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NEAR AND FAR

CHAUFFEURS & CHAPERONES 

“At your Service, ready when you are “

Near and Far is Norfolk’s Premier Chauffeur and Chaperone Company and to date has received many accolades ranging from National awards for best new Chauffeur business, Chauffeur Company of the Year, exceptional customer service at the EDP wedding awards and Chris who is the head chauffeur and manager has also been shortlisted in the top 3 for National Professional Driver of the year 2 years running. 

Near and Far are not your average private hire car service as they cater for absolutely anything from airports, seaports, weddings, events, dinners, theatres, holidays, private functions, shoots  and anything that requires that first class transportation. Not only do we drive you, but we look after you like Royalty.

To get a more in depth look at what we do go to the website or phone Chris the Manager.

Mattishall Golf Club is home to Mattishall Golf Academy, a new building full of indoor golfing fun! The Academy has the latest Trackman simulators and a 9-hole indoor mini golf course, both of which can be played come rain or shine. It’s perfect for individuals, friends, families, birthday parties, stag and hen parties or just a fun afternoon/evening out..

Our Indoor Mini Golf course includes a variety of interesting and tricky obstacles for players to putt through, over, under and around! This of which can be enjoyed by all ages, from 5yrs+. Just grab a score card and start putting your way around our 9 hole fun and challenging Indoor Mini Golf course it’s sure to entertain you all…and don’t forget to take that all important photo for the gram on our floral photo wall before or after your game.

Our Trackman simulators give you the chance to play the courses you have dreamt of playing from all over the world. The Trackman system collects, measures and provides data to help you to unleash your true golfing potential. Themed games are another option on the Simulators which are great for the little ones or for anyone who is just looking for some golfing fun. We offer custom fittings and expert coaching is available with our PGA professional on our Simulators too. 

We know golf is a social game, so we’ve made the Academy a place to socialise with its own licensed bar and on-site food including pizzas, burgers and loaded fries. We offer lots of different packages therefore you can combine a indoor mini golf round with a session on our simulators plus a few drinks and a bite to eat.

Mattishall Golf Academy also has a well-stocked shop containing all the clothing and equipment to ensure that you look good and play even better. Ranges include Taylor Made, Callaway and Titleist. Our experienced team are always happy to assist if you have any questions or need any advice.

Coffeesmiths was founded in 2021 by a coffee crazed guy called Arron, that’s me! Having worked in the coffee world since I left University, I have now begun my own coffee-based adventure with Coffeesmiths.

Starting off in a converted Rice Horse Box, I was travelling Norfolk and beyond on the weekends serving my locally roasted coffee. I thought to myself that I could do this full-time, so here we are! Now we have a permanent unit on Market Place in North Walsham along with the trailer which is still in operation at events over East Anglia. 

Coffee has always been the priority. That is why we use only small and local business to source our beans. Using the Broadland Blend from JavaBean who are based in Scottow – we can create incredibly tasty artisan coffee that is unrivalled in freshness. Sometimes only a matter of days pass between the coffee beans being roasted and then served in our Shop and Trailer.

We do not just get our coffee beans from nearby, but our cakes and pastry offering are also both sourced from within 10 miles of Norwich. Again, this guarantees freshness and quality along with a excellent range of Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free options. We change our menu every couple of weeks, however some favourites are Sea Salt Brownies and Vegan Sticky Caramel Buns. 

Our choices don’t stop there. If you like to mix up your coffee and explore into different flavours, then we have you covered! With over 12 syrups to choose from at any one time you can always create your perfect coffee. Allergens are also covered, with Lacto-Free, Almond, Soya, Coconut, Oat and Skimmed milk all available every day. 

Our shop in North Walsham is right in the centre of Market Place, with a beautifully hand-made breakfast bar in the window, which is perfect to perch and enjoy a Flat White and watch the world go by. We will be offering some external seating in the summer months too. Perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast but also if you need to pass an hour by sitting in. There are power sockets and Wi-Fi for those that might be working too. 

There is cheap parking within 3 minutes’ walk, free disabled parking on the Market Place so we are nice and accessible. We are very excited for the Summer approaching and beyond, as we settle in North Walsham and perhaps some other towns in Norfolk soon….!

We look forward to seeing you 

Opening Times

Monday – Friday 07:30 – 16:00

Saturday 08:30 – 16:00

Sunday – CLOSED

The AA 4 Star silver Maids Head Hotel is renowned for being the oldest Hotel in the UK.  The site has been providing hospitality since the early 12th century. With its long history of famous guests, including Edward the Black Prince, Catherine of Aragon and Queen Elizabeth I and tradition of service to the local community, the hotel is filled with character that sets it apart. 

As an independent hotel we pride ourselves on excellent service, attention to detail and flexibility making our guests feel welcome and at ease whilst staying with us. 

Our Chefs understand that every guests needs are different and whilst creating our mouth-watering menus of local produce they will be happy to look after any dietary request.

