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Hunters Academy of Food is dedicated to inspiring and guiding people to learn about hospitality, quality, and sustainable ingredients to create delicious food.   We offer a wide range of courses taught by outstanding tutors, in a unique environment within the grounds of our beautiful Home Farm House in North Norfolk. Our courses are designed to suit the novice as well as advanced home cooks and professionals. If you want to take your culinary skills to another level, we have a course for you. There is also more to discover at Hunters of Holt Chocolate Shop – from our exclusive handmade chocolates and chocolate bars, truffles, and chocolate snacks. All exclusively hand made by Gary Hunter and his team. Hunters Academy of Food –  Home Farm House, The Street, Helhoughton, Fakenham, NR21 7BL . www.huntersacademyoffood.com Hunters of Holt Chocolates – 31 Market Pl, Holt NR25 6BE. www.hunterschocolate.co.uk

Nigel Lavender is an experienced, enthusiastic and motivating bowman, available for full and half day tuition, weekly blocks. after school clubs, parties and events £35 per hour (parties £10 per person (min of 6) email:lavenderforesttargetsports@gmail.com Tel: 07958757824 Bespoke packages available – with 20% discount for Raynham Estate clientele Bespoke archery tuition and practice for all ages, brought to your setting. Qualified Archery GB Instructor Archery GB approved equipment provided Fully InsuredEnhanced DBS/ Risk Assessment Skills developed:

Rolling countryside, breathtaking coastline, forests, parks and gardens makes Norfolk perfect for walking all year round when staying at Wild Meadow Glamping, Raynham The Norfolk Trails network has bought together over 1200 miles of walks, cycle and bridle routes throughout north Norfolk. There are walks across Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in ancient woodland and along cliff tops offering spectacular coastal views. Choose from long hikes, short walks, circular trails, coast and countryside routes and easy access walks. Or just amble, taking in the nature and wildlife the seasons bring. We cannot think of a better way to explore Norfolk.

Paddle-boarding in Norfolk is the perfect activity for anyone staying with us at Wild Meadow Glamping who wants to explore the sea and get close to its aquatic life. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced boarder, its a great activity for all ages and an excellent way to exercise muscles you never even knew you had! SUP tours are also a great way to explore the area. Whether its through the creeks and salt marshes the North Norfolk Coastline or through the rivers and streams of Norwich city, there are plenty of choices available, even SUP Pub crawls! Find our more about paddle-boarding in Norfolk via North Norfolk Paddleboards Norfolk Paddleboards

The north Norfolk coast is just 20 minutes from Raynham and is a ‘must visit’ when staying with us at Wild Meadow Glamping. The unique Deep History Coast is the 22-mile stretch of coastline between Weybourne and Cart Gap and is home to the earliest evidence of humans in Britain with footsteps left by the UK’s first tourists nearly a million years ago The UK’s biggest mammoth skeleton remains were found at West Runton and a 500,000 year old flint handaxe was discovered in Happisburgh. With eleven discovery points along the way, you can find out what the landscape looked like hundreds of thousands of years ago. Imagine taking a journey back in time to a day when early humans roamed the land and encountered amazing megafauna as part of daily life. Well, you can experience exactly that along north Norfolk’s Deep History Coast where you will come across wonderful

Ever wanted to make your own gin? Award-winning distillery, WhataHoot is sited in the heart of historic King’s Lynn, just 30 minutes drive from Wild Meadow Glamping, Raynham. Offering a range of locally-inspired gins and vodkas, as well as a selection of related products, WhataHoot Distillery is also a destination. The historic building on King Street has been transformed into a bespoke distillery, including the ‘Pantry’ shop, and the Gin School & Spirit Lounge. The perfect place for Gin enthusiasts to indulge in make-your-own experiences, cocktail masterclasses and tours. Why not combine a trip to the distillery with spending a few hours exploring historic, King’s Lynn Guests staying at Raynham benefit from a 10% discount on products*, experiences, classes and tours at WhataHoot Take a look here for more Raynham Guest benefits with the exception of charity/fundraising products

