Norfolk activities from mYminiBreak mean five things guests actually book: charter a boat on the North Norfolk salt marsh, golf at Hunstanton and Heacham Manor, kite surfing and paddleboarding on the Wash coast, and jogging the King Charles III England Coast Path from Holme and Hunstanton. Open bases: Hunstanton / Heacham, Holme-next-the-Sea and Holt woodland. Book the stay direct; book the operators on their own sites.
This is the Activities hub for North Norfolk, UK. The coast and the water are the product. Where you sleep is how you stay long enough to do them properly. We do not run a closed South Norfolk forest campsite. Live bases only: Hunstanton / Heacham, Holme-next-the-Sea and Holt woodland.
Wash light near Hunstanton. Boat day, golf day, kite day, SUP day or a Coast Path run. Same postcode for the bed.
Five activities at a glance
| Activity | Where | Closest base |
|---|---|---|
| Charter a boat | Salt marsh sails from Wells · seal trips from Morston | Holme · Hunstanton (about 20-25 mins to Wells) |
| Golf | Hunstanton Golf Club · Heacham Manor | Hunstanton / Heacham |
| Kite surfing | Old Hunstanton / Hunstanton Wash beaches | Hunstanton / Heacham · Holme |
| Paddleboarding | Hunstanton watersports hire and lessons | Hunstanton / Heacham |
| Jogging | King Charles III England Coast Path · Holme dunes · Holt Country Park | Holme · Hunstanton · Holt |
Sleep next to the water
Huts, cottages, short breaks and pitches at Hunstanton, Holme and Holt. Peak season runs through mid-September. Book direct.
1. Charter a boat
Salt marsh charter. Flat-bottom working boats, skipper on the helm, creeks that only open with the tide.
This is the activity guests talk about for years. A skippered voyage on traditional Norfolk working boats through the tidal creeks behind the barrier beach, usually from Wells-next-the-Sea. Lifejackets, local food, optional creek swim in summer. No sailing experience required.
- Operator (salt marsh / sea charter): Coastal Exploration Company · Henry · 07970 276397
- Private salt marsh sail: half or full day from about £395
- Shared sail: from about £100 per person (half day)
- Sea exploration: private from about £595 (open water)
- Dogs: welcome on most salt marsh voyages (confirm when booking)
- Seal trips: scheduled boats from Morston Quay to Blakeney Point (Bishop’s Boats 01263 740753 · Bean’s Boats 01263 740505)
Full guide with prices table and FAQs: Norfolk Boat Trips. Holme and Hunstanton sit about 20-25 minutes from Wells on the A149. Arrive the night before. Leave the morning after.
Book stays: Holme · Hunstanton.
2. Golf
West-facing links light over The Wash. Championship test at Hunstanton. Open resort golf at Heacham Manor.
Two courses sit minutes from the Hunstanton / Heacham base.
- Hunstanton Golf Club: Britain and Ireland Top 100 style championship links · only west-facing links on the east coast of England · visitors welcome most weekdays · book ahead · hunstantongolfclub.com · 01485 532811
- Heacham Manor Golf Club: Golf World Top 100 resort list · American-style links open to all · online tee booking · from about £45 / 18 holes · heacham-manor.co.uk/golf
Many guests play both in one short break. Non-golfers take the dogs to Old Hunstanton or Holme while you are on the tee. Full visitor rules, green fees and comparison: Hunstanton Golf guide.
Book the base: short breaks · cottages · camping Hunstanton.
3. Kite surfing
Wash wind and space. Old Hunstanton and the Hunstanton stretch are known kite water when conditions line up.
North Norfolk’s wide, shallow beaches and consistent wind make this a serious kite destination. Old Hunstanton is repeatedly named among the UK’s best kite beaches. Conditions change with tide and forecast. Lessons and kit belong with local schools, not with us.
- Lessons / kit: Hunstanton Watersports (kitesurfing and SUP)
- Club scene: Hunstanton Sailing Club (kite, windsurf, SUP, sailing)
- Base: Hunstanton / Heacham or Holme for beach access after the session
- Safety: check tide, wind and local advice before you launch; Coastguard and club notices win on the day
We supply the bed, the shower and the early start. Operators supply the tuition and the kit. Peak season stays still book through mid-September.
