Hi TC put me down as a definite please its just up the road from here.

Just a reminder that this weekend is not far away now.😀 Anyone else want to come along?

Hi everyone. The lovely Lady E has given me a nudge on this. We can't have the Deepdale group hostel now as it has been booked. Please see invite for an update on what is available. If you want to go we need to book soon. Am happy to do a booking by the end of this week but I'd like to get a clear picture on definites first.

Naked OD group.....what a thought??<img src='theme/emoticon_wink.png' />

Has the nudist beach sealed it for you then Terry? <img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' /> I guess you are still waiting to see what shift you are on.

all sounds very interesting <img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' />

Shhhh, I wasn't going to mention that<img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' />

i remember many years ago when my kids were young we were wandering on Holkam Beach and came accross a nudist area.

Defo hope to do this one TC <img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' />

Hello, I could be interested in this but need to check dates, will let you know for definite by the end of the week <img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' />

Hi all - any more interest in this weekend 7th-9th June? I've asked the 'definites' and the consensus seems to be in favour of the Deepdale Hostel/camping option. If I can get a few more definites I'll enquire about the group hostel availability again, otherwise it might be wise to book a bed in the main hostel or camping as preferred. Oh and if you are interested, the Blakeney seals are being featured on 'Winter Watch' this week <img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' />

The Blakeney seals were on Countryfile today <img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' />

Minty, walking the plank could be interesting. The harbour fills up at high tide but is very low when it goes out, the gangplank could be at a steep angle.....<img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' />

I agree, the website isn't great.

http://www.glavenvalley.co.uk/the-albatros/

There are some pics at the above link. And there are some good comments on tripadvisor (including pics and comments on the facilities!)

To me, it offers something a bit different (and YHA facilities are usually unisex too!). TMiW the captain's email above says two and three berth cabins. According to reviews, dogs are welcome on board (not sure about doofs though loops!!!! <img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' />). Am happy to call the Captain to discuss any concerns.

http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g315941-d2332909-Reviews-The_Albatros-Wells_next_the_Sea_Norfolk_East_Anglia_England.html

Interesting. My concern would be space. Doesn't say how many bunks per room orshow any pics. I assume the facilities (toilet & showeres)are unisex?

Hi all I have an alterbative accomodation option. It is a sailing ship, The Albatross, which is permanently moored next to the quay at Wells next the Sea. The rate is normally £30 a night but as you can see for a group the Captain is offering a rate of £25 B&B. Here is the website - its not brilliant but I have read good reviews and I sent someone on board last weekend to check it out. There is a Dutch chef who serves pancakes for breakfast<img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' />

http://www.albatros.eu.com/sailing-ships.html

It is also a live music venue!

I would quite like to stay aboard the ship. There is a YHA in Wells for those who don't fancy it, also a campsite down the road. Any thoughts from anyone?

We are indeed able to accommodate your group (up to 14 in total) in twin and three berth cabins on board The Albatros on 7 and 8 June 2013 @ a reduced rate of £25 per person per night incl breakfast.
Kind regards,
Capt Ton Brouwer

Hooray Tilly <img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' /> Get yourself over to the invite and put your name down <img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' />. Spoke to Deepdale yesterday and they are happy to try and sort out something to suit whenever we are ready. Will come back to this once Christmas is out of the way.

I'd be happy to do that TC <img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' />

Hi i do not mind doing what has been suggested by Ladyeliza,seems a good idea.

I've now put this on an invite, understand completely about not being able to commit at this stage, I am the same <img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' /> (usually) Lady E and Minty will be good to see you and thanks for offering deposit, will see what the weekend brings eh?

Hi TC I'll be interested in the Granary, I was thinking if they only need 20% deposit now and if 10 people gave you £5 wouldn't that cover the deposit. I'll be happy to pay £5 now and risk losing it, when is the full amount due?

Sorry TC it's way too early for me to commit to this - I really need to see what the New Year brings workwise. I would like to do it if my plans fall into place so I think I will need to do an indiviual booking <img src='theme/emoticon_confused.png' /><img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' />

Sorry if this seems a bit rushed but thought it would be nice for us all to be together, but no worries, if we can't get this sorted we can still make individual bookings in the backpackers or for camping so the weekend will still take place.

