Hunstanton was purpose-built
by local landowner Henry Styleman le Strange in 1846 AD. It is affectionately
known locally as “Sunny Hunny” as it has some of the driest
sunny weather in England.
The town is built mainly in Norfolk carrstone, with many attractive
buildings.
There are fabulous beaches and famous striped cliffs and it has
been awarded for its cleanliness, amenities and safety for the last
few years.
Hunstanton’s town centre and seafront are both easily accessible
to the disabled visitor and the specially designed ‘sensory
garden’ offers opportunities to hear, smell and touch the
many plants and sculptures.
There is a summer show for those wanting to relax and a fun fair,
candy floss and amusements; for those looking for a more lively
time there are bowls, crazy golf, pitch and putt and pony rides.
The town has excellent wind conditions for sailing, windsurfing
and kite surfing for those who enjoy exhilarating outdoor pursuits.
The town also boasts an excellent leisure centre offering a well-equipped
fitness suite, a tropical pool with slide and giant inflatables,
squash, bowls and a soft play area for toddlers.
There is also an aquarium, ten-pin bowling and a tractor train
that transports visitors the length of the seafront during the summer
months.
A World War II amphibian craft takes visitors for a closer look
at the seals and birds in their natural habitat.
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