Our restaurant and bar staff are on hand to recommend the perfect wine to match your meal and will do so by course as required.

In addition to our bedrooms and restaurant the hotel we can cater for up to 120 guests in our versatile event rooms.

Since 2015, the Maids Head has received a multi-million pound makeover, and this has also included investing in Maids Head Experiences. These range from a fine dining experience in the 2 AA Rosette WinePress Restaurant, to a complimentary spin in one of two vintage Bentleys, to borrowing a Bobbin Bike to explore the City at leisure.

All of our event rooms have individual character, combining this with our flexible approach to events we can tailor make bespoke events to match our customers' needs.

The Maids Head Hotel were also winners of the Best Independent Hotel and Investing in Future Tourism Awards 2019.

Broom Boats has been a part of the Brundall boating community for over a century. Our heritage is boat building, but our future is focused on protecting and opening up the Broads waterways for the benefit of its wildlife and people.

We’re reviewing every aspect of how we do business. We aim to bring a greater range of services to our customers and the Brundall community, and to protect the environment of the Broads.

In addition to providing luxury boating holidays, we also maintain and repair all makes and models of boats. For boat owners, we provide a small number of private moorings at our marina on the South Broads.

We have a fleet of 24 luxury hire boats which can be booked throughout the year, alongside electric day boats and fishing boats which are available to hire for days out on the Norfolk Broads.

You can visit local attractions and amenities using your foldable Broom Bike and explore the peace and tranquillity of Norfolk on two wheels. We have recently added the Food Vault to our site, an on site café which serves a range of freshly cooked food, available to both boating holiday customers and passing visitors from the local community. We have also built an indoor seating area for the café. 

We have expanded our range of services by becoming a floating Waterlodge distributor, the perfect way to have a holiday on the water.

We have great belief in young people and are members of the 5%Club. The 5%Club is an organisation which promotes apprenticeships in the UK and we are proud to say 18% of our workforce are apprentices. We want to ensure the valuable skills which our workforce boast are passed on to future generations, maintaining the level of quality which has always been demanded by Broom. The future is in good hands.

Sustainability is always at the forefront of our intentions at Broom Boats, by protecting and caring for our environment, we can ensure it will be here to enjoy for future generations. By using carbon offsetting, ground, air and water source heat pumps, renewable energy, water monitoring and electric transport, we are helping to sustain the natural environment in which we operate.

We welcome visitors to our site in Brundall, many changes have been made over the last two years and we welcome people to visit to see how our site continues to develop. We are lucky to be situated in such a beautiful part of the Norfolk Broads, so visit us for a coffee and watch our marina in operation.

A portrait is much more than a photograph .. it is a there as an investment in your history, for posterity, an heirloom and a treasured memory.

Portraits capture the real you, a thousand stories can be seen in a great photograph. Each time you view your portrait you’ll relive a great memory. 

Your portrait experience will be a laughter-filled day, centred around you and your needs. The session will be fun and natural, with no worries or hurries. The best shots can take a while, but with a sense of fun in a relaxed atmosphere, we’ll work together to capture your true nature and create a portrait telling your story. 

I’m more than used to working with large families, tired babies and grumpy teens! I have years of making even the most camera-shy individuals shine; the day is yours and I will make sure you, your family members or friends all have a wonderful experience. 

Pet Portraits are the perfect way to capture your favourite friend’s unique personality; guaranteed to make you smile each time you view your artwork. 

The best shots come from patience, a healthy sense of humour and a relaxed atmosphere. I am more than used to tenacious terriers, reserved cats and even sleeping reptiles! (The only pet exception is spiders — sorry, I’m an absolute arachnophobe!)

Together, you and your pet will have a great experience, designed around your specifications. Whether you prefer highly stylised imagery, your pet in a natural surrounding or being caught playing mischievously in the studio, your pet’s portrait will capture the essence of the companion you know and love.  

Equine portraits are the perfect way to bring out your horse’s expressive body language and personality. Your portrait in your home will ensure the strong bond between you both is unbroken — whether your horse is in livery or at the bottom of your garden.  Your photography experience will be a wonderful moment to relive and enjoy each time you view the artwork which has encapsulated your horse’s nature. 

Lisa North Photography … in words!

Photography is something I have always relished; there has been a camera in my bag since I can remember. To me, photography immortalises people and animals, a portrait can be held and loved for generations. 

I have been fortunate to work as a professional photographer for over ten years, spending time capturing images in the studio as well as in beautiful country settings ranging from beloved grandparents, family portraits, favourite pets and new parents to create fine art for posterity. 

Living in the rural community of Harleston lends itself to my art; I adore exploring the surrounding countryside and discovering beauty spots perfect for location shoots with animals and families. As an experienced horse and dog owner, I have also become specialised in equestrian and animal photography, which I certainly view more as a love than a job!