As with Cley Next The Sea, the name Wells-Next-The-Sea – which derives from the many spring wells around the town - is a bit of a misnomer, since this former port, one of the most important in the region in the 16th century, is now a good mile from open water due to the silting up of the harbour, although there is still a proper quayside. One of the buildings dominating the waterfront is the Granary, which now offers luxury holiday accommodation with harbour views. To the west of the town is a long, sandy beach backed by pine woods and adorned by jolly beach huts which can be reached on foot or, alternatively, by means of a miniature steam train. Another attraction for train ride enthusiasts is the Wells and Walsingham Light Railway, of which the Wells terminus is on the Stiffkey road. There is a boating lake on reclaimed marshland behind the sea wall. Meanwhile, for those wanting a taste of South America in Norfolk there is an Alpaca Trekking attraction.
Live streaming webcam view of the harbour.
Map of the area.
The Harbour, Wells-next-the-Sea - geograph.org.uk - 1825136. Photo by Dave Hitchborne, via Wikimedia Commons. |
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