Washingford House, Norwich (Norfolk)

An elegant 17th Century house surrounded by ten acres of its own parkland.

Summary 17th century buildings 18th century buildings 19th century buildings Breakfast included Free car parking (on site) No smoking Facilities Free broadband access Shared gardens Tennis court Children's games

Food and Drinks English breakfast (included) Nearby recreations Recommended walks Pub (a short drive) Museums (a short drive) Historic houses Gardens Recommended restaurants (a short drive) Theatre (a short drive)

Introduction

Washingford House is situated six miles south east of Norwich with its wealth of historical Cathedrals, Churches and buildings. Originally built in the 1600s, this elegant Grade 2 listed house stands on the edge of the conservation village of Bergh Apton. Situated amid the typical agricultural landscape of South Norfolk, the house is surrounded by ten acres of its own gardens and parkland and is a favourite haunt for many native birds. There are walks locally and the Wherryman's Way twelve circular walks are close by. Guests are welcome to use the tennis court and bicycles. There is also a trampoline for the more energetic among you!

There is one twin room with an en-suite bathroom and a single with its own bathroom next door. There is also another twin room available with a toilet and basin next door but the shower is a walk away and up another floor - guest dressing gowns provided!  

 

History to the present day

Washingford House is a Grade 2 listed country house of Tudor origin. The colour washed brick building is now mainly Georgian and Victorian but 16th century features survive in the bricks of the inglenook fireplace with oak bressummer and side seats. There is a distinctive mark in the bressummer intended to ward off witches! Guests will have breakfast in this room or on the terrace leading from it during the Summer months.  One of the decorative octagonal chimney stacks also dates back to this period.

Norwich itself is steeped in history with some of its buildings dating back to medieval times when it was the second most important city in the kingdom. With its two Cathedrals, Cathedral Close, Castle Museum, Dragon Hall and two of its medieval streets now pedestriansed, the past blends seamlessly with the Norwich of today. Dragon Hall has recently been restored and is the finest example of a medieval Merchants trading hall in Western Europe. Close to Dragon Hall is Julian of Norwich Norwich was also the largest walled town in medieval England, some of which still survives today.  Walking tours of Norwich can be arranged.

Food and Drinks

Although dinner is not available at the house, there are several excellent pubs nearby and many good restaurants in Norwich.  Breakfast is taken in the sitting room which faces South and on the terrace during the Summer months. There is always plenty of fresh fruit, a cooked breakfast sourced locally and home made jams and marmalade.  Special requests can always be catered for.

Arrival information and how to find us

Address: Paris Back, Washingford House, Cookes Road, Bergh Apton, Norfolk, NR15 1AA, United Kingdom

Address: Washingford House, Cookes Road, Bergh Apton, Norfolk, NR15 1AA

Check In/Out: There are no strict check in\out rules especially if guests wish to drop off luggage earlier in the day.

Directions: On receiving a booking, Paris will e-mail directions for you.

Washingford House is about ten minutes drive from Norwich. 

The airport is about half an hour away and the station ten minutes. Taxis/hire cars can easily be arranged.  

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