Happy Valley’s Season of Giving Giveaway

Thomas S. Monson once said, “Christmas is the spirit of giving without a thought of getting”. It’s been a tough year and we could all do with a little pick-me-up but sometimes it feels even better to give, than it is to receive.

Whether it’s a neighbour who has checked in on us, a key worker who hasn’t stopped, or a family member delivering food parcels, we all have someone to be grateful for during this time.

What if you could show your appreciation by giving them a gift that didn’t cost you anything? If it sounds like the perfect, win-win situation, it’s because it is.

Happy Valley and Tribe Norfolk have teamed up with some incredibly talented and kind-hearted local suppliers living and working in Norfolk. They’ve all had a challenging year, but they are all about the Christmas spirit and want to help you spread a little cheer.

Each day, from Sunday 13th December until Christmas, we will be giving you the opportunity to nominate a worthy friend to receive a special Christmas treat. This will be featured across our social media channels. All you need to do is like the post on Instagram, follow the supplier and Happy Valley and nominate your friend worthy of the prize – let them know you care and the reasons why. If you see the prize on Facebook or Linked In, tag the friend you’d like to nominate and share the post. A winner will be selected and announced every day and boy do we have some amazing prizes up for grabs.

Nothing ever seems too bad, no mountain seems too hard to climb, when you know there’s someone cheering you on from the side lines. Be that person for someone else this Christmas and nominate them for Happy Valley’s Season of Giving Giveaway.   

With love, Katy, Kirsty and the team at Happy Valley xx

Heres a list of all those getting involved in our Winter Giveaway

Imogen Davison – Sugar Buttons Cakes

Sugar Buttons Wedding Cakes & Courses by Imogen Davison (sugarbuttonscakes.com)

@sugarbuttonscakes

Hannah Hunnam Floristry

Hannah Hunnam Flowers — Norfolk Florist

@hannah.hunnam

Aurora Grey Photography

Documentary wedding photographer | Aurora Grey | England

@auroragreyphoto

Purple Plum Catering

Caterers Norwich, Norfolk - Wedding & Event Catering (purpleplumcatering.co.uk)

@purpleplumcatering

Natalie Boon – WildFolk Florist

Wedding florist Norwich (thewildfolkflorist.co.uk)

@thewildfolkflorist

Lucy Stubbs Farm SFA Alpacas

Stubbs Farm Alpacas

@stubbs_farm_alpacas

Duration Brewing

Farmhouse Family Brewery in Norfolk | Duration Brewing (durationbeer.com)

@durationbeer

Folk in a Field

Folk in a Field Festival | Folkinafield.co.uk | England

@folkinafield

Mason’s Great Events Co

Mason’s Great Event Co. | Wedding & Event Planner | Norwich, Norfolk

@masonsgreateventco

Tribe Norfolk

Shop — Tribe Norfolk

@tribenorfolk

Happy Valley Norfolk

Glamping in Norfolk — Happy Valley Norfolk

@happyvalleynorfolk

Halloween at Happy Valley

Follow us behind the scenes to a Halloween Week at Happy Valley. As Hallows’ Eve falls on the week of October Half Term, it is no surprise that our mini mascots are employed to take part in the mischief and mayhem.

The sun has dawned on Summer and now the moon, wide eyed in wonder, looks down at the scene unfolding. Tiny dew drops of rain can be seen building up on cobwebs of woven silk; nature plays its part as spiders and bats are ready to take their role in this spooky festival.

As the cold air lingers and a foggy mist descends, Annie and Barnaby step into their positions magnificently by brewing the potions (tea and hot chocolate!) and preparing the cauldron for a family feast (pumpkin cookies!). With no cat or ghost in sight, Timber the dog is roped into the day’s ritual and as pumpkin is going spare, he is happy to oblige.

Our first call to arms, is to find our coats, wrap up in a layer of protection from the howling winds, and step into the woodland of whispering trees to find the perfect chestnuts and conkers for our collection. We place these and the acorn leaves into the magician’s hat and utter a chant or two.

With spoons and (adult-supervised) knives at the ready, we carve out some fun by etching into the round, plump, pumpkins at our feet. Scraping out the fluffy, orange innards, we scoop this into our pot and place to one side (this will be noted on our post-Halloween-pumpkin-blog). Our future architect and nine-year-old carpenter, picks up his drill and creates a fiery sky of stars by drilling holes into the pumpkin’s thick skin.

