Norfolk

Brancaster Estate

Iconic coastline famous for its sandy beaches

Brancaster Beach, Beach Road, Brancaster, Norfolk, PE31 8AX

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Car park
Parking at Brancaster Beach (not owned by National Trust). Chargeable pay and display including for National Trust members. Very limited parking at Brancaster Staithe adjacent to Dial House, subject to tidal flooding.
Dogs allowed
Dogs welcome, but some restrictions apply. Please ensure they are kept under close control at all times.
Toilet
Toilets at Brancaster Beach (inc disabled) open 6am to 6pm, tide dependant. Toilet at Brancaster Staithe harbour.
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Directions via Google Maps
By road
On A149
Parking: Beach Road, Brancaster (not National Trust), charge including members. Limited parking at Brancaster Staithe (Harbour Way) subject to tidal flooding
Sat Nav: For Brancaster Beach please use PE31 8AX (Beach Road), If you are visiting Brancaster Staithe Harbour, please use PE31 8BW (Harbour Way)
On foot
Brancaster Estate is on the Norfolk Coast Path.
By bus
Coasthopper buses run all year round between King's Lynn, Hunstanton, Wells, Fakenham, Sheringham and Cromer

Opening times for 1 May 2025
Asset	Opening time
Countryside	Dawn - Dusk

A group of children having completed their sand sculpture of a dinosaur on the beach at Brancaster

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Family days out at Brancaster beach

Plan a fun-filled day out at Brancaster beach. With its wide expanse of golden sands, it is perfect for sandcastles, wanders, picnics and paddling.

Visitors walking their dog on Brancaster beach, Norfolk

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Bringing your dog to Brancaster Estate

Brancaster Beach is a two pawprint rated place. Dogs and responsible owners are very much welcome here. We know your pets will enjoy it as much as you.