The main Hunstanton beach is a large (2 miles) sandy beach with traditional groynes, rock pools, promenade and all the expected seaside town facilities. The beach on the east coast faces west and is famous for the spectacular and long sunsets.
Hunstanton is popular with kitesurfers.
All the facilities expected of a Victorian/Edwardian seaside town.
Hunstanton Beach has been awarded a regional Seaside Award.
Dog Friendly Beach?
We have no current information on dog restrictions for Hunstanton Beach.
Water samples are taken at regular intervals during the bathing season and at the end of the season the water quality is classified as: - Excellent: the highest classification meaning the water is cleanest - Good: generally good water quality - Sufficient: meets minimum standards - Poor: You are advised not to swim. The beach will stay open and an action plan should be in place to improve the water quality.
7 Day Weather Forecast
Today Expect a temp in the range 4℃ to 5℃ with wind speed 7.6 m/sec (NNW)
Monday, Feb 06 Expect a temp in the range -0.5℃ to 0.6℃ with wind speed 1.9 m/sec (SSW)
Tuesday, Feb 07 Expect a temp in the range -1.3℃ to -0.2℃ with wind speed 4.4 m/sec (S)
Wednesday, Feb 08 Expect a temp in the range -1.4℃ to -0.7℃ with wind speed 3.1 m/sec (S)
Thursday, Feb 09 Expect a temp in the range -1.5℃ to -0.3℃ with wind speed 6 m/sec (S)
Friday, Feb 10 Expect a temp in the range 1.9℃ to 2.4℃ with wind speed 5.2 m/sec (NW)
Saturday, Feb 11 Expect a temp in the range -0.7℃ to 0.4℃ with wind speed 2.7 m/sec (SSW)
Hunstanton weather forecast from Yr, delivered by the Norwegian Meteorological Institute and NRK
Hunstanton Beach Tide Times
Tide times are available at around 600 locations and the closest location to Hunstanton Beach is at Hunstanton 0.56 km (0.35 miles) away. Tides are displayed beneath for up to 7 days and we list both high and low water times along with the height. These times are not adjusted for BST.
Sun 05 Feb Low Tide at 00:55 (Height 1.58m) High Tide at 06:15 (Height 6.34m) Low Tide at 13:00 (Height 1.81m) High Tide at 18:20 (Height 6.78m)
Mon 06 Feb Low Tide at 01:38 (Height 1.41m) High Tide at 06:51 (Height 6.48m) Low Tide at 13:41 (Height 1.68m) High Tide at 18:55 (Height 6.91m)
Tue 07 Feb Low Tide at 02:16 (Height 1.32m) High Tide at 07:23 (Height 6.57m) Low Tide at 14:15 (Height 1.62m) High Tide at 19:28 (Height 6.97m)
Wed 08 Feb Low Tide at 02:45 (Height 1.30m) High Tide at 07:54 (Height 6.61m) Low Tide at 14:41 (Height 1.61m) High Tide at 19:58 (Height 6.97m)
Thu 09 Feb Low Tide at 03:12 (Height 1.33m) High Tide at 08:24 (Height 6.59m) Low Tide at 15:06 (Height 1.62m) High Tide at 20:27 (Height 6.93m)
Fri 10 Feb Low Tide at 03:36 (Height 1.40m) High Tide at 08:53 (Height 6.52m) Low Tide at 15:30 (Height 1.65m) High Tide at 20:54 (Height 6.86m)
Sat 11 Feb Low Tide at 03:58 (Height 1.49m) High Tide at 09:23 (Height 6.38m) Low Tide at 15:57 (Height 1.74m) High Tide at 21:25 (Height 6.73m)
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Beach: Wells-next-the-Sea beach View: In a lovely location, backed by mature pinewoods and a stone’s throw from the sea. Enjoy the sunshine during the summer on the terrace or in the winter cosy up inside around the log burner. What’s on the menu?: Fresh tasty snacks, light meals, hot and cold drinks, ice creams and lollies. Read more…
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Snettisham Beach is a sand and shingle beach and part of a continuous stretch of beach, which means you can always find space. RSPB sanctuary and lakes nearby. Large car park, caravan park, sailing club and toilets. Read more…
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Cromer has a number of beach chalets for weekly rental located to the east and west of the pier. Weekly lets commence on a Saturday and currently we do not offer daily lets. Read more…
Hunstanton Sailing Club (HSC) is located on the seafront in Hunstanton. We have over 200 members who enjoy a range of watersports including Sailing, Windsurfing, Kitesurfing, SUP and more. Read more…
Hunstanton lifeboat station was established in 1824. This station is unusual in that it operates an inshore lifeboat and also an inshore rescue hovercraft. Open Sunday mornings or by appointment. Read more…
Sandringham House and Museum set in 24 hectares (60 acres) of gardens with streams and lakes but the wider Sandringham Estate is a 240 hectares (600 acres) country park. The original house was demolished and the existing house was built by the Prince of Wales after Queen Voctoria bought it him in the 1860s. The house is stil used as Read more…
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