The Great Yarmouth area offers fantastic walking opportunities, from gentle seafront strolls to longer countryside hikes. The flat Norfolk terrain makes walks accessible for all fitness levels, and the diverse landscapes of coast, broads and farmland ensure there's always something beautiful to see.

Easy Walks (Under 3 miles)

Great Yarmouth Seafront Promenade

Distance: 2 miles (one way) | Difficulty: Easy, flat, paved

The seafront promenade stretches from Britannia Pier in the north to Wellington Pier and beyond. It's flat, fully paved and accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Perfect for a morning or evening stroll with sea views throughout. Start right from St George Hotel's front door.

South Beach to Gorleston

Distance: 2.5 miles (one way) | Difficulty: Easy, sandy/paved

Walk south from Wellington Pier along the beach or promenade to the charming village of Gorleston-on-Sea. The harbour mouth where the River Yare meets the sea is fascinating to watch, with fishing boats and pleasure craft coming and going. Return the same way or catch a bus back.

Moderate Walks (3-6 miles)

Breydon Water Circuit

Distance: 5 miles | Difficulty: Moderate, flat but longer

A beautiful circular walk around Breydon Water, the large estuary on the western edge of Great Yarmouth. Excellent birdwatching opportunities with hides along the route. Look out for avocets, marsh harriers and in winter, huge flocks of geese. The path is flat throughout but can be muddy after rain, so wear appropriate footwear.

Caister-on-Sea Circular

Distance: 4 miles | Difficulty: Easy to moderate

Walk north along the beach from Great Yarmouth to Caister-on-Sea, passing through the dunes and past the remains of the Roman fort. Return via the inland path through the village. Caister Castle is worth a detour if it's open. The beach section is on sand, so allow extra time.

Longer Walks (6+ miles)

Weavers' Way Section: Halvergate Marshes

Distance: 7 miles | Difficulty: Moderate

The Weavers' Way long-distance footpath passes through the atmospheric Halvergate Marshes, a vast area of drained marshland that feels wonderfully remote despite being close to Great Yarmouth. The huge skies and windmill-dotted landscape are quintessentially Norfolk. Best walked on a clear day for the views.

Norfolk Coast Path Section

Distance: Variable | Difficulty: Moderate

The Norfolk Coast Path is one of England's finest long-distance walks. While the full path stretches from Hunstanton to Hopton-on-Sea, you can walk individual sections from Great Yarmouth. The stretch south to Hopton and Corton offers clifftop walking with dramatic coastal views.

Nature Reserve Walks

RSPB Strumpshaw Fen

Distance: 2-3 miles of trails | Difficulty: Easy

About 12 miles from Great Yarmouth, Strumpshaw Fen is one of Norfolk's premier nature reserves. Well-maintained trails lead through reed beds, woodland and meadows. Hides overlook the broad and marshes, and the wildlife can be spectacular. Bitterns, marsh harriers, kingfishers and otters all live here.

Walking Tips

Norfolk is generally flat, making walks accessible for most fitness levels. However, coastal paths can be exposed to wind, so bring layers. Waterproof footwear is recommended for marsh and woodland walks. Always check tide times before walking on beaches, and carry water and snacks on longer walks. Ordnance Survey Explorer maps 40 and 41 cover the Great Yarmouth area in detail.

Your Walking Base

St George Hotel makes an excellent base for exploring Norfolk's walking routes. With free parking, you can drive to trailheads across the region, and the seafront walks start right from our front door. After a day of walking, relax in your comfortable room with a cup of tea. Book your walking holiday base at great rates.