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About Gorleston-on-Sea

Popular seaside resort which these days almost merges with Great Yarmouth. In former days visitors lined the quay to watch the grand spectacle of hundreds of fishing boats being off-loaded, the herring fleet sailed out in all weathers, watched over by the handsome red brick lighthouse whose only function now is to guide gas rig supply vessels and pleasure craft.

Quieter than its near neighbour, Gorleston has a prestigious Blue Flag beach which is especially attractive to families. The bay is backed by lovely gardens and a cliff-top promenade from which there are superb views across the harbour and pier to the ocean whose far horizons is tinged with a swiftly setting sun.

The resort offers a wide range of attractions, these include; a theatre, cabaret room, swimming pool, beach-side bars and cafe's, sporting activities such as pitch and putt, and boat trips can be taken. There are several pubs, some providing entertainment, and plenty of restaurants and take-always. There is a wide selection of shops, and a good choice of accommodation to suit all tastes.

In the older part of the town you can still see pretty colour-washed fishermen's cottages. Some of these are owner-occupied and some are let out as delightful holiday retreats. Interestingly, in World War II, Gorleston was a base for the R.A.F Air-Sea rescue operations and in celebration of their 60th anniversary a new memorial was unveiled by the present Air Chief Marshall of the R.A.F.

Close proximity to picturesque Suffolk and the Norfolk Broads adds to Gorleston's immense appeal. Not only is it a pleasant spot to holiday but it makes an attractive base to tour the area, possibly taking in some of the areas isolated beauty spots or visiting the Roman remains of Caister where Caister Castle sits in moated splendour. The castle has the added bonus of housing a huge collection of motor vehicles dating from 1894 to the present day.

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 Gorleston-on-Sea

Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach	(1.7 miles, 2.8 km, direction N)	Pictures
The Tolhouse Museum	(2.4 miles, 3.9 km, direction N)	Pictures
Anna Sewell's House	(2.9 miles, 4.6 km, direction N)	Pictures
Fritton Lake Country Park	(3.4 miles, 5.4 km, direction SW)	Pictures
Burgh Castle Marina & Caravan Park	(3.6 miles, 5.7 km, direction W)	Pictures
Burgh Castle Roman Fort	(3.7 miles, 5.9 km, direction W)	Pictures
Somerleyton Hall	(4.2 miles, 6.8 km, direction SW)	Pictures
Pleasurewood Hills Theme Park	(4.5 miles, 7.2 km, direction S)	Pictures
Gunton Wood	(4.8 miles, 7.6 km, direction S)	Pictures
St. Olaves Priory	(5.0 miles, 8.1 km, direction SW)	Pictures
Lowestoft Lighthouse	(5.6 miles, 8.9 km, direction S)	Pictures
Sparrow's Nest Gardens	(5.7 miles, 9.3 km, direction S)	Pictures
Caister Castle	(5.9 miles, 9.4 km, direction N)	Pictures
Lowestoft Museum	(6.8 miles, 10.9 km, direction S)	Pictures
Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens	(6.8 miles, 10.9 km, direction NW)	Pictures

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Recommended towns near Gorleston-on-Sea

Great Yarmouth, in the county of Norfolk (1.9 miles, 3.0 km, direction N)
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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Somerleyton, a Picturesque Village in the county of Suffolk (4.9 miles, 7.9 km, direction SW)
Found nestling in a corner of the north-east Suffolk countryside is the charming, tranquil village of Somerleyton.
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Caister-on-Sea, in the county of Norfolk (5.5 miles, 8.8 km, direction N)
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.
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Lowestoft, in the county of Suffolk (6.2 miles, 9.9 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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Reedham, in the county of Norfolk (7.1 miles, 11.4 km, direction W)
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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Toft Monks, in the county of Norfolk (8.4 miles, 13.6 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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Hemsby, in the county of Norfolk (9.0 miles, 14.5 km, direction N)
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 (10.2 miles, 16.4 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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Beccles, in the county of Suffolk (10.4 miles, 16.8 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 (11.9 miles, 19.2 km, direction SW)
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Horsey, in the county of Norfolk (12.9 miles, 20.7 km, direction N)
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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Woodbastwick, a Picturesque Village in the county of Norfolk (14.2 miles, 22.8 km, direction NW)
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Wroxham, in the county of Norfolk (16.6 miles, 26.7 km, direction NW)
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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St Peter South Elmham, in the county of Suffolk (17.0 miles, 27.3 km, direction SW)
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Southwold, in the county of Suffolk (17.1 miles, 27.6 km, direction S)
The beach here is of sand and shingle, it is safe for swimming except around the harbour entrance. The restored pier is a great attraction with an amusement arcade at the shore end.
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Nearby travel help

Great Yarmouth Station	(3.0 miles, 4.8 km, direction N)
Berney Arms Station	(4.5 miles, 7.3 km, direction W)
Norwich Airport	(20.2 miles, 32.6 km, direction W)
Cambridge Airport	(70.6 miles, 113.6 km, direction SW)
M11 Junction 14	(74.2 miles, 119.4 km, direction W)
M11 Junction 13	(74.4 miles, 119.7 km, direction W)
Gorleston-on-Sea to London	(108.1 miles, 173.9 km, direction SW)

Hotels & Accommodation in Gorleston-on-Sea

Hotel Name	Approximate distance from Gorleston-on-Sea center
The Pier Hotel	(0.1 miles, 0.2 km)
Horse and Groom Hotel	(1.4 miles, 2.3 km, direction N)
The Southern	(2.0 miles, 3.2 km, direction N)
Comfort Hotel Gt. Yarmouth	(2.1 miles, 3.3 km, direction N)
Hotel Elizabeth	(2.1 miles, 3.4 km, direction N)
The Embassy Hotel	(2.1 miles, 3.4 km, direction N)
The Andover Hotel	(2.1 miles, 3.4 km, direction N)
The Star Hotel	(2.6 miles, 4.2 km, direction N)
The Lincoln Hotel	(2.7 miles, 4.4 km, direction N)
No. 78	(2.7 miles, 4.4 km, direction N)
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