Wells-next-the-Sea beach huts
Norfolk Coast
Wild + wide
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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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
Eastwood Whelpton offers boat hire, sailing holidays and experiences on the Norfolk and Suffolk…
The Cliftonville
Creating memories since 1897, The Cliftonville offers a warm and genuine welcome in the heart of… Creating memories since 1897, The Cliftonville offers a warm and genuine welcome in the heart…
The Cliftonville
Creating memories since 1897, The Cliftonville offers a warm and genuine welcome in the heart of…
Houghton West Lodge
Discover this cosy 1840s woodland retreat for two on the historic Houghton Hall estate. Perfectly… Discover this cosy 1840s woodland retreat for two on the historic Houghton Hall estate.…
Houghton West Lodge
Discover this cosy 1840s woodland retreat for two on the historic Houghton Hall estate. Perfectly…
Faire Sailing Ltd
Sailing and powerboat tuition Sailing and powerboat tuition
Beach Stays
Beach Stays brings together a handpicked collection of beach holiday homes across the UK and… Beach Stays brings together a handpicked collection of beach holiday homes across the UK and…
Beach Stays
Beach Stays brings together a handpicked collection of beach holiday homes across the UK and…
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from… Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures…
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from…
Cartshed Cottages at Sharrington Hall
Whin Hill Norfolk Cider
Cider works situated in an 18th century flint barn in Wells-next-the-Sea. Cider works situated in an 18th century flint barn in Wells-next-the-Sea.
Whin Hill Norfolk Cider
Cider works situated in an 18th century flint barn in Wells-next-the-Sea.
Stories & Inspirations From The Norfolk Coast
Are there oysters in Norfolk and Suffolk
Posted: 24th Jul 2026
Oysters, otherwise know as Princes of the Sea, are harvested in Norfolk and Suffolk and can be… Oysters, otherwise know as Princes of the Sea, are harvested in Norfolk and Suffolk and can be…
Are there oysters in Norfolk and Suffolk
Posted: 24th Jul 2026
Oysters, otherwise know as Princes of the Sea, are harvested in Norfolk and Suffolk and can be…
Fish and chips in Norfolk and Suffolk
Posted: 24th Jul 2026
No visit to the seaside is complete without freshly-prepared fish and chips, soused in vinegar and…
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…
Top Attractions in Norfolk Coast
Church Farm Rare Breeds Centre - Stow Bardolph
A wonderful farm park for the whole family to enjoy A wonderful farm park for the whole family to enjoy
Church Farm Rare Breeds Centre - Stow Bardolph
A wonderful farm park for the whole family to enjoy
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,…
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…
Fakenham Racecourse
A day's racing is an exciting day out for people of all ages and from all walks of life. A day's racing is an exciting day out for people of all ages and from all walks of life.
Fakenham Racecourse
A day's racing is an exciting day out for people of all ages and from all walks of life.
Featured Events In The Norfolk Coast
Wild Sky Weekend
Date: 25th Sept - 27th Sept 2026
A magical weekend of starry fun for young children and their families! A magical weekend of starry fun for young children and their families!
Cromer Pier Show
Date: 27th Jun - 19th Sept 2026
Running from 27th June to 19th September at the iconic Pavilion Theatre. Running from 27th June to 19th September at the iconic Pavilion Theatre.
Date: 18th Jul - 2nd Sept 2026
Bring the whole family to enjoy a mini-beast safari Summer of Play packed full of activities to… Bring the whole family to enjoy a mini-beast safari Summer of Play packed full of activities…
Greene King Raceday
Date: 2nd Nov - 2nd Nov 2026
A great day of racing along with a Greene King beer festival. A great day of racing along with a Greene King beer festival.
Featured Businesses In The Norfolk Coast
Wild Meadow Glamping @ Raynham Estate
Wild Meadow at Raynham Estate is a thoroughly comfortable and completely unforgettable glamping… Wild Meadow at Raynham Estate is a thoroughly comfortable and completely unforgettable…
Wild Meadow Glamping @ Raynham Estate
Wild Meadow at Raynham Estate is a thoroughly comfortable and completely unforgettable glamping…
Whistle Stop Cottage
A beautiful, dog friendly 3 bed cottage in Aldborough, North Norfolk A beautiful, dog friendly 3 bed cottage in Aldborough, North Norfolk
Whistle Stop Cottage
A beautiful, dog friendly 3 bed cottage in Aldborough, North Norfolk
Washmeres Cottage - Houghton Hall Estate
Nestled among trees and overlooking a tranquil lake, this charming cottage is the perfect secluded… Nestled among trees and overlooking a tranquil lake, this charming cottage is the perfect…
Washmeres Cottage - Houghton Hall Estate
Nestled among trees and overlooking a tranquil lake, this charming cottage is the perfect secluded…
Weybourne Forest Lodges
We are a small family-owned company, established for over 20 years, providing self-catering… We are a small family-owned company, established for over 20 years, providing self-catering…
Weybourne Forest Lodges
We are a small family-owned company, established for over 20 years, providing self-catering…
Featured Points Of Interest In The Norfolk Coast
Mundesley Beach
Mundesley Beach sits below the village on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly sandy with… Mundesley Beach sits below the village on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly sandy…
Mundesley Beach
Mundesley Beach sits below the village on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly sandy with…
Overstrand Beach
Overstrand Beach lies east of Cromer on the Norfolk Coast and is backed by low cliffs. The… Overstrand Beach lies east of Cromer on the Norfolk Coast and is backed by low cliffs. The…
Overstrand Beach
Overstrand Beach lies east of Cromer on the Norfolk Coast and is backed by low cliffs. The…
Holkham Beach
Holkham Beach is one of the widest and most open beaches on the Royal Norfolk Coast. It is backed… Holkham Beach is one of the widest and most open beaches on the Royal Norfolk Coast. It is…
Holkham Beach
Holkham Beach is one of the widest and most open beaches on the Royal Norfolk Coast. It is backed…
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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Holt Country Park
Holt Country Park is only a short walk from the historic market town of Holt on the edge of the… Holt Country Park is only a short walk from the historic market town of Holt on the edge of…
Holt Country Park
Holt Country Park is only a short walk from the historic market town of Holt on the edge of the…
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