Explore Norfolk
Hunstanton & Beyond
A curated guide to the finest gardens, galleries, estates and coastline this beautiful county has to offer.
A county of quiet wonders
Norfolk rewards those who take their time. From the salt-kissed dunes on your doorstep to the grandeur of royal estates just a short drive away, this corner of England holds an extraordinary concentration of beauty, culture and history.
Whether you spend your days wandering walled gardens, browsing contemporary galleries in flint-cobbled market towns, or simply walking the wild coast as the light changes over the marshes — Norfolk will stay with you long after you leave.
STATELY HOMES & ROYAL ESTATES
Grand Houses of Norfolk
SANDRINGHAM, 8 MILES FROM HUNSTANTON
The King's much-loved Norfolk retreat offers a full day out for all the family. Explore the Country House, wander the beautiful gardens, marvel at the royal car collection and discover the fascinating museum of royal memorabilia. The grounds are freely walkable even without a house ticket.
WELLS-NEXT-THE-SEA, 20 MILES FROM HUNSTANTON
A magnificent stately home at the heart of a 25,000-acre estate, home to one of Norfolk's most spectacular deer parks, a wonderful walled garden, and an excellent café. The estate hosts popular food festivals and seasonal events throughout the year. Holkham beach — one of England's finest — is just a short walk through the pines.
HOUGHTON, 14 MILES FROM HUNSTANTON
One of England's finest Palladian mansions, built in the 1720s for Britain's first Prime Minister Sir Robert Walpole. The spectacular walled garden is a highlight in any season, and the hall regularly hosts world-class sculpture exhibitions by artists such as Antony Gormley and Richard Long.
