This traditional seaside city is a shock addition to probably the most lovely listing because it’s typically ignored by individuals visiting the coast
Generations have loved this city’s seaside points of interest (Picture: Getty)
A seaside city that’s typically ignored in favour of its extra well-known neighbours has been named among the many prettiest within the UK in a shock suggestion by journey editors.
With Wells-next-the-Sea and its sought-after postcode and traditional seaside allure on one facet, and Snettisham with its wild seashores and RSPB land on the opposite, it’s uncommon to see this spot make any must-visit listing. Nonetheless, the city’s lovely seashores and family-friendly vibe have been hailed as among the finest within the UK in current rankings.
The city sits alongside a large sandy seashore (Picture: Getty)
Hunstanton, nicknamed Sunny Hunny due to its west-facing location giving it extra sunshine than different native cities, has made it onto Time Out’s listing of the 21 prettiest seaside cities within the UK.
Its place on Norfolk’s tidal location The Wash additionally means it’s the one spot within the east of England the place you’ll be able to see the solar rise and set, so that you’ll typically see individuals strolling alongside the promenade within the early hours to look at the solar come up.
The lengthy promenade takes you alongside Hunstanton’s spectacular stretch of flat, sandy seashore. Hunstanton’s seashore is so extensive that when it’s low tide, the ocean could be as much as 800 metres from the promenade. Head north to Outdated Hunstanton and the seashore turns into quieter and extra rugged, with the promenade going from flat terrain to following the well-known striped cliffs. On this a part of the seashore you’ll see the wreck of a 1907 fishing boat, the Steam Trawler Sheraton, and can spot the charming Coastguard Lookout lighthouse.
Near the city centre is Hunstanton Pier, which has amusements, bowling, and fish and chip outlets for a traditional seaside day trip. Alongside Cliff Parade you’ll additionally discover the Hunstanton Heritage Gardens, a fairly inexperienced space with palm timber, fountains, and a gazebo. Visiting in spring means you’ll be able to see the gardens in bloom, though year-round there are markets and outside occasions occurring.
Youngsters, or the younger at coronary heart, may even love a go to to World of Enjoyable, which claims to be Britain’s largest joke store. It’s full of prank gadgets, in addition to quirky souvenirs, fancy costume costumes, and seashore gadgets corresponding to buckets and spades. The city has a excessive avenue space with a lot of impartial outlets, together with a lot of distinctive locations to choose up items to take house.
Households may even love the Hunstanton SEA LIFE Sanctuary. Should you’ve not managed to identify a seal within the wild alongside the Norfolk coast, you’ll be able to see one up shut of their seal hospital the place they rescue and rehabilitate these injured mammals.
The backyard pond and fountain in Hunstanton Heritage Gardens (Picture: Getty)
It wouldn’t be a day on the seaside with out fish and chips on the seashore, and one chippy on the town has achieved nationwide recognition. Fishers of Hunstanton typically options in rankings of the UK’s greatest spots for seaside fish and chips. On wet days, you’ll be able to sit contained in the restaurant, or you’ll be able to order a takeaway and luxuriate in your chunky chips on the seashore.
Sunny days are good for exploring the Norfolk Coast Path. The trail begins in Hunstanton and stretches alongside the coast all the best way to Hopton-on-Sea, taking within the Norfolk Coast Space of Excellent Pure Magnificence. Most individuals don’t deal with the whole 83-mile stretch, so one shorter path to strive is the round stroll from Outdated Hunstanton to Holme Dunes. Strolling alongside the coast and River Hun, it’s a fantastic mixture of countryside and coast in a flat 5 mile route.
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