North Norfolk
North Norfolk embraces around 400 square miles and is one of the most beautiful coastlines in the UK. As you travel around the area you will come across pretty villages, relatively untouched by modern life, bustling market towns and acres of unspoilt countryside.
Combine with this a huge range of things to do for all the family and it could be the perfect holiday destination for you.
| | A cut above
For those seeking sophisticated exclusivity then the North Norfolk villages of Burnham Market, Blakeney and Cley offer stylish shops and award winning restaurants.
Often referred to as Chelsea on Sea, North Norfolk has become a popular destination for the sophisticated London set and has many celebrity fans.
In the numerous boutiques and galleries you will find beautiful clothes, art and gifts to rival the best Covent Garden has to offer. | Beach fun
North Norfolk is famous for its long, white sandy beaches - the setting for pop videos, movies and lots of happy family days out.
Drive along the coast road and you will come across numerous secluded beaches where privacy is virtually guaranteed.
The wide beaches are washed by safe shallow waters and are perfect for sunbathers, swimmers and those looking for plenty of space to play.
|  | Towns and Villages
North Norfolk has some wonderful and picturesque towns and villages which are perfect for a day out or as the base for your holiday in the county.
Cromer and Sheringham have been popular seaside resorts for almost 200 years and offer a relaxed pace of life for those looking for a really laid back holiday. Both towns have a Blue European Flag for their clean beaches and bathing waters.
Blakeney, Cley and Wells-next-the-sea have are outstanding centres for wildlife and a paradise for birdwatchers. You can take a boat to Blakeney Point to see the seals or try out crabbing on the quayside.
Holt is a small Georgian town which is a great place for shopping or browsing around the many art and crafts galleries. You won't be able to resist the tempting cafes and speciality food shops.
Walsingham is known all over the world as a pilgrimage centre for people of many faiths. There are several religious buildings in the pretty village and the peaceful atmosphere makes Walsingham a perfect place for those who want to escape for a while from the hustle and bustle of the larger resorts.
| | | Staying here
There is wide choice of accommodation in North Norfolk, from exclusive boutique hotels, intimate guest houses, caravan and camping sites, holiday parks and b&bs.
You can search here for places to stay | The natural choice
North Norfolk forms part of the largest coastal nature reserve in England and Wales. Bitterns and terns, oyster catchers, avocets and marsh harriers are among the species which make North Norfolk a prime site for birdwatching.
You can also take a boat out to Blakeney Point to see the seal colony or spend an afternoon following one of the area's many nature trails. | | Where to go?
If youre staying in North Norfolk the choice of attractions and places to visit seems endless.
If you enjoy beautiful houses and stunning gardens then Blicking Hall near Aylsham and Felbrigg Hall near Cromer should not be missed.
If you like animals try the Norfolk Shire Horse Centre at West Runton or for those will a taste for adventure head to Hilltop Outdoor Centre or The Wizard Adventure Maze.
Pensthorpe nature reserve and gardens are a perfect place to enjoy a peaceful walk in complete tranquility or explore the mazes at Priory Maze and Gardens.
The North Norfolk Railway, or Poppy Line, offers a 10½ mile round trip by steam train through the beautiful North Norfolk countryside, taking in Sheringham, Holt, Weybourne and Kelling Heath. | | | 
Useful Links
A happy holiday
Read a report of someone else's happy holiday in North Norfolk
Telegraph Travel
The Poppy Line
The North Norfolk Railway runs from Sheringham to Holt. You can click here for a timetable and details of events.
North Norfolk Railway
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