Saracen's Head
Saracen's Head is a lovely 19th-century Inn situated in a rural location surrounded by open…
Our View
Mannington Hall is a handsome 15th-century moated manor house that was renovated in the 19th century. It is the focal point in an extraordinary garden, which contains a beautiful heritage rose garden, divided into several areas, each representing a period of the rose’s historical development. In all there are more than 1,000 different varieties of roses here and sweetly scented plants are planted to mirror the intricate pattern of the hall’s dining-room ceiling. You can also see lakes and a ruined church, which stands among unusual trees and enjoy walks with boardwalk, bird hide and wild flower meadows. Music and theatre events are a regular feature at Mannington Hall.
Facilities – at a glance
Assist dogs allowed
Refreshments
Suitable for all child ages
Features
Children
- Suitable for children of all ages
Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Cafe
Accessibility
- Facilities: Boardwalk across meadow
- Accessible toilets
Opening times
- Opening Times: Gardens open Jun-Aug, Wed-Fri and Sun 11-5; May-late Aug, check website. Walks open every day from 9. Hall open by prior appointment only
Also in the area
About the area
Discover Norfolk
The North Norfolk Coast is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and probably the finest of its kind in Europe. Here you’ll find a string of quaint villages and small towns – Holkham, Wells-next-the-Sea and Cley next the Sea are 21st-century favourites, while Sheringham and Cromer are classic examples of a good old-fashioned seaside resort where grand Victorian hotels look out to sea. Further round the coast you'll find Great Yarmouth, one of the most popular resorts in the UK and packed full of amusements, shops and seashore entertainment. And let's not forget Norwich, the region's only city.
Norfolk prides itself on its wealth of historic houses, the most famous being Sandringham, where Her Majesty the Queen and her family spend Christmas. Many of Norfolk’s towns have a particular charm and a strong sense of community. The quiet market towns of Fakenham and Swaffham are prime examples, as well as Thetford, with its popular museum focusing on the TV comedy series Dad’s Army which was filmed in the area.
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