A boutique B&B in the heart of North Norfolk
about
Believed to date from the late 1700's, the Red Barn is situated in the characterful and tranquil village of Foulsham in the heart of North Norfolk. The Red Barn was created from two separate barns, to form a modern family home in 2005 and includes a spacious, private guest suite from which we operate our boutique bed & breakfast.
The Red Barn is conveniently located just around the corner from the Village Store which offers all the essentials. The village pub (The Queen's Head) is just a few minutes stroll away.
Foulsham sits just off the A1067, about 7 miles south east of Fakenham and less than 18 miles north west of the City of Norwich, making it an ideal location from which to explore all that Norfolk has to offer, including the award winning beaches of the North Norfolk Coast as well as the Norfolk Broads and, of course, the historical City of Norwich.
accommodation
Our spacious guest suite, with its vaulted ceiling and exposed timber beams, boasts underfloor heating and en-suite facilities. The suite benefits from its own dedicated entrance via the courtyard garden. Whether you're on vacation or on business, you should find everything you need for a comfortable stay.
our facilities/services
Breakfast
We offer a continental style breakfast, including pastries, toast, cereals, yoghurts, seasonal fruits, fruit juice, tea and coffee.
During good weather, guests are welcome to enjoy breakfast in the courtyard if they wish. We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded a 5 star food hygiene rating.
Entertainment
For rainy days and lazy stays, we have a selection of traditional board games, DVDs and CDs which guests are welcome to use.
Pets
We regret that we are unable to accept pets at the Red Barn.
Room Facilities
Superking size bed
Sofa & armchair
En-suite shower
Bodyshop soap
Towels
Hair dryer
Tea and coffee making facilities
inc. Nespresso coffee machine
Fridge
Digital flat screen TV with Roku media streaming
DVD player
CD/DAB radio with USB/bluetooth
USB charging sockets
Complementary WiFi access
Alcohol
The Red Barn is not licensed to sell alcohol, but guests are welcome to enjoy their own responsibly.
Courtyard Garden
Our courtyard garden provides an ideal space for guests to relax and enjoy a refreshing drink at the end of a busy day of exploring.
Parking
Off-street parking is available for one guest vehicle.
Free WiFi
Guests are welcome to make use of the complementary WiFi internet access during their stay.
Smoking
The Red Barn is a non-smoking and non-vaping establishment
prices and bookings
Our room rate starts from just £85 per night (low season), including breakfast. We currently use the Airbnb website to manage our calendar and prices but it's much cheaper if you book directly with us as we don't charge any booking fees.
Either way, you can use our Airbnb listing to check price and availability.
To book with us directly:
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Email or phone us with your desired dates
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We will confirm price and availability and email you an invoice
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Your booking is secured upon receipt of your payment*
* see our terms and conditions for details of payment requirements
If booking directly, our preferred payment method is electronic bank transfer.
If you are unable to make a bank transfer, we can also accept payment using any major credit or debit card via Paypal invoicing.
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The courtyard garden. An ideal spot to relax and soak up the sunshine.
The courtyard garden. An ideal spot to relax and soak up the sunshine.
The courtyard garden. An ideal spot to relax and soak up the sunshine.
things to see and do
LOCAL
Norfolk offers a wide range of attractions to cater for all tastes and ages, including the beautiful North Norfolk Coast with its award winning beaches, the relaxing Norfolk Broads and the bustling City of Norwich. All of these are within easy reach of the Red Barn. However, there are some days when you don't want to venture too far so here are a few suggestions of local attractions and activities within just a few miles of the Red Barn.
Foulsham Village
This one's right on the doorstep! The village of Foulsham dates back to at least the 11th century and its church to the 14th century. A number of properties in the village date from the 16th and 17th centuries although the "Great Fire of Foulsham" destroyed many of the old buildings in 1770. Others survived and there remains, to this day, a rich variety of buildings in the village. A great way to discover the village and its surroundings is to try the four mile scenic walk around the lanes and fields of this historic village. Details of the walk are available at the Barn.
