What's On Near Happy Valley Norfolk This June?

June is one of the most beautiful times to visit Norfolk. The countryside is in full bloom, the coastline is buzzing with activity and West Norfolk's events calendar is packed with family-friendly festivals, live music, water-sports, markets and outdoor entertainment.

If you're staying at Happy Valley Norfolk this month, you're perfectly placed to explore some of the area's best events, all within around 30 minutes of our luxury glamping cabins.

Here are 12 events worth adding to your June itinerary.

1. Lions Family Fun Day – King's Lynn

Sunday 7 June 2026

A brilliant day out for families in The Walks, King's Lynn. Expect games, entertainment, stalls, activities for children and plenty of community spirit.

Drive from Happy Valley: Approximately 20 minutes

2. Music in the Bandstand – King's Lynn

Every Sunday from 7 June

Pack a picnic and enjoy free live music in the beautiful surroundings of The Walks. Local bands and performers provide the soundtrack to lazy summer afternoons throughout the season.

Drive from Happy Valley: Approximately 20 minutes

3. Manifest Summer Festival – King's Lynn

13 June 2026

A lively (free) community festival featuring live music, family entertainment, food vendors and activities for all ages. It's a fantastic opportunity to experience the local community atmosphere in West Norfolk.

Drive from Happy Valley: Approximately 20 minutes

4. WNSSP Dance Festival – King's Lynn Corn Exchange

16 June 2026

An energetic celebration of dance featuring performances from schools across West Norfolk. This year's theme is "Popstars", promising colourful costumes and plenty of entertainment.

Drive from Happy Valley: Approximately 20 minutes

5. Hanseatic Festival of Water-sports

20–21 June 2026

One of the most exciting events in the region. High-speed powerboats race along the River Great Ouse, reaching speeds of up to 100mph. Visitors can enjoy quayside viewing, live entertainment and a spectacular fireworks display.

Drive from Happy Valley: Approximately 20 minutes

6. Discover King's Lynn Merchants Market

27 June 2026

Browse local artisan products, handmade gifts, crafts, food and drink from independent Norfolk businesses. Perfect for picking up a unique souvenir from your getaway.

Drive from Happy Valley: Approximately 20 minutes

7. Festival Too

27–28 June 2026 (Opening Weekend)

One of the UK's largest free music festivals returns to King's Lynn. Festival Too attracts thousands of visitors with live music, family entertainment and an incredible atmosphere. The opening weekend takes place at King's Staithe Square before the festival continues into July.

Drive from Happy Valley: Approximately 20 minutes

8. Run Sandringham 24

June 2026

Set within the stunning Sandringham Estate, this endurance running event welcomes participants and spectators alike. Even if you're not taking part, it's a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the estate and soak up the atmosphere.

Drive from Happy Valley: Approximately 15 minutes

9. Explore Sandringham Estate Events

Throughout June

The Sandringham Estate hosts a variety of seasonal events, outdoor activities and visitor experiences throughout the summer months. Whether you're interested in gardens, history or family days out, it's always worth checking what's happening during your stay.

Drive from Happy Valley: Approximately 15 minutes

10. Holt Sunday Market

28 June 2026

If you fancy a scenic drive across North Norfolk, Holt's popular Sunday Market is filled with local producers, craftspeople and food stalls. It's an excellent way to experience Norfolk's thriving independent business community.

Drive from Happy Valley: Approximately 35 minutes

11. Holkham Garden & Outdoor Living Fair

Mid-June is a fantastic time to visit the nearby Holkham Hall estate, with gardening inspiration, local makers, food stalls and tours.

Drive from Happy Valley: Approximately 35 minutes

12. Norfolk Lavender in Bloom

June is when the lavender fields begin looking their best at Norfolk Lavender near Heacham. This is one of Norfolk's most photographed summer attractions and makes for a beautiful afternoon trip.

Drive from Happy Valley: Approximately 21 minutes

Historic Days Out Near Happy Valley

For guests wanting to mix events with sightseeing, nearby attractions include:

  • Castle Rising

  • Castle Acre Priory

  • The Royal Station

  • Stories of Lynn - Museum and Old Gaol Cells

Make a Weekend of It

One of the best things about staying at Happy Valley Norfolk is having easy access to both the Norfolk coast and the historic market town of King's Lynn. Many of June's biggest events are less than 20 minutes away, meaning you can spend the day exploring and return to your private hot tub, firepit and peaceful countryside surroundings in the evening.

