Where tidal creeks weave through saltmarsh, dunes guard sweeping beaches, and centuries-old villages shelter behind the shingle.
The Norfolk Coast National Landscape (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) is one of England’s most distinctive and wildlife-rich regions — perfect for self-guided walking holidays and outdoor adventures. Stretching from Hunstanton to Sea Palling, it includes some of the most celebrated sections of the Norfolk Coast Path, as well as inland links to trails like the Peddars Way. This protected landscape blends natural drama with cultural heritage, from the wide sands of Holkham Beach to the flint cottages of Cley-next-the-Sea and the boat-filled harbours at Wells-next-the-Sea and Blakeney.
Here, you’ll find nature reserves alive with migrating birds, dunes where orchids bloom in summer, and tidal flats where seals haul out to rest. Villages with traditional pubs and local seafood make ideal bases for exploring on foot, while the varied terrain — from clifftops near Hunstanton to the quiet grazing marshes near Burnham Overy Staithe — means there’s a walk for every pace and season.
Follows the protected coastline between Hunstanton and Sea Palling, linking beaches, saltmarsh, dunes, and historic coastal villages.
Combines an inland Roman road with coastal walking, connecting Breckland landscapes to the AONB’s shoreline.
An open sands walk along one of England’s most iconic beaches, with pinewoods and tidal creeks framing the way.
A wildlife-rich route through saltmarsh and shingle, home to seals and rare birds year-round.
Yes — key sites include Holme Dunes, Titchwell Marsh, and Cley Marshes, all offering rich birdlife and accessible walking trails.
It’s a protected area for its scenic, cultural, and ecological importance, featuring a rare mix of coastal habitats, historic villages, and traditional seaside heritage.
No — the AONB covers Hunstanton to Sea Palling, but the path continues beyond in both directions.
Yes — there are rail links to King’s Lynn and Sheringham, plus the Coasthopper bus service connecting coastal towns and villages.
Spring and autumn for migrating birds, summer for warm beach walks, and winter for seal watching.
