Sail, Play & Stay: Your Fabulous North Norfolk Adventure Awaits
By Fabulous • Discover + Adventure
Set sail on a unique adventure: Step aboard the “Selkie,” a classic Stiffkey Cockle boat, for a personalised boat trip from Blakeney.
Your beachfront oasis: Enjoy this charming beach hut on Wells-next-the-Sea beach – perfect for sunbathing, beach combing, and making lasting memories.
A romantic retreat: Escape to Sea Pink, a cozy holiday hideaway for two, just steps from the scenic Wells-next-the-Sea Quay.
Sail North Norfolk on “Selkie” – A Unique Sailing Adventure
Explore North Norfolk aboard “Selkie,” a traditional Stiffkey Cockle boat. Experience custom boat trips from Blakeney, powered by both sail and a quiet electric engine, as you discover the creeks and coastal beauty of this truly unique region.
Wildlife-watching, seal spotting, wild swimming, remote hideaways, and sailing instruction are all part of this magical North Norfolk experience.
Adventure Highlights
Ready for your sailing adventure….
Play: Experience Beach Hut Bliss at Wells-next-the-Sea
Nestled on the golden sands of Wells-next-the-Sea, this charming beach hut offers the perfect seaside retreat, any time of year.
Relax and take in the panoramic views of the sweeping beach, backed by fragrant pinewoods and colourful beach huts that line the shore.
Whether you’re soaking up the summer sun or enjoying a cozy winter day with a hot cup of cocoa, the experience is simply magical.
Everything you need is provided for a perfect beach day—tea, coffee, hot chocolate, deck chairs, and an array of beach games. Kids will love the buckets, spades, and games like cricket, rounders, and boules.
As the day draws to a close and the beach empties, there’s nothing quite like watching the sun set over the sea, painting the sky with breathtaking colours.
Wells-next-the-Sea beach
The award-winning Wells-next-the-Sea beach, located between Holkham and Stiffkey, and is a fabulous unspoiled gem on the North Norfolk coast. With its vast stretches of golden sand, enchanting pinewoods, and iconic beach huts, it’s easy to see why it’s a favourite for families, couples, and day-trippers alike.
Whether it’s paddling in the shallow lagoon-like waters at high tide or exploring the endless sandy expanse at low tide, Wells-next-the-Sea beach truly offers something special for everyone.
Stay: Sea Pink Holiday Home – A Romantic Retreat by Wells Quay
Just two minutes’ walk from the picturesque Wells-next-the-Sea quay, Sea Pink is a cozy one-bedroom holiday apartment set in a peaceful private square. This contemporary hideaway offers off-street parking right outside the door and is perfectly positioned for exploring the area.
At the quay, enjoy stunning views of the salt marshes, vibrant wildlife, and the local fishing boats—all within steps of fantastic restaurants, cafes and charming shops.
Sea Pink is a wonderfully intimate but thoughtfully designed space, providing a truly calming atmosphere for a relaxing stay.
Sea Pink features high-quality linen, superfast WiFi, and a Smart TV—ideal for unwinding and relaxing. The sunny decking area is perfect for enjoying a morning coffee, and the iconic, Wells-next-the-Sea beach is just a mile away, offering the perfect coastal escape.
Ready for your North Norfolk adventure?
About your host Zoe
Zoe is a commercially-endorsed sailing skipper, who’s also qualified as an RYA instructor. She explores the North Norfolk coast under sail, paddle, oar and on foot for pleasure, and will share her passion for this special environment with you. Zoe will also welcome you to Sail, Play and Stay at the fabulous North Norfolk coast.
