High Sand Creek Campsite

9.5 647 reviews
Picnic benches
Picnic benches
Site map
High tide
Beautiful waljs, a digs paradise
Salt marshes
The site was originally an army anti aircraft training camp, which was started in 1939
Facility block
Outdoor shower
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Site map
High tide
Beautiful waljs, a digs paradise

  • Family-friendly Norfolk coast site with views of beach and salt marsh
  • A 10-minute drive to Wells-next-the-Sea; 15 minutes to Holkham Hall
  • Next to the coast path, a short walk from Stiffkey shop and pub
Set off to the north Norfolk coast and a splendid Stiffkey location set between the saltmarshes and the beach – High Sand Creek Campsite has been a popular seaside retreat since the early 1970s, and with a location like this it’s easy to see why… Book a pitch here and you’ll be staying right by the coastal path on the edge of the pretty village of Stiffkey, between Blakeney and Wells-next-the-Sea. It’s all big skies, wildlife-rich saltmarsh views and natural entertainment around here, with plenty of woodlands and creeks to explore as well as some gorgeous beaches. The site’s setup is a traditional one, with handy amenities like toilets, showers, chemical disposal, a launderette and a washing-up area but no noisy entertainment or fancy facilities. Dogs and kids are welcome, and there’s plenty of space on the pitches to get set up just how you like it. Getting out to explore should be straightforward from here, with things like Morston seal-spotting trips and the fabulous beach at Holkham within easy reach. There's also a little maritime museum on site to tell you a little bit about the history of the place. The edge-of-village location is a handy bonus here as well, as it means it’s just a short walk to the local pub (serving food all day), a shop and a café, plus bus stops for picking up Coasthopper services to other destinations along the shoreline.

Site type

Tent pitches 80
Motorhome pitches 80
Open now
Opens 4 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, 04 Apr to

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Accommodation

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Reviews

9.5

Overall rating from 647 Pitchup.com customers

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PeacefulWalkers' paradise

97% would recommend this site to a friend

96% would stay here again

What customers say

Stunning salt marsh setting with coastal path access. Reviews rave about spotless facilities, spacious pitches, and friendly staff. Peaceful, dog-friendly, close to amenities. Minor notes on basic facilities and wind. Overall, highly recommended for a great stay.

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Clean and well run site in a pleasing location.

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Andrew J.

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked A tidy well-organised site with good facilities. Excellent location by the marsh, with walking opportunities direct from the site, and local buses back to within 400 yards for those who might have walked a little too far on the outbound leg. Our campervan remained parked up for the three days of our stay.

Disliked A few too many 'instructional' signs... understandable with a site of this size, I suppose. The RAF and USAF frequently disturb the otherwise tranquil atmosphere.

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Lovely clean showers & washing facilities

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karen s.

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked It's absolutely brilliant.
Walking distance to the bus stop for the coastal bus .

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Nice visit

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John C.

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely open views
Clean

Disliked Chemical toilet emptying, dirty, hose leaks like mad.

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Beautiful, well kept site in fantastic coastal situation.

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Joanna E.

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked This campsite is just marvellous. Quiet and beautifully situated. Lovely well kept site with good facilities. We really enjoyed it and it’s so well situated for walks/cycling right on the doorstep.
Lovely people running the place.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely family friendly campsite

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Catherine G.

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Love the pitch size and the friendly feel of the campsite with lovely location and amenities.

Disliked A lot more campsite noise after 10pm than previous years

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Great campsite, would definitely recommend

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Victoria B.

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Really nice campsite. The pitches are very spacious and the facilities were clean with plenty of showers and toilets so we didn't need to queue at any point. It's in a great location.

Everyone at the site was respectful and not noisy, an improvement on some campsites we've stayed at before where people were noisy late into the night and then very early in the morning. Would definitely recommend!

Disliked Nothing!

Recommend to friends Visit again

A place to feel really connected to the earth and skies

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Charlotte P.

Non-electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Lovely low key campsite, friendly staff who were able to upgrade us to an electric pitch on request.

Really great location on the edge of the salt marshes.

Disliked Couldn't find my way to the village via the footpath signed

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Quiet site but close to village…

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Sue M.

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Liked Quiet site but close to village stores and pub and on the Coast Hopper bus route. Facilities very clean and the position near the salt marshes is lovely.

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Great location. Quiet.…

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Beverley G.

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Liked Great location. Quiet.

Disliked Nothing

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Great site. Clean toilets and showers!…

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Beverley G.

Electric grass tent or motorhome pitch

Liked Great site. Clean toilets and showers! Nice hot showers.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Beach access 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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 pitches)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at pitch Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Bathrooms: Step-free access Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toilet Pitch close to accessible bathrooms

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

High Sand Creek Campsite

The Greenway

Stiffkey

Norfolk

England

NR23 1QF

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.95578°N
0.92469°E

Nearest transport

Coach
30.5 km Market Place
32.5 km Millwrights
32.5 km Station Road
Rail
19.3 km Sheringham Rail Station
21.7 km West Runton Rail Station
24.9 km Cromer Rail Station
Ferry
42.3 km King's Lynn Ferry Landing
42.4 km West Lynn Ferry Landing
Airport
39.8 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

Coastal antics are likely to dominate much of your time here – top highlights locally are the colourful beach huts and seafood restaurants of Wells-next-the-Sea (10 minutes’ drive), the sweeping forest-backed sands of Holkham beach (15 minutes) and boat trips from Morston Quay (15 minutes) to see the resident seals of Blakeney. While you’re at the coast, it’s very much worth stopping by at Holkham Hall (15 minutes) to stroll around the grounds or visit the hall’s art collection. Other historic buildings nearby include the atmospheric ruins of Binham Priory (10 minutes) and the Jacobean mansion Blickling Hall (35 minutes). A different take on the past awaits at Langham Dome (five minutes), which gives an insight into life on an airfield through World War II. Sticking to the outdoor scenery, perhaps you’d like to take walks through Holt Country Park (20 minutes) or the gorgeous grounds of National Trust - Sheringham Park (25 minutes). For an easier way to see your surroundings, try a ride on the North Norfolk Railway from Holt station (20 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Wells 5.4 km Estuary N/AN/AN/AGood
Sheringham 19 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
West Runton 22 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
East Runton 23.6 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Cromer 25.4 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Shrine of our Lady of Walsingham 7.6 km

Holkham Hall 8.2 km

Mannington Gardens 21.3 km

Houghton Hall 23 km

Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park 23.1 km

National Trust

Blakeney National Nature Reserve 4 km

Brancaster 17.4 km

Sheringham Park 17.5 km

Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park 23.1 km

Blickling Hall, Gardens and Park 26 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Stiffkey 0.1 km

STIFFKEY OLD HALL 1.3 km

Cockthorpe 2.6 km

Wells-next-the-Sea - Cley 4.9 km

Wells-next-the-Sea 4.9 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 High Sand Creek Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is High Sand Creek Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near High Sand Creek Campsite? Coastal antics are likely to dominate much of your time here – top highlights locally are the colourful beach huts and seafood restaurants of Wells-next-the-Sea (10 minutes’ drive), the sweeping forest-backed sands … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of High Sand Creek Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon

    Early arrivals will be charged a campsite parking fee.

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