Weybourne

Shingle beaches, coastal cliffs and the Norfolk Coast Path

Weybourne is a coastal village on the North Norfolk coast, situated between Salthouse and Sheringham within the Norfolk Coast National Landscape. Known for its shingle beach, traditional flint cottages and surrounding countryside, the village provides a base for exploring the coastal landscapes and walking routes of the Norfolk Coast Path.

The village lies a short distance inland from Weybourne Beach, where a broad bank of shingle meets the North Sea. The beach is backed by open coastal scenery and forms part of a changing coastline, with expansive views towards the neighbouring villages. The shingle can be difficult to walk on, and the exposed shore is particularly affected by strong winds and rough seas.

The Norfolk Coast Path passes through Weybourne, connecting the village with Salthouse to the west and Sheringham to the east. Walkers heading towards Sheringham encounter rising coastal cliffs and views across the North Sea, while the route westwards leads towards the shingle beaches and marshland around Salthouse and Cley-next-the-Sea.

Inland, Kelling Heath offers a contrasting landscape of heathland, woodland and open countryside, with walking routes through areas of pine and broadleaf woodland. The surrounding footpaths provide opportunities to explore the countryside between Weybourne, Holt and the coast, offering an alternative to walking directly along the shoreline.

Weybourne is also connected to the North Norfolk Railway, with Weybourne Station situated inland from the village on the heritage railway between Sheringham and Holt. Steam and heritage diesel services offer an opportunity to combine railway journeys with coastal walks and visits to neighbouring destinations.

For visitors staying in Weybourne, The Ship Inn offers accommodation at a traditional village inn, with the coast, Weybourne Beach and the Norfolk Coast Path within easy reach. Its location provides a convenient base for walking towards Sheringham or Salthouse, exploring Kelling Heath and discovering the surrounding landscapes of the Norfolk Coast National Landscape.