Adorned with a witch’s hat and magic at her fingers tips, Annie brings a glimmer of sparkle to nature as leaves and conkers are coated in gold. The shimmery glow coming from the puddle below hints at the evening to come and a cackle echoes in the air, reverberating throughout the land. It’s almost time.

The candles are lit, sparklers ignite, pumpkins are placed, with fairies and sprite. Our two, adorable children transform into Witch and Magician. Skulls’ eyes are aglow and to the new, log cabin we go. Come friend, come foe, come ghost, come all, this year’s Halloween will be the best of them all!

If you would like to join us for a weekend of magic and fun, we have some last minute availability due to a local lockdown for our unfortunate guests:

Availability: Friday 30th October – Monday 2nd November 2020

Cabins: Woodpecker (£395) or Denver Rest and Tawny Hut (£320) - NOW FULLY BOOKED

To book, please contact hello@happyvalleynorfolk.co.uk / 01485600719

With love,

Katy and Kirsty xx

Location Location Location

In this season of uncertainty, there is an opportunity for growth and creativity. If a picture says a thousand words, then an entire photoshoot can give you a story, and people are looking for this now more than ever before.

While the world is kept inside, we look out towards the light and long to chase the clouds and catch the sun as it sets. We want to see rainbows, vast landscapes, and everything in between. In our enforced bubbles, we turn to family albums, postcards, magazine clippings and the endless reel on Instagram for comfort and for the hope of a better future.

We invite location scouts and managers, photographers, creatives and designers to Happy Valley where the options are endless. Whether you’re looking for a woodland wilderness, a little lake, rustic lodges, vintage barns, industrial spaces or an open field in the middle of nowhere then look no further. There’s an exciting portfolio of unique locations available for film and photographic shoots within this one Norfolk Venue.

Here we highlight the Hay Barn which is a great year round historic barn with a wood burner, bar area and chill out. It’s licensed for Weddings and perfect for a Micro Wedding.

Why not shoot and stay on site. Take a look at our Shepherds Huts, Tree temple and Treehouse HERE

By hiring Happy Valley for the day or week, you can paint people’s screens with positivity and fun with the following photoshoot options:

·       Film location

·       Engagement shoots

·       Commercial photoshoots – Fashion, Wedding, product shoots etc

Set in a rural backdrop of quintessentially English countryside, Happy Valley is a woodland venue like no other. Its nine acres of land offers the perfect chance to capture nature at its best. What’s more, our on-site, luxury glamping accommodation, barn and hot tubs can host your team should you wish to work on a longer project.

We could not wait to get back to being creative and shot a little Autumn shoot in the Hay Barn with some incredibly talented local creatives last week.

Hannah Hunnam is a sustainable florist based in Castle Acre and has a natural eye for creating incredible flower arrangements. Check out her instagram @Hannah.Hunnam to see how she works with colour, movement and flair in a sustainable manner. Here’s a bit more from Hannah -

“I’m an independent florist based in Castle Acre, West Norfolk. I specialise in seasonal, wild and naturalistic floral arrangements - all of which celebrate colour, movement and flair! I’m passionate about sourcing locally grown and British blooms wherever possible, and have built some great relationships with incredible local growers here in Norfolk (I'm also growing what I can in my very small garden!). I take great pride in using sustainable design methods in my work, and avoid using floral foam in all of my arrangements and installations. There are plenty of alternative and creative design solutions available with the aim of lowering our carbon footprint, without having to make any compromises on the quality and style”

Tori Hancock is a UK based wedding and commercial photographer - A little bit from Tori -

“My style focuses on humour, emotion and beauty and is a blend of documentary, fine art photography and photojournalism. I love to get those unique portraits, teary eyes, and fun candid moments. If you're getting married and think you might be interested in me discreetly documenting your special day, why not get in touch. Likewise, if you want to capture some memories of you and your loved one(s), or have a business that you want to be photographed, feel free to drop me a line.” Check out Toris Instagram HERE

For more information or to receive a bespoke quote, please contact: hello@happyvalleynorfolk.co.uk  

INSTAGRAM - @HappyValleyNorfolk

TWITTER - @NorfolkVenue

Halloween Shoot in The Hay Barn at Happy Valley - Photography @torihancock_photography - Flowers @hannah.hunnam

The Gift that keeps on Giving

If you’re searching for a little inspiration this Festive Season our Gift Vouchers will make the perfect addition to the neatly or not so neatly wrapped presents under your tree! Nothing quite says ‘surprise’ like being treated to a romantic retreat in nature after the hustle and bustle of Christmas.

