Sheringham
Things to do in Sheringham, Norfolk
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Sheringham is a Norfolk seaside town with enough to occupy a couple of days without needing to venture far. The beach itself draws visitors with a solid 4.5 rating from over 5,000 reviews, and there is plenty to do beyond the sand. The Poppy Line, a heritage railway, is exceptionally well-regarded at 4.7 stars with more than 5,000 reviews—it is clearly the town's flagship attraction. The Mo Sheringham Museum matches that rating, offering local history, while the Hilltop Outdoor Centre (rated 4.8) provides more active pursuits. The Reef Leisure Centre caters to families, and there is even a putting green on the hills above town.
What emerges is a working seaside town rather than a resort—the accommodation stock is modest and practical, and the attractions tend toward heritage and outdoor activity rather than commercial entertainment. This suits visitors looking for a genuine Norfolk coast experience: a beach, a railway line to ride, local history to absorb, and somewhere comfortable to return to at the end of the day.
Where to stay in Sheringham(12)
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For somewhere to stay, the town has a dozen or so hotels and guest houses, several with strong reputations. Highfield Guest House stands out at 4.9 from 81 reviews, while Burlington Berties and Holway House both rate 4.8. The Two Lifeboats and The Lobster Inn are larger establishments with thousands of reviews each, both steady at 4.2. Dales Country House sits in between at 4.4 from 536 reviews.
Alton House Sheringham
6 Alexandra Road, Sheringham
B&B at no2
2 Morris Street, Sheringham
Burlington Berties
5 St Nicholas Place, Sheringham
Dales Country House
Lodge Hill, Sheringham
Holway House
9 Holway Road, Sheringham
Hooray Henrys
19 Cromer Road, Sheringham
Little Regent Hall
Norfolk Road, Sheringham
Picaroons Bed and Breakfast
31 Holt Road, Sheringham
Things to Do in Sheringham(7)
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Where to Eat in Sheringham
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2 mi
Sheringham Park
Upper Sheringham · ⭐ 4.7
West Runton Beach
West Runton · ⭐ 4.7
3 mi
East Runton Beach
East Runton · ⭐ 4.7
Weybourne Beach
Weybourne · ⭐ 4.6
3 mi
Felbrigg Hall, Gardens and Estate - National Trust
Cromer · ⭐ 4.6
3 mi
The Muckleburgh Military Collection
Weybourne · ⭐ 4.7
4 mi
Cromer Beach
Norfolk · ⭐ 4.6
4 mi
Cromer Beach
Cromer · ⭐ 4.6
Camping in Sheringham
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Abbey Farm Holidays
⭐ 5.0 · from £15/night
Beeston Regis Holiday Park
⭐ 4.5 · from £27/night
Laburnum Caravan Park
⭐ 4.6
Mill Cottage Certificated Location
⭐ 4.8
Incleboro Fields Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite
⭐ 4.6 · from £32/night
Roman Camp Caravan Park
⭐ 4.6
West Runton Camping and Caravanning Club Site
⭐ 4.5 · from £31/night
Woodlands Caravan Park
⭐ 4.4 · from £30/night
Self-Catering Cottages in Sheringham
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2 cottages · from £393
Skimming Stones
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £801
Old Dairy Court
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £607
Ruby’s Retreat
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £557
Amelia House
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £731
Chalk Reef House
6 bed · sleeps 13 · from £1,346
Fisherman’s Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £457
Scira
4 bed · sleeps 6 · from £527
Common questions about Sheringham
Where can I stay in Sheringham?
We list 12 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Sheringham.
What is there to do in Sheringham?
We list 7 attractions and things to do in and around Sheringham.
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