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Need To Know

✓Barn conversion property with views across the fields
✓All accommodation on the ground floor with level access
✓Private on-site parking with 3 parking spaces
✓Secure bike store available on-site
✓Enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture
✓Gas barbecue provided for outdoor cooking
✓4 bedrooms: 1 kingsize (5ft), 1 double (4ft 6in), 1 with 2 single beds (3ft each), 1 bunk bed (3ft each)
✓2 full bathrooms including bath, shower cubicle, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Additional separate toilet available
✓Living room equipped with 42" Freeview TV, DVD player, and electric fire
✓Kitchen/dining room with electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, and washing machine
✓Oil central heating throughout the property
✓Electricity included in the rental price
✓Wi-Fi internet access included
✓Bed linen and towels provided and included
✓Travel cot and highchair available for families with babies
✓Welcome pack included on arrival
✓Pets allowed: up to 2 small dogs, pets stay free of charge
✓No smoking policy throughout the property
✓Check-in time after 16:00 and check-out before 09:00
✓Close proximity to Peddars Way bridle path, ideal for dog walking and cycling
✓Nearby amenities: nearest shop 1½ miles, nearest pub and restaurant ¾ mile
✓Nearby outdoor activities include fishing within 5 miles and golf nearby
✓Nearest beach 25 miles away, with Hunstanton seaside resort about 35 minutes drive
✓Additional coastline wildlife area about 15 minutes drive along the coast from Hunstanton
✓Suitable for family retreats, dog walkers, and cyclists
✓Customers’ Choice award winner for multiple years (2020, 2022, 2023, 2024) with overall rating 4.8 out of 5

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Local Insights: Greenacre Barn

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Dereham, East Anglia

Weather & Local Conditions

16°C

Overcast

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 2:55am

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16.00°C

Temperature

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18 km/h

Wind Speed

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92%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Greenacre Barn sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

68m

(223 feet above sea level)

Greenacre Barn sits in a peaceful East Anglia setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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68m

Elevation

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Dereham

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Dereham are typical East Anglia lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 52.6414440° N | Longitude: 0.70685° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Dereham (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

3:48am

Sunrise

7:17pm

Golden Hour

8:17pm

Sunset

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3:48am

Sunrise

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8:17pm

Sunset

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7:17pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:17pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Dereham, you have approximately 16.48 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Greenacre Barn.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural East Anglia. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About Greenacre Barn

Need To Know

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Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Greenacre Barn

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Greenacre Barn Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

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