Norfolk, England, United Kingdom

Wells Next The Sea Beach

Wells Next The Sea Beach is a popular destination known for its expansive skies and beautiful scenery. The beach is characterized by its shallow waters, making it a great spot for children and families. Visitors can enjoy building sand castles, looking for small fish, and even spotting seals if they are lucky. The beach is also dog friendly, with a designated area for dogs that is well signposted. The beach is accessible via a car park that accepts both card and cash payments. The car park is conveniently located close to the beach, but visitors are advised to keep an eye on the time to avoid parking tickets. From the car park, visitors can reach the beach by going through a small wooded area and then up and down some steps. The beach is large and can get very busy in the summer, especially with the availability of beach huts. However, due to its size, it is possible to find a quiet area with a little walk from the crowded area. Amenities at the beach include a cafe and free toilets, which are reported to be clean. For those interested in wildlife, the beach offers opportunities for crabbing, with many crabs found all around the coast. Visitors should be aware of the tides, which move very quickly due to the shallow beaches. Despite the absence of a train service, the walk back into town is considered pleasant. Wells Next The Sea Beach serves as a good base for exploring other attractions nearby.

What to do at Wells Next The Sea Beach?

Amenities

Wells Next The Sea Beach amenities include parking and toilet.

Restaurants

One of the best restaurants near Wells Next The Sea Beach is Wells-next-the-Sea Beach Cafe.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and spaciousness of the beach, with many enjoying walks with their dogs and the opportunity for reflection. The beach is also appreciated for being family friendly, offering shallow waters for kids, sand castle building, and potential seal sightings. However, visitors complain about the expensive parking and the quick-moving tides that require careful attention.

Where to Stay near Wells Next The Sea Beach?

Visitors to Wells Next The Sea Beach often stay in the charming town of Wells-next-the-Sea, which offers cozy bed and breakfasts and holiday cottages within walking distance of the beach. Many also choose accommodations in nearby areas like Holkham and Blakeney, allowing them to explore the broader Norfolk coast and its attractions.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

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Where is Wells Next The Sea Beach?

Latitude: 52.9736166 / Longitude: 0.8507085

Wells Next The Sea Beach is located in Norfolk. The following map of Wells Next The Sea Beach shows the exact location.

Wells Next The Sea Beach: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, July 26, 2025
Today isn't shaping up to be the best beach day. Expect some rain, so it's worth packing an umbrella. The maximum air temperature will be 19.1 °C. The wind will be moderate, and the sea temperature is 20.3 °C with small waves. With mostly cloudy skies, the sun will be hiding for most of the day. The UV index will reach 3.5.
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Air

Low / High16.7°C/19.1°C
Feels Like (High)20.6°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature20.3 °C
Wave Height0.4 m
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Rain

Rain Chance25%
Rainfall0.3 mm
Rain Duration1 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset05:05/21:00
Sunshine Hours2.0 hrs
UV Index3.5
Cloud Cover87%
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Wind

Speed14.1 km/h
Gusts21.6 km/h
DirectionNW

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