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Pretty Corner Wood near Sheringham. PHOTO: ANTONY KELLY

7 of Norfolk's prettiest secret spots where you can escape the crowds

Financial expert Peter Sharkey says equity release is a great way to afford bucket list items during retirement

Financial expert Peter Sharkey says equity release is a great way to afford bucket list items during retirement

OPINION: Using equity release to achieve life goals

Equity Release offers a potential route back to normality, argues Peter Sharkey

Equity Release offers a potential route back to normality, argues Peter Sharkey

OPINION: Decimated pension? There’s a possible solution

Holt has been named as one of the best places to live in England

Holt has been named as one of the best places to live in England

10 Norfolk locations named among best places to live in England

BBC Springwatch presenters Chris Packham and Michaela Strachan at the Wild Ken Hill estate in west Norfolk

BBC Springwatch presenters Chris Packham and Michaela Strachan at the Wild Ken Hill estate in west Norfolk

BBC Autumnwatch to explore impact of devastating Norfolk wildfires

Renegogiating monthly subscriptions and switching off energy-consuming devices could help you save money, says financial expert Peter Sharkey

Renegogiating monthly subscriptions and switching off energy-consuming devices could help you save money, says financial expert Peter Sharkey

OPINION: Switching on to switching off

Second-hand car prices have risen dramatically since the pandemic due to microchip shortages

Second-hand car prices have risen dramatically since the pandemic due to microchip shortages

OPINION: How to save money as used car values surge

Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II

Imelda Staunton as Queen Elizabeth II

Netflix slammed for 'tasteless' new scene in The Crown after Queen's death

$Here are seven signs you\'re from Norfolk$ $Here are seven signs you\'re from Norfolk$

'Bishy barnabee!' - 7 signs you're from Norfolk

Financial expert Peter Sharkey looks at rising energy bills including how much it will now cost to run a fridge-freezer

Financial expert Peter Sharkey looks at rising energy bills including how much it will now cost to run a fridge-freezer

OPINION: Look after the pennies...

TikToker Caroline Butler has revealed her favourite charity shops in Norfolk

TikToker Caroline Butler has revealed her favourite charity shops in Norfolk

Bargain hunting TikToker reveals best charity shops to visit in Norfolk

Financial expert Peter Sharkey explains how you can pay off credit card in debt with equity release from smartER

Financial expert Peter Sharkey explains how you can pay off credit card in debt with equity release from smartER

OPINION: Consolidating debt? Consider the 'smartER' option

Norfolk has been named one of the best places for an autumn holiday

Norfolk has been named one of the best places for an autumn holiday

Norfolk named alongside Tenerife and Portugal as top autumn getaway

Financial expert Peter Sharkey explains how you could save on your car insurance

Financial expert Peter Sharkey explains how you could save on your car insurance

OPINION: How motorists can save £300+ on car insurance

Equity release has become a popular method for property owners aged 55+ to release tax-free funds from their property and effectively reduce future Inheritance Tax liability for their children

Equity release has become a popular method for property owners aged 55+ to release tax-free funds from their property and effectively reduce future Inheritance Tax liability for their children

How to avoid a 40pc tax on your home

BBC One has suspended regular programming today

BBC One has suspended regular programming today

BBC, ITV and Channel 4 TV programming changed after death of Queen

Jessie Buckley and Adam Buxton are among those you may spot in Norfolk

Jessie Buckley and Adam Buxton are among those you may spot in Norfolk

7 celebrities you might spot in Norfolk

Financial expert Peter Sharkey argues nuclear reactors could ensure the UK becomes self-sufficient in energy production by 2035

Financial expert Peter Sharkey argues nuclear reactors could ensure the UK becomes self-sufficient in energy production by 2035

OPINION: Dramatic action needed on UK fuel security

Not searching for alternative car and home insurance options is costing people hundreds of pounds a year

Not searching for alternative car and home insurance options is costing people hundreds of pounds a year

OPINION: Car insurance savings could reach £319

Andy Betts has built a cocktail bar in a shepherd's hut in his garden

Andy Betts has built a cocktail bar in a shepherd's hut in his garden

Antique dealer builds 'ultimate man cave' in shepherd's hut in his garden

Filming underway for The Chemistry of Death in Old Buckenham.

Filming underway for The Chemistry of Death in Old Buckenham.

What we know so far about major Paramount series filming in Norfolk

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about lasting power of attorney

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about lasting power of attorney

What should I do with my father's finances?

Financial expert Peter Sharkey discusses why a broker's advice can be invaluable for saving on mortgages and car insurance

Financial expert Peter Sharkey discusses why a broker's advice can be invaluable for saving on mortgages and car insurance

OPINION: Broker’s advice remains invaluable

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about the Nil Rate Band (NRB)

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about the Nil Rate Band (NRB)

Can I use my late husband's unused Inheritance Tax allowance?

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about Buy to Let mortgages

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about Buy to Let mortgages

Can I get a Buy to Let mortgage for a rental property?

