Morston Hall – Morston, Norfolk
A long-established jewel of the North Norfolk coast, Morston Hall is the mellow, intimate, beautifully presented fiefdom of Tracy and Galton Blackiston. A five-minute walk from the quay at Morston, the starting point for seal trips, and two miles from Blakeney, the brick and flint 17th-century country house is embellished by airy conservatory extensions that overlook the pretty gardens. Inside, all is calm, the sofas are squashy and the welcome warm. The relaxing, stress-free bedrooms, in country-house style, are spacious and comfortable, with pampering extras, and include six stylish suites in a garden pavilion, a short walk from the main house. As for Galton’s much-loved food (he has held a Michelin star for the past 18 years), it remains the principal draw of Morston Hall, and dinner here is always a memorable event. His signature dishes include braised belly of pork with apple soup and garlic purée and fresh cherry clafoutis… you may have your own favourites. Doubles from £350.
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Name to Know: Owner and chef Galton Blackiston. Ask him where his favourite place in Norfolk is or what is currently growing in the kitchen garden.
See: Take a trip back in time and travel along the coast on the North Norfolk steam railway or visit to the acclaimed Pensthorpe Natural Park.
Eat: Enjoy a fine Michelin-starred meal in the restaurant or orangery with dishes freshly prepared from a plethora of local ingredients.
Buy: A selection of Galton’s Goodies including, homemade chocolates, jams and his cookery books which contain many tasty recipes to reproduce in your own home.
Want to find out more? Visit the hotel's website.
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