On the beach at Sunny Hunny Helen Price is a regular visitor to this part of Norfolk. She explains why she keeps coming back time and again with her eager Norfolk Terriers
Hunstanton Beach
Of all the places in the country I’ve visited with my dogs, Hunstanton is the one that truly has my heart. We come here for several short stays each year to refresh and reset. It’s one of those places that’s simply good for the soul. I hadn’t been to Norfolk for a long time until a friend of mine got married here six years ago. That visit rekindled my childhood memories and deep love for the area. My friend Lolly showed me all her favourite spots in North Norfolk, which quickly became mine too. Since then, we’ve visited every year, coming three to four times annually. Affectionately known as ‘Sunny Hunny’, Hunstanton consists of the more modern Hunstanton town and, my personal favourite, Old Hunstanton. Old Hunstanton features a beautiful beach with striking red and white cliffs and a famous shipwreck that’s visible at low tide. Parking at the beach is plentiful and easy, with payment available via app, cash or card. Adjacent to the car park is the popular Lighthouse Cafe, which offers an extensive menu throughout the day. There’s also a charming little shop attached, selling seaside goodies and essentials you may have forgotten. Now for the best part, dogs are welcome on Old Hunstanton beach all year round. From experience, everyone here is incredibly dog friendly and accommodating. One of the great things about North Norfolk’s beaches is that, when the tide is out, they become vastopen spaces, allowing you to walk for miles and enjoy peace and quiet, even during high season. Being on The Wash, it can be breezy at times, but in summer, this helps keep the dogs cool.
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