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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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Places on the Norfolk Coast

Eastwood Whelpton Sailing Norfolk Broads Dusk Bootlegger 2

Eastwood Whelpton offers boat hire, sailing holidays and experiences on the Norfolk and Suffolk…

Eastwood Whelpton Sailing Norfolk Broads Dusk Bootlegger 2
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Eastwood Whelpton Sailing

Eastwood Whelpton offers boat hire, sailing holidays and experiences on the Norfolk and Suffolk…

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The Cliftonville

Creating memories since 1897, The Cliftonville offers a warm and genuine welcome in the heart of…

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The Cliftonville

Creating memories since 1897, The Cliftonville offers a warm and genuine welcome in the heart of…

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Houghton West Lodge

Discover this cosy 1840s woodland retreat for two on the historic Houghton Hall estate. Perfectly…

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Houghton West Lodge

Discover this cosy 1840s woodland retreat for two on the historic Houghton Hall estate. Perfectly…

001 Faire Sailing Burnham Overy Staithe

Sailing and powerboat tuition

001 Faire Sailing Burnham Overy Staithe
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Faire Sailing Ltd

Sailing and powerboat tuition

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Beach Stays

Beach Stays brings together a handpicked collection of beach holiday homes across the UK and…

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Beach Stays

Beach Stays brings together a handpicked collection of beach holiday homes across the UK and…

Lavenham Guildhall Suffolk Cycle Breaks
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Cycle Breaks

Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from…

Lavenham Guildhall Suffolk Cycle Breaks
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Cycle Breaks

Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from…

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Cider works situated in an 18th century flint barn in Wells-next-the-Sea.

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Whin Hill Norfolk Cider

Cider works situated in an 18th century flint barn in Wells-next-the-Sea.

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Stories & Inspirations From The Norfolk Coast

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Posted: 24th Jul 2026

Oysters, otherwise know as Princes of the Sea, are harvested in Norfolk and Suffolk and can be…

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Food + Drink

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…

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Food + Drink

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…

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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…

Top Attractions in Norfolk Coast

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A wonderful farm park for the whole family to enjoy

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Church Farm Rare Breeds Centre - Stow Bardolph

A wonderful farm park for the whole family to enjoy

001 Bishops Boats

See the Blakeney Point seals in their natural environment, basking on the Blakeney Point or…

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Bishop’s Boats Seal Trips

See the Blakeney Point seals in their natural environment, basking on the Blakeney Point or…

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Thursford Collection is open during the summer as a working museum of mechanical organs, Wurlitzer…

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Thursford Collection

Thursford Collection is open during the summer as a working museum of mechanical organs, Wurlitzer…

Lavenham Guildhall Suffolk Cycle Breaks
Attractions

Cycle Breaks

Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from…

Lavenham Guildhall Suffolk Cycle Breaks
Attractions

Cycle Breaks

Discover the very best of Suffolk and Norfolk on self-guided cycling and walking adventures from…

Featured Events In The Norfolk Coast

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Cromer Pier Show

Date: 27th Jun - 19th Sept 2026

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

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Art Exhibition

Cromer Pier Show

Date: 27th Jun - 19th Sept 2026

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Date: 18th Jul - 2nd Sept 2026

Bring the whole family to enjoy a mini-beast safari Summer of Play packed full of activities to…

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Family

Summer of Play at Blickling Estate

Date: 18th Jul - 2nd Sept 2026

Northen Lights Kelling Heath SR

Date: 25th Sept - 27th Sept 2026

A magical weekend of starry fun for young children and their families!

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Family

Wild Sky Weekend

Date: 25th Sept - 27th Sept 2026

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Date: 17th Oct - 17th Oct 2026

Step into the fascinating world of antiques with Charles Hanson, one of Britain’s most beloved TV…

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Culture & Arts

Charles Hanson: My Life In Antiques

Date: 17th Oct - 17th Oct 2026

Featured Businesses In The Norfolk Coast

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Lakeside Camping & Glamping in an idyllic location in North Norfolk with stunning countryside views

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North Norfolk Camping & Glamping with mYminiBreak

Lakeside Camping & Glamping in an idyllic location in North Norfolk with stunning countryside views

001 barsham brewery

At Barsham Brewery we've been brewing craft beers and ales on our West Barsham Estate in North…

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Barsham Brewery Taproom & Shop

At Barsham Brewery we've been brewing craft beers and ales on our West Barsham Estate in North…

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Food & Drink

The Victoria

The Victoria is ideally situated just a few minutes walk from the beautiful Holkham Beach and at…

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Food & Drink

The Victoria

The Victoria is ideally situated just a few minutes walk from the beautiful Holkham Beach and at…

001 twenty

An exquisite restaurant, vibrant bar & 9 luxurious rooms all in the heart of the beautiful Burnham…

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No.Twenty9 Bar, Restaurant & Rooms

An exquisite restaurant, vibrant bar & 9 luxurious rooms all in the heart of the beautiful Burnham…

Featured Points Of Interest In The Norfolk Coast

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Cley-next-the-Sea Beach

Cley-next-the-Sea Beach lies east of Wells on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly shingle…

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Cley-next-the-Sea Beach

Cley-next-the-Sea Beach lies east of Wells on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly shingle…

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Hemsby Beach

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

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Hemsby Beach

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

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Happisburgh Beach

Happisburgh Beach lies beneath the red and white striped lighthouse on the Norfolk Coast.  The…

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Happisburgh Beach

Happisburgh Beach lies beneath the red and white striped lighthouse on the Norfolk Coast.  The…

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Cromer Beach

Cromer Beach lies below the town and its Victorian pier on the Norfolk Coast.  At low tide, firm…

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Cromer Beach

Cromer Beach lies below the town and its Victorian pier on the Norfolk Coast.  At low tide, firm…

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