Welcome to Gorleston on Sea

Gorleston-on-Sea is a charming seaside town located in Norfolk, England. It is situated at the mouth of the River Yare and is known for its beautiful sandy beach, which stretches for miles. The town has a rich history, dating back to the 17th century when it was a thriving fishing port. Today, it is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world.

One of the main attractions in Gorleston-on-Sea is its beach. The beach is a long stretch of golden sand, perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and building sandcastles. There are also plenty of activities to enjoy, such as beach volleyball, kite surfing, and paddleboarding. The beach is also home to a number of cafes and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink while taking in the stunning views.

In addition to its beach, Gorleston-on-Sea has a number of other attractions to offer. The town has a beautiful promenade, which is perfect for a leisurely stroll or a bike ride. There are also several parks and gardens, including the Cliff Park, which offers panoramic views of the sea. The town also has a number of historic buildings, such as the 17th-century St. Andrew's Church and the 18th-century Gorleston Lighthouse. Overall, Gorleston-on-Sea is a charming town with plenty to offer visitors of all ages.

Local Schools

School	Details
St Mary And St Peter Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Abigail Goddard	East Anglian Way Gorleston Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR31 6QY 01493445117 School Website
East Norfolk Sixth Form College Academy 16-19 Converter Ages:16-19 Head Teacher Dr Catherine Richards	Church Lane Gorleston Great Yarmouth NR31 7BQ 1493662234 School Website
Stradbroke Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Tanya Blake	Lowestoft Road Gorleston Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR31 6LZ 01493662220 School Website
Wroughton Infant Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Snelling	Beccles Road Gorleston Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR31 8AH 1493806780 School Website
Wroughton Junior Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Jo Snelling	Burgh Road Gorleston Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR31 8BD 1493806780 School Website
Lynn Grove Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Alison Mobbs	Lynn Grove Gorleston Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR31 8AP 01493661406 School Website
Peterhouse C Of E Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Ryan Freeman	Magdalen Square Gorleston Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR31 7BY 01493661046 School Website
Great Yarmouth Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Dr Georgia Guy	Dickens Avenue Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR30 3DT 01493855304 School Website
Ormiston Venture Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Simon Gilbert-Barnham	Oriel Avenue Great Yarmouth Gorleston Norfolk NR31 7JJ 01493662966 School Website
Edward Worlledge Ormiston Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Craig Honey	Suffolk Road Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR31 0ER 1493603462 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Great Yarmouth Acle New Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 1SD 2.09 Miles

Berney Arms [No Road Access], Berney Arms, Norfolk, NR30 1SB 3.68 Miles

Haddiscoe Station Road, Haddiscoe, Norfolk, NR31 9JA 5.73 Miles

Somerleyton Station Road, Somerleyton, Norfolk, NR32 5QN 5.88 Miles

Reedham (Norfolk) Station Drive, Reedham, Norfolk, NR13 3JF 7.19 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Lady Penelope And Vine Premier Travel 01493 656025 6 High St, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 6RT 0.14 Miles
Lady Penelope And Vine Travel 01493 443744 Fredrick Road Garage, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 8BN 0.26 Miles
Albies Taxis 01493 331111 Suffling Rd, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 3QP 0.53 Miles
Coleville Cars 01493 330311 Main Cross Rd, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 3NZ 0.58 Miles
Swift Taxis And Private Hire Ltd 01493 300300 Swift House/Morton Peto Rd, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 0LT 0.97 Miles
Anglia Taxis Ltd 01493 855855 65 Blackfriars Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 3BZ 1.13 Miles
Orion Taxis 01493 330330 127-130 South Quay, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR30 3LD 1.20 Miles
Compass Travel 01493 445544 Vanguard Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 0NT 1.21 Miles
Compass Taxis 01493 445544 Unit 2 Vanguard Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 0NT 1.21 Miles
Bb Taxis 01493 440550 7 Oak Av, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 8NG 1.33 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
118-120 High Street P.O. Gorlestone No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Addison Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Almond Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Claydon Grove No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Beaches Medical Centre 01493 414141	Sussex Road Gorleston-On-Sea Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR31 6QB
Gorleston Medical Centre	Magdalen Way Gorleston Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR31 7BP
Falkland Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Falkland Way Bradwell Great Yarmouth NR31 8RW
Falkland Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Falkland Way Bradwell Great Yarmouth NR31 8RW
Falkland Surgery	Falkland Way Bradwell Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR31 8RW

Local Stores

Gorleston
Magdalen Way
Gorleston
Great Yarmouth
Norfolk
NR31 7AA
01493 662584
Store Website
0.79 miles

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SPAR - Gorleston
118-120 High St
Gorleston-on-Sea
Great Yarmouth
NR31 6RE
01493 718173
Store Website
0.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

The Veterinary Hospital
Magdalen Way Gorleston Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR31 7BN 01493 661833 enquiries@veterinary-hospital.co.uk Website 0.50 miles
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Haven Veterinary Surgeons
The Veterinary Centre Queen Annes Road Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR31 0LE 01493 416700 adminandinsurance@havenveterinary.co.uk Website 0.73 miles
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Caister Vets
5 Ormesby Road Caister-On-Sea Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR30 5JY 01493 809766 reception@caistervets.co.uk Website 4.76 miles
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Coastline Veterinary Surgeries - Village Rise
1 Village Rise Weston Road Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 4PT 01502 573982 coastline@cvsvets.com Website 5.99 miles
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The Veterinary Surgery
Alexandra Road Lowestoft Suffolk NR32 1PL 01502 572141 enquiries@veterinary-hospital.co.uk Website 7.12 miles

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London Road Vet Lowestoft Ltd
55 London Road South Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 0AS 01502 572107 office@londonroadvetlowestoft.co.uk Website 7.74 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Salhouse Broad
Broad Car Park Lower St Salhouse Norwich NR13 6RX 14.30 miles

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Sea Palling Beach
During Our Recent Stay In Norfolk We Visited Several Beaches And Sea Palling Was By Far Our Favourite. There Are Date Restrictions In Place To The Left Of The Slipway As You Enter The Beach But We Were Ok In Oct. The Sand Is Golden And Expansive And You Can Walk For Miles If You Feel So Inclined. The Photos Attached Were Taken During Two Visits But You Can Get A Feel Of What It Was Like. Waxham Rd Norwich Lancashire NR12 0DX 14.81 miles

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Bungay And Surrounding Area
Three Circular Walks From Earsham Street Cafe In The Centre Of The Pituresque Waveney Valley Town Of Bungay. There Is A 1 Mile Walk Around The Centre Of The Town, A 2½ Mile Walk Around Outney Common And A 5½ Mile Walk That Takes In Bungay, Earsham And The Bath Hills. 7-9 Earsham St Bungay Lancashire NR35 1AE 15.07 miles

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Whitlingham Lake
Beautiful Part Of Norfolk Countryside That Has The Scenery Of A Coastal Area, But Handy Location Of Being Inner City. On A Day With Good Weather The Atmosphere Is Buzzing With Families, Dog Walkers And Naturists. Perfect For A Change Of Scenery And Lovely Views. Whitlingham Ln Lancashire 16.62 miles

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Southwold Common
A Walk In The Backyard If Southwold Reydon Southwold IP18 6GY 17.19 miles Park At Southwold Common

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A Walk In The Saints
A Long Circular Walk Taking In The 2-Moated Buildings In The Area-Either Take A Picnic Or Refresh Yourself With A Pint And A Sandwich At St Peters Hall (Normally Open Wednesday To Sunday But Telephone Beforehand 01986 782288) Abbey Rd Bungay Lancashire NR35 1NL 17.25 miles

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