Slip effortlessly into the comforts of the English countryside at The Dales, hidden away in beautiful parkland. Here you will be welcomed, cosseted, well fed and refreshed by staff whose careful attention makes a stay a pleasure.

From breathtaking views from your room to afternoon tea in the lounge, there are many little details that are the hallmarks of a relaxing break away. With fine food and wine, luxurious bedrooms and well-tended gardens, you will soon relax into the delights of this English country house.

Whether you want to explore the Norfolk Broads, visit the coast or just enjoy our extensive grounds, a stay at The Dales is a special treat.

The Dales lies in its own sheltered grounds on the edge of the quiet village of Upper Sheringham. Sheringham Park next door, which was laid out by Humphrey Repton and now looked after by the National Trust, is much visited for spectacular displays of rhododendrons and azaleas in season.

Just a couple of miles away you will find the North Norfolk coast, with its sweeping beaches, magnificent walks and renowned bird reserves. Inland, fine houses, pretty villages and leafy lanes are yours to explore.

The nearby market town of Holt is home to fascinating shops, galleries and cafes. Further afield the medieval city of Norwich is now rated in the top 10 best shopping centres in England.

WEDDINGS

We are an AA 4 Star hotel with two AA rosettes for culinary excellence.

We want your Wedding day to be truly memorable, and therefore will do our best to provide impeccable hospitality cuisine and service.

Nestled in 5 acres of magnificent grounds, adjacent to National Trust Parkland, the Dales Country House Hotel provides the ideal setting for a perfect occasion. Picture yourself, greeting your guests on the well kept lawns, glass of Champagne in hand, a tray of freshly prepared canapés nearby, and the sounds of either live jazz, or relaxing classical music playing.

With the benefit of 21 individually styled luxury en-suite bedrooms for any overnight guests, beautiful food prepared by an award winning chef and the timeless elegance of Upcher's Restaurant, you can be assured of an occasion so special that it will exceed your every expectation.

Personal & Intimate Wedding Venue

Why not make your wedding day extra special by staying the night in one of our Deluxe 4-poster rooms, perhaps with a balcony overlooking the garden and a bathroom with a spa bath!

As we are a small hotel we only sell rooms for a minimum of two nights at a weekend and during the summer. Our nearby sister hotels can accommodate additional guests if required.

Our restaurant, can seat up to 86 people with a top table for sit down meal or fork buffet. However, we can cater for up to 100 people for a finger buffet. We also have garden party tents which can hold up to 120 guests which lend an ‘al fresco’ feel to summer weddings.