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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

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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…

The Cliftonville Cromer 4
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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…

001 Beach Stays
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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…

1920 900 Walberswick Anchor oysters
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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From Sheringham to Holt, the North Norfolk Railway runs through the county's most stunning coastal…

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North Norfolk Railway

From Sheringham to Holt, the North Norfolk Railway runs through the county's most stunning coastal…

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Banham Zoo

Wild Adventures Await!

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Banham Zoo

Wild Adventures Await!

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Hilltop welcomes visitors throughout the year and when not fully booked with Schools, offers…

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Hilltop Outdoor Centre Accommodation

Hilltop welcomes visitors throughout the year and when not fully booked with Schools, offers…

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A Black Shuck Distillery Experience includes discovery of England's oldest legend, a look behind…

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Food & Drink

Black Shuck Distillery Experience

A Black Shuck Distillery Experience includes discovery of England's oldest legend, a look behind…

Featured Events In The Norfolk Coast

Northen Lights Kelling Heath SR

Date: 25th Sept - 27th Sept 2026

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

Northen Lights Kelling Heath SR
Family

Wild Sky Weekend

Date: 25th Sept - 27th Sept 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.

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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

Pottery wheel throwing workshops

Date: 21st Nov - 21st Nov 2026

Learn the basics of wheel throwing

Pottery wheel throwing workshops
Arts + Crafts

Pottery Wheel Throwing Workshops

Date: 21st Nov - 21st Nov 2026

Featured Businesses In The Norfolk Coast

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Norfolk Coast Holiday Cottages offer holiday properties of character which have a particular…

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Norfolk Coast Holiday Cottages

Norfolk Coast Holiday Cottages offer holiday properties of character which have a particular…

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Simply Norfolk Stays offers a handpicked collection of Norfolk holiday cottages and coastal…

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Simply Norfolk Stays

Simply Norfolk Stays offers a handpicked collection of Norfolk holiday cottages and coastal…

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Cromer Country Club

With views of the picturesque Norfolk coastline, many health and leisure facilities and…

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Cromer Country Club

With views of the picturesque Norfolk coastline, many health and leisure facilities and…

001 twenty

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

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Food & Drink

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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Sea Palling Beach

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

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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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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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Overstrand Beach

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

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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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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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