We have a magical mix of characterful cabins to stay in this Winter, ranging from snuggly Shepherds huts for two to lodges with King Sized accommodation. We’re tucked away in the Norfolk countryside with the cosiest hand crafted cabins, locally sourced produce right on your doorstep and the North Norfolk Coast a short drive away. Blow away the Christmas cobwebs with a brisk walk in the woodland or on one of Norfolk’s beautiful beaches. We highly recommend Thornham, Brancaster and Holkham if you’re looking for coastal stretches to explore. With some of the County’s finest restaurants, coffee shops and delicatessens dotted all along the coastline.

Making the most of precious time together at Happy Valley is the gift that will keep on giving this Christmas as you’ll have something to look forward to in the New Year and memories to treasure for years to come! Did we mention we also have a wood fired hot tub tucked away in one of our Forest Glades.. offering the most beautiful spot for star gazing!

With gift vouchers available for any value - don’t get caught up in the Christmas queues… give the gift of comfort and joy! Gift vouchers are valid for 12 months following purchase date allowing plenty of opportunity to be enjoyed.

Our team of Forest Elves will ensure your gift is gratefully received. Please get in touch and we will tailor a voucher just for you!

Telephone: 01485 600719

Email: hello@happyvalleynorfolk.co.uk

Instagram: @happyvalleynorfolk

Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorfolkWeddingVenue/

The Gift of Togetherness this Christmas

We still have some Christmas availability to book your stay together at Happy Valley Norfolk… all dates now online. Set in 9 acres of undisturbed Winter Wonderland you’ll have an abundance of precious time to reconnect with yourselves, each other and nature!

The Woodpecker now comes with the luxury of an en-suite bathroom… perfect for a family of 4 looking to snuggle up together by the fire this Christmas with all of your home comforts taken care of. Woodpecker has a thoughtfully designed wooden kitchenette (fridge, hob, kettle, toaster, utensils, cafetiere… there are always marshmallows for winter warming hot chocolates and toasting by the fire!) dining table, wood burner, and king sized sleeping for adults with separate hand crafted child-friendly bunk beds. Outdoor BBQ and fire-pit, hammock, rope swing, woodland garden, outdoor bbq area. Feel free to give us a call if you'd like anymore info - 01485 600719 (9am - 6pm) or email us hello@happyvalleynorfolk.co.uk

https://www.happyvalleynorfolk.co.uk/woodpecker

Layer up this Christmas and take a stroll through the woodland to experience forest therapy as a family. The Japanese practice Forest Bathing as a healing and preventive health care. It's not hard to see why. Then you can literally bathe in the forest in the wood fired Hot Tub whilst enjoying a spot of star gazing!

Create your family Christmas at Happy Valley to experience uninterrupted woodland magic, comfort and joy!

“Well maintained, every detail carefully presented...a venue where the little things count...
Excellent facilities and nothing too much trouble.
A place you love spending time, rain or shine. Whatever the weather, Happy Valley is the cosiest, most welcoming home from home.” ~ Daisy Line

Wilderness Wedding Fair Norfolk

We're curating the wildest most wonderful wedding talent for our 2020 Wedding Fair... more details coming soon on who will be here on THE day!!

Here at Happy Valley we like to support local and as such are looking to collaborate with Norfolk Suppliers with expertise in...

Wedding Wheels
Cake Making
Hair Styling
Make Up Artistry
Stationary 

If you would like to be part of our Wedding Fair and get your business included on our preferred supplier list for 2020 & 2021 please email Weddings@happyvalleynorfolk.co.uk

We look forward to celebrating what looks set to be a naturally creative day!

The Wilderness Wedding Fair Norfolk

Save the date! On Sunday 26th April 2020 Happy Valley will be throwing a Wedding Fair with a difference… less conventional, more edgy and eco-friendly.

We’re planning a day for Bride Tribes and Couples to enjoy all things Wedding.  We’re a natural Norfolk venue with 2 stripped back barn spaces and luxury glamping cabins that appeal to the wild at heart Bride & Groom.  

Eco blooms by @wildfolk who will be joining our Wedding Fair

We would like to invite local Norfolk vendors to join us for what looks set to be a collaboratively creative day!!

Photo credit to Aurora Grey who will be joining us on the day

There will be bands playing, photography Q&A’s, styling sessions, cake tasting, sumptuous spreads, champagne corks popping and a host of wilderness wedding workshops.

