A-maize-ing times to be had down on the farm at The Pulham Patch

Hundreds of people have taken on the challenge of mastering a maze since it first opened.

Blessed by the return of warm weather, the Pulham Patch, in Wood Lane, Pulham Market, has given families the perfect excuse to get closer to nature.

As well as a maze built into a maize field, it includes a pick-your-own wildflower meadow.

Annelise Easton, a fifth-generation farmer, whose family have been working the land since the 1920s, said: “We have had more than 1,000 people through, which is brilliant.

“We have had lots of smiling faces enjoying the maze and being able to pick their own wildflowers.”

The idea for the 8.6-acre maze came from the small farm, of 185 acres, needing to diversify and received full planning permission in October.

“We are right beside the A140 so we wanted something that was different to anything around us, would support local businesses and give us another income stream while taking advantage of our location,” said Ms Easton.

The venture, which includes a children’s play area and a knowledge trail, has attracted people from miles around.

“We seem to have drawn people from the likes of Harleston, Diss and Long Stratton and everyone has said it is nice to have something like this in south Norfolk,” added Ms Easton.

“We would like to give a huge thank you to everyone for supporting us as we have put a lot of effort into it and you never know what is going to happen when you open something new like this.”

The maze is open from 10am to 4.30pm every day up until September 3. Entry costs £6 to £8.