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Great Yarmouth and the surrounding area

Great Yarmouth brings a lively seaside atmosphere to the East of England, with wide sandy beaches, traditional amusements and a sense of holiday spirit that’s hard to miss. Spend time on the shore, stroll the seafront, then dip into the town’s maritime story and historic streets for a change of pace. Beyond the main front, the surrounding coastline offers space for longer walks, fresh air and wildlife-rich landscapes that shift beautifully through the seasons. It’s an easy place to build a day around simple pleasures, whether that’s a beach morning, an afternoon of attractions and shows or a slower wander with fish and chips in hand. Come for the seaside buzz, stay for the mix of coast, culture and open skies.

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Top Attractions in Great Yarmouth & Surrounding Area

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The Hippodrome in Great Yarmouth, built in 1903, Britain's last stand alone circus building hosting…

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Attractions

The Hippodrome Circus

The Hippodrome in Great Yarmouth, built in 1903, Britain's last stand alone circus building hosting…

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Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens, near Great Yarmouth has a 250-year-old landscaped garden, a play…

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Attractions

Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens

Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens, near Great Yarmouth has a 250-year-old landscaped garden, a play…

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Electric Day Boat Hire on the Norfolk Broads

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Attractions

Martham Ferry Day Boat Hire

Electric Day Boat Hire on the Norfolk Broads

Featured Events In The Great Yarmouth & Surrounding Area

The Boathouse Wedding Fair

The Boathouse Wedding Fair 2026

Featured Businesses In The Great Yarmouth & Surrounding Area

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Pet friendly, two beds chalet with optional travel cot

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Accommodation

Sunrise Holiday Chalet

Pet friendly, two beds chalet with optional travel cot

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Food & Drink

The Boathouse

Set on the banks of the enchanting Ormesby Broad in Norfolk, The Boathouse is a Country Pub &…

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Food & Drink

The Boathouse

Set on the banks of the enchanting Ormesby Broad in Norfolk, The Boathouse is a Country Pub &…

001 thrigby hall thrigby norfolk

Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens, near Great Yarmouth has a 250-year-old landscaped garden, a play…

001 thrigby hall thrigby norfolk
Attractions

Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens

Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens, near Great Yarmouth has a 250-year-old landscaped garden, a play…

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Accommodation

Potters Resort

Potters Resorts Hopton-on-Sea is the UK's First All-Inclusive Resort offering entertaining short…

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Accommodation

Potters Resort

Potters Resorts Hopton-on-Sea is the UK's First All-Inclusive Resort offering entertaining short…

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