Hunstanton Beaches

Hunstanton is the only coastal town in East Anglia to face west, and is renowned for its sunsets over the sea. It is also famous for its red and white striped cliffs. It has broad sandy beaches and there are plenty of rock pools to explore at the base of the cliffs and around the groynes.

The Promenade

The north promenade at Hunstanton is bordered by large elegant Victorian and Edwardian houses. On the central promenade you will find the funfair and Sea Life Sanctuary.

Seafront

Along Hunstanton seafront are stalls selling candyfloss, doughnuts, seaside rock, ice creams, buckets & spades, and all the other paraphernalia needed for the beach. On Sunday afternoons a band often plays in the bandstand on the green overlooking the beach, serenading sunbathers and passers-by.

Rides

You can also go for a donkey ride, take a trip around Hunstanton on the land train, or a sea tour on a World War II amphibious craft.

Kite Surfing

Old Hunstanton beach is a popular venue for the exciting sport of kite surfing. It also takes place at Brancaster, seven miles east along the coast.

Beach Huts

To rent a beach chalet on Hunstanton seafront, contact Oasis Leisure Centre. The beach huts at Old Hunstanton are privately owned.

Tides

A lifeboat is based at Old Hunstanton, about a mile along the coast, but please be aware of tide times, so you don't have to call on them! See BBC Weather: Tide Tables: Hunstanton.

Facilities

Lifeguards are on duty on Hunstanton main beach from Easter to the end of September. First aid is also available.

There are ramps onto the beach and toilets for people with disabilities.

Dogs are banned from the main beach. Dog bins are provided on the promenade.

Cycling is banned between the 'pier' (tenpin bowling alley) and the jet ski launch ramp.