Holidays in Great Yarmouth
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Great Yarmouth holidays and holiday parks
Great Yarmouth: it’s in a league of its own. There are few coastal towns quite as terrific as this hub of fun on Norfolk’s North Sea coast. From the pretty promenade to the breezy beaches and the incredible array of amusements, Great Yarmouth really does have all the ingredients needed for a fantastic family day out.
We’re perfectly positioned to host you and the loved ones in the Great Yarmouth area. Our four Norfolk parks are all within reaching distance and each offer their own special way to make memories that last a lifetime.
Craving a traditional seaside holiday? Come to the Norfolk coast for miles and miles of golden sand, plus lashings of Haven fun.
- Adventure Village
- Indoor pool
- Beach
- Burger King
At Hopton holiday park you’re right on the doorstep of beautiful Norfolk from the tranquil waterways of the Norfolk Broads to soft sandy beaches.
- Mini Aerial Adventure
- Entertainment
- Great Yarmouth Beach
- Beach access
The beautiful Great Yarmouth beachfront plays host to Seashore holiday park where top Norfolk attractions such as the Pleasure Beach and Golden Mile await.
- Shore Water Park
- The Coast House
- Entertainment
- Direct beach access
Haven’s only woodland park makes Wild Duck holiday park something special. Glorious forest trails and hidden clearings are here to be explored.
- Pools
- Woodland setting
- Trips to Gt. Yarmouth
- Cashless arcade
Things to do in Great Yarmouth
There’s an unrivalled number of things to do in glorious Great Yarmouth. From basking in the breeze along the town’s beaches to an adrenaline-pumping ride on the seafront, there’s something to suit all cravings. Awesome attractions like SeaLife and Joyland add to the endless list of fun for all ages, and there’s a whole host of brilliant walks to stretch the legs and sample that real breath of fresh air.
Sea Life Centre
Great Yarmouth Beach
Great Yarmouth Racecourse
Yarmouth Stadium
Time and Tide Museum
Joyland
Merrivale Model Village
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Frequently asked questions
Great Yarmouth is one of Britain’s easternmost points, more or less the same distance from the Netherlands as it is from London.
Charles Dickens made Great Yarmouth a central part of his book David Copperfield, describing the town as the finest place in the universe!
The town’s Market Place hosts one of the oldest markets in Britain which has been in operation in one form or another since the 13th century.
Great Yarmouth is blessed when it comes to beaches. There are over 15 miles of sandy stretches, from Winterton in the north to Hopton in the south.
The Hippodrome Circus in the centre of the town is one of only two permanent buildings dedicated to circus shows in the world, hosting one of the world’s only sunken rings for water-based shows.
Great Yarmouth is full of pieces of history, including the town walls which are actually some of the most complete remaining in England.
All four of our brilliant holiday parks are dotted around Great Yarmouth. The closest is Seashore Holiday Park, which sits opposite uninterrupted sand that’s a great walking route towards Great Yarmouth’s pier. Slightly further north is Caister-on-Sea, the UK’s first ever holiday park that continues to reinvent itself as a stellar place to stay. To the south, there’s Hopton, close to Gorleston-on-Sea and the Suffolk border, and inland bordering the broads you’ll find Wild Duck, a forested park set amongst the trees. All are great bases for discovering the delights of Great Yarmouth.
See the best experiences on our round-up of things to do in Great Yarmouth. Here are some of our other favourite Norfolk ideas:
Now until 20 March 2023: Retro Games Exhibition @ Time and Tide, Great Yarmouth
12 March 2023: ATW Great Yarmouth Seafront 10k & Half Marathon, Great Yarmouth
11 June 2023 - 27 Aug 2023: Family Saturdays @ Drill House, Great Yarmouth