A great sandy beach backed by dunes stretching north to Horsey and south to Hemsby Winterton is beautiful and open to dogs year-round. The village has a good tearoom, chippy and as well as shop.

For the more adventurous there are circular walks through the dunes, across fields and through woodland to the village, emerging by the church – about 3 hours in all.

Drive Time: 9 minutes

A beautiful unspoilt and wonderfully quiet sandy beach. You’re likely to see seals swimming around through the year however November to February is breeding season so it is imperative visitors keep their distance from these beautiful mammals and dogs are kept away so not to disturb them.

Parking is available at Horsey Gap. The Nelson Head pub is a 1 mile walk from the beach.

Drive Time: 10 minutes

Awarded Blue Flag status for several years Sea Palling is beautiful. RNLI Life Guards patrol the beach in busier months and it is home to Sea Palling Independent Boat making it the perfect location for families.

A short walk from the beach is car parking, a café, chip shop, shop amusements and facilities.

Dogs are welcome October to April.

Drive Time: 15 minutes

Happisburgh is a fantastic sandy beach and is home to the iconic red and white striped lighthouse dating back to 1791, this is apparently the oldest working lighthouse in the UK and only 96 steps to get to the top.

Scenic coastal path walks on the top of the cliffs with slope access to the beach. Parking and facilities are available and play park.

Dogs welcome.

Drive Time: 25 minutes

A Blue Flag stunning beach with scenic walks along the promenade. The town has pubs, tea rooms, museums and a theatre. Nearby is the National Trust Sheringham Park with miles of hilly countryside walks with great views.

It is believed Vikings first settled in Sherringham in 900AD after Scira, a Viking warlord, was given the land for his performance in battle. Each winter this is celebrated with the annual Viking Festival each winter.

Dogs welcome from October to April

Drive Time: 54 minutes

North beach is a sandy beach with sand dunes leading to a quiet, wide sandy beach facing towards Scroby Sands Wind Farm. Further along is home to a rare colony of Little Terns, returning every May around 300 pairs arrive to nest and raise their chicks before returning to Africa in autumn.

South Beach has a sandy beach with grassy sand dunes ideal for families wanting a quieter stretch of beach while still being close to the attractions and amenities provided on Marine Parade.

Dogs welcome to be under control May to September.

Drive Time: 23 minutes