Cley Cley–next–the-Sea is an unspoilt Norfolk village and at one time was the centre of a thriving port community but over a number of decades the entrance to the village from the sea became silted up and the marshes increased in size making it a natural sanctuary for the numerous birds which visit it throughout the year. The sea is now held back beyond the marshes.
The National Trust administer this area which is designated one of outstanding natural beauty and attracts ornithologists from all over the country. The charm of the area is its complete unspoilt character where life is leisurely and is suited to people who require a peaceful holiday away from the crowds.
The village has 'a number of small shops and there is a limited public transport service to the larger towns of Holt, Cromer and Sheringham — the latter having two good golf courses.
The village has a beautiful village green, next to the magnificent church.
Cley Windmill - Restaurant
Phone: 01263 740209
Under new ownership.
Cley Windmill now opens the doors of the atmospheric Counting House to non-residents for dinner and cream-teas.
Arrive from 6.45pm and enjoy the spectacular view from the gallery
• Pre-dinner drinks by a roaring fire in the circular sitting room or,in summer, on the lawn looking out over reeds and marshes to the sea
• Dinner served at 7.30pm, booking in advance essential subject to availability
• Our three course set menu of generous, old fashioned home cooking changes daily and uses fresh seasonal produce, sourced locally where possible. As everything is made in our own kitchen, we can cheerfully accomodate
pre-notified dietary preferences.
Cley Windmill also serves a wonderful cream tea in the atmospheric dining room, or outside on the lawns looking out over the reed
beds to the sea.
