Autumn Things To Do in Ringstead & Flock Cottage.
1. Curl up on the sofa with a good book.
Autumn is the perfect time to slow down. Bring along your favourite read or pick from the cottage’s selection, and enjoy the simple pleasure of a story by the fire.
2. Stream your favourite shows and films
With super-fast fibre and Sky Stream, and Netflix, rainy afternoons are made for cosy catch-ups on those series you’ve been meaning to binge. Snuggle up on the sofa with a blanket and let the cottage become your private little cinema.
3. A proper cuppa with biscuits from our welcome hamper
There’s nothing more comforting than a hot cup of The Norfolk Tea on a chilly day. Add in a biscuit (or two) from your welcome hamper, and you’ve got the perfect autumn/winter ritual. You may have even chosen to upgrade to our luxury Norfolk hamper which includes even more local goodies than the standard. Were talking, a delicious local cheese, peters yard crackers, and freshly baked cake.
4. Play classic board games
Switch off from the outside world and bring the family together for a board game night. It’s old-fashioned fun that always makes for good memories.
5. Long lunches at The Gin Trap Inn
Just a walk down the lane, The Gin Trap is a village favourite with roaring fires, hearty seasonal food and, of course, an excellent gin list. Perfect for a relaxed afternoon or evening.
6. Breakfast at The Café in Ringstead
Start your day with a freshly brewed coffee and a hearty breakfast at this local gem, a cosy spot loved by visitors and locals alike.
7. Walk the Peddars Way, or the Ringstead Downs
Pull on your boots and enjoy one of Norfolk’s most beautiful walking routes. In autumn, the hedgerows glow with colour, and the crisp air makes every step refreshing. Migrating birds are flitting at this time and waiting to be spotted.
8. Explore the quiet lanes and countryside
Ringstead is surrounded by tranquil paths and farmland, perfect for short strolls with the dog or leisurely afternoons spotting migrating geese flying overhead.
Tap to see one of our favourite spots
9. Cosy evenings with a glass of wine
After a day of exploring, settle back in the cottage with a glass of something warming. The flicker of the log burner makes the whole place feel extra special in autumn.