With Awards season behind us, and Norwich native Olivia Colman making headlines for her Best Actress winning turn in The Favourite, we thought we'd take a look at some of Norfolk's most famous filming locations - from the Norfolk Broads to Cromer Pier! Norfolk Broads The tranquil Norfolk Broads were the unlikely setting for Stanley Kubrick's 1987 Vietnam War drama, Full Metal Jacket. The Broads...

It’s no secret our Queen is fond of her Norfolk home, Sandringham, found in the North West corner of the county. It’s where she and many of the Royals spend Christmas each year. Her grandfather, George V described it as a “dear old Sandringham, the place I love better than anywhere else”. Although it sounds like George V is speaking about a holiday cottage, these are Royals...

Autumn is here and the tinkly notes of the last ice cream van have faded beyond the horizon.  How sad. It was so hot, like what, two weeks ago!? Now the trees are changing, and the first cases of goose bumps are around. Oh no… …oh well, that’s seasons for you. At Searles we say, bring on autumn – it’s a strong contender for our favourite time of year. True, summer...

Love a trip to the beach, but let’s face it, it’s not quite the same when there are kids in tow! How do you balance keeping them entertained whilst being able to enjoy the beach too?! We all know it can be a major expedition, so planning is key. From the tech entrenched teenager to the tiny tots who require half the car boot space before you begin, below are some ideas where you don&rsquo...

Some well-deserved time off together is the best gift of all for any family this year. In fact, more than any pricey gifts, it is the prospect of a decent lie in or two and all the generations getting together that is really priceless. Whether you spend Christmas at home or spring a special winter break this year, it is well worth having some fun activities and Christmas party games lined up. Here...