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in the county of Norfolk
About Burnham Overy Staithe
Lying on the broad expanse between Hunstanton and Stiffkey Marshes, is the delightful sailing village of Burnham Overy Staithe from which there are spectacular views towards Scolt Head Island.Once known as a seaport and a place where cockle-pickers gathered to collect their supper, Burnham Overy Staithe now operates as a small resort town. It is quite picturesque with colourful small boats beached along the shore amongst a spectacle of wild sea-lavender. A popular all-year round destination, the town is at its busiest during the summer. There is a wealth of wildlife to explore and on the harbour front there is a house bearing a plaque proclaiming that it was once the home of 'Richard Woodget' master of The Cutty Sark in 1899! Next to the River Burn there are several old mill buildings and an 18th-century water mill-a landmark, seen from miles around. The historic Church of St. Clement dates prior to the 13th-century, it has a lovely interior with a beautiful wall painting of St.Christopher and some commemorative brasses. In the quiet churchyard there are the graves of sailors and over centuries the parish records show a number of bodies washed up on the shore.
This is one of the most unspoilt of all Norfolk's coastal resorts, it is a joy to visit at any time of year. For those who like their holidays 'away from it all' it is best visited in early spring or autumn, when not much disturbs the peace save for the shriek of wild sea birds circling the sky above.
Places to visit include: Titchwell Marsh Wildfowl Sanctuary, Holkham Hall, Little Walsingham, Wells-next-the-Sea, Wells Harbour Railway, Hunstanton, The Kingdom of the Sea.
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Interesting & Historical Facts about Burnham Overy Staithe
According to various sources, Horatio Nelson learned to sail a dinghy at Burnham Overy Staithe, in Norfolk, when he was 10 years old. Two years later he joined the Navy.
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Seaward
Burnham Market, Norfolk, England (1.0 miles, 1.6 km)
Seaward is a holiday home located in Burnham Market, 35 km from Skegness. The unit is 33 km from Kings Lynn. The kitchen comes with an oven and there is a private bathroom. Towels and bed linen are p...
More info and book online.. Price from £131.00
The Old Blacksmiths
Burnham Market, Norfolk, England (1.1 miles, 1.8 km)
The Old Blacksmiths is a holiday home situated in Burnham Market, 34 km from Skegness. The property is 32 km from Kings Lynn and features views of the garden. There is a dining area and a kitchen equ...
More info and book online.. Price from £70.00
Nelson Country Inn
Burnham Market, Norfolk, England (1.4 miles, 2.2 km, direction S)
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Nelson Country Inn offers pet-friendly accommodation in Burnham Market, 34 km from Skegness. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking ...
More info and book online.. Price from £85.00
The Hoste
Burnham Market, Norfolk, England (1.5 miles, 2.5 km, direction SW)
Situated in the centre of Burnham Market, The Hoste boasts a beauty spa, an award-winning restaurant, luxury bedrooms, and self-catering cottages over various locations within the historic village....
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Hornbeam
Burnham Market, Norfolk, England (1.7 miles, 2.7 km, direction S)
Hornbeam is a holiday home set in Burnham Market, 34 km from Skegness. The property is 32 km from Kings Lynn and boasts views of the garden. A dishwasher, an oven and a toaster can be found in the ki...
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Merlins
Burnham Market, Norfolk, England (1.8 miles, 2.9 km, direction S)
Merlins is a holiday home situated in Burnham Market, 35 km from Skegness. The property features views of the garden and is 32 km from Kings Lynn. A dishwasher and an oven can be found in the kitchen...
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No33 Hillview Lodge
Brancaster, Norfolk, England (3.2 miles, 5.2 km, direction W)
Situated in Brancaster, No33 Hillview Lodge offers self-catering accommodation with free WiFi. The unit is 29 km from Skegness. There is a seating area and a kitchen. Towels and bed linen are provide...
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Nearby travel help
| Sheringham Station | (19.7 miles, 31.6 km, direction E) |
| Kings Lynn Station | (20.4 miles, 32.8 km, direction SW) |
| Norwich Airport | (30.3 miles, 48.8 km, direction SE) |
| A1(M) Junction 17 | (53.3 miles, 85.7 km, direction SW) |
| A1(M) Junction 17 | (53.7 miles, 86.4 km, direction SW) |
| Cambridge Airport | (57.7 miles, 92.8 km, direction SW) |
| Burnham Overy Staithe to London | (107.2 miles, 172.5 km, direction S) |
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