Great Yarmouth and Breydon Water
Great Yarmouth
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Great Yarmouth
Great Yarmouth is a traditional seaside resort in Norfolk, England, famous for its sandy beaches and Golden Mile of attractions, rides and amusements.
The town has a rich history that can be seen at St Nicholas Minster, the largest parish church in the country, the Gaolhouse, Elizabethan House Museum and award-winning Time and Tide Museum. Just outside the town is Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens, Pleasurewood Hills and Hirstys Family Fun Park.
Attractions include the Hippodrome Circus, Sea Life Centre, Great Yarmouth Racecourse and Pleasure Beach with its famous wooden rollercoaster.
The town is on the Wherry Line railway from Norwich.
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Top Attractions in Great Yarmouth
Great Yarmouth Racecourse
Great Yarmouth Racecourse and Conference Centre is one of Norfolk's premier destinations, offering… Great Yarmouth Racecourse and Conference Centre is one of Norfolk's premier destinations,…
Great Yarmouth Racecourse
Great Yarmouth Racecourse and Conference Centre is one of Norfolk's premier destinations, offering…
The Hippodrome Circus
The Hippodrome in Great Yarmouth, built in 1903, Britain's last stand alone circus building hosting… The Hippodrome in Great Yarmouth, built in 1903, Britain's last stand alone circus building…
The Hippodrome Circus
The Hippodrome in Great Yarmouth, built in 1903, Britain's last stand alone circus building hosting…
Featured Events in Great Yarmouth
Halloween Hoot
Date: 17th Oct - 31st Oct 2026
Prepare for a day of pumpkins and play this Halloween at Hirsty’s! Prepare for a day of pumpkins and play this Halloween at Hirsty’s!
The Art of Roller Skating by Debby Besford
Date: 26th Sept 2026 - 18th Apr 2027
Step into the world of artistic roller skating through the lens of award-winning photographer Debby… Step into the world of artistic roller skating through the lens of award-winning photographer…
Featured Businesses in Great Yarmouth
Hirst’s Farm Shop & Cafe
Farm Shop stocked with locally sourced, fresh and quality produce. Located on a working Farm with… Farm Shop stocked with locally sourced, fresh and quality produce. Located on a working Farm…
Hirst’s Farm Shop & Cafe
Farm Shop stocked with locally sourced, fresh and quality produce. Located on a working Farm with…
Great Yarmouth Racecourse
Great Yarmouth Racecourse and Conference Centre is one of Norfolk's premier destinations, offering… Great Yarmouth Racecourse and Conference Centre is one of Norfolk's premier destinations,…
Great Yarmouth Racecourse
Great Yarmouth Racecourse and Conference Centre is one of Norfolk's premier destinations, offering…
Vauxhall Holiday Park – Parkdean Resorts
Five Star Vauxhall Holiday Park in Great Yarmouth, jam-packed with activities and only minutes away… Five Star Vauxhall Holiday Park in Great Yarmouth, jam-packed with activities and only minutes…
Vauxhall Holiday Park – Parkdean Resorts
Five Star Vauxhall Holiday Park in Great Yarmouth, jam-packed with activities and only minutes away…
Eastwood Whelpton Sailing
Eastwood Whelpton offers boat hire, sailing holidays and experiences on the Norfolk and Suffolk… Eastwood Whelpton offers boat hire, sailing holidays and experiences on the Norfolk and…
Eastwood Whelpton Sailing
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Featured Points Of Interest in Great Yarmouth
Horsey Gap
Horsey Gap lies between Sea Palling and Winterton-on-Sea on the Norfolk Coast. The beach is wide… Horsey Gap lies between Sea Palling and Winterton-on-Sea on the Norfolk Coast. The beach is…
Horsey Gap
Horsey Gap lies between Sea Palling and Winterton-on-Sea on the Norfolk Coast. The beach is wide…
Gorleston-on-Sea Beach
Gorleston-on-Sea Beach lies south of Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk Coast and is known for its wide… Gorleston-on-Sea Beach lies south of Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk Coast and is known for its…
Gorleston-on-Sea Beach
Gorleston-on-Sea Beach lies south of Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk Coast and is known for its wide…
California Beach
California Beach lies between Scratby and Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is… California Beach lies between Scratby and Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline…
California Beach
California Beach lies between Scratby and Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is…
Hemsby Beach
Hemsby Beach lies north of Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly sandy and… Hemsby Beach lies north of Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly sandy…
Hemsby Beach
Hemsby Beach lies north of Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly sandy and…
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The Hippodrome Circus
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