Wells Beach in North Norfolk boasts a picturesque estuary shoreline, with soft sand and a tranquil atmosphere. The beach consistently receives an Excellent water quality rating from the Environment Agency, ensuring a safe and healthy bathing experience. During the summer months, the water temperature typically ranges from 18-20°C, perfect for swimming and water activities.
Hand-picked holiday cottages & coastal retreats near Wells (North Norfolk) & surrounds
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Surrounded by the Holkham Estate, Indigo Barn sits on the edge of the Stiffkey Valley in Warham, offering sweeping views across rolling pastureland towards the chalk ridges that...
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From £1,900
Standing proud upon the chalk ridge that runs parallel to the North Norfolk coastline, and tucked away up a private road, is Horse Yard Barn, only three miles from the ever-popu...
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From £1,593
Located in Wells-next-the-Sea, St Michael's cottage is a very unique, boutique self catering cottage, built in the 1500s. With a spectacular lookout tower offering wonderful coa...
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From £1,467
Situated in the charming village of Warham, just outside of the bustling coastal town of Wells-next-the-Sea, Fitters Barn is a contemporary barn conversion with a difference. Co...
Rural Retreats
From £827
Located in Wells-next-the-Sea, St Michael's cottage is a very unique, boutique self-catering cottage, built in the 1500s. With a spectacular lookout tower offering wonderful coa...
Rural Retreats
From £1,775
One of the earliest buildings of the 15th century town of Wells-next-the-Sea, Laylands was originally built as an Inn and enjoys views over a conservation area. Beautifully reno...
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From £1,128
A stunning Grade II listed property situated near the green in the popular Norfolk village of Burnham Market, Alice House presents as an authentic window into the past that is j...
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From £888
This single-storey brick and chalk detached house sits within a third of acre of gardens and has beautiful views across open farmland and showcases exposed beams and stonework. ...
The shoreline consists primarily of sand. Sediment type dictates underfoot comfort, wave energy absorption, and the water's clarity when currents stir up the seabed.
Water quality is classified as excellent, meeting the highest cleanliness standards. Bacterial counts (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) are consistently low, posing negligible health risks.
This bathing water is generally resilient and has a low risk of quality degradation after heavy summer storm events.
Tested weekly by the Environment Agency England for bacteria levels (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) between May and September.
Monitored as a transitional or estuarine bathing water. Estuarine sites experience a mix of tidal ocean flushing and river discharge, causing fluctuating salinity and water quality.
Anglian Water Services Limited is the regional utility responsible for waste water treatment, sewage infrastructure, and storm overflow management in this catchment area.
Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 1988. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.
Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the North Norfolk area.
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