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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.

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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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Map of Visit Norfolk

Top Attractions in Norfolk Coast

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Banham Zoo

Wild Adventures Await!

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Banham Zoo

Wild Adventures Await!

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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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The Salted Kiln

Pottery classes at The Salted Kiln.

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The Salted Kiln

Pottery classes at The Salted Kiln.

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Holkham

Discover Holkham and all of its wonders.

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Holkham

Discover Holkham and all of its wonders.

Businesses in Norfolk Coast

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The Kelling Estate

Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, whether it be sandy beaches or strolls in the nearby…

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Moat House at Hindringham Hall

The Perfect get away for two

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Norfolk Coast Caravans & Camping

The Caravan & Camping Site, within the beautiful rural location of Fakenham Racecourse, is…

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Church Farm Rare Breeds Centre - Stow Bardolph

A wonderful farm park for the whole family to enjoy

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The Grove Glamping

The Grove Glamping is home to four Mongolian Yurts, one Roundhouse and a Luxury Shepherd's Lodge,…

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Hilltop Outdoor Centre

Give school holiday boredom the boot with an action-packed Family Adventure Day at Hilltop. Open…

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Virginia Court Hotel

Cromer hotel with free onsite parking for all, Wi-Fi, garden and 23 individually designed rooms.

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Washmeres Cottage - Houghton Hall Estate

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

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Norfolk Coastal Cottages with mYminiBreak

Family-Friendly Dog-Friendly Cottages by Sunset Beach on the Norfolk Coast

Stories & Inspiration from Norfolk Coast

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Posted: 7th May 2026

Families looking for memorable days out this May half term will find plenty to enjoy at National…

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Family Friendly

May half term adventures with the National Trust

Posted: 7th May 2026

Families looking for memorable days out this May half term will find plenty to enjoy at National…

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History + Heritage

Where to find Boudicca and Romans in Norfolk

Posted: 4th May 2026

Find Roman history including the largest remaining Roman site in the British Isles and discover…

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Arts + Culture

100 things to do on the Norfolk coast

Posted: 1st May 2026

You’re coming to the Norfolk coast and you haven’t done your research yet. Don’t despair. Let the…

Events in Norfolk Coast

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Deer and Wildlife Safari

Date: 6th Jun - 7th Jun 2026

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Arts & Crafts

Summer Fete

Date: 6th Jun - 6th Jun 2026

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Family

May Play

Date: 23rd May - 31st May 2026

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Art Exhibition

Cromer Pier Show

Date: 27th Jun - 19th Sept 2026

Parkrun
Nature & Wildlife

Parkrun

Date: 5th Dec - 5th Dec 2026

Wildlife Photography for Beginners
Nature & Wildlife

Wildlife Photography for Beginners

Date: 17th Sept - 17th Sept 2026

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Arts & Crafts

Tea-light House Making Class

Date: 23rd Jul - 23rd Jul 2026

Points Of Interest in Norfolk Coast

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Sea Palling Beach

Sea Palling Beach is a wide sandy beach on the Norfolk Coast. Offshore rock reefs create calmer…

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Salthouse Beach

Salthouse Beach sits between Cley-next-the-Sea and Kelling on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is…

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Sheringham Beach

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

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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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Overstrand Beach

Overstrand Beach lies east of Cromer on the Norfolk Coast and is backed by low cliffs. The…

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Mundesley Beach

Mundesley Beach sits below the village on the Norfolk Coast. The shoreline is mainly sandy with…

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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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Winterton-on-Sea Beach

Winterton-on-Sea Beach lies north of Hemsby on the Norfolk Coast and is backed by dunes. The beach…

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