Pensthorpe Natural Park
Head about 6 miles north west and you'll reach Pensthorpe Natural Park. Covering 700 acres, the park boasts nature trails, woodland walks, gardens, indoor play area, outdoor adventure area, cafe and shop. At the park, you can observe a multitude of birds, including Grey-Crowned Cranes, Avocets and Flamingos.
Foxley Wood
Just a couple of miles from the Red Barn is Foxley Wood, a nature reserve. At 300 acres, it is the largest ancient woodland and coppice in Norfolk. In early spring, the floor of the wood is carpeted with an impressive display of bluebells and the wood is also home to a variety of common woodland birds, including green and great spotted woodpeckers, nuthatch, treecreeper, marsh tit and jay. Common summer visitors include blackcap, garden warbler, chiffchaff, and willow warbler. Declining species such as turtle dove, grasshopper warbler, and spotted flycatcher may also be seen.
Shopping
Foulsham is within 7 miles of Fakenham and Dereham, both typical Norfolk market towns. Holt offers shoppers a good range of independent shops, cafes, bars and restaurants. For a more comprehensive shopping experience, the City of Norwich should not be missed.
Reepham Market Town
About 5 miles east of Foulsham lies the attractive, small market town of Reepham. The market place is surrounded by attractive buildings including a selection of small, independent shops. At the former station, you can grab drink and a bite to eat at the tea rooms or take a walk or cycle along the Marriott's Way, a 26 mile stretch of former railway line. Marriott's Way passes through many interesting landscapes and wildlife rich habitats.
Thursford
Home to the world famous Christmas Spectacular, Santa’s Magical Journey and the world’s largest collection of steam engines and organs, Thursford is located less than 7 miles to the North of the Red Barn
Sculthorpe Moor Nature Reserve
Sculthorpe Moor is a 45 acre nature reserve, near Fakenham, run by the Hawk and Owl Trust. Here you can spot a variety of birds including tawny owls, barn owls, kingfisher, buzzard and bullfinch to name but a few.
Royal Norwich Golf Course
The new Royal Norwich Golf Course at Weston Longville boasts a modern 18 hole course, a 6 hole academy course, state of the art practice facilities and modernised clubhouse. Just over 10 minutes away by car, the Red Barn is ideally situated to accommodate visitors to this prestigious course.
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A LITTLE FURTHER
The North Norfolk Coast is just over 11 miles from the Red Barn and can be reached in less than 30 minutes by car. The City of Norwich is 16 miles to the South East of the Red Barn and can be reached in a similar time. Venture just beyond Norwich and you will find yourself in the beautiful Norfolk Broads National Park.
The Coast
North Norfolk has 45 miles of coastline with beautiful award-winning beaches, set in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The Red Barn is within easy reach of the charming villages of the North Norfolk coast, such as Wells-next-the-Sea, Cley, Blakeney, Holkham, Hunstanton, Cromer, Sheringham and Burnham Market.
Whether catching Cromer crabs from it's Victorian pier, seal watching at Blakeney Point, walking the Coastal Path or riding the Wells Harbour Railway, there is plenty to see and do along the North Norfolk Coast.
The City of Norwich
The City of Norwich has plenty to offer the visitor. You can still see evidence of its medieval past, including remains of the ancient city walls and a wealth of historic buildings. Overlooking the city is the impressive Castle, dating back to circa 1067. More modern attractions include the Forum, Riverside development, and two shopping malls. Norwich also boasts some of the most attractive streets in the country including many cobbled streets, alleys and lanes. For shoppers, Norwich offers a mix of high street names and individual boutiques, as well as the largest permanent open air market in England. The city's main attractions are within easy reach of each other and this makes Norwich an ideal destination, as it is easy to explore on foot.
The Norfolk Broads
Just beyond the City of Norwich lie the Norfolk Broads, a Natural Park with over 125 miles of navigable waterways. The Broads offer visitors plenty of charming villages, woodlands and waterways to explore on foot, by cycle or, of course, by boat.
Attractions around the Broads include Wroxham Barns, Bure Valley Railway, Marriott's Way Cycle Route, Horsey Wind Pump and many independent galleries
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