4. Paddleboarding
SUP on a calmer day. Hire and lessons on the Hunstanton stretch when the water allows.
Stand-up paddleboarding is the gentler water day: boards, lessons and hire from the same Hunstanton watersports operators who teach kite. Flat morning water suits beginners. Always match the session to wind and tide.
- Hire / lessons: Hunstanton Watersports SUP hire
- Also: sailing club SUP sessions when listed · local hire boards on calmer days
- Base: Hunstanton / Heacham for a short hop to the beach · Holme for a quieter evening after
Pack a dry bag. Tell us if you need an early checkout for a morning lesson. Dogs stay on the pitch or the dog beaches while you are on the board.
5. Jogging
Coast Path run from Holme. Marram, dunes and big sky. No race entry required.
You do not need a race number. North Norfolk is flat enough for an honest morning run and wild enough that the view does the work.
- Coast Path: King Charles III England Coast Path / Norfolk Coast Path from Holme and Hunstanton · dunes, beach hard-pack and marsh edges
- Holme loops: Holme Dunes NNR paths (respect reserve rules and nesting signs)
- Hunstanton / Heacham: clifftop and shore path segments · Old Hunstanton dog beach for easy out-and-backs when main beach is restricted
- Holt woodland: Holt Country Park trails from the woodland site · cooler shade after coastal wind
- Longer days: pair with Norfolk Walking (Peddars finish at Holme, Rebellion Way for bike days)
Authority map for the national trail: National Trails.
How to choose in thirty seconds
| If you want… | Do this | Book stay |
|---|---|---|
| The once-a-year water memory | Charter a salt marsh boat from Wells | Holme or Hunstanton |
| A proper links test | Hunstanton Golf Club | Hunstanton / Heacham |
| Mixed abilities / society day | Heacham Manor | Hunstanton / Heacham |
| Wind and kite | Lesson with Hunstanton Watersports | Hunstanton or Holme |
| Calm board time | SUP hire / lesson | Hunstanton / Heacham |
| Morning miles without a car | Coast Path jog from Holme or Hunstanton | Holme · Hunstanton · Holt woods |
Where activity people sleep
Hunstanton / Heacham
Golf, kite, SUP, Coast Path. Cottages, short breaks, huts, vans, tents.
All stay types
Yurt, huts, cottages, short breaks, camping. Dog-friendly under site rules.
Gift vouchers: shop.myminibreak.com.
Make the activity a miniBreak
Five activities. Three open bases. Book the bed. Book the operator direct.
Frequently asked questions
What activities does mYminiBreak cover on this page?
Five: charter a boat (salt marsh and seals), golf (Hunstanton and Heacham Manor), kite surfing, paddleboarding, and jogging the Coast Path and local trails. Wider walking, wildlife, dogs and music live under the Norfolk activities folder.
Where do I charter a boat in North Norfolk?
Salt marsh and sea charters with Coastal Exploration Company from Wells-next-the-Sea. Dedicated seal trips from Morston Quay. Full detail: Norfolk Boat Trips.
Which golf courses are near mYminiBreak?
Hunstanton Golf Club (championship links) and Heacham Manor Golf Club (open resort course). Both are minutes from the Hunstanton / Heacham base. Guide: Hunstanton Golf.
Can beginners kite surf or paddleboard here?
Yes with local tuition. Start with Hunstanton Watersports for lessons and hire. Match the session to wind and tide. We are the base, not the school.
Where should I jog from the sites?
King Charles III England Coast Path / Norfolk Coast Path from Holme and Hunstanton, Holme Dunes paths (respect signs), and Holt Country Park from the woodland site.
Are the stays dog-friendly while we do activities?
Yes under site rules. Use Old Hunstanton and Holme when Hunstanton main beach has seasonal dog restrictions. Dog hub: Dog-Friendly Norfolk.
Do you still have a Thetford site?
No. That site is permanently closed. Forest Live is not part of our offer. Open bases are Hunstanton / Heacham, Holme-next-the-Sea and Holt woodland only.
Where do I book the stay?
Direct at norfolkcoast-cottage.co.uk. Editorial map: Norfolk Accommodation.
Also useful: Outdoor Norfolk · Norfolk Walking · Norfolk Wildlife.