Beaches · East of England
Great Yarmouth
In or near Filby.
Great Yarmouth — a beach in england-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Summer (Jun–Aug)
- Nearest railway station
- Great Yarmouth · 1.0 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Great Yarmouth is a beach in england-east, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.
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Official information
Joyland is a family theme park located in Great Yarmouth, featuring a variety of classic and modern rides. Visitors can enjoy attractions like the iconic Snail Ride and the Spook Express, as well as a vibrant amusement arcade.
Place summary
Great Yarmouth is a seaside town located in the East of England. Known for its sandy beaches and historical significance as a port, it offers a blend of coastal attractions and heritage. The town features a range of amenities and entertainment options along its waterfront.
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Background
History
]] Great Yarmouth (Gernemwa, Yernemuth) lies near the site of the Roman fort camp of Gariannonum at the mouth of the River Yare. Its situation having attracted fishermen from the Cinque Ports, a permanent settlement was made, and the town numbered 70 burgesses before the Norman Conquest. Henry I placed it under the rule of a reeve. In 1101, the Church of St Nicholas was founded by Herbert de Losinga, the first Bishop of Norwich, and consecrated in 1119. This was to be the first of several priories founded in what was a wealthy trading centre of considerable importance. In 1208, King John granted a charter to Great Yarmouth. The charter gave his burgesses of Yarmouth general liberties…
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- Coordinates
- 52.6078, 1.7331
- County
- Norfolk
- District
- Great Yarmouth
- Parish
- Great Yarmouth, unparished area
- Postcode
- NR30 2FH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Great Yarmouth
- Phone
- 01493 844094
- Nearest railway station
- Great Yarmouth — 1 km
- Opening
- Daily from 11am; open mid/late March to end of October.
Sources
- wikipedia: Great Yarmouth (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Great Yarmouth?
- Great Yarmouth is in Norfolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode NR30 2FH), in the parish of Great Yarmouth, unparished area.
- What is Great Yarmouth?
- Great Yarmouth — a beach in england-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Great Yarmouth?
- The nearest railway station is Great Yarmouth, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode NR30 2FH.
- Is Great Yarmouth free to visit?
- Yes, Great Yarmouth is free to enter.
- How do I get to Great Yarmouth?
- The nearest railway station is Great Yarmouth, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NR30 2FH.