Have contacted Deepdale about Weekend of 7th-8th June. To book the Granary (exclusive use) they will need a 20% deposit which will be non-refundable. Currently they are holding it for me till Friday although am going to try and get them to hold on until after the weekend. I need 14 people to say they are going and ideally make payment to me of £30 each as I don't want to be left with a bill for £100 to pay <img src='theme/emoticon_confused.png' /> and none of us want to be in a situation where we lose our deposits because someone pulls out. I'll put an invite up tomorrow but could those that are interested let me know if they are in a position to pay up. Thank you <img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' />

And for anyone looking for a romantic nook away from the gang there are tipis and yurts on the campsite <img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' />

LOL Tinkerbell <img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' /> £13.15 a night each if we manage to make up a group of 19.... Dorm room in the backpackers is £18 high season so worth booking the Granary if there at least 14, and then we'd have space for people joining the party later on, (which would reduce the price for everyone). But if we go in June it is mid-season so may cost a bit less - am giving highest prices in case we can't get in on a mid-season weekend. Currently 7/8 June is available but I need to go away and see if I can get away that weekend! Not sure if people will commit (show me the money!) this far ahead but Norfolk is popular and places do get booked up in advance.

awww i get it now £250 for all 19 people doh

How much £250 per night whoops <img src='theme/emoticon_surprised.png' />

So pleased that there is interest in this part of the world, thank you everyone. Hopefully people from the Eastern area will join us for a walk too. The Deepdale website is now working. The Granary Group Hostel sleeping up to 19 costs £250 per night (high season weekend) and 2013 dates are filling up already! There are other options if there aren't enough of us - they accept groups of up to 8 in the backpackers - or if some people want to camp (£9 per person night). I'd better go and look seriously at possble dates. Back soon <img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' />

I'm definately interested. Love Wells next to sea, go there every year, always wanted to do the walk but was never able to. <img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' />

Dating Norfolk Broads, Minty you hot blooded southerner you, Seriously though TC i am interested dates permitting and as for you Minty get checking my walks out.

I"ll hep you across the road anytime,pal<img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' /><img src='theme/emoticon_grin.png' />

Me too would be interested depending on dates <img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' />

Sounds like a plan, coastal walking love it<img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' />

i am very interested <img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' />

I'm interested as well.

OK folks I can see there is interest. At the moment I am thinking of June as there is already quite a lot going on in May.

Oh and I've found the Deepdale people on Facebook - they are trying to fix their website:

https://www.facebook.com/Deepdale.Backpackers

ere minty. us nofolk broads do tend to leave a lasting impression lol

Hillmale venturing south next year on three invites....hope your passport is up to date<img src='theme/emoticon_wink.png' /><img src='theme/emoticon_wink.png' />

Would be interested TC<img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' />

ooh we could go for sunday lunch at Galton Blackistons morston hall lol

count me in <img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' />

oooooh my neck of the woods. i'm originally from swaffham and i love the north norfolk coast . i may stay with the parents and bring the doofs to annoy you all cos its flat. i am going down for christmas if you want any info bringing back

Hi TC,I would be interested.It has been over 15 years since i last visited a lovely area<img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' />

That's a relief. Everybody's expectations are varied but on the whole it has good reviews. At least there are some photos to show what the site looks like.

They aren't out of business but access to their website is often dodgy. I had an email from them a few weeks ago. It is a well-established site and business. I have only stayed on the campsite (about three years ago when I walked the whole trail) but the hostel looked OK. Recent reviews are mixed on tripadvisor though <img src='theme/emoticon_confused.png' />

No the links to their website isn't working which could mean they're out of business but you can see some photos and reviews here
http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_Review-g503724-d276510-Reviews-Deepdale_Backpackers_Hostel_and_Camping-Burnham_Deepdale_Norfolk_East_Anglia_England.html

I'd be interested TC <img src='theme/emoticon_smile.png' />

Whoops half my post missing... would recommend doing a trip to see the seals:

http://www.beansboattrips.co.uk/

For those who like stately homes there is Holkham Hall:

http://www.holkham.co.uk/html/visitorinfo.html