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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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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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Stories & Inspirations From The Norfolk Coast

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Posted: 6th May 2026

Black Shuck is a legendary spectral black dog with flaming red eyes who roams the coast of East…

1920 900 Black Shuck weathervane
History + Heritage

What is the legend of Black Shuck in East Anglia

Posted: 6th May 2026

Black Shuck is a legendary spectral black dog with flaming red eyes who roams the coast of East…

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Outdoors + Adventure

What's on the East Coast in East Anglia

Posted: 11th Mar 2026

The East Coast of East Anglia has 130 miles of shoreline, including huge stretches of sandy beach,…

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Arts + Culture

Where to see great art in East Anglia

Posted: 11th Mar 2026

You don’t have to travel to London to see great art – there are fabulous galleries and exhibitions…

Top Attractions in Norfolk Coast

Cromer pier

Home to the "The Cromer Pier Show” famously known as the 'Seaside Special' the celebrated only ‘End…

Cromer pier
Attractions

Cromer Pier Pavilion Theatre

Home to the "The Cromer Pier Show” famously known as the 'Seaside Special' the celebrated only ‘End…

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Attractions

NWT Cley Marshes

The Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s oldest nature reserve purchased in 1926 to be held ‘in perpetuity as a…

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Attractions

NWT Cley Marshes

The Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s oldest nature reserve purchased in 1926 to be held ‘in perpetuity as a…

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Attractions

Banham Zoo

Wild Adventures Await!

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Attractions

Banham Zoo

Wild Adventures Await!

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Attractions

ROARR!

Visit the UK’s largest dinosaur-themed adventure Park in Lenwade, near Norwich!

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Attractions

ROARR!

Visit the UK’s largest dinosaur-themed adventure Park in Lenwade, near Norwich!

Featured Events In The Norfolk Coast

Deer safari holkham

Date: 6th Jun - 7th Jun 2026

Hop aboard our tractor-trailer for a whistle-stop journey around Holkham deer park. Sit tight while…

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Family

Deer and Wildlife Safari

Date: 6th Jun - 7th Jun 2026

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Art Exhibition

Cromer Pier Show

Date: 27th Jun - 19th Sept 2026

Running from 27th June to 19th September at the iconic Pavilion Theatre.

Cromer Pier Summer Show 600x800mm
Art Exhibition

Cromer Pier Show

Date: 27th Jun - 19th Sept 2026

Village by the sea holkham

Date: 7th Jul - 7th Jul 2026

It is all too easy to just pass through Holkham Village on the way to the beach or Holkham Park,…

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Tours & Trails

Village By The Sea walking tour

Date: 7th Jul - 7th Jul 2026

Parkrun
Nature & Wildlife

Parkrun

Date: 30th May - 30th May 2026

Ready, set. . .parkrun! Start your weekend with a free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community…

Parkrun
Nature & Wildlife

Parkrun

Date: 30th May - 30th May 2026

Featured Businesses In The Norfolk Coast

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With over 80 years experience of operating in Blakeney Harbour, a trip to the Blakeney Seals with…

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Attractions

Beans Boats - Seal Trips

With over 80 years experience of operating in Blakeney Harbour, a trip to the Blakeney Seals with…

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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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Situated in an outstanding location on Beach Road, Wells-next-the-Sea, Pinewoods offers a…

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Accommodation

Pinewoods Holiday Park

Situated in an outstanding location on Beach Road, Wells-next-the-Sea, Pinewoods offers a…

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Nestled among trees and overlooking a tranquil lake, this charming cottage is the perfect secluded…

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Accommodation

Washmeres Cottage - Houghton Hall Estate

Nestled among trees and overlooking a tranquil lake, this charming cottage is the perfect secluded…

Featured Points Of Interest In The Norfolk Coast

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Points Of Interest

Sheringham Beach

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

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Points Of Interest

Sheringham Beach

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

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Points Of Interest

Wells-next-the-Sea Beach

Wells-next-the-Sea Beach sits just beyond the harbour town of Wells on the Royal Norfolk Coast. The…

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Points Of Interest

Wells-next-the-Sea Beach

Wells-next-the-Sea Beach sits just beyond the harbour town of Wells on the Royal Norfolk Coast. The…

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Points Of Interest

Hemsby Beach

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

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Points Of Interest

Hemsby Beach

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

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Points Of Interest

Holkham Beach

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

Holkham beach high tide aerial Mike Page
Points Of Interest

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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