspired and invigorated, so there is no wonder that we all feel so excited. Now is a great time to put those feelings into action and get our homes ready to welcome in the season.

1.) Have a big spring clean

Make room for all that’s new and have a good old traditional spring clean, to get us motivated and organised. Cleaning doesn’t need to be boring at all, open those windows for some fresh air and put on your favourite playlist. You can make a checklist, get the family involved in a friendly competition and even set rewards for the evening when it’s all done.

2.) Freshen up your style

Whether home or wardrobe, the wait is over for re-introducing those gorgeous floral prints and brighter colours. We are seeing the very fashionable olive green this winter being replaced with lime greens already, from the catwalk to home decor. Spiritually, this colour signifies creativity and luck, making it a great colour for this spring.

3.) Bring on the botanics

Speaking of green hues, it’s possibly the best time of the year for gardening. Now is a good time to get your shrubs pruned and the garden cleaned, ready for planting for when Spring officially arrives. If you are looking to bring Mother Nature indoors, peace lilies and orchids are both beautiful, low maintenance additions, that will bring to your home.

4.) Switch up the scents

Those wondrous musky toned candles were perfect for the winter months, but now it’s time to invigorate the senses with fresh florals and zesty fragrances. Did you know that a fresh cut lemon placed next to your bed has been proven to help improve your stress levels, air quality and sleep? And all while making your room smell deliciously clean.

5.) Bring life back to meal times

After months of hearty meals and hot beverages, Springtide welcomes back its tasty seasonal ingredients like asparagus, courgettes and radishes. We love the sound of the mouthwatering recipe we’ve found ‘One Pan Salmon with Roast Asparagus” and can’t wait to try it out. What are your favourite meals in Spring? Let us know down below in the comments.

What Is Forest Bathing & Why It Can Help Improve Your Life

Crystals can play a big part in meditation, it can deepen your meditation process and raise your consciousness & awareness.

'Forest Bathing' is an English translation of the Japanese phrase shinrin-yoku, however the name may fool you, you won't need a take a dip in your bathtub to have a go. Developed in Japan, 'Shinrin' means forest and 'Yoku' stands for bathing. This simple practice of being calm and quiet amongst the trees, immersing yourself in nature in a mindful way, using your senses to acquire a whole range of benefits for not just your physical but your mental and emotional health.

You can forest-bathe anywhere on the planet, wherever there are trees. You can sit, stand or walk - just disconnect from daily life and connect to nature. Clear your mind and observe your surroundings.

Toad Hall at Happy Valley Norfolk

Take long breaths deep into the abdomen. Extending the exhalation of air to twice the length of the inhalation sends a message to the body that it can relax. Look at the colour palette Mother Nature has created, listen to the sound of the breeze and the song of the wilderness, breath in the earthy scents. Use all your senses to fully immerse yourself in the experience. You can even take your shoes and socks off and walk barefoot as it helps with feeling grounded and present in the moment by connecting with the natural world.

We have had many guests in the past that have enjoyed our woodland retreat for forest bathing and meditation. To book your relaxing glamping experience, head over to the glamping section of our website.

A Review From Our Recent Guest

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.