JollyDays Supported Holidays - Blog

  Royal Norfolk County Show   We visited a lovely small farm with animals such as rabbits, goats, sheep and pony’s. We had a chance to feed and touch them making for some great photos opportunities. We then took a stroll around the pristinely kept grounds. In Great Yarmouth we went to the Merrivale Model Village, a beautiful attraction with landscaped gardens, streams, waterfalls, miniature garden railway and an old penny arcade.  Our first day at the Royal Norfolk Country Show! In the arena we watched the Heavy Horse display pulling beautiful carriages and heavy farm machinery. We also watched the local farmers proudly showing their prized pigs, cows and sheep. We took a stroll around the various stalls and were amazed at the size of some of the farming machinery. There were also many classic cars on show and some very old and new tractors.  Back at the Royal Norfolk Country Show for day two!  In the t...

  Cycling in Holland   We started our first day at Center Parcs by collecting our bikes and cycled around the park to get used to them before hitting the beautiful Dutch countryside. In the wonderful town of Valkenswaard we found out that there were several groups of singers performing around the town squares and streets. Everyday we eagerly took our bikes and set off for a new adventure. We cycled through forest, countryside and a national park with views over the lakes and fields. We stopped for ice creams and Dutch apple cake along the way and enjoyed delicious picnic lunches.  Another day we crossed the border into Belgium where we visited the ancient town of Peer. We wandered around the cobbled streets taking in the sights of this truly magnificent town. After some coffee and cake we headed off again. We took the scenic route back across the border into Holland.  In Borkel we stoppe...