Whether you're planning a family getaway, a romantic escape or a weekend with friends, June is the perfect time to discover everything West Norfolk has to offer.

Looking for somewhere special to stay? Explore our luxury glamping cabins and book your June escape today.

Next availability: stay from Monday 8th June or Monday 22nd June in one of our luxury hot tub cabins and enjoy everything Norfolk in June has to offer. Book here.

10 Tips for Curating a Successful Stall at a Second Hand Market

If you’re not sure how to maximise your profits when selling second-hand clothing, this blog post is for you. In preparation for our Pre-Loved Pop-Up Market this Sunday, we’ve put together some tips on curating a successful stall that your customers (and your piggy bank) will love!

CURATE, CURATE, CURATE!

It’s really worth thinking about how you set your items out and how they will look together either on a rail or a table. For clothes, consider arranging them by colour palette for an immediate visual hook that will draw customers towards your stall. For table displays, consider lifting some items higher than others by using boxes beneath a table cloth to add height.

THINK ABOUT THE SEASON WE’RE IN

It’s almost spring, so your chunky knitwear and Borg coats may not spark as much interest as your summer dresses and sandals. Homeware, decorations or party supplies for upcoming seasonal holidays (Mother’s Day, Easter etc) are also worth putting in the spotlight.

ENSURE YOUR OFFERINGS ARE CLEAN AND WELL-PRESENTED

There’s nothing that’ll put a customer off faster than browsing a stall and noticing rips, stains and/or odours. Ensuring your clothes are all washed, ironed and presented nicely will keep your customer browsing. It’s also worth making one final check for broken zips or pulled threads when your stall is ready to go.

DON’T ‘OVERSTUFF’ YOUR STALL!

Think about approaching your stall as a customer - does it look cluttered? By making sure your items are all presented well, you avoid the customer feeling overwhelmed and they are more likely to stay and browse. Think about creating the sort of environment you’d like to shop in and going from there.

DON’T FORGET YOUR FLOAT

Card payments are not the norm at a second-hand market, so ensure you have plenty of cash in your float in the form of pound coins and notes. Think about your pricing when it comes to putting your float together. For example, if you’re pricing things around the £5 mark, ensure you have lots of £1 coins as well as £10 notes and £5 notes. If you have lots of £1 toys or books, having a handful of 50p coins and 20p coins will be useful.

BE PREPARED FOR HAGGLERS

It’s a thrifters right to haggle, so be prepared on what you’re willing to offer them. Do you have high-end items that are non-negotiate on price? If so, consider putting them on their own separate rail. Sticking to your guns is fine, just remember to be respectful! And if you’re willing to negotiate then have an idea of these prices before the customer asks.

NO PRESSURE ENVIRONMENT

It’s important to strike a good balance between not being too pushy but being around if your customer has any questions. I always find that it’s best to hover nearby with a smile and let your customer know you’re there if they need you.

LABEL, LABEL, LABEL!

Do you have a wide range of clothes in multiple sizes? Labelling your items with a size will help customers make quick decisions. Ensure everything is individually priced with a label for any additional information that may not be immediately available.

TELL YOUR FRIENDS

Tell all your friends where you’ll be setting up a pre-loved stall so that they can make arrangements to come and browse. The more shoppers browsing, the more money you’ll make! So tell your best friends and your loved ones to meet you there.

MAKE NEW FRIENDS!

Get to know your neighbours when setting up and throughout the day. Events at The Cattle Yard always have a big community feel, so be prepared for lots of friendly faces and the possibility of new friendships.

We are so excited to welcome 25 different stalls to the market as well as Poke Nom Adventures who will be setting up with their mouth-watering Hawaiian-inspired Poke bowls! Coffee, tea and cake is being sold in aid of the King’s Lynn Men’s Shed too. So come hungry - grab some lunch and get involved in this exciting community event at Happy Valley Norfolk! See you there this Sunday the 23rd March 11am - 3pm.