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About Hunstanton

Hunstanton was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1087 when it would have been little more than a settlement. The centuries passed quietly by and it was not until the railways reached here in 1862 that the charming resort we see today, began to develop.

Interestingly, some noted personages have stayed in Hunstanton and these include James III who visited Hunstanton Hall, and Lord Nelson and Lillie Langtry who was a friend of an earlier Prince of Wales. They are sure to have enjoyed the peace and mild climate of this lovely place, it is the only resort in East Anglia which faces west. It's attractive towering cliff formation rises to a height of over 60ft, the beach beneath is strewn with massive boulders that have crumbled with the passage of time. Beyond the boulders, the beach is softly golden, a haven for sun worshippers and a delight for little children who play with bucket and spade amongst the rock pools revealed by a receeding tide.

The resort offers a traditional seaside holiday with all the usual seaside attractions. It also has a fine golf course which skirts the beach, this course must occupy one of the finest sites in Gt.Britain. There is fishing from the beach and boat trips will take you to Seal island where you can glimpse seals basking in the sunlight.

Beyond Hunstanton, to the north, lies Old Hunstanton which shows picturesque old cottages, once inhabited by local fishermen and their families. Here too, is Old Hunstanton Hall, a magnificent moated mansion built in Tudor times. The saltmarshes of nearby Titchwell provide an excellent habitat for wild birds, it is lovely on a bright spring morning to listen to the song of the Skylark as it hovers in the skies above. Another RSPB site is at Snettisham.

There is a wide selection of good inns and restaurants in both Hunstanton and Old Hunstanton. The town offers good shopping facilities and a market is held twice weekly. There is an attractive church and a very good antique and craft centre.

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 Hunstanton

Sandringham House	(7.8 miles, 12.6 km, direction S)	Pictures
Castle Rising Castle	(10.2 miles, 16.4 km, direction S)	Pictures
Holkham Hall	(13.1 miles, 21.1 km, direction E)	Pictures
Tales of the Old Gaol House	(13.6 miles, 21.8 km, direction S)	Pictures
Wells & Walsingham Light Railway	(15.5 miles, 24.9 km, direction E)	Pictures
Castle Acre Priory	(18.1 miles, 29.2 km, direction SE)	Pictures
The Butterfly & Wildlife Park	(18.3 miles, 29.5 km, direction SW)	Pictures
Fantasy Island	(18.4 miles, 29.6 km, direction N)	Pictures
Castle Acre Castle	(18.4 miles, 29.7 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Binham Priory	(18.9 miles, 30.4 km, direction E)	Pictures
Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre	(24.8 miles, 39.9 km, direction NW)	Pictures
Bishop Bonner's Cottage	(26.3 miles, 42.2 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Snipe Dales Country Park	(27.1 miles, 43.6 km, direction NW)	Pictures
Harrington Hall	(27.1 miles, 43.7 km, direction NW)	Pictures

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Recommended towns near Hunstanton

Heacham, in the county of Norfolk (2.2 miles, 3.5 km, direction S)
At the heart of Norfolk's Lavender growing industry lies the pretty seaside village of Heacham.
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Thornham, in the county of Norfolk (4.0 miles, 6.5 km, direction NE)
This is an area renowned for its wild marshes inhabited by a rich variance of bird life, thus Thornham draws to its shores a goodly share of ornithologists who come to see the amazing wildlife of the region.
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Dersingham, in the county of Norfolk (6.7 miles, 10.8 km, direction S)
The village almost fringes the Queen's Sandringham Estate, it also lies quite close to the sea which gives it an almost jaunty, nautical atmosphere.
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Wolferton, in the county of Norfolk (7.8 miles, 12.6 km, direction S)
There is much in Wolferton to remind visitors of the magnificence of by-gone days. The station was sold and is preserved as a private home and a lovingly restored museum containing many original features.
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Sandringham, in the county of Norfolk (7.8 miles, 12.6 km, direction S)
Enchanting estate of over 7,000 acres of breath-taking countryside surrounding a magnificent house which has been the home of four generation of British Sovereigns since it was bought in 1862 for the Prince of Wales, who later became King Edward VII.
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Brancaster Staithe, in the county of Norfolk (7.9 miles, 12.7 km, direction E)
Brancaster Staithe enjoys an enviable position on the north Norfolk coast. It is an enchanting place where the pace of life is...
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Castle Rising, in the county of Norfolk (9.8 miles, 15.7 km, direction S)
The sea has long since withdrawn from this one-time port, but the superb Norman castle built to protect it still stands.
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Burnham Market, a Picturesque Village in the county of Norfolk (9.9 miles, 15.9 km, direction E)
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Burnham Overy Staithe, in the county of Norfolk (10.7 miles, 17.2 km, direction E)
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.
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Wells-next-the-Sea, in the county of Norfolk (15.0 miles, 24.1 km, direction E)
This is an enchanting seaside resort with old houses, shops and pubs lining the maze of narrow streets leading to the quayside.
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Great Snoring, in the county of Norfolk (17.3 miles, 27.9 km, direction E)
There are two Snoring villages, Little and Great Snoring, between them they share one of the many quaint names in which Norfolk abounds.
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Old Leake, in the county of Lincolnshire (17.6 miles, 28.4 km, direction W)
Old Leake is a traditional Lincolnshire village lying is spacious countryside a short distance from the coast.
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Castle Acre, in the county of Norfolk (18.0 miles, 28.9 km, direction SE)
This lovely village is found on the old Peddlers Way which joined Holme-next-the-Sea to the Roman garrison at Colchester.
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Little Snoring, in the county of Norfolk (18.1 miles, 29.1 km, direction E)
There are two Snoring villages, Little and Great Snoring, between them they share one of the many quaint names in which Norfolk abounds.
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Ingoldmells, in the county of Lincolnshire (18.8 miles, 30.2 km, direction N)
Ingoldmells offers an exciting traditional sea-side holiday, it has a good beach which is safe for bathing, and in the hinterland there is a great choice of caravan and camping parks for families.
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Nearby travel help

Kings Lynn Station	(13.3 miles, 21.5 km, direction S)
Havenhouse Station	(15.2 miles, 24.5 km, direction NW)
Norwich Airport	(38.0 miles, 61.1 km, direction SE)
A1(M) Junction 17	(43.7 miles, 70.3 km, direction SW)
A1(M) Junction 17	(44.1 miles, 70.9 km, direction SW)
Cambridge Airport	(52.4 miles, 84.3 km, direction S)
Hunstanton to London	(102.3 miles, 164.6 km, direction S)

Hotels & Accommodation in Hunstanton

Hotel Name	Approximate distance from Hunstanton center
Best Western Le Strange Arms Hotel	(1.1 miles, 1.7 km)
Caley Hall Hotel	(1.1 miles, 1.9 km, direction NE)
The Old Coach House	(3.9 miles, 6.2 km, direction NE)
The Kings Head Hotel	(7.9 miles, 12.7 km, direction SE)
Best Western Knights Hill Hotel	(11.2 miles, 18.0 km, direction S)
Hotel Elizabeth Dukes Head	(13.3 miles, 21.3 km, direction S)
Stuart House Hotel (Ltd)	(13.7 miles, 22.1 km, direction S)
Ramada Kings Lynn	(14.6 miles, 23.5 km, direction S)
The Crown Hotel	(14.7 miles, 23.7 km, direction NW)
Best Western Vine Hotel	(14.8 miles, 23.8 km, direction NW)
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