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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.
Plan your stay on the Norfolk Coast
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
Hindringham Hall Gardens
Shortlisted for Historic House Garden of the Year Award 2020 Shortlisted for Historic House Garden of the Year Award 2020
Pensthorpe
Pensthorpe offers an action-packed day out for the whole family. Explore magical gardens,… Pensthorpe offers an action-packed day out for the whole family. Explore magical gardens,…
Pensthorpe
Pensthorpe offers an action-packed day out for the whole family. Explore magical gardens,…
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Visit the UK’s largest dinosaur-themed adventure Park in Lenwade, near Norwich! Visit the UK’s largest dinosaur-themed adventure Park in Lenwade, near Norwich!
Barsham Brewery Taproom & Shop
At Barsham Brewery we've been brewing craft beers and ales on our West Barsham Estate in North… At Barsham Brewery we've been brewing craft beers and ales on our West Barsham Estate in North…
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
Great Yarmouth Racecourse
Great Yarmouth Racecourse and Conference Centre is one of Norfolk's premier destinations, offering…
Norfolk Coast Holiday Cottages
Norfolk Coast Holiday Cottages offer holiday properties of character which have a particular…
Amazona Zoo
Amazona Zoo in Cromer, Norfolk, is one of the county’s most unique and fun days out where families…
The Kings Head Country Hotel
Warm welcome awaits you at the family-run The Kings Head Country Hotel
Church Farm Rare Breeds Centre - Stow Bardolph
A wonderful farm park for the whole family to enjoy
Barn Drift
This luxurious barn conversion offers exceptional accommodation in a stunning setting over looking…
Stories & Inspiration from Norfolk Coast
May half term adventures with the National Trust
Posted: 7th May 2026
Families looking for memorable days out this May half term will find plenty to enjoy at National… Families looking for memorable days out this May half term will find plenty to enjoy at…
May half term adventures with the National Trust
Posted: 7th May 2026
Families looking for memorable days out this May half term will find plenty to enjoy at National…
Where to find Boudicca and Romans in Norfolk
Posted: 4th May 2026
Find Roman history including the largest remaining Roman site in the British Isles and discover…
100 things to do on the Norfolk coast
Posted: 1st May 2026
You’re coming to the Norfolk coast and you haven’t done your research yet. Don’t despair. Let the…
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Points Of Interest in Norfolk Coast
Cley-next-the-Sea Beach
Cley-next-the-Sea Beach lies east of Wells on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly shingle…
Sheringham Beach
Sheringham Beach sits below the town centre on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is a mix of pebbles…
Winterton-on-Sea Beach
Winterton-on-Sea Beach lies north of Hemsby on the Norfolk Coast and is backed by dunes. The beach…
Sea Palling Beach
Sea Palling Beach is a wide sandy beach on the Norfolk Coast. Offshore rock reefs create calmer…
Hemsby Beach
Hemsby Beach lies north of Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly sandy and…
Happisburgh Beach
Happisburgh Beach lies beneath the red and white striped lighthouse on the Norfolk Coast. The…
Holkham Beach
Holkham Beach is one of the widest and most open beaches on the Royal Norfolk Coast. It is backed…
Salthouse Beach
Salthouse Beach sits between Cley-next-the-Sea and Kelling on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is…
Mundesley Beach
Mundesley Beach sits below the village on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly sandy with…
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