Hunstanton Beach

About Hunstanton Beach

Hunstanton is the only west-facing resort on the East Anglian coast, known for its striped red and white chalk cliffs and rock pools. Norfolk's countryside charity calls it a good place for sea glass washed up by the tides, and local news has reported beachcombers collecting glass and pottery here, with Old Hunstanton also recommended. The cliffs are unstable, so keep away from the base.

Sea glass at Hunstanton Beach

Sea glass and pottery near the high tide mark; finders have turned up old bottle fragments, including one possibly from a Norwich brewery. Locals say Old Hunstanton, just north, is also good.

Visiting Hunstanton Beach

Safety

Check the tide times before you go and head out on a falling tide, so you're never cut off. Keep away from the bottom of cliffs, wear sturdy shoes on rocks, and only take sea glass and other man-made rubbish: pebbles, sand and shells should stay on the beach.