The Norfolk Coast Path is an 84-mile (135 km) National Trail running from Hunstanton to Hopton-on-Sea, tracing the shoreline through the Norfolk Coast National Landscape. Perfect for self-guided walking holidays and coastal outdoor adventures, it links fishing villages, nature reserves, and vast sandy beaches with gentle, well-marked walking. From Wells-next-the-Sea and Blakeney to Cromer and Sea Palling, every stage brings wind-swept dunes, tidal creeks, pine woods, and seabird-filled skies.
Begin in Hunstanton, where red-and-white striped cliffs meet the sea. The trail soon weaves through Holme-next-the-Sea, Thornham, and Brancaster, skirting dunes and saltmarsh while passing flint-built cottages and fishing quays.
Beyond Burnham Overy Staithe, the coastline opens to the vast, cinematic landscapes of Holkham and Wells-next-the-Sea — sweeping beaches backed by pinewoods and tidal creeks alive with wading birds.
Further east, the harbours of Blakeney and Morston offer seal trips and slow-paced charm. Through Cley-next-the-Sea, Sheringham, and Cromer, the scenery shifts to low cliffs and sandy bays, with long views and lively coastal towns.
The final miles pass Mundesley, Sea Palling, and the wild beaches near Winterton-on-Sea, before finishing at Hopton, where the trail meets the Suffolk border.
The Norfolk Coast Path offers a wealth of accommodation for self-guided walkers — from coastal inns and characterful B&Bs to tucked-away cottages. Popular bases include Wells-next-the-Sea, Cley, and Cromer, while quieter stops like Brancaster Staithe or Mundesley offer peaceful overnight stays close to nature.
Off the trail, you can explore Titchwell Marsh or Cley Marshes for birdwatching, take a boat to Blakeney Point, or visit historic estates like Holkham Hall and Felbrigg.
