Mendham
The village of Mendham lies adjacent to the river Waveney and is also just a 40 minute drive from the city of Norwich. The wonderful coastal towns of Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth are also found a similar distance away from the village going off in other directions. The Broads are also very near (a short 20 minute drive) from Mendham, making it a perfect base for a UK holiday rich with options and surrounding places to explore and visit. There is a vast selection of outstanding luxury self-catering accommodation with Cottage Gems that can be rented out for a family retreat, romantic getaway or even larger celebrations and events. These properties can include barn conversions, cottages, manor houses and much more.
Places to Visit
- On the edge of the broads lie the remains of the historic Burgh Castle. This English Heritage site is full of history and intrigue and is well worth a visit, especially on a sunny day. For those using pets-friendly accommodation with Cottage Gems, dogs are allowed in the area on a lead.
- The Suffolk Coast National Reserve combines the small Dingle Marshes, Hen Reedbeds and Walberswick reserve’s to create a vast 3300 acre reserve. The area is full of contrasting landscapes and environments, each of which contains strange and wonderful forms of wildlife. With a selection of audio trails available to visitors, the reserve is a great place to visit when in the area.
- Spend a day at the Pleasure Beach in Great Yarmouth. Enjoy a fun-filled day out with your loved ones. The park is full of classic fun-fair rides and is ideal for small children. Alternatively Lowestoft’s Pleasurewood Hills Family Park offers family a choice of rollercoaster’s, log fumes and other rides.
Things to Do
- Enjoy a wildlife safari in the Broads. This unique experience takes you through the area, seeking out the massive range of wildlife. You can hire your own warden to escort you through the area and even take to canoe for the day.
- By foot, bike or even boat, the Broads is a magical place that must be explored. Plan a journey through a section of this special place with one of the many pre-set trails offered, or enjoy visiting the many charming towns and villages that surround the area.
- Take the family for a day out in Great Yarmouth. This famous seaside resort is full of eateries, attractions and much more that have helped to establish it as a renowned tourist destination.
- Soak in the sun at Lowestoft beach. This seaside town is the perfect destination for a day at the beach.
Mendham is a superb location choice for self-catering accommodation. The town is ideally situated near a range of fantastic attractions and places to visit that are all within 45 minutes drive, making it a perfect base for a family holiday. Rent a car or take the public transport links that connect this town to endless options for holidaymakers.