Local Attractions & Places of Interest

There are many things to see and do in the local area including sailing, windsurfing, golf, parasurfing, walking and of course birdwatching. This is an excellent area for nature lovers and bird watchers with reserves at nearby Titchwell, Holme, Scolt Head Island and Snettisham. Other attractions include the golf course, sailing from Brancaster Staithe, stately homes such as Holkham Hall, Houghton Hall and Sandringham plus the Victorian seaside town of Hunstanton. There are many good restaurants and pubs in the vicinity.

RSPB Titchwell:

On the stunning north Norfolk coast, Titchwell Marsh is the RSPB's most visited reserve. It has something for everyone, from beginners to seasoned birdwatchers on the lookout for a rarity. Hundreds of thousands of migrating birds pass through in spring and autumn, and many spend winter here, giving you an unrivalled opportunity to see many species of ducks, waders, seabirds and geese. In spring and summer, Titchwell is home to the RSPB's emblem bird, the avocet.

For more info visit: http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/t/titchwell/index.asp

Holme-next-the-sea:

There is a nature reserve and bird observatory run by the Norfolk Naturalists Trust. Over 300 different species of birds have been spotted, in and around this area. It was here that Sea Henge was found.  A golf course and riding stables are also available.

For more info visit: http://www.norfolkcoast.co.uk/location_norfolk/vp_holme.htm

Snettisham Reserve:

Flooded shingle pits with tidal sandbanks and mudflats. The greatest numbers of birds to be seen will be during the winter migration, but waders such as oystercatcher, ringed plovers and redshank remain to breed, and common tern nest on the islands.

For more info visit: http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/s/snettisham/index.asp

Hunstanton:

Built in the mid-1800s  as a getaway for the Victorian rich and famous, Hunstanton has always been home to entertainment and many outdoor activities. Within Hunstanton itself, sports include sailing, kite and wind surfing, lawn bowling, tennis and golf. There are many lovely pubs in and around Hunstanton and there is plenty to do for the kids: The fairground is open during most of the summer season, the sealife centre is open all year round and donkey riding and trampolining are often possible on the beach. The Oasis sports centre has a large indoor swimming pool with slides along with the usual indoor activities.

For more info visit: 

                                     http://www.hunstanton.net/pages/

                                     http://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/Default.aspx?page=21946

Golf Course:

The Royal West Norfolk Golf Course is located in Brancaster.

For more info visit: http://www.top100golfcourses.co.uk/htmlsite/productdetails.asp?id=77

Scolt Head Island:

A boat cam be hired  at Brancaster Staithe (weather permitting) to take visitors to the National Nature Reserve on Scolt Head Island which is managed by English Nature. The island is an important breeding site for Terns, Oystercatchers and Ringed Plovers. For more info visit:

http://www.english-nature.org.uk/about/teams/team_photo/Scoltheadisland.pdf

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-brancaster/

Villages near Brancaster:

Visit Burnham Market a small village set around a green plus ruins of 13th century priory. Nearby is Burnham Thorpe a small hamlet with Nelson connections and a nice church. Or try Brancaster Staithe and Burnham Deepdale, two villages just east along the A149. For more info visit:

http://www.burnhammarket.co.uk/

http://www.brancasterstaithe.co.uk/

Northshore Sport and Leisure:

Sail Craft Sea School in Brancaster Staithe  for sail training and hire of dinghies, windsurfers, powerboats, canoes and the rest, also clothing, chandlers and equipment.

For more info visit: http://www.northshoresport.co.uk/

Brancaster Staithe Sailing Club:

Located between Hunstanton and Well-Next-The-Sea, the club is at the forefront of dinghy sailing, offering some of the best sailing and facilities on the Norfolk coast. Races every weekend Easter and October.

For more info visit: http://www.bssc.net/

Blakeney Point:

One of Britain's foremost bird sanctuaries, the Point is a 3 ½ mile long sand and shingle spit, noted in particular for its colonies of breeding terns and for the rare migrants that pass through in spring and autumn. Both common and grey seals can be seen.

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Stately Homes:

Sandringham Estate, Holkham Hall, and Houghton Hall are all nearby.

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