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Great Yarmouth
Great Yarmouth
Great Yarmouth is a Norfolk seaside resort with Britannia Pier and Wellington Pier, a sandy central beach between them and further beaches at Gorleston and Winterton-on-Sea. It is also a base for exploring the Norfolk Broads.
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Where to stay
- SeafrontMarine Parade, close to both piers, the beach and the amusements
- Gorleston-on-SeaQuieter resort across the River Yare with its own beach, about 10 minutes away by car
- Caister-on-SeaSeaside village north of the town, about 10 minutes away by car
- Winterton-on-SeaVillage with a long sandy beach and dunes, about 25 minutes away by car
- AcleVillage on the edge of the Broads, about 20 minutes away by car
Getting there
- Greater Anglia intercity trains run from London Liverpool Street to Norwich, with local links from Norwich to Great Yarmouth; the journey from London averages about 2 hours 20 minutes
- Main routes into Norfolk are the M11, A11, A47 and A14; the A11 is dual carriageway from London to Norwich
- National Express and First Bus serve the area
- Seafront car parks include Euston Road (NR30 1ED), Jetty North and South (NR30 3AH) and St Nicholas (NR30 3JP, 421 spaces)
Travel details can change, especially on event days — check with the venue or operator before you travel.
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Questions people ask
Where is the best place to stay near Great Yarmouth?
Seafront: Marine Parade, close to both piers, the beach and the amusements. Gorleston-on-Sea: Quieter resort across the River Yare with its own beach, about 10 minutes away by car. Caister-on-Sea: Seaside village north of the town, about 10 minutes away by car. Winterton-on-Sea: Village with a long sandy beach and dunes, about 25 minutes away by car. Acle: Village on the edge of the Broads, about 20 minutes away by car.
How do I get to Great Yarmouth?
Greater Anglia intercity trains run from London Liverpool Street to Norwich, with local links from Norwich to Great Yarmouth; the journey from London averages about 2 hours 20 minutes. Main routes into Norfolk are the M11, A11, A47 and A14; the A11 is dual carriageway from London to Norwich. National Express and First Bus serve the area. Seafront car parks include Euston Road (NR30 1ED), Jetty North and South (NR30 3AH) and St Nicholas (NR30 3JP, 421 spaces).
Any tips for visiting Great Yarmouth?
Seafront car parks fill up on summer weekends and bank holidays; arrive early or park at the larger St Nicholas car park at the south end.
Which airport is closest to Great Yarmouth?
The nearest airport on this site is Norwich Airport, about 20 miles away in a straight line. See hotels near the airport.