Things to do

There are lots of walks in the area. We have OS maps that you can borrow. If you would like to walk directly from Chalk and Cheese we can recommend several lovely local walks taking in the village (20 mins), the church and field views (45 mins) and the warren (60-120 mins).

The Norfolk coastline is less than an hour away (45mins by car). Many coast walks, watersports, sealife centre and coastal towns to visit.

Shouldham Antiques, Gifts and Interiors newly opened village interiors store selling gifts, crafts, cards, antiques, books  and vintage - open Thursdays through to Sundays or by appointment with Bridget. As well as our own antiques store there are also many other local hidden gems and emporia to be explored during your visit. more

Downham Market and Swaffham both offer a range of shops with King’s Lynn and Norwich offering a more extensive choice.

Holt is worth the journey for its boutiques, antique emporia and wonderful food hall at Larners (Norfolk’s own “Fortnum and Mason”!)

We recommend the following local inns and restaurants for lunches and evening meals

Kings Arms, Shouldham PE33 0BY 01366 347410

The Heron, Stowbridge PE34 3PP 01366 384040

Hare Arms, Stow Bardolph PE34 3HT 01366 382229

Cave Kitchen, Downham PE38 9DW 01366 659351

Naxos, Downham PE38 9HF 01366 858283

If you would prefer to eat in we can provide heated plates and cutlery and we recommend the following take away establishments.

Marham Fish Bar, Marham PE33 9PN 01760 339555

Chinese at Tasty House, Downham Market PE38 9HF 01366 387085