There’s something magical about a good book—the way it can transport you to another world, introduce you to unforgettable characters, and leave a lasting impact long after the final page. And we believe that great stories deserve to be shared.
Read it Forward is a brand-new initiative designed to bring a community of guests together through the power of books. Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or just enjoy the occasional holiday read, this is your chance to discover new stories, pass on old favourites, and support a fantastic cause.
On your next visit to Potters, head to The Snug at Hopton-on-Sea or The Orangery at Five Lakes, and you’ll see dedicated bookshelves stocked with an eclectic mix of books, each waiting for their next reader. If one catches your eye, simply snuggle into a comfy chair and lose yourself in a brilliant story!
You can pop it back before you leave or, if you’re not ready to return your latest page-turner, take it home with a £2 minimum donation to the Potters Friends Foundation—our community interest company founded in memory of Brian Potter MBE.
And your contributions are already helping local schools purchase much-needed books for their pupils, spreading the love of reading to children beyond Potters.
Jill O’Loughlin, the brains behind Read It Forward, makes a donation to Hopton Primary School"This money will allow the children to choose from a range of brand-new books and modernise our library. It will make such a difference. Thank you to Potters and all your lovely, generous guests for making this possible."
- Lorna, Senior Teaching Team, Hopton Primary SchoolGot a favourite book collecting dust at home?
Why not bring it along on your next trip to share with a fellow guest? We’d encourage you to add a short note inside too, explaining why it’s special to you, ready for its next reader to discover.
Your note will turn a simple book into a meaningful exchange, creating connections with someone you may never meet while sharing a love for the same story.
You can even send books ahead of your stay by posting them to:
Read it Forward
Potters Resorts Hopton-on-Sea
Coast Road
Great Yarmouth
Norfolk, NR31 9BX
At Potters, we’re always looking for ways to foster a sense of community and give back. Read it Forward does both—it allows guests to connect through books while raising funds to support local children’s education.
So next time you visit, why not pick up a book, leave a book, or pass one forward? Together, we’re spreading the joy of reading, one page at a time.
