Jimmy’s Farm (as seen on TV)
Home of the Essex Pig Company
The BBC documentary Jimmy's Farm first appeared on UK terrestrial TV in June 2004. The series followed Jimmy from day 1 as he took over a derelict farm in Suffolk. His dream was to establish a pig farm and to produce the highest quality pork, sausages and bacon from his herd of rare breed British pigs. Along the way he was also determined to re-establish the Essex Pig as it was thought to be extinct.
Over the weeks we saw Jimmy struggle with fencing, bureaucracy and a fast dwindling budget. His other goal of having an on site farm shop to sell his top quality produce sometimes seemed to be out of reach. But with endless enthusiasm, a huge amount of back breaking work and the help of some really good friends the viewers saw his dreams slowly become realities.
Visit The Essex Pig Farm shop which is open every day.www.essexpigcompany.co.uk
Sandringham Estate
Neither a palace nor a castle, Sandringham is a country house with an atmosphere of welcome; whether you have all day to spend here or just a few hours, you are sure to discover a real taste of Norfolk hospitality.
Sandringham is the much-loved country retreat of Her Majesty the Queen, and has been the private home of four generations of British monarchs. The house is perhaps the most famous stately home in Norfolk - and certainly one of the most beautiful. Set in the 60-acre gardens which have been called "the finest of the Royal gardens", with a fascinating museum of Royal vehicles and mementoes, the principal ground floor apartments with their collections of porcelain, jade, furniture and family portraits are open to the public from Easter to October.
Flatford Mill
In the sleepy, unspoilt village of Flatford, a mile outside of East Bergholt, the serenity of the early 18th century mill building is reflected among the wildlife activity in the little mill pond. As a prosperous businessman and landowner, Golding Constable took over the lease of Flatford Mill in 1765, and lived there with his family for nearly a decade. By the time that John Constable was born in 1776, the family had moved to a larger house in East Bergholt, but he was well acquainted with his father's mills, being taught the miller's trade both at Flatford Mill and Dedham Mill. All the while he was milling, Constable would find time for his consuming passion. Sitting contentedly on the banks of the River Stour, he would study the natural landscape of the Dedham Vale and transfer his observations to a sketching pad or canvas.
From the gate-post of Willy Lott's cottage, Constable captured the rustic scene across the old mill pond, depicted in 'The Haywain', probably the most well-known of all his paintings
Galton Blackiston – Michelin Star Chef
Galton Blackiston is a renowned Michelin Star Chef and great friend of Delia Smith.
He and his wife Tracy have run their hotel and restaurant, Morston Hall, since 1992. Morston Hall is an intimate country house hotel with its origin in the 17th century. It is located 2 miles from Blakeney on the North Norfolk coast. Morston Hall has won great praises from regional and national press, including East Anglia Small Hotel of the Year, also for its outstanding cuisine and high standard of accommodation. It is the only restaurant with both 3 red rosette's and Michelin Star award within a 50 mile radius. The spectacular North Norfolk Coast provides an ideal place for guests to relax and recharge themselves. www.morstonhall.com
Imperial War Museum, Duxford
Duxford is Europe's premier aviation museum - as well as having one of the finest collections of tanks, military vehicles and naval exhibits in the country. Over six hectares of indoor and outdoor displays providing an unforgettable experience whatever the weather.
This famous heritage site began as an airfield in the First World War and also played a vital role in the Second World War, firstly as an RAF fighter station and later as an American fighter base. www.iwm.org.uk