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Hunstanton

Hunstanton is a clifftop seaside town and resort in Norfolk, England, 16 miles north-east of King’s Lynn, with a large sandy beach.

Hunstanton is at the opening of The Wash, the largest estuarine network in the country, and famous for its birdwatching. There’s also boat trips to see the large seal colony. The town has an excellent Sea Life Centre, with attached seal hospital, and Princess Theatre.

Nearby is historic Heacham Hall where Pocahontas once lived and Holme, where 4,000-year-old Seahenge was found.

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Top Attractions in Hunstanton

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Big skies, a fabulous sandy beach and bird-filled reedbeds, lagoons and marshes are just a few gems…

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RSPB Titchwell Marsh

Big skies, a fabulous sandy beach and bird-filled reedbeds, lagoons and marshes are just a few gems…

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Cycle Breaks

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Cycle Breaks

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Featured Events in Hunstanton

Family Archery

Date: 16th Aug - 16th Aug 2026

A fantastic fun activity, whether you’re a complete beginner or returning to improve your aim, the…

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Family Archery

Date: 16th Aug - 16th Aug 2026

Family Archery

Date: 25th Oct - 25th Oct 2026

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Family Archery

Date: 25th Oct - 25th Oct 2026

Heritage Live presents Eric Clapton Special Guests

Date: 23rd Aug - 23rd Aug 2026

Following the success of the 2025 concerts, Heritage Live are back in August 2026 with new…

Run Sandringham 1k 5k and Half Marathon

Date: 27th Sept - 27th Sept 2026

Another major event in the East Anglian running calendar, the Run Sandringham 1k, 5k, and half…

Run Sandringham 1k 5k and Half Marathon
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Run Sandringham 1k, 5k, and Half Marathon

Date: 27th Sept - 27th Sept 2026

Featured Businesses in Hunstanton

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The Lodge Hotel

500 yards from quiet sandy beach and Hunstanton Golf Course. A former dower house, it is a listed…

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The Lodge Hotel

500 yards from quiet sandy beach and Hunstanton Golf Course. A former dower house, it is a listed…

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The Chequers

The Chequers is all about simple pleasures and a warm welcome -your go-to for food, friends, and a…

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The Chequers

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Camping & Glamping on the Norfolk Coast - huge open spaces, vast skies, and the beach just a short…

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Featured Points Of Interest in Hunstanton

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Thornham Beach

Thornham Beach lies between Holme-next-the-Sea and Brancaster on the Royal Norfolk Coast. This…

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Thornham Beach

Thornham Beach lies between Holme-next-the-Sea and Brancaster on the Royal Norfolk Coast. This…

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Heacham Beach

Heacham Beach lies between Hunstanton and Snettisham on the Royal Norfolk Coast, overlooking The…

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Heacham Beach

Heacham Beach lies between Hunstanton and Snettisham on the Royal Norfolk Coast, overlooking The…

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Hunstanton Beach

Hunstanton Beach sits on the north-west Norfolk coastline and forms part of the Royal Norfolk…

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Hunstanton Beach

Hunstanton Beach sits on the north-west Norfolk coastline and forms part of the Royal Norfolk…

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Old Hunstanton Beach

Old Hunstanton Beach lies just north of Hunstanton on the Royal Norfolk Coast and it has a quieter…

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Old Hunstanton Beach

Old Hunstanton Beach lies just north of Hunstanton on the Royal Norfolk Coast and it has a quieter…

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