Happisburgh (pronounced "Hays-brough") is one of the most striking and atmospheric places along the Norfolk Coast Path. Known for its red-and-white striped lighthouse and fast-eroding cliffs, it offers a wilder, more elemental walking experience — full of coastal drama, sea air, and open skies.
This is a place where the landscape is in flux. The cliffs crumble with every storm, the sea inches closer each year, and the village adapts to its shifting edge. Yet that sense of impermanence gives Happisburgh its character — a reminder that you’re walking on a living, changing coast. It’s a powerful spot for walkers seeking beauty with an edge, and a quiet base for those heading toward Sea Palling or Mundesley.
