Pictures of Sandringham
in the county of Norfolk
About Sandringham
Enchanting estate of over 7,000 acres of breath-taking countryside surrounding a magnificent house which has been the home of four generation of British Sovereigns since it was bought in 1862 for the Prince of Wales, who later became King Edward VII. The estate contains farms and woodlands of several parishes, and a large country park which is free all year to visiting members of the public. It has interesting nature trails, superb wooded areas, heath-land and a visitors centre with a gift shop.
Sandringham House, although a Royal residence does not have the rarefied atmosphere of a grand house, this is largely due to the fact that much of the content and the decor, remain almost as they were in the Victorian and Edwardian era's. A quiet country charm pervades the house and it is easy to imagine the Royals relaxing in this beautiful place. The rooms open to the public on the ground floor, are those used by the Royal Family. The park church, where the Royal Family attend services is quite exceptional. It has a strong spiritual atmosphere and many reminders of its historic past, included in these is an organ that was the last gift of King Edward VII.
Sandringham Estate is within easy driving distance of King's Lynn and can easily be reached from any of the coastal resorts lining The Wash.
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner
Recommended attractions near Sandringham
| Sandringham House | (0.3 miles, 0.5 km) | Pictures |
| Castle Rising Castle | (3.2 miles, 5.1 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Tales of the Old Gaol House | (7.3 miles, 11.8 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Castle Acre Priory | (10.9 miles, 17.6 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Castle Acre Castle | (11.4 miles, 18.3 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
| Holkham Hall | (14.7 miles, 23.6 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Iceni Village & Museum | (16.3 miles, 26.2 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| The Butterfly & Wildlife Park | (16.5 miles, 26.6 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Wells & Walsingham Light Railway | (16.7 miles, 26.8 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Oxburgh Hall | (17.0 miles, 27.4 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Binham Priory | (19.0 miles, 30.5 km, direction NE) | Pictures |
| Bishop Bonner's Cottage | (20.8 miles, 33.4 km, direction SE) | Pictures |
All attractions in SandringhamAll attractions in NorfolkComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Sandringham
Dersingham, in the county of Norfolk (1.2 miles, 1.9 km, direction NW)
The village almost fringes the Queen's Sandringham Estate, it also lies quite close to the sea which gives it an almost jaunty, nautical atmosphere.
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Wolferton, in the county of Norfolk (2.6 miles, 4.2 km, direction W)
There is much in Wolferton to remind visitors of the magnificence of by-gone days. The station was sold and is preserved as a private home and a lovingly restored museum containing many original features.
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Castle Rising, in the county of Norfolk (2.8 miles, 4.6 km, direction SW)
The sea has long since withdrawn from this one-time port, but the superb Norman castle built to protect it still stands.
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Heacham, in the county of Norfolk (5.7 miles, 9.2 km, direction N)
At the heart of Norfolk's Lavender growing industry lies the pretty seaside village of Heacham.
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Hunstanton, in the county of Norfolk (7.8 miles, 12.6 km, direction N)
Hunstanton was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1087 when it would have been little more than a settlement.
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Thornham, in the county of Norfolk (9.6 miles, 15.5 km, direction N)
This is an area renowned for its wild marshes inhabited by a rich variance of bird life, thus Thornham draws to its shores a goodly share of ornithologists who come to see the amazing wildlife of the region.
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Castle Acre, in the county of Norfolk (10.9 miles, 17.5 km, direction SE)
This lovely village is found on the old Peddlers Way which joined Holme-next-the-Sea to the Roman garrison at Colchester.
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Brancaster Staithe, in the county of Norfolk (11.6 miles, 18.7 km, direction NE)
Brancaster Staithe enjoys an enviable position on the north Norfolk coast. It is an enchanting place where the pace of life is...
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Burnham Market, a Picturesque Village in the county of Norfolk (12.0 miles, 19.2 km, direction NE)
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Burnham Overy Staithe, in the county of Norfolk (13.4 miles, 21.5 km, direction NE)
Lying on the broad expanse between Hunstanton and Stiffkey Marshes, is the delightful sailing village of Burnham Overy Staithe from which there are spectacular views towards Scolt Head Island.
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Great Snoring, in the county of Norfolk (15.9 miles, 25.7 km, direction E)
There are two Snoring villages, Little and Great Snoring, between them they share one of the many quaint names in which Norfolk abounds.
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Cockley Cley, in the county of Norfolk (16.1 miles, 25.9 km, direction S)
Cockley Cley is famous for its beautiful reconstruction of a village once lived in by the Iceni tribe at the time of Queen Boudicca.
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Little Snoring, in the county of Norfolk (16.1 miles, 25.9 km, direction E)
There are two Snoring villages, Little and Great Snoring, between them they share one of the many quaint names in which Norfolk abounds.
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Downham Market, a Historic Market Town in the county of Norfolk (16.2 miles, 26.1 km, direction S)
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Wells-next-the-Sea, in the county of Norfolk (16.4 miles, 26.4 km, direction NE)
This is an enchanting seaside resort with old houses, shops and pubs lining the maze of narrow streets leading to the quayside.
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| Kings Lynn Station | (7.0 miles, 11.3 km, direction SW) |
| Watlington Station | (12.2 miles, 19.6 km, direction SW) |
| Norwich Airport | (33.9 miles, 54.5 km, direction E) |
| A1(M) Junction 17 | (40.2 miles, 64.7 km, direction SW) |
| A1(M) Junction 17 | (40.7 miles, 65.4 km, direction SW) |
| Cambridge Airport | (45.3 miles, 72.9 km, direction S) |
| Sandringham to London | (95.2 miles, 153.2 km, direction S) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Sandringham
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Sandringham center |
| Best Western Knights Hill Hotel | (4.0 miles, 6.4 km, direction SW) |
| The Kings Head Hotel | (4.9 miles, 7.9 km, direction NE) |
| Hotel Elizabeth Dukes Head | (7.1 miles, 11.4 km, direction SW) |
| Stuart House Hotel (Ltd) | (7.2 miles, 11.6 km, direction SW) |
| Ramada Kings Lynn | (7.8 miles, 12.6 km, direction SW) |
| Caley Hall Hotel | (8.6 miles, 13.9 km, direction N) |
| Best Western Le Strange Arms Hotel | (8.7 miles, 14.1 km, direction N) |
| The Old Coach House | (9.6 miles, 15.4 km, direction N) |
| Sculthorpe Mill | (12.2 miles, 19.6 km, direction E) |
| The Wensum Lodge Hotel | (13.8 miles, 22.2 km, direction E) |
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