How many of these unusual laws have you broken?

How many of these unusual laws have you broken?

How many of these 11 bizarre UK laws have you broken?

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about key person protection

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about key person protection

Should I get key person protection insurance?

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about the cap on care fees due to be introduced in 2023

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about the cap on care fees due to be introduced in 2023

How will the new cap on care fees affect me?

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about life insurance cover

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about life insurance cover

What types of life insurance are available?

Rebecca Heath of Hestia Patisserie is creating an afternoon tea picnic at Morley Village Hall filled with her signature sweet and savoury bakes

Rebecca Heath of Hestia Patisserie is creating an afternoon tea picnic at Morley Village Hall filled with her signature sweet and savoury bakes

Norwich pastry chef hosting the 'ultimate indulgent picnic'

Financial expert Peter Sharkey says you should make sure your home insurance policy covers accidental damage

Financial expert Peter Sharkey says you should make sure your home insurance policy covers accidental damage

OPINION: New wave of DIY expected as property values stall

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about tracking down old pension funds

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about tracking down old pension funds

How can I track down old pensions?

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about deliberate deprivation of assets and home ownership

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about deliberate deprivation of assets and home ownership

Should we transfer home ownership to avoid care fees?

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about Lifetime Lending and Equity Release

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about Lifetime Lending and Equity Release

Is Lifetime Lending a good idea?

Financial expert Peter Sharkey explains why your home might be at risk of under-insurance

Financial expert Peter Sharkey explains why your home might be at risk of under-insurance

OPINION: Homeowners risk being under-insured

Financial expert Peter Sharkey explores how motorists can save cash with Moneymapp.com

Financial expert Peter Sharkey explores how motorists can save cash with Moneymapp.com

OPINION: How 'under the cosh' motorists can save cash

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about acting as a financial Power of Attorney

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about acting as a financial Power of Attorney

Should I be my uncle's financial Power of Attorney?

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about investing in Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs)

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about investing in Venture Capital Trusts (VCTs)

Should I invest in a Venture Capital Trust (VCT)?

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about saving with an ISA

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about saving with an ISA

ISAs explained: Should I open a savings account?

Financial expert Peter Sharkey offers an easy way to save on your car insurance

Financial expert Peter Sharkey offers an easy way to save on your car insurance

OPINION: How to save £290 on your car insurance

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about setting up a trust for your heirs

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about setting up a trust for your heirs

How can I ensure my estate will be used wisely by my beneficiaries?

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about model investment portfolios

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about model investment portfolios

Should I use a model portfolio for my investments?

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about managing mortgage repayments

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about managing mortgage repayments

How can we keep up on our mortgage payments?

The Queen's Teatime Afternoon Tea at The Assembly House in Norwich

The Queen's Teatime Afternoon Tea at The Assembly House in Norwich

5 of the poshest places for afternoon tea in Norfolk

Ian Limmer, centre, Peter Beales Roses nursery manager, and some of the team celebrating winning the President's Award for the best exhibit at the Chelsea Flower Show. From left, Vaughn Limmer, head gardener; Mat Nicholas, production assistant; Neal

Ian Limmer, centre, Peter Beales Roses nursery manager, and some of the team celebrating winning the President's Award for the best exhibit at the Chelsea Flower Show. From left, Vaughn Limmer, head gardener; Mat Nicholas, production assistant; Neal

Celebrities pictured loving Norfolk grower's roses at Chelsea Flower Show

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about the Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB)

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about the Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB)

What is the Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB)?

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about financial planning and investments

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about financial planning and investments

Where should I invest my inheritance?

The knowledge that your family will be looked after should something untoward happen is undoubtedly comforting, says financial expert Peter Sharkey

The knowledge that your family will be looked after should something untoward happen is undoubtedly comforting, says financial expert Peter Sharkey

OPINION: The price of happiness and contentment

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about pension scams and fraudsters

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about pension scams and fraudsters

Should I move my pension into a bank scheme?

Those living on fixed incomes, including pensioners, are facing a cost of living squeeze, says financial expert Peter Sharkey

Those living on fixed incomes, including pensioners, are facing a cost of living squeeze, says financial expert Peter Sharkey

OPINION: Inflationary pressure mounts

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about your workplace pension scheme

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about your workplace pension scheme

Can I still build my work pension fund at age 66?

Financial expert Peter Sharkey argues that sorting out a self-invested personal pension could be an excellent Bank Holiday project to save you money

Financial expert Peter Sharkey argues that sorting out a self-invested personal pension could be an excellent Bank Holiday project to save you money

OPINION: A potentially profitable Bank Holiday plan

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about health insurance cover as a sole trader

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about health insurance cover as a sole trader

Can I get insurance to cover illness as a sole trader?

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about how a poor credit score might affect the chances of getting a joint mortgage

Ask the expert at Smith & Pinching about how a poor credit score might affect the chances of getting a joint mortgage

Will poor credit rating affect our joint mortgage application?