Pictures of Caister-on-Sea
in the county of Norfolk
About Caister-on-Sea
Caister-on-Sea has a lovely expanse of sands backed by delightful grassy dunes. It has all the usual seaside facilities needed to ensure the whole family has a relaxing time with fun for the children.
The name of the resort comes from the Latin "castra" meaning fortress, there are substantial remains of a Roman town to be seen on the road leading towards Filby. There is little doubt that Caister has a long history, it was founded in the 2nd century AD and was one of the chief towns inhabited by the Iceni.
Caister Castle is a magnificent ruin of a once mighty fortress built by Sir John Fastolf in the 1430's, it can be found around two miles from the resort. This is interesting for many reasons, not least its connections with Shakespeare and a fascinating motor museum.
Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.
Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner
Recommended attractions near Caister-on-Sea
| Caister Castle | (1.3 miles, 2.1 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Anna Sewell's House | (2.6 miles, 4.2 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| The Tolhouse Museum | (3.1 miles, 4.9 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens | (3.3 miles, 5.3 km, direction W) | Pictures |
| Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach | (3.8 miles, 6.0 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Burgh Castle Roman Fort | (5.2 miles, 8.4 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Burgh Castle Marina & Caravan Park | (5.8 miles, 9.3 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Horsey Mere | (7.5 miles, 12.1 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| Fritton Lake Country Park | (7.7 miles, 12.4 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Pettitts Animal Adventure Park, Reedham | (8.3 miles, 13.4 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Hickling Broad | (8.5 miles, 13.6 km, direction NW) | Pictures |
| St. Olaves Priory | (8.5 miles, 13.7 km, direction SW) | Pictures |
| Somerleyton Hall | (9.1 miles, 14.6 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Pleasurewood Hills Theme Park | (10.0 miles, 16.0 km, direction S) | Pictures |
| Gunton Wood | (10.2 miles, 16.5 km, direction S) | Pictures |
All attractions in Caister-on-SeaAll attractions in NorfolkComplete A to Z of attractions in EnglandRecommended towns near Caister-on-Sea
Great Yarmouth, in the county of Norfolk (3.6 miles, 5.8 km, direction S)
This is one of Norfolk's premier holiday resorts. Its main attraction is its miles of lovely golden sands backed by dunes and a broad seafront walk amongst pretty flower beds.
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Hemsby, in the county of Norfolk (3.7 miles, 5.9 km, direction NW)
Hemsby is located close to Great Yarmouth, within easy reach of the fine network of waterways covering the landscape of the Norfolk Broads.
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Winterton-on-Sea, in the county of Norfolk (4.8 miles, 7.7 km, direction N)
When Daniel Defoe visited this quaint coastal village in the year 1725, he famously wrote that almost half the houses in the village where built of timber taken from wrecks.
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Gorleston-on-Sea, in the county of Norfolk (5.5 miles, 8.8 km, direction S)
Quieter than its near neighbour, Gorleston has a prestigious Blue Flag beach which is especially attractive to families.
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Acle, a Historic Market Town in the county of Norfolk (7.3 miles, 11.8 km, direction W)
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Horsey, in the county of Norfolk (7.7 miles, 12.3 km, direction NW)
The tranquil village of Horsey can be found in a landscape dominated by windmills and water. Horsey has a fascinating history, a...
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Reedham, in the county of Norfolk (9.0 miles, 14.5 km, direction SW)
Reedham is ideally placed for cruising the waters of the Broads National Park, exploring the North Norfolk and North Suffolk coastlines and for discovering the historic city of Norwich.
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Somerleyton, a Picturesque Village in the county of Suffolk (9.6 miles, 15.5 km, direction S)
Found nestling in a corner of the north-east Suffolk countryside is the charming, tranquil village of Somerleyton.
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Woodbastwick, a Picturesque Village in the county of Norfolk (11.6 miles, 18.7 km, direction W)
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Lowestoft, in the county of Suffolk (11.7 miles, 18.8 km, direction S)
This is now a sunny holiday resort but for many years fishing played an important part in the history of the development of Lowestoft.
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Toft Monks, in the county of Norfolk (12.2 miles, 19.6 km, direction SW)
This is a village whose charm is equalled by its quaint name. It is ideally situated close to the beautiful Norfolk Broads in a picturesque region famed for its great pubs, restaurants and attractive shops in pretty market towns.
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Wroxham, in the county of Norfolk (13.9 miles, 22.3 km, direction W)
This lovely place stands on the River Bure, in recent years it has become a hive of bustling activity especially in summertime...
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Beccles, a Historic Market Town in the county of Suffolk (14.7 miles, 23.7 km, direction SW)
A town of picturesque buildings, with many relaxing places in which to quietly roam.
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Barsham, a Picturesque Village in the county of Suffolk (15.8 miles, 25.5 km, direction SW)
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Worstead, in the county of Norfolk (16.0 miles, 25.8 km, direction NW)
Worstead is one of those delightful places that prospered and thrived during the great days of the 'wool' industry.
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All towns in NorfolkComplete A to Z of towns in EnglandNearby travel help
| Great Yarmouth Station | (2.5 miles, 4.1 km, direction S) |
| Berney Arms Station | (5.4 miles, 8.7 km, direction SW) |
| Norwich Airport | (18.6 miles, 29.9 km, direction W) |
| Cambridge Airport | (72.3 miles, 116.4 km, direction SW) |
| M11 Junction 14 | (75.6 miles, 121.7 km, direction SW) |
| M11 Junction 13 | (75.9 miles, 122.2 km, direction SW) |
| Caister-on-Sea to London | (111.5 miles, 179.4 km, direction SW) |
Hotels & Accommodation in Caister-on-Sea
| Hotel Name | Approximate distance from Caister-on-Sea center |
| The Grange Hotel | (1.5 miles, 2.4 km, direction NW) |
| Kensington Hotel | (2.4 miles, 3.8 km, direction S) |
| Imperial Hotel | (2.6 miles, 4.1 km, direction S) |
| No. 78 | (2.8 miles, 4.5 km, direction S) |
| Marine Lodge | (2.8 miles, 4.5 km, direction S) |
| The Lincoln Hotel | (2.8 miles, 4.5 km, direction S) |
| The Star Hotel | (2.9 miles, 4.7 km, direction S) |
| The Andover Hotel | (3.3 miles, 5.4 km, direction S) |
| The Embassy Hotel | (3.4 miles, 5.4 km, direction S) |
| Hotel Elizabeth | (3.4 miles, 5.5 km, direction S) |
| All hotels in Caister-on-Sea |
