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Norfolk Coast

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The Norfolk Coast

Huge sandy beaches, tidal salt marshes, soaring cliffs, shingle spits and higgledy-piggledy, multi-coloured beach huts set the tone along this inspiring seashore. It’s a place for coastal paths, bracing sea air and days built around nature, with nationally recognised nature reserves such as Cley Marshes and boat trips to see the British Isles’ biggest seal colony. The beaches are made for wandering, whether you’re following the tide, hunting for fossils on the Deep History Coast, watching the light change or simply lingering with a flask. Succulent seafood comes from the world’s longest chalk reef. National Trust estates including Blickling, Sheringham Park and Felbrigg, picturesque villages and characterful market towns, invite slower exploration. If you’re after a Norfolk break that feels fresh and elemental, the coast delivers it in every season, with space to do it your way.

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All your questions about The Norfolk Coast answered, plus advice on how to plan your trip and things to do.

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Top Attractions in Norfolk Coast

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Sailing and powerboat tuition

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Attractions

Faire Sailing Ltd

Sailing and powerboat tuition

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Great Yarmouth Racecourse and Conference Centre is one of Norfolk's premier destinations, offering…

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Attractions

Great Yarmouth Racecourse

Great Yarmouth Racecourse and Conference Centre is one of Norfolk's premier destinations, offering…

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Shortlisted for Historic House Garden of the Year Award 2020

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Attractions

Hindringham Hall Gardens

Shortlisted for Historic House Garden of the Year Award 2020

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At Barsham Brewery we've been brewing craft beers and ales on our West Barsham Estate in North…

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Barsham Brewery Taproom & Shop

At Barsham Brewery we've been brewing craft beers and ales on our West Barsham Estate in North…

Businesses in Norfolk Coast

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Food & Drink

Beechwood Hotel

Welcome to the Beechwood Hotel, an exclusive country house hotel in the small market town of North…

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Attractions

Great Yarmouth Racecourse

Great Yarmouth Racecourse and Conference Centre is one of Norfolk's premier destinations, offering…

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Accommodation

Big Domain

Find large luxury houses and group accommodation perfect for any occasion - experts in bringing…

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Accommodation

Ivy Farm Holiday Park

Set in the heart of a conservation area known as 'Poppyland'. Family run for 50 years. We offer…

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Attractions

Bishop’s Boats Seal Trips

See the Blakeney Point seals in their natural environment, basking on the Blakeney Point or…

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Accommodation

Sowerbys Holiday Cottages

Independent and local, we are north Norfolk's leading holiday cottage agency. Discover the place…

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Accommodation

Weybourne Forest Lodges

We are a small family-owned company, established for over 20 years, providing self-catering…

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Accommodation

Woodhill Park

Located on a breathtaking cliff top location, Woodhill Park has magnificent views of the coastline…

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Attractions

Cycle Breaks

Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from…

Stories & Inspiration from Norfolk Coast

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Posted: 15th Oct 2026

Norfolk on the east coast may well be the bird spotting capital of Britain – it’s a birdwatchers’…

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Nature + Wildlife

Where is the best birdwatching in Norfolk

Posted: 15th Oct 2026

Norfolk on the east coast may well be the bird spotting capital of Britain – it’s a birdwatchers’…

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History + Heritage

Where to find Nelson in Norfolk

Posted: 1st Oct 2026

‘I am myself a Norfolk man and glory in being so,’ said Admiral Lord Horatio Nelson of his native…

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Nature + Wildlife

Where are the best walks in Norfolk

Posted: 18th Sept 2026

The Norfolk Trails network brings together over 1200 miles of walks, cycle and bridle routes…

Events in Norfolk Coast

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Hippodrome Circus Halloween Norfolk Great Yarmouth
Circus

Halloween Spectacular

Date: 22nd Oct - 1st Nov 2026

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Christmas

Christmas Circus & Water Spectacular

Date: 3rd Dec 2026 - 5th Jan 2027

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Family

Sleeping Beauty: The Pantomime

Date: 19th Dec - 24th Dec 2026

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Arts & Crafts

Pottery Wheel Throwing Workshops

Date: 21st Nov - 21st Nov 2026

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Christmas

Christmas Show

Date: 14th Nov - 28th Dec 2026

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Culture & Arts

Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton and Cream

Date: 16th Apr - 16th Apr 2027

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Sports & Adventure

Parkrun

Date: 31st Oct - 31st Oct 2026

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Culture & Arts

Song Sung Blue

Date: 22nd May - 22nd May 2027

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Culture & Arts

Legends of Motown

Date: 19th Sept - 19th Sept 2027

Points Of Interest in Norfolk Coast

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Mundesley Beach

Mundesley Beach sits below the village on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly sandy with…

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Winterton-on-Sea Beach

Winterton-on-Sea Beach lies north of Hemsby on the Norfolk Coast and is backed by dunes. The beach…

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Salthouse Beach

Salthouse Beach sits between Cley-next-the-Sea and Kelling on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is…

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Happisburgh Beach

Happisburgh Beach lies beneath the red and white striped lighthouse on the Norfolk Coast.  The…

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Hemsby Beach

Hemsby Beach lies north of Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly sandy and…

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Cromer Beach

Cromer Beach lies below the town and its Victorian pier on the Norfolk Coast.  At low tide, firm…

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Overstrand Beach

Overstrand Beach lies east of Cromer on the Norfolk Coast and is backed by low cliffs. The…

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Sheringham Beach

Sheringham Beach sits below the town centre on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is a mix of pebbles…

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Holkham Beach

Holkham Beach is one of the widest and most open beaches on the Royal Norfolk Coast. It is backed…

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