We’re inviting expressions of interest from spectacular Norfolk suppliers. If you’re a Wedding Vendor who has the edge we’d love to hear from you!

To register your interest please contact Weddings@happyvalleynorfolk.co.uk

To Grab your FREE TICKET then enter details HERE

Photo credit to Aurora Grey who will be holding a photography Q & A

Check out this super resource on the positive environmental impact of sustainable weddings…

“The Guide to Sustainable, Zero-Waste, Ethical Weddings”
https://www.77diamonds.com/sustainable-weddings

Get Cosy this Christmas at Happy Valley

Are you looking for somewhere cosy and comfortable for your family to stay this Christmas? Look no further than the pine tree canopy at Happy Valley Norfolk. Wake up on Christmas Day to the sound of bird song and crackling logs on the fire in your hand crafted woodland cabin.

Winter is the snuggest season of all at Happy Valley.  We’re nestled away in the Norfolk countryside with an eclectic mix of the cosiest cabins, a wood fired hot tub for forest bathing and some of the most wonderful woodland walks.

Festive Woodland Walks

Wood Fired Hot Tub

We’re offering a Winter Woodland Exclusive Hire Deal for Christmas 2019. Spend a magical Christmas in the wilderness with your loved ones. Enjoying the peaceful luxury of the entire Norfolk Wildlife Trust Site to yourselves. Wrapping up warm in cosy layers taking walks through the woodland and celebrating all things festive fireside. Please call to take advantage of this Christmas Offer on 01485 600719.

For a little bit of luxury this Christmas Stay in Toad Hall our Luxury Tree House Lodge with under floor heating for that snuggle value, king size accommodation and its own private hot tub. Comfortably sleeps a family of 4-6!

We have gift vouchers available if you’d like to treat someone dear to a stay here in the heart of nature.

To book your cosy Christmas with us please contact one of our friendly forest elves:

Telephone: 01485 600719

Email: hello@happyvalleynorfolk.co.uk

Instagram: @happyvalleynorfolk

Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorfolkWeddingVenue/

Autumnal Wedding Season at Happy Valley

Every season has its own naturally rich offering and Harvest Season is no exception. Witnessing the trees turn from a uniform green to all varieties of gold, yellow and red is a spectacular scene at Happy Valley. The fiery brilliance makes for a striking backdrop when it comes to Wedding photography! During October our colourful canopy welcomed Ange and Den for their Autumnal Wedding celebrations.

Ange and Den opted for an intimately stylish Wedding with a party of 50 closest family and friends. Making the most of our cosy Hay Barn for their on-site ceremony and dressing the Dutch Barn for their Wedding Dinner. LilWall’s Hog Roast a catering company from Norwich looked after guests appetites, ensuring they were all well fed with hearty locally reared food!

Wedding Catering by Lilwall’s Hog Roast

Flowers & foliage artfully arranged by Wild Folk

Bow ties & Button holes

The autumnal florals were artfully arranged by Norwich based Eco Florist WildFolk. Natalie from WildFolk specialises in Wild and Seasonal Wedding flowers with each bloom lovingly home grown. WildFolk’s flowers are perfect for eco-conscious couples who have an appreciation for the freshest sustainable florals that are chemical free and in season!

The Little Lending Company - a West Norfolk based alternative hire company, styled our Dutch Barn to create a rustic laid back vibe with their range of decor accessories. Penny’s background in fashion design trained her creative eye and now she lends her styling talents to anything a little bohemian, authentic and cool in the world of weddings. Here at Happy Valley we have an eclectic mix of props to co-create your dream wedding vision, from benches and barrels to wooden trestle tables and chairs for sipping and grazing.

Props by Happy Valley Norfolk // Accessories & Styling by The Little Lending Company

With so much creative talent on offer in Norfolk it’s of no surprise to see that couples of supporting local wherever possible and opting for more sustainably stylish Weddings. As a Norfolk Wildlife Trust site we are all about eco-friendly and welcome weddings for the more conscientious couple throughout the seasons. Although the Autumnal Wedding trend is very much in season!

We have some availability left for 2020 Weddings during September to December. To arrange your viewing of our unique barn venue and glamping accommodation please contact our Wedding Team:

Telephone: 01485 600719

Email: hello@happyvalleynorfolk.co.uk

Instagram: @happyvalleynorfolk

Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorfolkWeddingVenue/

Simply stylish eco-friendly florals