North Norfolk has so much to offer, with miles of beautiful beaches,
seaside towns like Cromer
and Sheringham,
and market towns such as Aylsham.
More information about these places can be found in our towns and
villages section.
Wells-next-the-Sea
has a quaint quayside, with many Georgian buildings and a variety
of seaside shops and eateries. It has an excellent beach and a wooded
area popular with birdwatchers. The world’s largest light
railway runs between Wells and Little
Walsingham. Little
Walsingham is a town with many religious buildings and has an
abbey which has been used by pilgrims for many centuries.
Blakeney
and Morston
are real havens for bird life, and this section of the North Norfolk
coast is visited by birdwatchers from all over the world. Blakeney
Point is home to the common and grey seals, and trips can be taken
daily from Morston
Quay to observe them in their natural environment.
Cromer and
Overstrand
are very popular with holiday-makers because of their sandy beaches.
At the top of Cromer
cliffs there is a large green where you can park your car, have
a picnic and fly your kite. A stroll along the promenade is great
all year round, as is the hike up to the lighthouse, or fishing
off the pier for the famous Cromer
crab! During the summer months the pier’s pavilion has a seaside
special show, and in August Cromer
has a week-long carnival. Events include a firework display, a grand
parade, and most years the world famous Red Arrow flying display
team. It is a spectacular show and is the town’s busiest time
of year.
The town of Holt
is situated in the Glaven Valley, and during the summer months it
is full of continental-style pubs and restaurants. At Christmas
the town is lit up by thousands of white lights - a sight not to
be missed. Holt
wood is a very popular place with dog walkers and bird-watchers.
It has many picnic tables and adventure areas and is a great spot
to spend a few hours.
The coast around Sheringham
and Weybourne is ideal for walking and cycling. Next to the village
of Upper
Sheringham is Sheringham
Park. A National Trust owned property, the park is stunning in late
May and early June when all the rhododendrons and azaleas are in
bloom. There are several signposted walks, from the short concreted
route suitable for wheelchairs, to the considerably longer coastal
and woodland walks.
Mundesley
village has several tea-rooms, restaurants and pubs, and a variety
of shops selling everyday provisions. The beach at the bottom of
the cliffs is very popular with families, as when the tide is out
there are lots of rock pools with interesting crustaceans. Near
Mundesley
is the market town of North
Walsham, whose market cross was originally built in the 16th
century.
Market towns are an essential part of North Norfolk character and
the main market days are listed below:
Cromer – Friday
Fakenham – Thursday (farmers market 4th Saturday in the month)
North Walsham – Thursday
Sheringham – Wednesday and Saturday
Stalham – Tuesday (farmers market 4th Saturday in the month)
Tourist attraction in North Norfolk
North Norfolk is bursting with entertainment, with so many places
to visit. For those seeking peace and tranquility there are magnificent
stately homes and halls, all with spectacular gardens. For those
with an interest in history, North Norfolk also has many museums.
Find
out more about North Norfolk tourist attractions.
Accommodation in North Norfolk
North Norfolk has it all when it comes to accommodation from grand
hotels, guest houses and self catering cottages, to motor cruisers,
caravans and campsites.
Find
out more about North Norfolk accommodation
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