Inspiring outdoor adventure play! If you are visiting Wild Meadow with Children, a trip to WildRootz at Pensthorpe is highly recommended! Children with energy to burn will relish the challenge presented by the impressive outdoor eco-play area, and can push themselves physically whilst boosting confidence and having fun by scaling 30ft towers, swinging from zip-wires, venturing into underground tunnels and flying down twisty, worm-like slides. The high-quality play equipment is both innovative and challenging in equal measure. Or simply kick off your shoes and paddle barefoot through the Wildrootz stream – a firm favourite with lots of visitors! Guests at Wild Meadow are eligible for a 20% discount on entry to WildRootz Find out more

Pensthorpe is a natural home for many species of birds, mammals, invertebrates and plants. The diverse range of priority habitats together create a stunning rich landscape which Pensthorpe Conservation Trust manages for wildlife. During a visit to Pensthorpe you can see wetlands, hedgerows, woodland, water meadows, riverbanks, species-rich farmland, breck and heath – all vital habitats for a species-rich countryside. The value of the habitats at Pensthorpe are recognised internationally by the E.U. Special Area of Conservation (SAC) designation as well as nationally with four Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) designations. All these designations encompass the River Wensum, a lowland chalk river of significant importance which runs through the heart of the reserve. The river is also a priority habitat in the UK Biodiversity Action Plan. Guests at Wild Meadow are eligible for a 20% discount on entry to Pensthorpe Find out more

Burn Valley Vineyard truly is a family project.  Located in North Creake, just 10 miles from Raynham, two sisters, Laura and Samantha work alongside their brother who farms the land surrounding the vineyard. Growing nine different grape varieties Early Pinot, Rondo, Regent and Pinot Noir make up the red grapes and Bacchus, Chardonnay, Solaris, Seyval Blanc and Schonburger representing the whites.  From this selection they produce a red, white, rose and sparkling wine for your enjoyment.    All wine is grown, harvested, fermented and bottled on site in their brand new winery Tastings take place every Thursday Friday Saturdays from 22nd April 12:00 & 14:30 and must be booked in advance

Beers that belong Tour the Duration farmhouse brewery and enjoy a tutored tasting. Learn about the brewing process, their ethos and where they make their beer, brewed from nature with purpose at their brewery, just 20 minutes from Raynham. What’s Included? An hour-long experience that includes a 30min tour of the 20HL Bavarian brewhouse, cellar, and canning line A tutored tasting with 3 of the freshest beers over in the barrel store An informal opportunity for Q&A with one of the founders A branded glass keepsake For booking, visit Duration Brewery Tours Guests at Wild Meadow are eligible for a 20% discount on Duration Brewery Tours About Duration Brewery Duration is a modern farmhouse brewery in West Acre (West Norfolk) making beers that belong. The breweryproduces fresh beers and wild and blended farm-style ales brewed from nature with purpose. The brewery was founded by Miranda Hudson and Derek Bates in Summer

Recharge the spirit Just 25 minutes from Raynham, Coastal Exploration Company offer the opportunity to sail under canvas on one of their locally-built wooden boats and explore North Norfolk’s wild, spectacular shores – perfect for adventurers. Assist with navigation; forage and fish for your meals; visit special places that can only be accessed by sea and creek.These aspects of the explorations mean you can profoundly connect with the landscape, its tidal rhythms and its diverse natural inhabitants in a way that wouldn’t ordinarily be possible. Activities include; • Traditional sailing and rowing• Wild swimming• Foraging and preparing coastal food• Navigation (map, compass and celestial)• Fitness• Coastal field craft (spear, crab and line fishing)

Conservation today, for wildlife tomorrow. Watatunga is a stunning wildlife reserve in west Norfolk, just 30 minutes from Wild Meadow, Raynham. Situated amongst 170 acres of woodland, grassland, and lakes, Watatunga provides a unique environment for over twenty types of ungulate and rare bird species to roam at their will. The team run breeding programmes for many of the threatened species including the Malayan sambar, hog deer, mountain bongo and the great bustard, a spectacular bird which went extinct in the UK in 1832. Access to the reserve is via electric buggies on a guided tour and must be pre-booked online via the website Guests staying at Raynham can benefit from 20% discount on safari tours at Watatunga