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The 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.
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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Top Attractions in Norfolk Coast
Cromer Pier Pavilion Theatre
Home to the "The Cromer Pier Show” famously known as the 'Seaside Special' the celebrated only ‘End… Home to the "The Cromer Pier Show” famously known as the 'Seaside Special' the celebrated only…
Cromer Pier Pavilion Theatre
Home to the "The Cromer Pier Show” famously known as the 'Seaside Special' the celebrated only ‘End…
Hilltop Outdoor Centre
Hilltop welcomes visitors throughout the year and when not fully booked with Schools, offers… Hilltop welcomes visitors throughout the year and when not fully booked with Schools, offers…
Hilltop Outdoor Centre
Hilltop welcomes visitors throughout the year and when not fully booked with Schools, offers…
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,…
Wells and Walsingham Light Railway
Narrow Gauge steam railway. Timetable service operates everyday between March and October. Narrow Gauge steam railway. Timetable service operates everyday between March and October.
Wells and Walsingham Light Railway
Narrow Gauge steam railway. Timetable service operates everyday between March and October.
Businesses in Norfolk Coast
The Victoria
The Victoria is ideally situated just a few minutes walk from the beautiful Holkham Beach and at…
Wells and Walsingham Light Railway
Narrow Gauge steam railway. Timetable service operates everyday between March and October.
The Feathers
The Feathers is situated in the elegant Georgian town of Holt, only 3 miles from the Norfolk coast
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk on two wheels with this immersive, self-guided cycling adventure…
No4 Cromer Bed & Breakfast
Set in a beautiful period house, ideally situated, 5 minute walk from Cromer beach and town
Barsham Brewery Taproom & Shop
At Barsham Brewery we've been brewing craft beers and ales on our West Barsham Estate in North…
Beans Boats - Seal Trips
With over 80 years experience of operating in Blakeney Harbour, a trip to the Blakeney Seals with…
Stories & Inspiration from Norfolk Coast
Why Norfolk's coast is the most dynamic in the UK
Posted: 12th Mar 2026
Norfolk’s coast is the most dynamic in the UK, constantly changing and evolving as it's buffeted by… Norfolk’s coast is the most dynamic in the UK, constantly changing and evolving as it's…
Why Norfolk's coast is the most dynamic in the UK
Posted: 12th Mar 2026
Norfolk’s coast is the most dynamic in the UK, constantly changing and evolving as it's buffeted by…
Natural wonder of Norfolk: River Wensum and chalk streams
Posted: 10th Mar 2026
In the country’s driest and flattest county, you’ll find a series of spring-fed chalk rivers that…
Great hotels to stay in by the Norfolk coast
Posted: 2nd Feb 2026
Is there anything better than time by the seaside, walking on the beach, maybe taking a boat trip…
Events in Norfolk Coast
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Points Of Interest in Norfolk Coast
Hemsby Beach
Hemsby Beach lies north of Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly sandy and…
Winterton-on-Sea Beach
Winterton-on-Sea Beach lies north of Hemsby on the Norfolk Coast and is backed by dunes. The beach…
Holkham Beach
Holkham Beach is one of the widest and most open beaches on the Royal Norfolk Coast. It is backed…
Mundesley Beach
Mundesley Beach sits below the village on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly sandy with…
Sheringham Beach
Sheringham Beach sits below the town centre on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is a mix of pebbles…
Overstrand Beach
Overstrand Beach lies east of Cromer on the Norfolk Coast and is backed by low cliffs. The…
Wells-next-the-Sea Beach
Wells-next-the-Sea Beach sits just beyond the harbour town of Wells on the Royal Norfolk Coast. The…
Salthouse Beach
Salthouse Beach sits between Cley-next-the-Sea and Kelling on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is…
Sea Palling Beach
Sea Palling Beach is a wide sandy beach on the Norfolk Coast. Offshore rock reefs create calmer…
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Are there dog-friendly beaches in Norfolk
Dogs and responsible owners are welcome on many Norfolk beaches year-round. In fact, on these… Dogs and responsible owners are welcome on many Norfolk beaches year-round. In fact, on these…
Are there dog-friendly beaches in Norfolk
Dogs and responsible owners are welcome on many Norfolk beaches year-round. In fact, on these…
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Maison Du Quai
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A beautiful, dog friendly 3 bed cottage in Aldborough, North Norfolk
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