The Acre
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Add your business details- Wild 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.
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Features
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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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit 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 WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Pop-up campsite Small (11-25 pitches)Location
The Acre
The Marrams
Sea Palling
Waxham
Norfolk
England
NR12 0UL
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
52.79311°N
1.59275°E
Nearest transport
Coach17.4 km Kings Head
17.4 km Kings Head
22.6 km Market Gates
Rail12.9 km Worstead Rail Station
14.3 km North Walsham Rail Station
15.2 km Hoveton & Wroxham Rail Station
Ferry26.3 km Reedham Ferry North
26.4 km Reedham Ferry South
Airport25.3 km 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 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Palling | 0.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Hemsby | 13.4 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Mundesley | 13.8 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Caister Point | 19 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Great Yarmouth North | 20.5 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
BeWILDerwood 13.5 km
Pleasure Beach 24 km
Blickling Hall, Gardens and Park 24.6 km
Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park 25.7 km
Norwich Cathedral 26.6 km
National Trust
Horsey Windpump 5.9 km
Elizabethan House Museum 22.8 km
Blickling Hall, Gardens and Park 24.6 km
Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park 25.7 km
Sheringham Park 31.3 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Cart Gap 3.4 km
HAPPISBURGH MANOR 5.1 km
Horsey 5.4 km
SUTTON FEN (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 17/11/2006) 6.6 km
East Ruston - Weavers Way - Stalham - Brumstead Common - East Ruston 7.4 km
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.
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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?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: noon – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m.