The Acre

View prices & book 9.5 17 reviews
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The acre
Marram grass
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  • Camping field next to the beach at Sea Palling in Norfolk
  • A 20-minute drive to Hickling Broad, and 25 to BeWilderwood Norfolk
  • Direct access to a sandy beach; pubs and cafés five minutes’ drive
Small and just steps away from an award-winning beach, The Acre is close to Sea Palling, on the north coast of Norfolk about 40 minutes' drive from Norwich. Once you’ve pitched up in the level meadow, the only thing that separates you from the sandy beach and the man-made coastal reefs is a stroll through the dunes covered in marram grasses. It's a very peaceful setup here – the camping pitches are lined with conifers to one side and have rural views over the fields. This is a place where it pays to keep your eye on nature, perhaps watching the sand martins flit around, seeing the sun rise or spotting muntjac deer roaming the countryside. Cars are parked in the top half of the field, away from the pitches, to keep everything safe and quiet. As this is pretty much wild camping, facilities on site are basic, but you do have access to portable toilets and a washing-up area. To add to the back-to-nature vibe, there’s no electricity, so it’s a good idea to bring torches to find your way around at night. Now back to that beach. It’s a fabulous spot for swimmers, birdwatchers, walkers, kitesurfers, surfers, jetskiers and divers alike, with plenty of space for kids (and dogs, if you're bringing the pets) to run off energy on the dunes. When you need to refuel, there are some good pubs and cafés within five minutes’ drive.

Site type

Tent pitches 15
Rent a tent 1
Open now
Opens 1 July
Please note
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 25 or over.
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
  • This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Group bookings of 4 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the site while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time, so that the team can provide information about your unit/pitch.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

English

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Reviews

9.5

Overall rating from 17 Pitchup.com customers

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Facilities / Activities
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Peaceful

94% would recommend this site to a friend

94% would stay here again

What customers say

Guests praise the campsite's amazing location, being minutes from the beach and offering sea views. The peaceful and beautiful setting, along with friendly and helpful owners, are frequently highlighted. Facilities, particularly the clean and well-maintained toilets and showers, receive positive comments. Pitch distances are thoughtfully considered, offering a non-overcrowded experience. While some minor issues with shower temperature and pitch evenness were noted, the managers have indicated these are being addressed. The option to book one-night stays has also been rectified.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 28/07/2026

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Arrival date (latest first)

A real good find, will return again.

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9 out of 10
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Child friendliness
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Stephen P. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Brilliant location, perfect number of pitches for the size. Exceeded expectations.

Disliked Toilet / Shower block are a great addition however doors could do with a latch to stop them swinging open. Ground is slightly uneven , a good roll earlier in the year would be very welcome. Wash facilities could do with a drying rack area . Please note the access road is narrow.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great location, just by the beach,…

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David A. 1 review

Ready tent (no pets)

Liked Great location, just by the beach, quiet, nice feel, short walk into Sea Palling.
Tent (hired) was perfect. Great communication from the owners.

Recommend to friends Visit again

L environnement extérieur. La plage…

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7 out of 10
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Pascal B. 12 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked L environnement extérieur. La plage accessible à pieds. La beauté du littoral

Disliked En lui même le camping n a pas de charme. L absence de végétations et plus précisément d arbres n aide pas.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fab site. Perfect spot near beach.

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ellie g. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Great pitch near to beach with 2 toilets and 2 showers as well as water and a sink. Perfect for a weekend get away.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great location. Minutes from the beach…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Great location. Minutes from the beach and can hear the sea from the tent. Nice clean facilities and friendly owners.

Disliked Not much really - pitch could have been a bit more even.

Recommend to friends Visit again

If you like simple camping this is perfect.

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Lucy C. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Peaceful, beautiful setting and right by the beach. Friendly owner.

Disliked Only issue was the showers were very temperamental couldn’t get a consistent temperature

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing location

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Quiet pitch that was not overcrowded, located right on the beach.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

would return. Loved the location, loved the beach. Beautiful

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8 out of 10
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Jodi O. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Beautiful location, large clean and quiet site. So close to the beach, fell asleep listening the waves every night. The beach so incredibly windy but the camp site as perfectly sheltered and warm. Stunning views, lovely walks. Amazing location

Disliked Not hot water at the sink wash up area, and no drainage board which made it harder to stack stuff before drying them.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Perfect no frills campsite by the sea

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 Jamie F. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked Peaceful, very close to sea and local
Amenities

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

De rust, de eenvoud en vriendelijk…

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10 out of 10
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Cor K. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked De rust, de eenvoud en vriendelijk ontvangst cq kennismaking met de eigenaar.

Disliked Niets.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Pop-up campsite

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild camping

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access

Nearby leisure

Cycle hire nearby

Location

The Acre

The Marrams

Sea Palling

Waxham

Norfolk

England

NR12 0UL

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.79311°N
1.59275°E

Nearest transport

Coach
10.8 mi Kings Head
10.8 mi Kings Head
14.1 mi Market Gates
Rail
8 mi Worstead Rail Station
8.9 mi North Walsham Rail Station
9.4 mi Hoveton & Wroxham Rail Station
Ferry
16.4 mi Reedham Ferry North
16.4 mi Reedham Ferry South
Airport
15.7 mi Norwich International Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

No need to drive to the seaside – Sea Palling beach is accessed on foot in less than five minutes. Simply follow the boardwalk across the dunes and – hey presto – you’re there. But it’s by no means the only local sandy spot. Head for Waxham (five minutes’ drive) or Horsey Gap beaches (15 minutes) for the chance to spot seals lolling in the waves, or tire everyone out playing chase on the long stretch of beach at Mundesley (25 minutes). Kids still going strong? Try them on the rope swings and treetop walks at BeWilderwood Norfolk (25 minutes), get them looking for barn owls and kingfishers on walks at Hickling Broad (20 minutes), or treat them to a cruise on a wooden boat through the waterways at Horsey Mere (15 minutes). Climb to the top of National Trust-owned Horsey Windpump (15 minutes) for apparently endless views over the flat landscapes of Norfolk, and get up high again when you visit red-and-white striped Happisburgh Lighthouse (10 minutes), with views over the beach and North Sea from its lookout deck.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Sea Palling 0.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Hemsby 8.4 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Mundesley 8.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Caister Point 11.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Great Yarmouth North 12.8 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

BeWILDerwood 8.4 mi

Pleasure Beach 14.9 mi

Blickling Hall, Gardens and Park 15.3 mi

Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park 16 mi

Norwich Cathedral 16.6 mi

National Trust

Horsey Windpump 3.7 mi

Elizabethan House Museum 14.1 mi

Blickling Hall, Gardens and Park 15.3 mi

Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park 16 mi

Sheringham Park 19.4 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Cart Gap 2.1 mi

HAPPISBURGH MANOR 3.2 mi

Horsey 3.4 mi

SUTTON FEN (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 17/11/2006) 4.1 mi

East Ruston - Weavers Way - Stalham - Brumstead Common - East Ruston 4.6 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Offers

Tipi, yurt, wigwam, dome, bell tent
Bell tent (no pets)

  • 15% off

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    Min. stay 3 nights

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does The Acre have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Acre dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near The Acre? No need to drive to the seaside – Sea Palling beach is accessed on foot in less than five minutes. Simply follow the boardwalk across the dunes and – hey presto – … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Acre?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at The Acre? From £25 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.