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Bacton
Bacton Beach
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About
Bacton Beach is located on the North Sea and it is in the 1th place out of 21 beaches in the Norfolk region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Bacton Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Mundesley beach, which has a rating of 7.
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Beach overall scores
Bacton Beach is located in Norfolk within Bacton Green, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
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Bacton Green
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120m from center
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350m
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Bacton Green
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270m from center
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Bacton Green
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600m from center
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What to do in Bacton Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Bacton Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Bacton Beach?
The coastline of Bacton Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Bacton Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Bacton Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Bacton Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
Is the Bacton Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Bacton Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Bacton Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Bacton Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Bacton Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Bacton Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Bacton Beach?
Bacton Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Beachgoers with pets
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Bacton Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Bacton Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Oriental Garden is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Bacton Beach?
There are 151 places to stay in the Bacton Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Bacton Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Bacton Beach from parking?
The Bacton Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Bacton Beach?
There are 1 attractions near Bacton Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mundesley Maritime Museum located in 3.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Bacton Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Bacton Beach is August. Its average value reaches 21°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 7°C and water 7°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Bacton Beach (Norfolk) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Bacton Beach (Norfolk) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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