Sandringham House and Gardens

Decided to go to Sandringham this week with my husband and teenage daughter. My daughter wasn't impressed about the idea of looking around a stately home and, as with most teenagers, let her feelings be known. However, we all had a very enjoyable day. The estate was very easy to find with good sign posting and the car parking was refreshingly easy, with "a park where you like" attitude under the trees, which was good as it was a hot sunny day. Parking and entrance to the park are free and there is a teashop and gift shop together with a place to buy plants and local produce. Entrance to the museum, house and gardens is priced at £10 for adults and £5 for ...  Read the complete review

Have a sunny day in Norfolk? Have foreign visitors? The Norfolk retreat of the Queen, Sandringham is a great place to while away a few hours and has something for everyone. The photo above does not do the house, gardens or estate any justice. A fairly new house having only been built in 1870, Sandringham is not as imposing as some of the royal residences, but it has a pretty, comfortable feel that makes for a lovely visit. The estate itself covers 20,000 acres and the 60 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens could keep you wandering all day if gardens are your thing. THE PRACTICAL STUFF The House and Gardens are closed at certain times of ...  Read the complete review

I live about 30 minutes away from Sandringham, and frequently go for walks there with Lucy for some fresh air. It really is a luxury to live so close to somewhere so relaxing and peaceful (even more so out of the tourist season). If you didn’t know, Sandringham is the alternative residence of the Queen and other members of the Royal family. Princess Diana spent the majority of her childhood growing up around this area. Of course, these days, the House and Gardens are a haven for tourists, particularly during July and August. The visitor centre and country park boasts the following features: *An air-conditioned self-service restaurant.* I have ...  Read the complete review