Welcome to North Norfolk

Eversince its heyday in Victorian times, North Norfolk has been one of the finest holiday destinations in Great Britain
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An area set apart in its location and character, North Norfolk is found at the farthest eastern reaches of England. A good road network connects it to Britain's motorways, and there are rail and coach links from most parts of the country. Trains run on the Bittern Line from Norwich to Sheringham, passing through Wroxham, North Walsham and Cromer on the way. Norwich Airport is within easy reach.

North Norfolk stretches for 43 miles along the picturesque and ever-changing coast. Three quarters of this coastline are designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and many of those beaches have a history of winning awards for their cleanliness and facilities.

Its coastal towns have grown over the centuries from small, isolated fishing communities into bustling seaside resorts. But they have kept the character of communities working on the shore - the crab and fishing boats still putting out to sea, the lifeboats still proudly manned, and now the waters and nature reserves carefully maintained to preserve the area's reputation as an unspoilt retreat.

The area also includes some of the famed Norfolk Broads, and the communities of Stalham and Hoveton are popular gateways to these tranquil waterways. From here you can hire craft for a holiday, short break, weekend or just for the day. For boat hire, see the Broads and Boating section of this guide.

North Norfolk's countryside, so fresh and green in spring, dotted with vibrant poppies in summer and the reds and browns of the trees in autumn, is ideal for cycling, walking, horse riding, bird watching or just relaxing. The country towns, with their attractive buildings, spectacular churches, specialist shops and weekly markets, offer their own kind of holiday or short break all year round.

The sunshine records for North Norfolk are amongst the best and it is truly a holiday destination for all seasons.

This online guide, gives you a flavour of our coast, countryside, towns and Broadland. Whether you are a couple, family or group choosing a hotel, guesthouse, or self-catering accommodation in a rectory, mill, typical Norfolk flint cottage or boat or caravan you will be sure to find what you are looking for within this website. For attractions and places to visit - see the events & attractions section.