Archive for June 15th, 2010

Iconic Kings Lynn sights shown in a new light by a photo exhibition

Tuesday, June 15th, 2010

Photo by Peter Rye of Lenzman

Kings Lynn Custom House at night

Kings Lynn Custom House at night

Captivating scenes of King’s Lynn by night were unveiled at a special exhibition at the King’s Lynn Custom House this week.

The exhibition, which includes sixteen photographs, was created by King’s Lynn-based Lenzman photographer Peter Rye. Shot by night and making imaginative use of lighting, the images provide a fresh view of King’s Lynn’s historic gems and familiar vistas.

Cllr Jason Law, Cabinet Member for Regeneration, who is responsible for tourism in the borough, said: “The Grade-I-listed Custom House provides a beautiful exhibition space. As it houses the Tourist Information Centre it made perfect sense to include an exhibition like this that really showcases the town’s assets.”

Cllr Law went on to say: “We hope visitors and locals will drop in to explore the exhibition and find out about the many attractions West Norfolk has to offer.”

The exhibition is free of charge and will run until 1 September 2010. The exhibition is open Monday – Saturday 10.00 am – 4.30 pm and Sunday noon – 4.30 pm.  Further information may be obtained from Kings Lynn Tourist Information or visit www.lenzman.com.

Hunstanton B&B celebrates first year in business with a thank you BBQ

Tuesday, June 15th, 2010

Photos by Stella Gooch

John bravely carries on BBQing in the rain

John bravely carries on BBQing in the rain

B&B owner/operators, Liz and John of Ashleigh Lodge wanted to mark their first year in their Hunstanton bed and breakfast business by saying thank you to everyone who had helped them redevelop the original business and become freshly established.  As a result a wonderful BBQ event was organised by the couple from 2pm on a Sunday afternoon. 

All those who had contributed to ensure their success were invited to come along and help them celebrate at their Hunstanton B&B.  Among the guests were other local bed and breakfast owners, Hunstanton Tourist Office, Hunstanton-On-Line and friends and family of Liz and John.  Guests were also invited to take a tour of the lovely guest rooms which had been a year in the making.

Guests enjoying the party

Guests enjoying the party

John – a chef by trade – did a grand job providing wonderful fayre throughout the afternoon.  Despite the periodic deluge, John smiled and carried on with the show and the sun shone through after a time.  The party continued to warm up and got seriously underway by early evening, finally coming to a close around midnight.  Now that’s a party

Guests enjoying the garden at Ashleigh Lodge

Guests enjoying the garden at Ashleigh Lodge

One of the new bedrooms at Ashleigh Lodge

One of the new bedrooms at Ashleigh Lodge