Explore the Area
Norfolk is a destination to be enjoyed in every season.
Foxtail Lodge is ideally located for exploring the natural beauty of the region, with woodland walks, wildlife, local pubs and cafés all nearby.
Just a short drive away, guests can enjoy High Lodge and Center Parcs Elveden Forest, making Foxtail Lodge the perfect private lodge alternative for visitors wanting the same woodland atmosphere with added peace, privacy and luxury.
We’ve broken the suggestions below into categories so there’s something for everyone: nature, local attractions, food and drink, and places further afield.
Nature trails
The Lynford Arboretum - a peaceful haven of diverse trees and woodland trails, perfect for a leisurely stroll or spotting local wildlife. Rare fauna and flora: Snowdrops - bloom in late winter, carpeting surrounding woodland floors with delicate white flowers. Otters - can be spotted along local rivers and streams, especially at dawn or dusk when they’re most active. Lizards - particularly common and sand lizards, enjoy Norfolk’s sandy heaths and sunny open areas. Birds - are abundant in the area, including rare species such as Barn owls, Woodpeckers, and Kingfishers. Walks/bike routes - It's quite flat locally (not completely though!) so it's great for a gentle bike ride. Discover the many local villages, rural churches, and pubs on your way.
Local attractions
High lodge (Go Ape) - A forest site offering treetop rope courses and zip lines for various skill levels. Cinemas: Bury St Edmunds - Cineworld, Everyman, and Abbeygate Cinema (35 mins away). Cambridge - various large cinemas (45 mins away). Thetford - Light Cinema (10 mins away). Golf - Thetford Golf Club is about 15 mins away. Gooderstone Water Gardens -Gardens featuring ponds, streams, and a variety of plant and wildlife species. Grimes Graves - A site of Neolithic flint mines, giving insight into prehistoric tool-making and local history. Oxburgh Estate - A National Trust site, historic gardens and woodland, reflecting traditional landscaping and natural habitats. Center Parcs - A holiday village with accommodation and a range of leisure facilities in a forested environment.
Food and drink
Sheppards Baa - A cosy spot serving locally sourced dishes in the Lynford Arboretum. Bedingfield Arms - Traditional pub near Oxburgh Hall offering hearty meals and a selection of drinks. The Swan, Hillborough - Historic inn with classic British cuisine and a welcoming environment. The crown - Community pub down the road serving local ales. Browns Cafe - Friendly café known for breakfast, light lunches, and homemade treats. The Olde Windmill Inn - Rustic inn with a varied menu and countryside charm
A short trip away
Bury St Edmunds - Known for the historic Abbey Gardens, the impressive St Edmundsbury Cathedral, and the charming Greene King Brewery tours. Norwich - Famous for Norwich Cathedral, Norwich Castle Museum, and the bustling Norwich Lanes with independent shops and cafés. North Norfolk - Offers stunning coastal scenery at Holkham and Wells-next-the-Sea, wildlife at RSPB reserves, and charming seaside towns like Cromer. Cambridge - Renowned for the University of Cambridge colleges, punting along the River Cam, and Fitzwilliam Museum. Newmarket - The heart of British horse racing, with the National Horseracing Museum and world-famous racecourses. Ely - Dominated by the stunning Ely Cathedral, plus the Oliver Cromwell House and scenic riverside walks.