The Acre

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Visitor image of the beach by the site
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External

  • 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 sites 15
Rent a tent 1
Open now
Opens 1 July
Please note
  • Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. 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.
  • 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.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 25 or over.
  • This is a quiet campground/park: no music is allowed.
  • No electric barbecues allowed.

Languages spoken

English

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93% would recommend this site to a friend

93% would stay here again

What customers say

Great spot near the beach with sea views. Lovely owners, peaceful and clean facilities. Spacious pitches mean no overcrowding. Minor issues are being sorted.

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L environnement extérieur. La plage…

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7 out of 10
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Unpowered grass tent site

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.

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Fab site. Perfect spot near beach.

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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.

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Great location. Minutes from the beach…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent site

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.

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If you like simple camping this is perfect.

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Unpowered grass tent site

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

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Amazing location

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent site

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

Disliked Nothing

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

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Unpowered grass tent site

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.

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Perfect no frills campsite by the sea

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Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Peaceful, very close to sea and local
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Disliked Nothing

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De rust, de eenvoud en vriendelijk…

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Cor K. 2 reviews

Unpowered grass tent site

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

Disliked Niets.

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Good facilities, perfect location and friendly…

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Liked Good facilities, perfect location and friendly team.

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Calm and peaceful camp. Perfect location,…

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Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Calm and peaceful camp. Perfect location, clean toilets and showers. Would stay again :)

Recommend to friends Visit again


Features

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 Laundry 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 Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Pop-up campground Small (11-25 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site 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 +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.79311°N
1.59275°E

Nearest transport

Coach
17.4 km Kings Head
17.4 km Kings Head
22.6 km Market Gates
Rail
12.9 km Worstead Rail Station
14.3 km North Walsham Rail Station
15.2 km Hoveton & Wroxham Rail Station
Ferry
26.3 km Reedham Ferry North
26.4 km Reedham Ferry South
Airport
25.3 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 2020201920182017
Sea Palling 0.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Hemsby 13.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Mundesley 13.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Caister Point 19 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Great Yarmouth North 20.5 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

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.

Offers

Tipi, yurt, wigwam, dome, bell tent
Bell tent (no pets)
  • 15% off

    Min. stay 3 nights

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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 caravan
    Arrive:  noon –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at The Acre? From $57.35 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.