Wells-next-the-Sea Beach – Burnham Overy Staithe Harbour loop from Wells-next-the-Sea

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Wells-next-the-Sea Beach – Burnham Overy Staithe Harbour loop from Wells-next-the-Sea

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Wells-next-the-Sea Beach – Burnham Overy Staithe Harbour loop from Wells-next-the-Sea

04:43

18.6km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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Norfolk Coast National Landscape

Waypoints

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233 m

Wells-next-the-Sea Beach

Highlight • Beach

With a long stretch of unspoilt sandy beach, Wells beach is a tranquil spot to enjoy the coast. The beach is ideal for bird watching and relaxing. Beautiful beach huts …

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521 m

Beach Huts at Holkham Beach

Highlight • Structure

The huts can also be rented by the day (approx. £65-90). Overnight stays are not permitted here. Most of the colorful huts have a gas stove and chairs, parasols, picnic …

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603 m

Abraham's Bosom Lake

Highlight • Lake

A lake local to wells next the sea holiday park. It provides a variety of water based activities.

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1.51 km

Wells Wood

Forest

3.34 km

The Lookout Cafe, Holkham National Nature Reserve

Highlight • Cafe

Holkham Reserve is mad busy in the summer, a heaving mass of visitors with the car park packed all the way from the main road to the reserve. The Lookout …

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4.54 km

Viewpoint

5.38 km

Holkham Meals

Forest

9.66 km

Burnham Overy Staithe Harbour

Highlight • River

Very pretty, with views of moored boats and across the salt marsh. Not much parking, especially at high tide and if you don't arrive first thing.

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12.2 km

Holkham Beach and Dunes

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

Holkham National Nature Reserve stretches from Burnham Norton to Blakeney and covers about 9,158 acres (3,706 ha). The core section of the reserve, from Wells to Holkham Bay, is crisscrossed …

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15.5 km

Nudist beach after these dunes in the picture, so don't be surprised to see naked people swimming and sunbathing. Some beautiful flowers and coastal wildlife also here to see that have been carefully conserved.

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15.9 km

The Lookout, Holkham

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Lookout café is perfectly situated on the edge of the beach. The menu is designed with local produce and minimal waste. Grab a hot drink, cake, snack or light …

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