FRESH developments at Houghton Hall in
recent years have seen the installation of
contemporary sculptures, together with the
staging of the Houghton International
Horse Trials.
The Subaru Houghton International Horse
Trials will take place from Thursday, May 21, to
Sunday, May 24. As well as the chance to see
some of the top eventers taking part in this
comparatively new horse trials venue, there will
be trade stands, and other entertainment which
will make this an action Day Out for the family.
The Houghton Hall Game and Country Fair
will be held on Saturday and Sunday, June 13-
14.
PALLADIAN GRANDEUR
Situated between King's Lynn and Fakenham,
Houghton Hall was built by Britain's first Prime
Minister, Sir Robert
Walpole, between
1722-35.
One of the grandest
surviving Palladian
houses in England, it
is a magnificent show-
case for the finest
architects, craftsmen
and painters of an ele-
gant age.
The work of archi-
tects James Gibbs
and Colen Campbell
was complemented by
the superb interiors of
William Kent and opu-
lently furnished to
reflect Walpole's sta-
tus.
Now lovingly
restored to its former
grandeur by the 7th
Marquess of
Cholmondeley,
Houghton retains
many of its original
furnishings, allowing
visitors the opportuni-
ty to step back in time
and enjoy Houghton
much as it may have
been in Walpole's day.
RESTORED
A great deal has
been happening at
Houghton over the
last few years. An
extensive programme
of repair and restora-
tion in the house has
continued, and the
much acclaimed five-
acre walled garden
has been beautifully
restored.
It includes 21 gar-
dens within the garden and provides colour and
interest throughout the year -- it's virtually an
attraction in its own right, so make sure you
allow enough time to explore it fully and discov-
er its many enchanting features.
The Houghton gardens received a Garden of
the Year Award from Christies and the Historic
Houses Association. A long-vanished ha-ha has
been put back on the west side of the house.
As well as the house, with its sumptuous fur-
nishings and paintings, visitors can see the
unique collection of model soldiers built up by
the late 6th Marquess. The Cholmondeley
Soldier Museum features more than 20,000
model soldiers and is one of the most important
in the world, including spectacular Napoleonic
battle scenes.
The 450 acre deer park close to the hall is
home to more than 600 white fallow deer and
smaller groups of exotic deer. You can wander
at leisure through the rolling parkland.
Various musical events will be taking place
throughout the summer, including Houghton
By Candlelight on Sunday, August 16.
See the local press for details nearer the time,
or visit the website at www.houghtonhall.com
Serving Home Cooked Food
and Real Ale Every Day
* Well behaved children welcome
* Dogs allowed in bar area
* Air conditioned dining room
* Large car park
* Patio area and garden
* Large parties catered for
Open Monday - Saturday
11am to 2.30pm
and 6pm onwards
Sunday 12 noon to 3pm
and 7pm to 10.00pm
BOOKINGS TAKEN
Telephone: 01328 862172
This traditional country pub is set in the
beautiful and delightful village of Colkirk
2009 RACE FIXTURES
Easter Monday, April 13th, 2.05pm
Sunday, April 26th, 2.00pm
West Norfolk Point-to-Point
Tuesday, May 5th, 2.20pm
Sunday, May 17th, 2.20pm
Friday, October 23rd, 2.00pm
Tuesday, November 17th, 1.00pm
Monday, November 30th, 12.50pm
ADMISSION CHARGES
Adults from �8.00
Car Parking and Children under 16 FREE
For further information please contact:
The Racecourse, Fakenham, Norfolk NR21 7NY
Telephone: 01328 862388
Fax: 01328 855908
Web: www.fakenhamracecourse.co.uk
E-mail: info@fakenhamracecourse.co.uk
FAKENHAM RACECOURSE
CARAVAN AND CAMPING SITE
3 STAR HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION
A Country Site By a Town, Near the Sea ... The Ideal Choice
The Caravan and Camping Site (Caravan Club affiliated) is OPEN ALL YEAR. It is set with views
over beautiful countryside and part sheltered by tall conifers. Our grounds and facilities are excel-
lently maintained having been awarded ETB 3 star and AA 3 pennant ratings. We can also offer
four comfortable guest rooms for visitors. Rooms are let on
a `room only' basis with each sleeping up to four people. Our site offers an ideal base for sight
seeing, walking, cycling, golf, fishing and bird watching. Anything, in fact.
E-mail: caravan@fakenhamracecourse.co.uk
NATIONAL HUNT HORSE RACING
Just 10 miles from the coast, the market town of Fakenham lies at the heart of one
of the Country's finest rural areas ideally situated to take advantage of the many
attractions on offer. A visit to one of our National Hunt Race Meetings offers an
exciting day out for all the family to compliment your stay.
Cross-country action from the international horse trials at
Houghton last year.
The walled gardens at Houghton Hall, which have received a Garden of the Year Award
from Christies and the Historic Houses Association.
AWARD-WINNING
WALLED GARDEN

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